WATCH: Davids Speaks on House Speaker Vacancy, Calls for Bipartisanship
Today, Representative Sharice Davids released a video message on the dangers of the prolonged House Speaker vacancy, which has halted all official business in the U.S. House of Representatives. With Kansans facing rising costs of groceries and America's allies abroad confronting unprecedented crises, Davids urged her colleagues to unite, set aside extremist viewpoints, and work together to chart a bipartisan path forward, as expected by Kansans.
Representative Sharice Davids speaks on the consequences of not electing a House speaker and calls for bipartisanship.
Read a transcript of Davids’ remarks below:
“Hi everyone – Rep. Davids here. It’s been 17 days since the United States House of Representatives has had a Speaker.
“Due to some extreme viewpoints pushed by certain members of Congress, in the past 17 days, we haven’t been able to pass a single bill on the House floor. I don’t need to tell you how consequential that is, but especially right now as hardworking Kansans are dealing with rising prices of everyday essentials like groceries here at home AND our allies are facing unprecedented crises abroad.
“Kansans are frustrated with Washington and are demanding solutions instead of more partisanship.
“I’ve said from the beginning that the only way to deliver real results is by Republicans and Democrats working together. I remain committed to a bipartisan path forward that ensures Congress can function without disruption — as you expect it should — so we can address the everyday challenges folks are facing at home.
“We must get back on track and I’m ready to work with anyone to get there.”