McCaul, House Republicans Launch America Speaking Out

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX 10) and House Republicans launched America Speaking Out, an official effort of House Republicans to involve the American people in creating a new policy agenda for the 111th Congress.

"Our democracy was founded on the basis of representative government listening to the people who elect them to serve," said Rep. McCaul. "At a time when the leadership in Washington is clearly not listening, we have begun an open discussion with the American people. Policy should not be created in back rooms inside the capitol. The ideas should come from ordinary people in our communities."

America Speaking Out is a nationwide town hall that welcomes any viewpoint regardless of party affiliation. It gives Americans a voice, allowing them to debate ideas that are posted, offer one of their own, or start a new debate under the Open Mic.

Congressman McCaul urges everyone to participate in this unprecedented effort to restore the broken bonds of trust between Americans and their elected leaders that will eventually lead to a new policy agenda rooted in the principles of a smaller and more accountable government.