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View the story "Twitter Takes On The State Of The Union " on StorifyTwitter Takes On The State Of The Union See what everyone is saying about President Obama's #SOTU addressStorified by ABC News· Tue, Feb 12 2013 20:11:08Agreed #freedom #opportunity #prosperity RT @BobbyJindal: Wonderful job by Senator @marcorubio on #GOP response.John BoehnerHere's my statement on the President's State of the Union:"The President is right -- through innovation,... http://fb.me/2eAIUF64DRep Ed PerlmutterRT If you agree that it's time for the President's rhetoric to match his actions. #SOTU #4jobsPete SessionsA larger federal government, more spending, and higher taxes aren't the answer. My reaction to tonight's #SOTU http://1.usa.gov/X3IqtZRep. Martha Roby Country can ill afford another year of kicking the can down the road. I will do my part to offer a way forward http://tinyurl.com/byoyk4u #SOTUAaron SchockPOTUS' 21st century vision for America promotes economic prosperity & protects citizens w/ sensible policies http://1.usa.gov/VTw7gE #SOTUMike QuigleyPleased that #SOTU prioritized infrastructure, education & medical research as part of nation's agenda http://go.usa.gov/4s7hBrian HigginsRubio #GOPResponse: Full Transcript http://abcn.ws/VeNFGAABC NewsAgree with President's call to invest in job creation, economic growth, infrastructure, education, advanced manufacturing and clean energy.Mike DoyleThere was only one Obama #SOTU tweet RTed more than @neiltyson's tonight http://bit.ly/V6QQCM per @magicandrewDan MilanoWonderful job by Senator @marcorubio on #GOP response.Gov. Bobby JindalThe House of Representatives is the only body to produce and pass a budget in the past four years http://tinyurl.com/byoyk4u #SOTUAaron SchockMy response to the president's #SOTU address http://bit.ly/Xyc6Q6Lynn Jenkins#GOPResponse #SOTU #gop #tcot http://pic.twitter.com/3hxtgdbPMarco RubioOnly through lower taxes, less regulation and more freedom will the economy begin to grow again. http://static.teapartyexpress.org/ #SOTU #tcotSenator Rand PaulAccording to #SOTU perpetual expansion of government is solution to every problem.Mike LeeGovernment will never be big enough for @BarackObama. Taxes and spending will never be high enough for @BarackObama. #SOTUGov. Bobby JindalPresident Obama Has Championed More Government and Less Freedom http://youtu.be/d5HpWL9SKqo #tcot #SOTURep. Marlin StutzmanPresident @BarackObama offered little more than tried-and-failed stimulus #spending and higher taxes... http://www.facebook.com/RepTimGriffin/posts/494030433967961 #ar2 #SOTURep. Tim GriffinCongress is debating the wrong things. Every debate in Washington is about how much to increase spending – a little or a lot. #TCOT #SOTUSenator Rand PaulHonoring victims of gun violence should be non partisan. Green ribbons shouldn't be hard to wear @boehner #SOTU Gregory MeeksI agree @Obama the 5th congressional district deserves a vote. Gun violence must be stopped. Time to act. #SOTU Gregory MeeksObama #SOTU, Rubio response offer diff't visions for USA. More govt vs. more jobs/prosperity. http://shar.es/YjGdITom Rooney.@marcorubio discussed what American people can achieve thru free enterprise, limited govt, greater freedom. http://shar.es/YjGyDTom RooneyPres Obama listed what federal govt can do w/higher taxes, more spending & borrowing, greater control http://shar.es/YjGTn #SOTUTom Rooney$5.9 Trillion has been added to the national debt since President Obama took office. Debt was $10.6T in 1/09; in 2/13 it is $16.5 T #SOTURep. Renee EllmersSchrader Statement on President Obama's State of the Union Address http://tinyurl.com/a9sku4mRep. Kurt SchraderHa!"@MimoCT: Well, no contest: @jahimes live tweeted more lively than @ChrisMurphyCT #SOTU"Jim HimesThe media scrum in Statuary Hall. I'm in line to talk to @WOODtv8 + @wwmtnews via satellite. Sorry guys, looong line! http://pic.twitter.com/8Fe2rQslRep. Bill HuizengaRT @MarthaRaddatz: My incomparable colleague @jonkarl with me in statuary hall after SOTU http://pic.twitter.com/UnrNptzhABC World NewsI agree that we need a smarter, more focused govt. But I think Pres Obama is still talking abt a bigger govt that can't pay its bills. #SOTUSenator Roy BluntThe president once again missed an opportunity & is still acting like what he wants to do is exactly what can be done. #SOTUSenator Roy BluntSchock Responds to President Obama's State of the Union Address http://tinyurl.com/byoyk4u #SOTU #POTUSAaron SchockIn over 40 town hall meetings in a year, I've heard from hardworking taxpayers throughout Oregon that they want good jobs that pay the billsRep. Greg WaldenTonight's speech did not demonstrate that POTUS understands how to right the course of this nation & return her to prosperity. #SOTUTom PriceWe need more jobs, less debthttp://1.usa.gov/UcwG8RRep. Greg Walden#SOTU can be summed up in a few words: same song, different verse. http://1.usa.gov/UcwjuIJeb HensarlingRT @rickklein: guess who else was still paying off student loans as he rose to national prominence... Obama. #SOTU #ABCPoliticsABC World NewsRubio: Idea that more taxes, government spending is best way to help hardworking middle class taxpayers -failed everytime tried #GOPResponseABC NewsRead the text of @marcorubio's response to the #SOTU. A real vision for solving our challenges. http://m.speaker.gov/press-release/full-text-sen-marco-rubio-delivers-republican-address-nationReince Priebus#GOPResponse - "Mr. President, I don't oppose your plans because I want to protect the rich" but "because I want to protect my neighbors."Rep. Renee EllmersRT @ABC: Rubio: Today's students aren't only 18-year-olds. They're returning veterans http://abcn.ws/live #GOPResponse #ABCPoliticsABC World NewsRokita responds to #SOTU: POTUS "offers more empty promises" http://ow.ly/hFjEaRep. Todd RokitaI'm encouraged @barackobama focused on the #1 issue I hear about when I travel around IL - creating jobs & strengthening middle class #sotuRep. Cheri BustosRubio doing some serious jousting with Obama. Making it direct, more direct that Obama was in attacking GOP. #SOTU #ABCPoliticsRick KleinRubio: Idea that more taxes, government spending is best way to help hardworking middle class taxpayers -failed everytime tried #GOPResponseABC NewsSenator Rubio articulating a hopeful, empowering alternative to the President's message. #SOTU #sayfieGeorge LeMieuxRT @gopconference Private health insurance premium growth will increase 108 % faster with Obamacare in place #SOTU http://tinyurl.com/bk88r2fRep. Renee EllmersObama laid out a very liberal agenda of raising taxes, stricter gun control, & no real solutions to the debt...http://on.fb.me/14RkAnN #SOTURandy NeugebauerDisappointed but not surprised by the President's failure to seriously address the issue of 60,000 dead in #Syria. #SOTUJohn McCainRepublican response by @MarcoRubio to President Obama's #SOTU is airing right now. Watch: http://abcn.ws/live #ABCPoliticsThis WeekRubio anticipated more Obama waving-the-flag-liberalism than was actually in speech. #SOTU #ABCPoliticsRick KleinRubio - More government isn't going to help you get ahead. it's going to hold you back.Zach WolfThe Republican response to President Obama's #SOTU is airing right now. Watch: http://abcn.ws/live #ABCPoliticsABC News@MarthaRaddatz points out POTUS talked about transparency in ending war & fighting terror but never actually used the word "drones" #SOTUDana HughesTonight's #SOTU wasn't a blueprint for President's upcoming year, it was an indictment for his previous four. http://goo.gl/Q5PQLSteve SoutherlandRT @ABC: The Republican response to President Obama's #SOTU is airing right now. Watch: http://abcn.ws/live #ABCPoliticsABC World News# of interruptions by standing ovations: 39 # of those ovations that appeared to be only or mostly Dems standing: 24 #abcpolitics #sotu2013Reena NinanABCMy statement on the #SOTU: http://ow.ly/hFjlu #ma09 #mapoliBill KeatingActions speak louder than words. House is ready for the President to join us in doing the people's work. #SOTU http://go.usa.gov/4s7jJack KingstonI asked Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid what he thought of president's #sotu address. He looked up at me, almost answered but said nothingJohn R ParkinsonThe president's vision for our country puts DC first. I believe in putting Georgia first. Here's my response to #SOTU http://youtu.be/3An9h8eaxlQTom GravesMy response to tonight's #SOTU address: http://sessions.house.gov/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=4773b4be-a227-4203-b190-15b399494c00 #TXPete SessionsThe president's vision for our country puts DC first. I believe in putting Georgia first. Here's my response to #SOTU http://youtu.be/3An9h8eaxlQTom GravesInstead of focusing on jobs, the POTUS wants to undermine gun rights, raise taxes, and add more government regulations & spending #SOTURep. Jeff DuncanTonight we heard the President say he wants to focus on jobs. Unfortunately, the President's record doesn't match his rhetoric. #SOTURep. Jeff DuncanThe President's call to put a price on carbon pollution and solve the climate crisis was bold and meaningful. We must act now. #sotuAl GoreIn his #SOTU, President @BarackObama offered a clear vision for creating #jobs with a focus on the middle class.Kirsten GillibrandBody Removed From Cabin Where Cops Believe Dorner Holed Up http://abcn.ws/11Fgr8HABC NewsThe President is right. Victims of gun violence Deserve a Vote. I'm ready, our nation is ready to take action with steps that can help.Marcia L. FudgeRT @gopconference TUNE IN: #GOPresponse to #SOTU by Sen. @MarcoRubio -> http://GOP.gov/SOTURep. Renee EllmersAmerican families struggle to manage their budgets. President missed budget deadline last wk and Senate hasn't passed in nearly 4 yrs. #SOTURep. Renee EllmersI sincerely hope that the president's actions will match his #SOTU words in the months ahead http://pearce.house.gov/press-release/pearce-statement-state-unionSteve PearceIn #SOTU Pres. laid out agenda that'll help our nation prosper & ensure we can compete globally for yrs to comehttp://1.usa.gov/YbJQRfRep. Doris MatsuiSee Rep. Gabrielle Giffords' Remarkable Journey http://abcn.ws/t1WSlmABC NewsShow's over. Didn't hear credible plan to get control of debt. Speech mostly based in liberal ideology, not fiscal reality #notserious #SOTURep. Martha Roby Tonight President Obama laid out a clear&balanced plan to continue growing our economy w/good middle-class jobs #SOTU http://1.usa.gov/UctkCwGary PetersIt's time to barbecue or mildew. I for one am ready to go to work on behalf of the American people: http://1.usa.gov/UcsWUL #SOTUGwen MooreVery pleased with #potus focus on education, innovation and infrastructure. Those are what drive new businesses, jobs and wealth #sotuJim HimesI'm hopeful about the state of our union and I'm confident that together we can build a brighter future for our kids and grandkids. #SOTULouise SlaughterMs. Victor, 102 yrs old, had 3 hr. wait to vote. Thank you Pres. Obama, saying in #SOTU, #VotingCantWait. I'm with you working for change.Marcia L. FudgeGreat speech tonight. To the victims of gun violence, the President is right, #TheyDeserveAVote. #SOTUCongressman Sam FarrAgree w/ POTUS re: need to invest in middle class. Goal of deficit reduction must be to grow econ, not European-style austerity. #SOTUChris Van HollenRT @NRAILA: Obama's "commonsense reform" requires gun registration and confiscation #SOTU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHmxY7zE5ucSarah PalinThe Big #SOTU Story: Obama State of the Union Refocuses Agenda on Jobs http://abcn.ws/X69dmoABC NewsObama: "It remains the task of us all...to be the authors of the next great chapter in our American story." #SOTU http://pic.twitter.com/z6giLzwQThe White HousePOTUS: "...it remains the task of us all, as citizens of United States, to be authors of the next great chapter in our American story" #SOTUBrian Higgins"As Americans, we all share the same proud title: We are citizens." —President Obama in #SOTUThe White HouseOur Nation is made great by those who step up in times of need. Proud to represent so many amazing Americans here in SE Michigan. #SOTUJohn Dingellpresidencies don't get build on commissions and public-private partnerships. but they might be around immigration, guns. #SOTU #ABCPoliticsRick KleinAnd that's the line of the speech-"they deserve a vote." Powerful rhetorical device on gun control #SOTU #ABCPoliticsKaren Traverspresidencies don't get build on commissions and public-private partnerships. but they might be around immigration, guns. #SOTU #ABCPoliticsRick KleinStop your sequester "As long as I'm Commander-in-Chief, we will do whatever we must to protect those who serve their country" -POTUS #SOTURep. Steve WomackI am for an open and transparent process that balances the safety of families with the 2nd amendment. #SOTUJohn DingellShould the U.S. continue to use airstrikes to kill suspected terrorists in foreign countries? Take our poll: http://abcn.ws/live #SOTUABC Newsfocus may have been economy/jobs, but not really. Obama building up to close on guns. #SOTU #ABCpoliticsRick Klein#SOTU isn't over yet, but you can already have a look at the most common words http://abcn.ws/Z98Ld9 #America #Jobs http://pic.twitter.com/i17pSM3CABC NewsStaff: throughout the chamber, victims rise in support of taking action against gun violence. #SOTU #standwithgabbyGabrielle Giffordsfocus may have been economy/jobs, but not really. Obama building up to close on guns. #SOTU #ABCpoliticsRick KleinNo American should wait longer than one hour to cast a vote in the world's strongest democracy. #SOTUNancy PelosiWe need a lot more things fixed in the government than our "voting experience" #SOTULynn Westmoreland"College scorecard" Obama mentioned likely extension to "shopping sheet" introduced last summer. #ABCPolitics #SOTU http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/politics/2012/07/education-dept-introduces-college-cost-window-stickers-2/Matthew LarotondaOdd that section on "direct action" and drones segues into the U.S. as a beacon of law and order?Zach WolfObama: We will keep faith with our veterans – investing in world-class care, including mental health care, for our wounded warriorsABC NewsShould the U.S. continue to use airstrikes to kill suspected terrorists in foreign countries? Take our poll: http://abcn.ws/live #SOTUABC News"We will insure equal treatment for all military families gay and straight" #SOTUCory BookerObama: We will keep faith with our veterans – investing in world-class care, including mental health care, for our wounded warriorsABC NewsSomeone forgot to run the #SOTU by @snopes. #whoopsJack KingstonNow we're going to eradicate poverty around the world. But remember this won't "increase our deficit by a single dime" #sotUGottaBKiddingMeSarah PalinObama: We will stand steadfast with #Israel in pursuit of security and a lasting peace http://abcn.ws/live #SOTU #ABCPoliticsABC NewsMy response to President Obama's #SOTU address: http://ow.ly/hEYL6 #p2Lloyd Doggett"We cannot presume to dictate course of change but we can insist on respect for the fundamental rights of all people" #SOTUJohn GaramendiRT @BillHemmer: The unemployment rate of young Americans between the ages of 16 and 19 is 23.4%. #BLS #SOTURep David SchweikertObama: United States will join with our allies... realizing the promise of an #AIDS-free generation, which is in our reach #SOTUABC NewsIf Bohener pulled out a kazoo and started playing it half-heartedly, it wouldn't surprise me. #SOTUBill WeirObama on Afghanistan: This drawdown will continue. And by the end of next year, our war in Afghanistan will be over. #SOTU #ABCPoliticsThis Week"Above all, America must remain a beacon to all who seek freedom during this period of historic change" #SOTUJohn GaramendiThe President's "Green Energy" agenda has cost taxpayers millions. No More Solyndras. http://dld.bz/cgBhs #SOTU -StaffLarry Bucshon, MDWe need to make sure we focus on exporting American products, NOT American jobs. #SOTUJohn DingellNeed the facts on #SOTU? Visit our live fact-check of the President's speech: http://bit.ly/VR7xNrEric Cantor"We must face rapidly growing threat of cyber terrorism" #SOTU Signed new executive order 2 strengthen our efforts to combat cyber terrorismCory BookerBy the way, women working at the White House make less than men. Clean your own house first, Mr. President. #sotUGottaBKiddingMeSarah PalinUPDATE: Body believed to be that of fugitive Christopher #Dorner removed from Big Bear cabin http://abcn.ws/XyXlso http://pic.twitter.com/bbBdF7cVABC NewsRT @GOP: Obama says plan "won't increase our deficit by a single dime." He's right-58.6 trillion #ASingleDime #SOTU http://pic.twitter.com/7OtQQ78qRep David SchweikertPresident Obama: "America will continue to lead the effort to prevent the spread of the world's most dangerous weapons." #SOTUThe White HouseObama subtly mentions drone program - "direct action"Zach Wolf"we have kept Congress fully informed of our efforts." Over to you, Sen. Wyden. #SOTU #ABCPoliticsRick KleinMore on Obama and the Minimum Wage from @shushwalshe - http://abcn.ws/YVPmsqZach WolfRT @ABCWorldNews: Obama: "By the end of next year, our war in Afghanistan will be over." #SOTUABC News"we have kept Congress fully informed of our efforts." Over to you, Sen. Wyden. #SOTU #ABCPoliticsRick KleinLet's support our troops by giving them the resources they need to complete their missions and return home safely #stopsequestration #SOTUBuck McKeonObama: "By the end of next year, our war in Afghanistan will be over." #SOTUABC World NewsReal median household income has declined $4,520 since Obama took office. #sotUGottaBKiddingMe #ObamaHurtsTheMiddleClassSarah PalinSmall business hurt by obamacare, then minimum wage increase. Double hit on job creators. #notserious #SOTUKarl RoveGood line Mr. President on fathers! Thank you #SOTURick SantorumPresident Obama: "Tonight, we stand united in saluting the troops and civilians who sacrifice every day to protect us." #SOTUThe White HouseRT @UnivisionNews Real reform means establishing a responsible pathway to earned citizenship. - Obama #SOTUThis WeekObama: "Send me a comprehensive immigration reform bill in the next few months, and I will sign it right away." #SOTU #ABCPoliticsNightlineFACT: Neither have a plan to replace the Obama sequester. #SOTURepKevinBrady#POTUS: Tonight, I can announce that over the next year, another 34,000 American troops will come home from Afghanistan. #SOTUU.S. ArmyObama applauds Senate passing Violence Against Women Act. Urges for Paycheck Fairness Act. #SOTUUnivision PoliticsShare of national debt per citizen is over $52k #RealSOTURep. Paul Gosar, DDSMy state is working to give local schools more flexibility from one-size-fits-all laws & regs. Fed govt should do the same #SOTU #alpoliticsRep. Martha Roby I support legal immigration, but we must incentivize people to abide by the law, not break it, to come to our great nation. #SOTURandy Neugebauer"Good job Joe!," says Obama. #SOTUZach WolfThis is just fair. #SOTUJohn DingellWant to fix this? http://www.usdebtclock.org/ #FixItfirstRep David SchweikertLots of new programs to 'invest' in w/our $16T #debt. How does he plan to pay for it & keep promise not to raise deficit spending? #SOTUfailLynn WestmorelandAmericans running on empty. Gas prices nearly doubled under your watch @barackobama #sotu #energy http://bit.ly/YbEeXbDarrell IssaHow do you feel about universal preschool for 4 year-olds? Take our poll: http://Abcn.ws/liveABC NewsMichelle Obama wears red to #SOTU http://abcn.ws/Vi47YQGood Morning AmericaExcited Pasadena resident & Mars Curiosity Rover Flight Director @TweetsOutLoud is joining @FLOTUS for #SOTU2013!Judy ChuPreparing students for higher education AND the workforce is key to meeting all industry needs. I support these investments. #SOTUJohn DingellProud to wear my @NoLabelsOrg pin tonight #SOTU2013Scott DesJarlais.@gabbygiffords is wearing one of these green and white ribbons in honor of victims of gun violence #SOTU http://pic.twitter.com/tDK3VQ22John R ParkinsonObama: "Tonight, I propose working with states to make high-quality preschool available to every single child in America." #SOTUABC World NewsLet's "invest" in more "clean energy" because Obama has a lot of campaign bundlers to thank #cronycapitalismonsteroids #sotUGottaBeKiddingMeSarah PalinFACT: New offshore leases for oil and natural gas drilling have declined 61% under Obama. #noenergy #sotUGottaBKiddingMeSarah PalinFACT: The #FHA fund that insure single-family mortgages is NEGATIVE $16.3 billion. #SOTULynn Westmoreland.@BarackObama "Corporate profits have rocketed to all-time highs," but #SmallBiz optimism remains at #recession levels @NFIB #SOTULynn Westmoreland#fixitfirst? How about jobs, the economy and your sequestration instead of another gov't program? #SOTURep. Austin ScottLast year's deficit was over ten trillion dimes. #SOTU http://pic.twitter.com/ifsiRMXKEric Cantor"I am open to additional reforms from both parties, so long as they don't violate the guarantee of a secure retirement" —President ObamaThe White HouseHe calls for "executive action" on climate change...which is a slippery slope to bio-degradable drones. #POTUSBill Weir"ribbon-cuttins." There was no G in that word. #SOTU #ABCPoliticsRick Klein. @BarackObama emphasizes creating jobs, that won't happen by expanding the government #SOTU2013 #SOTUScott DesJarlais"If congress won't act…I will." Yes that's how a republic works. If elected officials don't do what you want, just dictate it. #SOTUfailLynn Westmoreland"We must do more to combat climate change." #SOTUUS Rep E.B.JohnsonPres talks abt more spending on energy, but how about approving #Keystone Pipeline, and not adding more anti-energy, anti-job regs? #SOTURep. Martha Roby RT @giobenitez: President Obama: "We produce more oil at home than we have in 15 years." #SOTU #ABCPoliticsGood Morning AmericaHow do you feel about President Obama's record on climate change? http://gopollgo.com/s/AHabHW via @GoPollGoOTUS NewsAn all-of-the-above energy plan is the only way to ensure we utilize our resources and promote job growth. #SOTURandy NeugebauerObama: "Last year, wind energy added nearly half of all new power capacity in America. So let's generate even more." #cleanenergy #SOTUThe White HouseObama: Now is the time to reach a level of research and development not seen since the height of the Space Race #SOTU #ABCPoliticsABC NewsStagnant economy, Greek-style debt, inflation, no jobs, high gas prices. What say you, Obama voters? #OBuyersRemorse? #sotUGottaBKiddingMeSarah PalinUmm...Keystone?Cong. Tim HuelskampFor the sake of our children and future, we must do more to pay down debt and to stop running trillion $ deficits. #sotuCong. Tim HuelskampPOTUS: "If we want to make the best products, we also have to invest in the best ideas." #SOTUBrian HigginsObama Proposals Include Universal Preschool, Higher Minimum Wage - ABC News http://abcn.ws/VeGcaLZach WolfExcerpts of Rubio's GOP Address http://abcn.ws/12vgyyfABC News PoliticsObama: Growing economy that creates good, middle-class jobs – that must be the North Star that guides our efforts. #SOTU #ABCPoliticsThis Weekhow long before Obama regrets this line? "Apple will start making Macs in America again." #SOTU #ABCPoliticsRick KleinCheers, too much manufacturing has been overseas for far too long. #SOTUJohn DingellCheers, too much manufacturing has been overseas for far too long. #SOTUJohn Dingell"The American people have worked too hard, for too long, rebuilding from one crisis to see their elected officials cause another." #SOTUS SwinkObama: "The greatest nation on Earth cannot keep conducting its business by drifting from one manufactured crisis to the next." #SOTUABC World News"Ask more from the wealthiest seniors." He's not talking to you, Mom. Relax. #SOTUBill WeirFt. Hood hero who sat w/ Michelle Obama at 2010 #sotu now says Pres. Obama 'betrayed' Ft. Hood victims http://abcn.ws/VSlquI @NightlineBrian Rosswhy did Obama want a grand bargain? just about every word of #SOTU so far about getting past fiscal confrontations. #ABCPoliticsRick Klein"It is our unfinished task to make sure that this government works on behalf of the many, and not just the few" @BarackObamaPedro PierluisiMr. President, you proposed and signed the sequester. #SOTUCong. Tim HuelskampCertainly spending our way to prosperity hasn't worked. #debt #sotuCong. Tim HuelskampObama: "Most Americans – Democrats, Republicans, and Independents – understand that we can't just cut our way to prosperity." #SOTUABC World NewsDear old Dad would be proud of the progress we have made through #ACA #SOTUJohn DingellObama's sequester will cut defense spending and jeopardize our security while he holds out for more tax increases. #Obamaquester #SOTURandy Neugebauerlot of time on sequester for #SOTU. president knows where next big battle is. #ABCPoliticsRick KleinRead Along - FULL TRANSCRIPT: State of the Union 2013 http://abcn.ws/12KhVh1 #SOTU #ABCPoliticsABC NewsObama on sequester: "Congress passed a law..." #SOTURick KleinObama: "It is our generation's task ... to reignite the true engine of America's economic growth – a rising, thriving middle class." #SOTUGio Benitez"and prosecution of terrorists remains consistent with our laws and system of checks and balances..."Gregory KriegSOTU http://pic.twitter.com/NraS3ycaEarl BlumenauerAHORA escuchando el mensaje del Presidente de los Estados Unidos, @BarackObama - http://www.c-span.org/Live-Video/C-SPAN/Pedro PierluisiWe have $46 trillion in fed spending from Obama's FY13 Budget through 2022. That's not "responsible" or "balanced" #sotUGottaBKiddingMeSarah Palin$5.9 million was added to the national debt since Obama took office. #sotUGottaBKiddingMeSarah PalinObama: It is our unfinished task to restore the basic bargain that built this country http://abcn.ws/live #SOTU #ABCPoliticsABC NewsWe have a $16.5 trillion national debt & we're on day 1,385 without a budget. #PermanentPoliticalClassAtWork #sotUGottaBKiddingMeSarah Palin"our housing market is healing" says President Obama on #SOTU speech "We can say with confidence that the state of our union is stronger"Univision NewsObama: "State of our union is strong." No flair with that line. #SOTURick KleinTranscript - Follow Along with #SOTU prepared remarks - http://abcn.ws/12KhVh1Zach Wolf#TheWrongFitz trending -- can only assume @shondarhimes, that this is a #Scandal reference during #SOTU.S SwinkPres Obama quotes Kennedy: "It is my task to report the State of the Union – to improve it is the task of us all" http://pic.twitter.com/mRIAPzgfThe White HousePresident Obama: "Tonight, thanks to the grit and determination of the American people, there is much progress to report." #SOTUBarack ObamaObama: "There is much progress to report." Oh really? Let's see what the facts show... #sotUGottaBKiddingMeSarah PalinObama: "It is my task," JFK said, "to report the State of the Union – to improve it is the task of us all" #SOTU #ABCPoliticsABC News.@flotus --> http://Instagr.am/p/Vp1nyxsYTZ/ #SOTUDarrell IssaScalia hasn't gone to a #SOTU for 16 years because - as he said tonight - its become a "childish spectaclt" - http://abcn.ws/VREI8NZach Wolfthinking a tad more enthusiasm for the Biden handshake than for the Boehner one... #SOTURick KleinWhy was @VP Biden wearing glasses? @ABC's @ArletteSaenz reports he scratched his eye with a contact lens, per WH aideKaren Traversthinking a tad more enthusiasm for the Biden handshake than for the Boehner one... #SOTURick KleinObama's job approval rating in Jan. among highest since early months of his presidency #SOTU http://pewrsr.ch/11BQVzS http://pic.twitter.com/XmIueK00Pew Research CenterI'm proud to wear my @NoLabelsOrg problem solver pin. RT if you want our government to #fixnotfight: http://bit.ly/YmztcaJim MoranBlurry pic! President Obama enters House chamber for #SOTU http://pic.twitter.com/fQu3xQh4John R ParkinsonIt appears Joaquín Castro is among those who snagged an aisle seat early to shake the president's hand. #SOTUJordan FabianHappening now: President Obama delivers the 2013 State of the Union Address: http://wh.gov/sotu #SOTUThe White HouseWatching #ABCPolitics #SOTU coverage? You deserve a sticker. Check-in with @GetGlue here http://bit.ly/SOTUGG13 to snag one.ABC NewsWe shall see if boarder security is a real part of much needed immigration reform. #SOTURep. Bill HuizengaAm getting ready for the #POTUS #SOTU address. Hope he supports our initiatives to replace defense sequestration without tax increases.Rep. Vicky HartzlerOn the House floor, Holder is talking to @senatorsessions and in back, sort of photobombing, is @congressmanissa - http://abcn.ws/liveZach WolfFound something that might be OK. Admin will develop a College score card to show best value for students. #SOTURep. Bill Huizenga5 min in to #SOTU and we're already fact checking at http://gop.gov/sotu #getthefactsMario Diaz-BalartQwk shot with IN Reps @RepToddYoung @RepLukeMesser @SusanWBrooks @RepWalorski before #SOTURep. Todd RokitaHeading to sit w/ @MarkUdall for #SOTU. Let's move our country forward together- sitting together is a small step toward that goalSen. Lisa MurkowskiMissing mom tonight. A few years ago she told me I was rude for tweeting during SOTU.So putting my tweeter away. Later...Claire McCaskill1st Lady w guests in her box at #SOTU. http://pic.twitter.com/iHFgJ2zFRep. Bill Huizenga1st Lady and Cabinet just walked in. Getting a glimpse at the speech, looks like same'ol, same 'ol. See a call for more taxes, Solar energy.Rep. Bill Huizenga"@ToddRokita: Qwk shot with IN Reps @RepToddYoung @RepLukeMesser @SusanWBrooks @RepWalorski before #SOTU"Rep. Todd Young#LIVE! RT @ABCNewsRadio: Can't watch the #SOTU? Hear it live from @ABCNewsRadio http://abcn.ws/listen #ABCPoliticsAaron KaterskyThe view from my seat at the State of the Union. #sotu #obama http://instagr.am/p/VpzffhMYRK/Darrell IssaQwk shot with IN Reps @RepToddYoung @RepLukeMesser @SusanWBrooks @RepWalorski before #SOTURep. Todd RokitaThe shortest #SOTU was George Washington's 1790 address -- 1,089 words. #ABCPoliticsABC World NewsHere's your last minute #SOTU cheat sheet from #abcpolitics' @rickklein: http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/politics/2013/02/state-of-the-union-what-to-watch-for/S SwinkWill you be watching #SOTU? A proud tradition of our country. http://pic.twitter.com/fkkIlXYcScott DesJarlaisIt's almost time for #SOTU. At 9pm ET, watch the President's address at http://wh.gov/SOTU, and follow @TheDemocrats for live tweets.D Wasserman SchultzWe're talking whether rubber is meeting the road - http://abcn.ws/live @rickklein @bfouhyZach WolfFor the first time in history, their are two African-American Senators - Tim Scott and William Cowan - they are sitting together tonightJonathan KarlThe State of the Union is just minutes away. Get the facts about the President's speech at http://bit.ly/VR7xNr #SOTUEric CantorReady and anxious to hear the president's plan for the #deficit and #jobs. #sotuLynn JenkinsWatch #SOTU live now and keep an eye on Big Bear #Dorner situation, video on same page: http://abcn.ws/live http://pic.twitter.com/ZMKx0h1BABC News@BillOwensNY @DanMaffeiNY @RepSeanMaloney @RepRichardHanna @paultonko @louiseslaughter @RepChrisCollins @RepTomReed http://pic.twitter.com/L8wqgNl5Chris GibsonSitting with my Republican colleagues like Congressman Chris Gibson is a small acknowledgement that it's time to... http://fb.me/2lzXAn6AUSean Patrick MaloneyJust got a copy of the #SOTU speech.Randy NeugebauerThe State of the Union is just minutes away. Watch it live and get the facts about the President's speech at http://GOP.gov/SOTU #SOTUJeb HensarlingSenate marching in to #sotu. In deference to my friend @ChrisMurphyCT I'll keep my humor in check and read this speech on my lap....Jim Himes.@RickKlein hosting the ABC / Yahoo live stream - http://abcn.ws/liveZach WolfIn 15 minutes, President Obama will deliver the 2013 State of the Union. Watch it live here: http://wh.gov/sotu #SOTUBarack Obamagood time to click = now. #SOTU livestream coverage @ABC. Tweet us and we make you famous: http://abcn.ws/liveRick Klein5 MINUTES! ABC News State of the Union coverage begins at 8:50 p.m. ET HERE: http://abcn.ws/live http://pic.twitter.com/oYT33MJ9ABC NewsGetting started Senate just arrived at #SOTURandy NeugebauerWalking (back) into the House with the Senate for #sotu. http://pic.twitter.com/KU6HVuLhChris MurphyDont want hear again how POTUS is going to cut deficit in half unless he is serious about spending. Actions speak louder than words. #SOTURep. Bill HuizengaOn House floor waiting for the #SOTU to begin. Hope to hear #jobs, pro-economic growth proposals & #CTE for a trained #workforce from Pres44Glenn 'GT' ThompsonRT if you think it's time for Washington to #FixNotFight w/ @NoLabelsOrg. #SOTU http://pic.twitter.com/rbHyGHaiLynn JenkinsChristopher Dorner Believed in Burning Cabin; 1 Cop Dead, 1 Injured http://abcn.ws/14Rai7c via @ABC | #LIVE: http://abcn.ws/listenAaron Katersky20 mins to our @ABC @YahoNews #SOTU livestream - http://abcn.ws/liveRick KleinTonight #Obama will claim his policies haven't added a single dime to the debt- they've added 58.6 trillion dimes #gapol #gagop #galeg #SOTUJudsonBREAKING: @PressSec admits Obama initiated the sequester hours before the #SOTU http://bit.ly/12K6Nka #Obamaquester #SOTUCongressman Tom RiceOn floor of House for the #SOTU. I sent letter last month to Pres. & asked him to address debt during speech. #COpoliticsRep. Cory Gardner President Obama will deliver the #SOTU in about an hour - tune in to@ABC for full coverage and check out http://abcnews.go.com/Politics online!JilianJust sitting down in House chamber waiting for #SOTU. What do you want to hear in tonight's State of the Union address?Mike QuigleyRT @rorycooper: Last year's deficit was over 10 Trillion dimes. #SOTUEric CantorSecretary Chu is the "designated survivor" in the event of a catastrophic occurrence. He will watch the #SOTU from an undisclosed location.ABC World NewsJust arrived on House floor for #SOTU speech by the PresidentRandy NeugebauerOn the way to the House Floor to be part of the #SOTU Presidential escort committee. Wearing red (appropriate color, given the deficit).Virginia FoxxI'll be seated with my Democratic colleague @JaHimes at the #SOTU tonight. #NoLabels @NoLabelsOrg http://pic.twitter.com/bMHvGz2YRep. Scott RigellA pleasure to join my upstate NY bipartisan colleagues before the #SOTU tonight http://pic.twitter.com/szdphhvAPaul TonkoThat is history burning. Those cabins were a horse-and-buggy rest stop in the '20s. http://7oaksmtncabins.com/about_usBill WeirDeveloping: Christopher #Dorner Manhunt: Cabin Where Fugitive Ex-Cop Holed Up Is on Fire http://abcn.ws/X399H6ABC World NewsPleased the President's expected to devote a lot of State of the Union to creating jobs, growing the economy & strengthening the MiddleClassMike DoyleYour designated survivor tonight: Energy Secretary Steven Chu, not attending #SOTURick KleinI'll be seated with Republican @repscottrigell at #sotu tonight. A true VA gentleman-- he's sitting on Dem side. http://pic.twitter.com/LjYftAeWJim HimesWearing my @NoLabelsOrg pin to the State of the Union #SOTU http://pic.twitter.com/4ogrtdKuRep. Scott RigellLordy. Chamber for #sotu is at 60 degrees or something. That'll change soon I imagine. Yup, lights just kicked on.Jim HimesWhite House offers #SOTU livestream featuring "charts, facts, figures, and graphics" & "a team of policy experts" http://WhiteHouse.gov/SOTUMichael FalconePresident Obama will deliver the #SOTU in about an hour - tune in to @ABC for full coverage and check out http://abcnews.go.com/Politics online!Alisa WiersemaLive Updates: 2013 State of the Union http://abcn.ws/12uUJihABC News PoliticsAfter 1607 days, #Hoping2Hear the @WhiteHouse will approve #KeystoneXL #4jobs for #MiddleClass. #SOTU #TimeToBuildRep. Renee EllmersAt #SOTU I'm #Hoping2Hear how President plans to reduce spending, get serious about our #debt after 4 straight $1 trillion deficits #NV03Congressman Joe HeckAs we prepare for #SOTU, just a reminder that it has been 1,385 days since the Senate passed a #budget #nobudgetnopayLynn JenkinsTea Party Nation hits th- pre SOTU trifecta: Nazis, "Ender's Game" and the gay Green Lantern http://www.teapartynation.net/state_of_the_union_liberals_are_the_new_nazis via @teapartynationBill WeirSitting with newly elected Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer tonight. #SOTU#bipartisanshipClaire McCaskillSen Rubio (R-FL) preps for #GOP Address to the Nation: http://www.flickr.com/photos/speakerboehner/8468722497/in/photostream Watch him at http://gop.gov/sotu immediately following #SOTUSpeaker John BoehnerHeading over to the Capitol to join my Upstate colleague for our annual pre-#SOTU photo. Looking to hear solutions tonight. #FixNotFightChris GibsonLarge corporations and the wealthy are avoiding more than $100 billion in taxes every year by setting up offshore tax shelters. #SOTUBernie SandersObama is expected to say tonight: "Nothing I'm proposing tonight should increase our deficit by a single dime." #sotUGottaBKiddingMeSarah PalinHeaded up to my first #sotu as a member of Congress! http://pic.twitter.com/Jn1QD9vPPete GallegoMy guest for #SOTU tonight: Kathy Mignone, an autism intervention teacher #autismspeaks http://pic.twitter.com/Jx75A2yFPatrick MeehanGiving #TonyBennett singing tips at #SOTU. http://pic.twitter.com/2We09PQvSteve Israelkicking off the @ABC @yahoonews #SOTU livestream in an hour. be sure to watch us here: http://abcn.ws/liveRick KleinPlacing bets now: Which member of congress will first loft the beachball at tonight's State of the Union? #SOTUMatthew LarotondaBack in 1970, 25% of all jobs in the US were manufacturing jobs. Today, only 9% of all jobs in the US are manufacturing jobs. #SOTUBernie Sanders$5.9 trillion = the amount of debt added since @BarackObama took office. #SOTUDarrell IssaDuring #SOTU I'm #Hoping2Hear President's plan 4 TRULY all of the above energy plan including adding renewable projects on public land #NV03Congressman Joe HeckMy colleague @jonkarl handing out pizza before the SOTU http://pic.twitter.com/q0vngAdZMartha RaddatzGun violence victims sound off before guest appearance at #SOTU. But not all want stricter #GunControl. http://abcn.ws/VTakph w/ @jparkABCMatthew LarotondaGreat to meet today w/Ambar Pinto, a student, Virginian, undocumented immigrant & my guest for tonight's #SOTU: http://pic.twitter.com/aOPnb7OjMark WarnerState of the Union: What to Watch http://abcn.ws/Xz4Gbt [by @RickKlein] #SOTU #ABCpoliticsABC World News NowThx to Jennifer Smith and her family for joining me today on the Capitol steps before the #SOTU http://pic.twitter.com/hUSNuDyfPaul TonkoFinish this sentence: "The State of the Union is..." ?? #SOTUJohn R Parkinson#SOTU gives POTUS excellent opp to speak to Congress & American people about common ground solutions to our greatest challenges. #NY22Rep. Richard HannaUpstate NYers want leaders in the White House and Congress to put politics aside and focus on jobs & economy. #SOTU #NY22Rep. Richard HannaVIDEO - tonight I am attending the #SOTU & wanted to share with you what I am #Hoping2Hear: http://bit.ly/V6056f #sayfie #FL06Ron DeSantisRet. Army Col. Benjamin Margolius of Vestal is my #SOTU guest. He served 2 tours in Vietnam, 29 years total. #NY22 http://pic.twitter.com/MhIbMrfpRep. Richard HannaHeading over to the Capitol to join my Upstate colleague for our annual pre-#SOTU photo. Looking to hear solutions tonight. #FixNotFightChris GibsonSome amazing Americans will be next to me for Barack's State of the Union Address. Read their incredible stories: http://wh.gov/d2JS –moFLOTUS#StateoftheUnion on way to Capitol Hill for presidents address. See u during @ABCNewsLive @ABC coverage @Nightline http://pic.twitter.com/mKsF2ZYvJim AvilaPronto estaré en el hemiciclo para presenciar el Mensaje de Situación de Estado del Presidente de Estados Unidos @BarackObamaPedro PierluisiVIDEO: 10 State Of The Union addresses from years gone past http://abcn.ws/X080in #SOTU #Eisenhower#LBJ #JFK #Clinton #Carter #NixonABC NewsObama announces socialist dictatorship, takes our guns away. #SOTUpredictionsThe Daily ShowWatch livestreaming #SOTU on your ABC app on iPad or here http://abcnews.go.com/politics/live/sarajustI hope to hear a willingness by President Obama to work with Congress to address the federal government's over-spending problem #SOTURep. Martha Roby SNEAK PEEK: @MarcoRubio practicing for the #GOPResponse last week: http://pic.twitter.com/zYQkBymUSenator Rubio PressFollowing his response to tonight's SOTU address, I'll be speaking with Marco Rubio tomorrow on @GMA. Tweet me your questions.GeorgeStephanopoulosBEHIND THE SCENES look inside the Capitol before President #Obama delivers the #SOTU. http://instagr.am/p/Vpl9sqsYQh/Darrell IssaObama declares job creation the 'north star' for Congress, admin in 2nd term > http://abcn.ws/X69dmo #sotu @JonKarldevindwyerWatch the #SOTU, 8:50pm ET tonight, on free @ABC News tablet/phone app or on http://abcn.ws/live #ABCPolitics http://pic.twitter.com/xHFv4ODxABC News#SOTU: What to Watch http://abcn.ws/WHvvi1 #ABCWorldNewsABC World NewsTonight we send a message that Congress must address gun violence in a major way. This time is different. #SOTU http://abcn.ws/U9JUmNJim LangevinI'm honored to have Bishop @EdgarVann II as my guest for tonight's State of the Union Address. #SOTU http://on.fb.me/VRuzZOGary PetersThis could easily be @BarackObama looking for his Sec of Commerce at tonights #SOTU. http://bit.ly/WiJ1qo not serious about creating #jobsRep. Lee TerryExcerpts of President Obama's SOTU Address: http://abcn.ws/Yb84Lv Excerpts of .@marcorubio's remarks: http://abcn.ws/Vem34xArlette SaenzRubio tonight in speech: I hope the President will abandon his obsession with raising taxes and instead work with us to achieve real growthArlette Saenzat #SOTU tonight will be victims/family members of Va Tech, Aurora, Tucson, and Newtown. Also, Ted Nugent. http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/politics/2013/02/state-of-the-union-guns-jobs-sotu-the-note/Rick KleinFollowing his response to tonight's SOTU address, I'll be speaking with Marco Rubio tomorrow on @GMA. Tweet me your questions.GeorgeStephanopoulosWill @whitehouse propose anything other than same policies that created trillions in debt and stagnant economy? #SOTU #SpendingIsTheProblemRep Tim WalbergWaPo & like-minded MSM entities, you're about as credible as, well, Barack Obama. Can't wait for tonight's SOTU to point out more examples.Sarah PalinI'll be on @ABCWorldNews tonite w/ more on Ft Hood hero who says Obama 'betrayed' her, other victims: http://abcn.ws/VSlquI #sotu #politicsBrian RossOur trillion-dollar deficit & mounting debt is unsustainable. Will POTUS share a plan tonight that will reduce government spending? #SOTUPete SessionsTonight I will be delivering the Tea Party response to the #SOTU Address. You can watch it live here at 10:30 p.m. ET: http://www.teapartyexpress.orgSenator Rand Paul#SpendingIsTheProblem – I hope President Obama will #RequireAPlan in tonight's #SOTU.Tom Pricenumber of #SOTU guests with ties to gun violence will top 40, per @jparkABC. most connected to Rep. Langevin's effort.Rick KleinPreview of Obama's SOTU: More taxes, bigger government, shrink the private sector, end the Republicans & bankrupt the country. Enjoy!Donald J. TrumpPresident Obama's getting ready: RT if you're excited to hear his #SOTU speech tonight. http://pic.twitter.com/CF6dRHg9Barack ObamaThe State of the Union is tonight. Where and when to watch/read/listen with #ABCPolitics: http://abcn.ws/159DJlS http://pic.twitter.com/iVBjEIVsABC News