Eric Cantor Awarded By Manufacturers For Commitment To Pro-Growth Policies

Eric Cantor (R-VA) addresses the spring 2010 President's Club meeting By The Heritage Foundation Think Tank All Rights Reserved

WASHINGTON D.C. – Congressman Eric Cantor (VA-07) was awarded this week with the National Association of Manufacturers’ (NAM) Award for Manufacturing Legislative Excellence based on his strong voting record on behalf of American workers and manufacturers in the 111th Congress. This award recognizes members of Congress who are committed to pro-growth and pro-manufacturing policies that will grow the economy and create quality jobs.

“The United States is the most productive and innovative nation in history, and American manufacturers are a big reason why. Yet, I remain concerned that when I meet with local manufacturers in Virginia, they tell me that in order to remain competitive we must stop Washington’s assault on our free enterprise system. Faced with increasing uncertainty, they don’t know which burdensome tax hike, regulation or mandate will come next, and therefore are reluctant to hire new employees, assume risk and make investments—all crucial components of any economic recovery.

“Hard-working Americans need a signal that their government finally gets it. We can start by cutting spending, reining in the size of government, and replacing overregulation with smart regulation. These steps will help get Americans back to work and our economy going again. Right now, we must focus on fostering an economic environment conducive to investment, innovation and job creation which is why I will continue to fight for lower taxes and less government regulations on the working people of Virginia,” Congressman Cantor said.

Background: The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is the nation’s largest industrial trade association representing small and large manufacturers in every industrial sector and in all 50 states. Voting records for all members of Congress are available at www.nam.org/111thCongress. The NAM is non-partisan, does not have a political action committee and does not endorse candidates. ###


TEXT CREDIT: Eric Cantor || Republican Whip October 5, 2010 Contact: Brad Dayspring 202-226-5249