Bloomberg Talks Rep. Jim Clyburn Talks Tax Bill, Biden's Cancer Diagnosis
May 19, 2025
Democratic Congressman Jim Clyburn from South Carolina shares insights on the House tax bill and the implications of former President Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis. He emphasizes the need for fairness in social services, especially in relation to Medicaid and budgetary decisions. Clyburn navigates the contentious debt ceiling, advocating for separating it from essential services. He also reflects on trust in politics, drawing parallels between Biden's health journey and personal experiences with illness.
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Democrats Prioritize Working People
- Democrats focus on policies that actually help working people, not just political wins.
- Balancing budgets should not come at the expense of working men and women.
Affordability of Essentials Matters
- Many Americans can't afford education, health care, or energy despite availability.
- The goal is to make these essentials affordable irrespective of socio-economic status.
Debt Ceiling Should Be Abolished
- Congressman Clyburn advocates abolishing the debt ceiling entirely.
- He views attaching debt limit raises to bills as futile and detrimental.