Political Quotes

Pete Domenici

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Pete V. Domenici is a former United States Senator from New Mexico, serving from 1973 to 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he was known for his work on budgetary issues and energy policy. During his tenure, he played a significant role in shaping legislation related to nuclear energy and national defense. Domenici was also involved in various bipartisan efforts, particularly in the areas of health care and education reform. He was a prominent advocate for fiscal responsibility and was instrumental in the passage of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997.

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Jun 18, 2012

The lower the tax, the better in terms of the economy and its capability to produce and grow.

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Jun 18, 2012

If that is happening, I think that is private sector.

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Jun 18, 2012

Without the President we do not get it done ought to be the hue and cry from the Congress and the people of this country.

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Jun 18, 2012

To me, it does not [seem like a good tax].

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Jun 18, 2012

It seems to me that sooner or later something has to be done. The economy is suffering from an awful lot of people not knowing what is going to happen.

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Jun 18, 2012

Well, look, from my standpoint it seems to me so obvious that you have to act for your country.

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Jun 18, 2012

I believe that that has to happen. I guess the rest is, I hope it happens, and the sooner the better, in my mind.

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Jun 18, 2012

I think that is the case. We are going to go negative. We are going to lose jobs.

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Jun 18, 2012

I am sure people are scratching their heads, as I am, wondering, why is the President not sitting down with top congressional leaders and saying, how do we avoid this, as opposed to, I am sad to say, the President does not seem very…

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Jun 18, 2012

We just have to say, that is not what is going to happen.

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Jun 18, 2012

I just celebrated my 80th, you know.

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