Political Quotes

“Today, I am introducing the Permanent Protection for America's Resources 2000 Act--Resources 2000. This legislation is the most sweeping commitment to protecting America's natural heritage in more than a generation. It will establish a permanent, dedicated funding source for resource protection. I am honored to be working on this legislation with Congressman George Miller in the House of Representatives, and my Senate Colleagues, Senator John Kerry and Senator Robert Torricelli. As we embark upon the 21st Century, it is time to make a new commitment to our natural heritage--one that can take its place beside the legacy left by President Teddy Roosevelt as we began this century. That new commitment must go beyond a piecemeal approach to preserving our natural resources. It must be a comprehensive, long-term strategy that enables us to ensure that when our children's children enter the 22nd Century, they can herald our actions today, as we revere those of President Roosevelt. Today our natural heritage is disappearing at an alarming rate.”