Shays Applauds “Strong” Economy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, September 01, 2008
Himes faults Republican for saying economy's fundamentals are "strong"
BRIDGEPORT, CT: This morning, while appearing on the Brian Lehrer show on WNYC, Republican incumbent Chris Shays repeatedly asserted that "the fundamentals of our economy are strong." Shays added, "no one can disagree with that." Jim Himes, who was at a "Back to School" rally at an inner city church when Shays made his comments, issued the following statement in response:
"Everyday, I meet people who are trying to figure out a way to pay for saving for college, record healthcare premiums, and sky-high gas, food, and heating oil prices all at once. It is shocking that Chris Shays would look at struggling families, stagnant wages, and record national debt and deem that 'strong.' In Congress, I not rest until our economy once again offers hope and opportunity to each and every American."
Audio of Shays' comments on the "Brian Lehrer Show" this morning is available here:
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