We need a constitutional amendment to allow the legislature to control the so-called free speech rights of corporations.
Hank JohnsonAmerica deserves common sense immigration reform that reflects our interests and our values as Americans.
Hank JohnsonMost Americans have parents or grandparents who immigrated to this country, and we know the hardships they faced, from learning the language to dealing with prejudice.
Hank JohnsonSocial Security is not just another government spending program. It is a promise from generation to generation.
Hank JohnsonPrograms like food stamps, unemployment insurance, Medicaid, and job retraining help Americans get back on their feet when they are down and out and laid off through no fault of their own.
Hank JohnsonThe rising costs of higher education coupled with the stress of paying student loans are putting increasing pressure on students.
Hank JohnsonThe benefits and $174,000 per year salary that we get, we earn. It's not elaborate, it's just a bunch of poppycock that a lot of people have spread around trying to get us to hate our own government and our government representatives.
Hank JohnsonMy fear is that the whole island will become so overly populated that it will tip over and capsize.
Hank JohnsonBecause Social Security has not contributed to our debt, Americans should be skeptical of any politician who says that benefits Americans have earned must be reduced in order to address our national debt.
Hank Johnson