Congress

TOM WESLEY CALLS FOR AN END TO

LAME DUCK CONGRESS, ASKS FOR NEAL’S SUPPORT

HOPEDALE, MA—Today, Tom Wesley, candidate for U.S. Congress, called on Richard Neal to respect the will of the people by co-sponsoring the End the Lame Duck Act filed by Rep. Lynn Jenkins.

H.R. 5842 would prohibit a lame duck legislative session after the general election, by adjourning the U.S. House of Representatives on the day of the general elections. With the exception of a national emergency, Congress would be prevented from meeting for legislative business. Appropriations would be subject to a continuing resolution at the level of the previous fiscal year until addressed by the new Congress.

“All indications are that the November elections will bring about a significant change of control in the US Congress. Political pundits of all stripes are predicting a large turnover in both chambers of Congress and possibly a shift in the majority in one or both.  Our legislators must be compelled to respect the will of the people and restrict themselves from passing legislation that would subvert that will.

“H.R. 5842 would prevent the lame duck Congress from pushing any agenda through after the voters have spoken at the ballot box.  I am quite concerned that there could be untold damage done to this country by these unaccountable officials.  Tax hikes, amnesty for illegal aliens, and anti-job legislation such as cap-and-trade and card check are all on the table.

“Richard Neal is obviously part of the problem in Washington.  He is an unapologetic advocate of this Congress’ failed policies. However, he can do the right thing and hold his party and his personal agenda up to the standards of our voting heritage.  If Americans want their government to go in a different direction, Congress should respect their decision and not abuse their power in the waning days of this congressional session.”

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