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

If I were chairman, I wouldn't treat you like that--you, as the ranking member.

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Sep 22, 2003

I think we're being given a kind of a snow job by the administration.

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Sep 22, 2003

Could you tell this committee today what the total amount is for the receipts and outlays of seized or discovered funds?

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Sep 22, 2003

I want to protest, on behalf of my fellow Senators on this side and on behalf of myself, any markup of this bill as early as next Monday.

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Sep 22, 2003

The cost of the President's war in Iraq grows by the day.

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Sep 22, 2003

What are you paying the people that are going into the army?

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Sep 22, 2003

Seven minutes. Think of that. On an $87 billion request.

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Sep 22, 2003

What will the United States do if the so-called democracy that we're building in Iraq takes a wrong turn?

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Sep 22, 2003

I don't compliment the President a durn bit. He has not been helpful to the military.

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Sep 22, 2003

Our Adjutant General, General Allen Tackett, needs help from the Pentagon, but he is not getting it.

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Sep 22, 2003

But still, I haven't had an answer to my question as to where the mandate comes from the American people.

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Sep 22, 2003

We're destroying our National Guard and Reserves, I can tell you. They're exhausted.

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