For Immediate Release
February 2, 2005
Contact: Douglas Moore
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Statement by Congressman Marshall on President Bush's State of the Union Address

(Washington , DC) –Let me comment upon two major issues addressed in tonight's address. First, I agree with the President that whatever we do with Social Security ought to be guided by some basic principles. We should not cut guaranteed benefits and should assure that Social Security continues to act as a true safety net that keeps as many of our seniors as possible out of poverty. I look forward to working with the President along with Democrats and Republicans in Congress to create a plan that keeps all of America’s promises.

Secondly, I applaud the President's firm and unwavering resolve to see the job done in Iraq. He is right to reject calls for an artificial timetable to withdraw our troops. America must do all it can to assist the Iraqi people as they secure their freedom; the brave people who embraced democracy this week deserve nothing less.