He also often called himself "one of the poorest members of Congress."

This statement reminds me of my exhusband when we had a 3,000 square foot house, 3 cars, 2 motorcycles, oversized 2 car garage with a detached third garage, in ground pool with pool house and he would complain saying he was broke. Um, no, no we are not broke. In fact, we are very, very well off. When we no longer have 3 cars, 2 motorcycles, an inground pool and a huge house then maybe you can say you're broke. Until then, just be quiet and appreciate what we have.