McAuliffe: Sequester, Federal Budget Cuts Among ‘Daunting’ Issues Virginia Faces

“In the general assembly, I want to listen to them, and I want to work with them, so we can advance our shared goals. The economic challenges facing Virginia are daunting. Sequestration for another year, and more federal budget cuts on the horizon, but for those of you who know me well, I believe that a daunting challenge is always a great opportunity. Working together we will protect the jobs that we have, but we will work to diversify our economy ... "