Pelosi Statement on President Obama's FY2013 Budget

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on President Obama’s budget proposal for fiscal year 2013:

“President Obama has laid out an innovative blueprint for restoring opportunity for all Americans and for constructing an economy that is built to last. The budget is balanced, fair, and responsible and is an investment in our economic growth, in job creation, and in a stronger, thriving middle class. It is a fiscally responsible plan, reducing the deficit by $4 trillion over ten years.

“The President is reinforcing the building blocks of American prosperity: ensuring our students and our workers have the skills and education to succeed in the future; investing in innovation and strengthening small businesses; supporting manufacturers and creating the clean energy jobs of tomorrow; and rebuilding our roads, bridges, broadband lines, and rail lines.

“Democrats are ready to work with the President and Congressional Republicans to create jobs, preserve the Medicare guarantee, get our fiscal house in order, and pass a budget that reflects our fundamental values. We are committed to reigniting the American dream and building ladders of opportunity for all who work hard, take responsibility, and play by the rules – and we have work to do.”

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