Senator Al Lawson Stands Firm with the Obama Economic Plan
5.7% GDP growth are results that “speak for themselves”
TALLAHASSEE, FL – Despite Republican criticism and obstructionism, Senator Al Lawson applauded and re-affirmed his solid/unwavering support for the Obama Economic Plan.
“People forget where we were just fifteen months ago,” said Lawson while addressing supporters at a private luncheon today. “We stood at the brink of a financial Armageddon. Yet despite a ‘do-nothing’ Republicans, the Obama economic program is working. Today’s reported 5.7% GDP (gross domestic product) growth rate can only be interpreted a smashing success, and I applaud the President for his bold vision and his courage to see it through.”
“However, the president needs more help, especially from those in his own party, if this success is to continue,” he added. “Blue Dog Democrats like Allen Boyd, who have been standing with the Tea Party, obstructionist wing of the Republican Party, block everything from health Care reform, to Cabinet appointments and in particular the stimulus package.”
“If we want more jobs, and real growth for Florida, if we want America to succeed, then we need a Congressman who won’t run and hide when things get tough. We need a Congressman who will stand proudly with our President. We need a Congressman who can do more than ‘just say no’. I stand with our President and the people of Florida, and by now I think we all know where Allen Boyd stands.”