Shays on Bailout: “Nancy Blew It”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, September 29, 2008
BRIDGEPORT, CT - Today, as Congress failed to approve a necessary bailout package for Wall Street and the markets plunged, Chris Shays turned to partisan politics. Once it was clear that the bill would not be approved, Shays cast blame on the Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi. Shays' precise words were, "Nancy blew it." The bill, which was submitted to the Congress by President Bush, was supported by 140 Democrats and only 65 Republicans. The Himes campaign issued the following statement:
"It is disappointing that Chris Shays would choose this moment for partisan games," said Jim Himes, Democratic Candidate for Congress. "Our economy is in peril and now is not the time for partisan blame casting. Our representatives need to set partisanship aside, find a solution that works for Wall Street and American families, and keep our economy afloat."
Background:
"House rejects bailout plan," Politico.com, 9/29/08
http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0908/14050.html
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