What would you do if you had an extra $709 to spend? You might save it, pay off debt, get ready for the Christmas season, pay your rent, you name it.
Now, what would you do if you had an extra $709 per month? For a lot of Americans, that would be the difference between wondering where their next meal was going to come from and having funds set aside for a rainy day.
Well, under President Biden, Americans are spending an average of $709 more per month to buy the exact same goods and services that they were two years ago. This is a burdensome tax on the middle class and President Biden is directly responsible, thanks to his jobs-killing policies and runaway government spending bills that supercharge inflation. The proof is in the numbers. Inflation took off during the first year of Biden’s presidency, and even though it has come down from the highs of Summer 2022, it’s still bleeding Americans dry.
Across the nation, people are feeling it in their wallets. A new poll found that two-thirds of adults say their household expenses have risen over the last year, with only a quarter of those individuals seeing their incomes rise to keep up. 73% of adults say that the economy is poor. This final statistic is particularly alarming: 72% of Americans say things are going badly in our country today.
What’s worse is that they are absolutely right. Here we have a President who is touring the nation touting “Bidenomics” as a win for the American people, meanwhile, those same people are struggling to afford gas and groceries, let alone the holiday price spikes that have become par for the course with this president. Honestly, can you get more tone deaf than that?
With wages decreasing by .2% since August and inflation remaining stubbornly high, it’s no surprise that we’re also seeing record-high credit card, auto loan, and consumer loan delinquencies. In fact, they’re at levels unseen since the Great Recession. While it comes as no surprise that the economy is faring poorly under Washington Democrat control, considering the party leaders’ unwillingness to enact fiscally responsible policies, it is disappointing that the American people are the ones left paying the price.
Fortunately, under the leadership of Governor Brian Kemp, Georgians will continue to see some relief at the gas pump, as he extended the gas tax suspension through November 29th. This Administration would be much better off if it followed Georgia’s lead – the number one state in the country to do business – and built a system that promoted hard work and growth, not overspending and government control. |
In this week's edition of Buddy's Briefing, we're honoring the veterans and service members who courageously defend our nation's freedoms. |
Monday, November 6, 2023: On Saturday I had a meeting with two constituents in the banking industry who discussed with me their concerns with the Federal Reserve’s handling of interest rates. Afterwards, I had an on-camera interview with The News Agents Podcast, a production out of England, as we discussed American politics including the election of our new Speaker, Mike Johnson (R-LA).
I’m at the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force in Pooler this morning as we are hosting our annual Academy Day for students throughout the First District who are interested in appointments to the U.S. military academies. We have 20 exceptionally qualified candidates who are going through the interview process today. We are very blessed to have a diverse volunteer board consisting of academy graduates, veterans, and non-veterans that perform the interviews and makes recommendations for appointments.
Afterwards, I head to the airport for my return trip to Washington and, once back at the Capitol, I have a meeting with the Radio and Television Correspondents of America (RTCA) followed by a meeting with our scheduling staff. After a meeting with our legislative staff and a virtual meeting with our district staff, I meet with the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, including a constituent, to discuss workforce development.
Next, I have a call with constituents to discuss a legislative fix for the inclusion of the victims of the Khobar Towers attack who were left out of the Fairness for 9/11 Families Act before heading to an Energy and Commerce (E&C) Communications and Technology (C&T) Subcommittee meeting to discuss our work in the upcoming week.
Once back in my office, I meet with our communications staff before heading to the House Recording Studio where I record a Veterans Day video as well as a video for the Skidaway Island Republican Club (SIRC). After our weekly Whip Team meeting, I head to the House chamber for our first vote series of the week. |
Carter meets with National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners |
Tuesday, November 7, 2023: I’m on the radio with my good friend John Fredericks first thing this morning as we discuss funding for Israel and the appropriation bills we are considering this week. Afterwards, I head to the House Chamber where I pay tribute to Corporal Leonard Turner, a WWII veteran who recently turned 100 years young, George Skarpalezos, Sr, from Brunswick who recently passed, William Easterlin, who was recently honored by the Georgia Bar Foundation, and Arlie McNeil from Brunswick who recently passed.
Next, I head to our weekly GOP Conference meeting and afterwards head to an E&C member briefing on Net Neutrality. Once back in my office, I meet with the American Ambulance Association including two constituents before meeting with Ambassador Jacques Pitteloud from the Swiss Embassy to discuss funding for Ukraine. After our all staff conference call, I meet with the Family Research Council Action (FRC Action) as they present me with their True-Blue Award for having a 100% voting record on their issues. Next, I meet with Wright Mitchell, the new CEO of the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation as well as a constituent from Savannah to discuss historic preservation before heading to the House Chamber for our first vote series of the day.
Afterwards, I head to a candidate forum for Republican Vice Chair where we have 7 candidates running. This position was formerly occupied by Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) and became open when he was elevated to Speaker.
Next, I head to the Capitol Plaza steps for a bipartisan candlelight vigil commemorating one month since Hamas’ horrific terrorist attacks against Israel began. Once back in my office, I meet with CHG Healthcare before heading off Capitol Hill where I meet with members of the Georgia Telephone & Broadband Companies who are in town this week.
Later in the evening, we have our second vote series of the day and afterwards, I remain in the House Chamber and pay tribute to long-time WTOC TV news anchor Dawn Baker who recently was inducted into the Southeast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Science’s Silver Circle. |
Carter meets with American Ambulance Association |
Wednesday, November 8, 2023: I’m up early this morning and have a virtual interview on the Washington Journal on C-Span as we discuss Israel and Ukraine funding and news of the day. Afterwards, I head to a GOP Conference where we have the election of our new Conference Vice Chair, Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT). Blake is a fine addition to our leadership team and also boasts the title of one of the tallest members (6’5”) of our conference.
After heading to the House Chamber for our first vote series of the day, I head to the Rayburn House office building where I speak to the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) regarding the work we are doing on the E&C Committee with generic drugs.
Next, I head to the House Chamber where I speak on an amendment for the Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) Appropriations bill before heading to the Capitol Plaza steps where I meet 8th graders from Calvary Day School in Savannah who are visiting the Capitol this week.
After our second vote series of the day, I head off Capitol Hill before heading back to the House Chamber to speak on another amendment to the FSGG Appropriations bill. Later, I am honored to be the guest speaker at the Zero Emission Transportation Association (ZETA) meeting off Capitol Hill before heading back to the House Chamber for our third vote series of the day and afterwards paying tribute to our Band of Brothers music leader, Tim Malchak, who has been nominated as the Christian County Music Artist of the Year. |
Carter meets with students from Savannah Calvary Day School |
Thursday, November 9, 2023: I’m up early again this morning and on the radio with Scott “Rhino” Rhineholds and company in Atlanta as we discuss funding for Israel, the appropriations process and other news of the day.
Afterwards, I head to our weekly Doctors Caucus meeting where we meet with health care industry experts on Artificial Intelligence (AI) before heading to an E&C member meeting to discuss committee business. Next, I head to the House Chamber for our final vote series of the week and afterwards pay tribute to Corporal Doug ‘Twin’ Herron, a City of Savannah Police officer who recently passed.
Later, I have a virtual interview with WTOC TV in Savannah to discuss the renaming of the Hinesville VA Center in honor of four Liberty County natives who paid the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War.
Next, I have a live interview with Newsmax to discuss funding for Israel and the Biden family corruption before heading to the House recording studio to record this week’s edition of Buddy’s Briefing and a Tech Talk video. Once back in my office, I have a virtual interview with One America News (OAN) to discuss funding for Israel and other news of the day before heading to the Boating Caucus where I speak on NOAA’s proposed Right Whale vessel speed restriction rules. |
Carter speaks to Boating Caucus |
Friday, November 10, 2023: I’m on the radio again this morning as I join my good friend Martha Zoller in Gainesville and we discuss the appropriations process and news of the day. Afterwards, I join the good folks with the Atlanta Journal Constitution (AJC) on their Politically Georgia radio show to discuss the pending federal government shutdown and news of the day. Later, I’m live with Neil Cavuto on Fox Business as we discuss the need for bipartisanship in Congress and how it can be achieved. |
Click here for this week's vote sheet in the House of Representatives. |
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