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"At the beginning of the year, Democrats demanded a blank check increase in the debt limit with absolutely no spending cuts attached. When that didn't work, they demanded an upfront agreement for huge tax increases on America's job creators. Conservatives stood firm, and we succeeded in forcing Washington to begin addressing its spending-driven debt crisis."
"Just a few weeks ago, the Balanced Budget Amendment wasn't even a part of the conversation, despite the overwhelming support it has among the American public. Thanks to the efforts of a dedicated group of conservatives, it is now an integral part of the debate over how to solve America's spending problem."
"By nature, Americans do not like being told what to do. It goes against who we are and the freedoms we enjoy in this country. I've understood this through the objections of my constituents to the massive healthcare overhaul passed by a liberal Congress and their outrage over the BULB Act.
Control Debt, Pass Balanced Budget Amendment
By Congressman Jim Jordan and Congressman Eric Cantor
Our Constitution has endured the passage of time with remarkably few changes, being amended just 27 times in 223 years. Unfortunately, America's debt limit has not been nearly so stable. Since World War II, Congress has increased the limit on the national debt 69 times. The reasons behind this disparity tell an important story.
"With the passage of a strong balanced budget amendment by the House Judiciary Committee, we are now one step closer to putting our country's spending on a fiscally sustainable path.
Kelly Rollins, Rep. Jordan's Caseworker/Staff Assistant, will be available to meet with constituents from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Commissioner's Hearing Room, located at 80 N. Walnut Street.
Cory Noonan, Rep. Jordan's Deputy District Director, will be available to meet with constituents from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM in the basement boardroom of the Auglaize County Public Library, located at 203 S. Perry Street in Wapakoneta.
Mr. Noonan will also be available in Urbana from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM in Conference Room B of the Champaign County Community Center, located at 1512 U.S. Highway 68.
Cameron Warner, Rep. Jordan's Deputy District Director will be available to meet with constituents from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM in Veteran's Hall in the Hardin County Courthouse, located at One Courthouse Square.
Kelly Rollins, Rep. Jordan's Caseworker/Staff Assistant, will be available to meet with constituents from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Morral Room, located at 222 West Center Street.
William Kennedy, a student at Benjamin Logan High School, won the district-wide competition with his pencil drawing. This piece, entitled Autumn Pathway will be displayed in the United States Capitol for one year.