It is wrong for them to shut the Government down again just before Christmas.

You have seen what war has wrought.

The Secretary of the Interior would recommend that the bill be vetoed.

This peace must take hold.

The time for debate is over; the time for decision is at hand.

I believe our Nation has already made the difference between war and peace there.

The work that you have just heard about will be able to be multiplied hundreds of times over.

I want to express my appreciation to two of their Representatives who joined us: Congressman Ehlers from Michigan and Congressman Moran from Virginia.

Peace is our mission.

This country is in better shape than it was 3 years ago.

This Republican plan would change all that.

We don't have to hurt our children to balance the budget.

I have done exactly what I've said I'd do.

Clearly, this bill does not reflect the values that Americans hold dear.

I think it would be a great mistake to think it is less important.

I will veto this bill.

The American people mourn with you in the loss of your leader.

We are celebrating today the public interest in America that has to be advanced.