I was always a conservative Republican and I had very strong beliefs about certain things we should or should not do. But also thought that I was sent to Washington by the people of my state not to make a statement but to make a difference and try to get a result.
Lott reflects on his role in Congress, emphasizing the importance of achieving results over merely stating beliefs.
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