Janelle S. Bynum

“Today I am here to talk about student loans. To be honest with you, I don't know why I am the only one. I can't remember the last time I heard this body talking about financing higher education. Instead, we have been voting on things like daylight saving time. Americans are struggling, Mr. Speaker, and our kids' opportunities are being limited. This should be a top priority of every Member of Congress. First, we need to fix the raggedy monthly payments calculator that prevents interest from spiraling out of control.”

“I can't say that I am surprised that my Republican colleagues want to cut yet another resource to help women and children get food. This bill reduces the fruit and vegetable benefit for mothers and young children under WIC, and this goes against actual science-based evidence that tells us what families need to stay healthy. Cutting these benefits leaves 5.3 million moms and kids without reliable access to fresh fruits and vegetables.”