Political Quotes

“Yes, Mr. President, Senator Kerry and I would like to join in making the following statement recognizing Mr. Thayer's lifetime accomplishments. The remarks follow: Mr. Thayer earned the respect and admiration of the small business community. Until his passing, Mr. Thayer served as the eloquently outspoken President and CEO for the National Association for the Self-Employed. Representing more than 200,000 members nationwide, as head of NASE Mr. Thayer fought for relief from unfair government regulations and pushed for legislative action on issues ranging from taxes to retirement plans. I think we will all remember him for his tireless work to get 100 percent deductibility for health insurance purchased by the self-employed. It wasn't easy. In fact, it was a long, long fight, but he managed to build bi-partisan support for 100 percent deductibility. How fitting it would be for Congress to pass such legislation before we adjourn.”