I support concrete and progressive immigration reform based on three primary criteria: family reunification, economic contributions, and humanitarian concerns. – Jeff Bingaman
The United States is the most innovative country in the world. But our leadership could slip away if we fail to properly fund primary, secondary and higher education. – Jeff Bingaman
I hope that in future Congresses there will reemerge a recognition that climate change is a reality, that our policies to meet our energy needs must also deal responsibly with environmental issues, including the damage caused by greenhouse gas emissions. – Jeff Bingaman
It was the labor movement that helped secure so much of what we take for granted today. The 40-hour work week, the minimum wage, family leave, health insurance, Social Security, Medicare, retirement plans. The cornerstones of the middle-class security all bear the union label. – Barack Obama