“Mail-in ballots are inherently corrupt.”
“These reforms are urgently needed to stop the vulnerabilities that I've mentioned.”
“Hundreds of thousands of non-citizens and dead people are listed and active on the voter rolls.”

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

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

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

There should be detailed justification for the request.

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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 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 is no requirement for consultation with Congress. Shame.

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Sep 22, 2003

We're going to need more time than it appears is going to be provided.

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Sep 22, 2003

Why is the cost per troop in Afghanistan so much higher?

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Sep 22, 2003

This is a lot of money. I understand the need to expedite the action, but this does not shield us from the responsibility to ask questions.

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Sep 22, 2003

We do not need another foreign aid budget, and we do not need another foreign relations department.

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Sep 22, 2003

Are there any efforts underway to increase the number of foreign troops in Afghanistan?

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