Discussion · House of Representatives
Virginia Foxx Republican
“I want the House to pass this rule so we can vote on these bills, including one that condemns socialism. The Democratic Socialists of America have ideas that violate our Constitution and hurt individual freedom. Their goals would open our borders, cost billions of dollars, and give the government too much control over our lives.”
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, our colleagues on the other side of the aisle are saying we are wasting our time here when we talk about all that we have accomplished in this session of Congress. They especially don’t like it when we talk about socialism. I encourage the American people to go online and look at this manifesto from the Democratic Socialists of America. It is out there for all the world to see. This is an expanded version from the first one that I saw that looked like it was written by a seventh grader. This one really fills out what these people want to do, and it is why we are bringing one measure today, under this rule, to condemn what these people want to do. It is abhorrent to all Americans. Its goals are repugnant to the principles that form the foundation for American constitutional liberties that benefit all Americans. There is simply no way to reconcile what the DSA envisions for America with the Constitution that protects us all. For example, the DSA’s stated long-term goals, to completely replace the Presidency and the Supreme Court, threaten the foundation of separation of powers and the stability of American democracy. The DSA seeks to centralize State power. We all know that expanding State control crowds out civil society and individual choice. Even under a ``Democratic’’ banner, hyper-centralized authority diminishes opportunities for dissenting views and personal freedoms. The DSA seeks to abolish national boundaries. Think about that. The chaos we experienced when President Biden allowed millions of illegal immigrants to enter the U.S. will seem like child’s play in comparison. We know of the security risks caused by President Biden’s open borders. Murderers, child rapists, and other criminals were granted carte blanche to terrorize American communities. Think about the implications of a permanent absence of borders. We know the financial costs caused by President Biden’s open borders. In one sanctuary State alone, emergency housing for illegal immigrants surpassed $1 billion in FY 2025. Providing such services on a permanent, ongoing basis would bankrupt every State. Let me just quote from a few pages of this manifesto. They want to have ``publicly owned energy and transit infrastructure. Phase out the use of fossil fuels. Reclaim and repair our Earth’s resources for all.’’ This sounds like free buses in New York that have been promised. ``Feminism for All: Socialist feminism fights for queer liberation and the freedoms for all working-class women.’’ ``Healthcare for All: Guarantee universal healthcare at no cost to individuals, including complete access to reproductive and gender- affirming care.’’ What does that mean, Mr. Speaker? That means abortions at any point in the child’s life. They want housing for all: ``Build new, publicly owned social housing, strictly regulate investment properties, establish universal rent control, and guarantee right to counsel for all tenants.’’ Mr. Speaker, this is dangerous. There are people who are going to be in this Congress in the next session who support these programs. Again, I encourage the American people to look at this manifesto from the DSA. They are called Democratic Socialists of America. That is what they are called. That is what is asked for here, Mr. Speaker. As I said at the outset of the debate, we have a solid slate of bills contained under this rule. They are substantive, impactful, and address pertinent issues occurring across the Nation like this manifesto. We can and should pass this rule and each of the underlying bills to continue our work in service to the Nation and to the American people. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes’’ on the previous question and ``yes’’ on the rule. The material previously referred to by Mr. McGovern is as follows: An Amendment to H. Res. 1499 Offered by Mr. McGovern of Massachusetts”
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, our colleagues on the other side of the aisle are saying we are wasting our time here when we talk about all that we have accomplished in this session of Congress. They especially don’t like it when we talk about socialism. I encourage the American people to go online and look at this manifesto from the Democratic Socialists of America. It is out there for all the world to see. This is an expanded version from the first one that I saw that looked like it was written by a seventh grader. This one really fills out what these people want to do, and it is why we are bringing one measure today, under this rule, to condemn what these people want to do. It is abhorrent to all Americans. Its goals are repugnant to the principles that form the foundation for American constitutional liberties that benefit all Americans. There is simply no way to reconcile what the DSA envisions for America with the Constitution that protects us all. For example, the DSA’s stated long-term goals, to completely replace the Presidency and the Supreme Court, threaten the foundation of separation of powers and the stability of American democracy. The DSA seeks to centralize State power. We all know that expanding State control crowds out civil society and individual choice. Even under a ``Democratic’’ banner, hyper-centralized authority diminishes opportunities for dissenting views and personal freedoms. The DSA seeks to abolish national boundaries. Think about that. The chaos we experienced when President Biden allowed millions of illegal immigrants to enter the U.S. will seem like child’s play in comparison. We know of the security risks caused by President Biden’s open borders. Murderers, child rapists, and other criminals were granted carte blanche to terrorize American communities. Think about the implications of a permanent absence of borders. We know the financial costs caused by President Biden’s open borders. In one sanctuary State alone, emergency housing for illegal immigrants surpassed $1 billion in FY 2025. Providing such services on a permanent, ongoing basis would bankrupt every State. Let me just quote from a few pages of this manifesto. They want to have ``publicly owned energy and transit infrastructure. Phase out the use of fossil fuels. Reclaim and repair our Earth’s resources for all.’’ This sounds like free buses in New York that have been promised. ``Feminism for All: Socialist feminism fights for queer liberation and the freedoms for all working-class women.’’ ``Healthcare for All: Guarantee universal healthcare at no cost to individuals, including complete access to reproductive and gender- affirming care.’’ What does that mean, Mr. Speaker? That means abortions at any point in the child’s life. They want housing for all: ``Build new, publicly owned social housing, strictly regulate investment properties, establish universal rent control, and guarantee right to counsel for all tenants.’’ Mr. Speaker, this is dangerous. There are people who are going to be in this Congress in the next session who support these programs. Again, I encourage the American people to look at this manifesto from the DSA. They are called Democratic Socialists of America. That is what they are called. That is what is asked for here, Mr. Speaker. As I said at the outset of the debate, we have a solid slate of bills contained under this rule. They are substantive, impactful, and address pertinent issues occurring across the Nation like this manifesto. We can and should pass this rule and each of the underlying bills to continue our work in service to the Nation and to the American people. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes’’ on the previous question and ``yes’’ on the rule. The material previously referred to by Mr. McGovern is as follows: An Amendment to H. Res. 1499 Offered by Mr. McGovern of Massachusetts