Pence pushes tax reform, flood relief
Vice President
Pence, who took the podium just before
He called on West Virginians and all Americans to pull together for flood relief efforts.
"This storm continues to pose a danger to life and property," Pence said, urging those in flood-ravaged areas to listen to local authorities. He said Trump has sent more than 12,000 federal employees to
Pence also praised the efforts of
"It represents the best of America," Pence said. "This could well be
Pence said he was going to the
But Pence also urged West Virginians and others to donate to flood relief efforts.
"We encourage each of you and your businesses to find ways to help," Pence told the room full of business people. "The needs are great, but the generosity of the American people will be greater still."
Pence then asked those in attendance to pray for the families, first responders, federal, state and local officials and volunteers battling the Harvey floodwaters.
"The good and strong people of
Pence then turned to urging support for Trump's tax reform plan, saying the president's policies have already lead to the creation of 1 million new jobs and saved businesses
"Optimism is sweeping all across this country," Pence said.
Economic growth topped 3 percent for the first time in years, and Trump's policies will create 12 million new jobs, he said.
"Tax cuts start growth. The bigger the cuts, the bigger the growth," Pence said.
The president proposes simplifying tax codes, making
"You shouldn't have to have a lawyer or an accountant to figure out how much money you owe the government," the vice president said.
"Tax cuts mean more jobs. Tax cuts mean a raise in income for the American people," he said.
But Pence added, "We're counting on West Virginia's support. We need all the businesses represented here to speak out."
Pence also asked West Virginia's congressional delegation to support the president's proposed tax reform measures, calling out
"The people of
But, if Pence's aim was to elicit a response similar to that received by his more fiery president, he was only partially successful. One abortive attempt to raise a cry of "
Pence closed his remarks with a final appeal for the people of
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