Robert Byrd: “what makes this body unique is the unlimited right to amend and the unlimited right to debate.”

Twenty-nine men are now dead dead dead simply because they went to work that morning.

This isn't the average. This is deplorable, is what it is. It's not average, and it's not acceptable.

I find this tactic contrary to every Senator's duty to act in good faith.

I have said that, as long as the Senate retains the power to amend and the power of unlimited debate, the liberties of the people will remain secure.