Politics panel: New Congress
The panel discussion, moderated by CNBC's John Harwood, covered a range of topics including healthcare, tax reform, and the role of technology in politics.
"The American people have given us a mandate to get things done." - Rep. Kevin McCarthy
The panel also touched on the issue of gerrymandering and its impact on election outcomes.
- Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) - House Majority Leader
- Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) - Senate Minority Leader
- Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) - House Minority Leader
According to the panel, the new Congress will focus on passing a comprehensive healthcare reform bill and addressing the national debt.
"We cannot afford to be the party of no." - Sen. Chuck Schumer
The panel discussion was part of a larger conference on politics and governance.
Author's note: As the 116th Congress gets underway, one can expect a flurry of activity on Capitol Hill, with many ambitious legislative goals on the table. However, the challenges ahead will be significant, and it remains to be seen whether bipartisan cooperation can be achieved.
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