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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Feb 1, 2012

I believe in the report that we recommended that the Nuclear Regulatory Commission establish now a safety standard that any site must meet.

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Feb 1, 2012

I think you ought to--in response to your question, I would suggest that the committee take a good look at the reality of military waste or defense waste.

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Sep 12, 2011

We can't force them to stay in America if our taxes are too high.

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Sep 12, 2011

we were in trouble, and they agreed that we had to solve the problem.

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Sep 12, 2011

the deficit is still too big unless you decide to fill that gap with something.

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Sep 12, 2011

Our recommendations, after many days, were unanimous.

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Sep 12, 2011

I support ours, the one we have been describing. We didn't come down as far as them, but 28 is ours.

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Sep 12, 2011

The problem we have in this country has been expressed over and over here today, and that is that the population is growing older.

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Sep 12, 2011

The best way to effect growth in this country is to lower the rates on all people.

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Sep 12, 2011

I think you all know, at least you, Madam Chairman, and a couple of other Senators there know me and have known me for a long time.

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