“Most importantly, addressing this crisis of election security demands that Congress must pass the SAVE America Act.”
“If the sides can't resolve an issue, I will have to resolve it.”
“This vital information is for many years been covered up and hidden from you.”
“The American people are beautiful, our great American people. But that all changes right now.”
“Americans expect taxpayer money to be spent responsibly, transparently, and in the public interest.”

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
May 8, 2003

It is right here in plain language.

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May 8, 2003

I do not think that I said you did not intend it.

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May 8, 2003

I will be pursuing this with interest, and I hope that the Department will proceed expeditiously to get the 50 new humane slaughter inspectors on board.

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May 8, 2003

You did not exactly answer my question. Let me ask a different question.

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May 8, 2003

I also want to thank my colleague, Senator Stevens, the chairman of the full committee, for his contribution today.

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May 8, 2003

I am opposed to entitlements in appropriations bills.

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May 8, 2003

Do you not think that there is a responsibility to pursue the course set out by the Congress, through the workings of its two Appropriations committees in the Senate and the House, respectively, according to their instructions in the…

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May 8, 2003

In order to ensure that adequate funding is available to maintain no less than 50 humane slaughter inspectors throughout fiscal year 2004, the future funding needs must be determined.

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May 8, 2003

the uncertainty at the employee level as to how agency outsourcing will evolve is having a horrific effect on morale.

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May 8, 2003

Let us carry out that commitment, and I think that we may as well put it into the bill.

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