Beto O'Rourke Backs Biden's 'Build Back Better' Economic Recovery Plan
Former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke endorsed the ambitious economic recovery plan unveiled by his one-time opponent, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden, during a Zoom conference call Friday.
Announced Thursday, the “Build Back Better” plan aims to create 5 million new jobs in the U.S.’ manufacturing and technology sectors. It would also introduce a higher corporate tax rate, save small businesses from shuttering and boost income for blue-collar workers and minorities.
“This will do more than anything else to make sure that [American business owners are] back on their feet, their doors are back open and their employees are back to work,” O’Rourke said.
The Texas congressman had once warned that a Biden presidency would mean a “return to the past.” After dropping out of the 2020 presidential race, though, O’Rourke quickly announced his support for the former vice president. Now, he’s vowed to do everything in his power to help Biden secure a win.
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