But the reason this bill is not going to get a fair hearing is because Republicans want to play games, partisan games, rather than address the needs and concerns of the American people. I know that bipartisanship can be accomplished. I served as the minority leader in the State House in a super minority and we were able to get things done, real things done, including expanding the earned income tax credit. And it could be accomplished here in Congress. But my colleagues have to make the decision. It is their desire or will to not or to put people over politics. (02:26–02:37)
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Asserts that Emilia Sykes, as minority leader, achieved legislative success, including expanding the Earned Income Tax Credit.
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