“That is now a matter for FIFA.”
“Why is it outrageous as a Democrat to call Platner the piece of shit that he’s always been? I mean, like this isn’t radical ideas here.”
“Because what we’re not going to do is we’re never going to allow Iran to have a nuclear weapon because we know they will use it.”
“You know, I made the math possible for a majority in ’26. The people that pushed that garbage now just made that now more unlikely.”
“Eliminate the penny, plug the nickel, and make some commemorative gold coins nobody can afford.”

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

I often comment, Mr. Chairman, that our country has been able to put a man on the moon and bring him back to Earth safely, but it has never been able to perfect a public address system.

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May 8, 2003

This is not something new, and the very distinguished Secretary knows that, because I added $1.25 million to the fiscal year 2001 Supplemental Appropriations Bill.

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May 8, 2003

Do I understand you to say that you will provide this committee, if it requests such, a copy of any management plan or competitive outsourcing proposal that the Department of Agriculture submits to the OMB?

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May 8, 2003

You have been very patient. My experience over my 45 years on this committee is that the Chairman is usually left to the last.

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May 8, 2003

What is the intention of the USDA with regard to hiring at least 50 new humane slaughter inspectors with the funding it has been provided?

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May 8, 2003

We talked about this a year ago. I think we talked about it 2 years ago.

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May 8, 2003

In the fiscal year 2003 Omnibus Appropriations Bill, $5 million was secured for the hiring of at least 50 new humane slaughter inspectors within the Food Safety Inspection Service at the USDA.

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May 8, 2003

How many are on board at this time?

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Apr 2, 2003

So you don't see hyperventilation as something that is imminent?

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Apr 2, 2003

Too bad. I don't know what my little granddaughter and great-granddaughters will think about this.

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Apr 2, 2003

I am very, very suspicious of the privatization scheme.

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Apr 2, 2003

How can you explain to the American people the willingness of the FAA to take flight safety out of the hands of dedicated public servants...

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