Political Quotes

“I still have not received the original letter from the Secretary. I find these events indicative of some of the attitudes that this administration--or some in this administration--seems to have for the Congress and the people who will benefit by the passage of this legislation. Playing in the media is only self-serving. It does not serve the public. Unfortunately, some of the media seemed to not have the intestinal fortitude to get up and find out just what the facts are. I hope they will search them out with regard to this package that is so important to the lands in the United States. It is true that some of these lands in the State of Utah that they are going to receive in the exchange authorized under this legislation may be developed, but very little. It will not be developed irresponsibly. I think we can trust the people of Utah in that regard. The moneys generated from some of these lands go to Utah schools and institutions. Some opponents of the legislation suggest that the land will be ruined and developed beyond recognition. I know that my colleagues are aware of all of the safeguards that are still in place under both Federal and State laws, and they are almost too numerous to mention, Mr. President. But I think it is important that we recognize just what the significance of these checks and balances are because they are numerous. To suggest that somehow Utah will have the flexibility to irresponsibly develop this land defies logic, Mr. President.”