![]() We also need to make more progress bringing down the prices across the board. I’ll have more to say about that next week. And there’s a big difference for working folks.īut the price of gas is still too high, and we need to keep working to bring it down. And that’s progress.īut a lot of it is the result of getting the cost of living at the gas pump down by more - now even in California now - by more than a dollar nationally and - since the start of summer. That’s down from 11 percent over the prior three months. Overall, inflation was 2 percent over the last three months. ![]() Today’s report shows, though, some progress. And a lot of people are hurting these days. And he’d say, “You know, after the end of the month, when you get your paycheck - at the end of the month, do you have enough to pay for everything you owe, all your bills, and would you have a little left for some breathing room, just a little bit of breathing room.”Īnd that’s my view of what it important and critical. The way I think about it is the way my dad used to talk about it. It’s been true for years, and folks don’t need a report to tell them they’re being squeezed.įighting this battle every day is a key reason why I ran for President of the United States. Americans are squeezed by the cost of living. And I’m not - that’s not hyperbole.īefore I begin, let me say a few words quickly about today’s report on inflation. It’s going to be a better life for everybody. ![]() You never leave anybody behind.Īnd that’s exactly what this project will do that you all are building. But you’re always working to expand opportunity and a better future for all our children and our families for this city and all around the country. She loves this city, and she’s always working with the people of her district.Īnd I know this is - you and Ted are about a block - you know, separated by a street. Look, folks, you know, one of the things about a real leader is: The place they’re trying to lead matters a lot of how much they love the place they (inaudible). And - I just don’t want to leave anybody out.Īnd - what’s her name again? Karen Bass? (Laughter.) I didn’t see you back there.Īnd Ted Lieu. Representative Maxine Waters - whatever Maxine says, I agree with.Īnd Natalie Barragán. You’re doing one hell of a job as a freshman senator. Senator Padilla, I - you - you’re the same way. I resent the fact she left Washington, because I miss her personally, but her - she - love of her job and what she’s doing for Los Angeles is so consequential.Īnd a special thank you to California Democrats in Congress, many of whom are here today. And thank you for welcoming me into your city.Īnd I want to thank Hilda Solis. If I’m being really honest about it, I probably wouldn’t be standing here addressing you had he not helped me a lot. Mayor - (laughter and applause) - I - Mayor Garcetti has been a good friend for a long, long time. And you’re on this job because that woman said, “Hire local.” (Applause.) The middle class built this country, and unions built the middle class. They’re the best in the world, all of you. So they think anybody just shows up for a union job and gets a job. (Applause.) People don’t understand how many year- how many months and years of apprenticeship? THE PRESIDENT: Before you leave - before she walks off the stage, I want her to understand why, for certain, she has this job.įirst of all, I know I get criticized by the other team for being the most pro-union President in history. Metro, D Line (Purple) Extension Transit Project Get Involved Show submenu for “Get Involved””.The White House Show submenu for “The White House””.Office of the United States Trade Representative.Office of Science and Technology Policy.Executive Offices Show submenu for “Executive Offices””.Administration Show submenu for “Administration””.
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