Political Quotes

Robert C. Byrd

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Robert C. Byrd was a prominent Democratic politician who served as a U.S. Senator from West Virginia from 1959 until his death in 2010. He was known for his long tenure in the Senate, where he held various leadership positions, including Senate Majority Leader. Byrd was a strong advocate for the interests of his state, focusing on issues such as healthcare, defense, and infrastructure. His legislative efforts included promoting efficiency in defense acquisitions and improving health benefits for servicemembers through programs like TRICARE. Byrd's influence extended beyond West Virginia, as he played a significant role in shaping national policy during his time in office.

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Sep 22, 2003

Pledged. But how much have we received?

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Sep 22, 2003

I think the American people are entitled to hear a debate and to have questions answered with regard to this reconstruction effort.

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Sep 22, 2003

The war in Iraq was not a defensive war. It was a preemptive attack.

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Sep 22, 2003

I'm sure that the American people are represented by more than one Senator.

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Sep 22, 2003

The truth, of course, is that this long and costly occupation was not unavoidable, and it was not an urgent threat in the war on terror.

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Sep 22, 2003

I am just flat-out opposed to more authorities to the executive branch, in this administration, or in the previous one, or in the next one.

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Sep 22, 2003

You see, that's not the way we ought to do things.

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Sep 22, 2003

I would not approve it this time. I would oppose it.

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Sep 22, 2003

I hope you'll think that over, take it under consideration. Don't rule it out.

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Sep 22, 2003

Never, no matter what President there may be, Republican or Democrat, would I put that President ahead of the Constitution.

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Sep 22, 2003

Can you supply, for the record, the number of countries out of the 30 that provide at least 1,000 personnel, and can you supply the names of those countries?

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Sep 22, 2003

And we'll have enough vests in December?

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