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Cohen Reacts to President Obama's State of the Union Address

January 28, 2014

Video of Congressman reacting to State of the Union available here

[WASHINGTON, DC] – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) tonight issued the following statement in response to President Obama’s State of the Union speech:

“There was a lot in President Obama’s State of the Union tonight that should make Memphians feel good. While the recovery from the Great Recession has not included all that it should have, the President tonight outlined his vision for building ladders of opportunity so that every American who works hard and plays by the rules has a fair shot to succeed. Whether it’s job training programs, college affordability, access to high-quality affordable health coverage, housing and retirement security, or a lifeline for the unemployed, that’s what we need in Memphis.”

“I agree with the President that the minimum wage must be raised so families can earn a living wage and make ends meet. Though with the stroke of a pen he is able to raise it for federal contractors, I will continue working in Congress until the minimum wage is raised for all hardworking Americans. We must also work together to provide economic opportunity and create jobs by passing comprehensive immigration reform and a transportation bill that strengthens our nation’s infrastructure. Improved infrastructure means better access to Memphis, more jobs for our city, and a competitive edge for the Mid-South. I’m going to join the President in Nashville on Thursday, and I look forward to continuing working with him to grow our economy, strengthen the middle class, and give every American a chance to get ahead.”