Political Quotes

“The International Brotherhood of Teamsters today renewed their call for a fair vote on a comprehensive energy plan before the U.S. Senate. ... ``Teamster members in the railroad industry have worked hard for a secure retirement,'' said James P. Hoffa, Teamsters General President. ``It is unfortunate that Senator Daschle is jeopardizing this important legislation by denying the ANWR exploration a separate floor vote. These two pieces of legislation deserve to be passed on their own merits.'' ... ``Exploring in the ANWR is clearly the right thing to do,'' Hoffa said. ``It will reduce our reliance on foreign oil while creating thousands of jobs for working families. A vote on the energy package must not be delayed any longer.'' ... Unfortunately, the Democratic Senate leadership has attempted to thwart the will of the majority by refusing to allow an energy vote to come to the Senate floor.”