This is a basic function of Congress to keep the government running. And so, what we ought not to do is play politics with those who have been affected by disasters. David Plouffe affectbasiccongress Change image and share on social
The economy is too weak right now. We need to jump-start it. The American Jobs Act will provide that jump-start, to help us into next year and the year after that. David Plouffe actamericaneconomy Change image and share on social
It's really a question of fairness and what kind of country we're going to live in. There are 22,000 people making over $1 million. They're paying an effective tax rate in the teens. As Warren Buffett said, he pays less in taxes effectively than his secretary does. That's not right. David Plouffe 000buffettcountry share on social
My point is cutting spending shouldn't be reliant on the debt limit though. It's something we have to do. The good news for America is, leaders in both parties, the president, believe that we have to have significant deficit reduction. So the intent is there. And I think what America is going to demand is that our leaders come together. David Plouffe americacutdebt share on social
I think what should be celebrated about our campaign is we have over 3 million people who have contributed to our campaign - teachers, firefighters, nurses, retirees. They're making up the backbone of this field organization in the country. David Plouffe backbonecampaigncelebrate share on social
I've ceased making predictions on things because we'll see how they turn out. David Plouffe ceasehavemake Change image and share on social
You ask people, 'should we go back to square one?' People don't want to do that. David Plouffe backpeoplesquare Change image and share on social
Everyone in our administration is going to cooperate. David Plouffe administrationcooperate Change image and share on social
Well, I would never admit to copying Karl Rove's play book, but there's no doubt that what the Bush people did in 2004 was impressive. They had neighbors talking to neighbors. They did a remarkable job increasing Republican turnout in states like Ohio and Florida. David Plouffe admitbookbush share on social
Listen, we're going to have to fight for every vote. David Plouffe fightlistenvote Change image and share on social