“The failure to restore this funding as directed by Congress is a disservice to the thousands of election jurisdictions across this country.”

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.

Quotes by year · 2003–2007334 total · peak 2003 (243)
2003: 243 quotes2004: 65 quotes2005: 20 quotes2007: 6 quotes
Feb 4, 2004

We need absolute clarity and assurances that these funds will not and cannot be used to export war to get into another country.

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Feb 4, 2004

This would further transfer authority to the Secretary of Defense in consultation with the Director of OMB.

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Feb 4, 2004

These are the invincible 23 who stood against the resolution of shame of October 16, 2002.

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Feb 4, 2004

There is no requirement for consultation with Congress. Shame.

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Feb 4, 2004

The proposal provides for a blanket $25 billion transfer authority with no requirements for detailed justification, no consultation, and no reporting.

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Feb 4, 2004

There should be a requirement to consult with the chairman and the ranking member of the Armed Services and the Appropriations Committees prior to transferring funds.

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Feb 4, 2004

There should be detailed justification for the request.

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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

The American people have never been told that we're going into that country to build a new nation, to build a new government, to democratize the country, and to democratize the Middle East.

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Sep 22, 2003

Should oil receipts be used for that purpose?

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Sep 22, 2003

Why are our troops using their own modest pay to buy this equipment when Congress has appropriated to the Pentagon $427.7 billion during this fiscal year?

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Sep 22, 2003

I am shocked by this administration's loose talk about a Marshall Plan for the Middle East.

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