Political Quotes

Ted Stevens

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Ted Stevens was a prominent U.S. Senator from Alaska, serving from 1968 to 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he was known for his influential role in shaping federal policies related to aviation, telecommunications, and infrastructure. Stevens was a key advocate for modernizing the air traffic control system, emphasizing the need for quick action to prevent aviation gridlock. His tenure was marked by significant contributions to Alaska's development and federal funding for various projects in the state. Stevens was the longest-serving senator in Alaska's history and held several leadership positions, including Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman.

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Mar 10, 2005

the money for dealing with endangered species and threatened species in Alaska is reduced by $1 million.

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Mar 10, 2005

I am really very seriously worried about the budget and how it affects my State.

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Feb 16, 2005

You're really, then, just asking for the money now to be governed by the law that comes forth from the Congress.

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Feb 16, 2005

I really think that we have to, sort of, ask again how we're going to coordinate these funds to prevent assisting the same people for the same thing.

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Feb 16, 2005

I want to join in congratulating you for what you are doing and the presentations you just made.

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Feb 16, 2005

I think we may face amendments to increase it further.

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Feb 16, 2005

Why isn't that in the defense budget?

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Feb 16, 2005

Our goal is to assist those countries to get on a democratic path.

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Feb 16, 2005

I think that your recent trip to Europe had fantastic results.

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Dec 6, 2004

His nickname, the king of pork. Citizens Against Government Waste says last year he brought back to Alaska a record $524 million in federal money.

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