Political Quotes

“The Intelligence Authorization Act is the vehicle by which we ensure that U.S. intelligence professionals and programs have the funds and the authorities that they need. It is the single most important means by which Congress can conduct its oversight. We need to pass this legislation, just as the committee has done over the last several years. It is my hope that as the legislation moves forward, we will be able to dispose of the Guantanamo provisions--I will have an amendment to address that in a few minutes--and that we can also resolve the issues regarding the overseas contingency account. I look forward to working with my colleague as the bill moves forward to address those issues. I want to join the chairman in saluting the members of the intelligence community--the men and women who do such an extraordinary job for us each and every day. They have our sincerest gratitude and full appreciation for their dedication, their patriotism, and their unparalleled skills. I also want to thank again our chairman for his leadership, his commitment to bipartisanship, and his determination to do what is right. I want to thank our colleagues on the committee, who have done an extraordinary job in helping to put this bill together. I also want to join the chairman in thanking our wonderful staff on our side of the aisle.…”