"The President is isolated in this. Don't join him in his isolation. Come forward on behalf of the children and let's truly send a signal that we are about the future. I tried to do that when I was sworn in as Speaker surrounded by children. It was a spontaneous moment, but it was one that was clear in its message: we are gaveling this House to order on behalf of the children.
"There is nothing more important that we have to do in our work than make sure that our children are healthy and safe. Today, we have an opportunity to do that; let's not miss that opportunity. Let's give a vote for the children and against the President's veto."
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