We have Democrats saying dumb things every single day, and Republicans as well.

You would think that if any group in America had 20% to 25% unemployment, it would generate all kinds of attention. The Labor Department would understandably and necessarily begin to concentrate on what can we do to reduce this level of unemployment. Congress would give great time on the floor for debate on what can be done.

The truth of the matter is the tone is toxic here in Washington, and we have been exporting it around the country.

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