Political Quotes

Barbara Boxer

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Barbara Boxer is a former United States Senator from California, serving from January 5, 1993, to January 3, 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from January 3, 1983, to January 5, 1993. Throughout her political career, Boxer was known for her strong advocacy on environmental issues, women's rights, and healthcare reform. She played a significant role in various legislative efforts, including those aimed at addressing climate change and protecting public health.

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Apr 6, 2016

It is not fair that the child born there, just by circumstances of their birth, has less of a right to clean water.

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Apr 6, 2016

I am not asking for a study. You talked about L.A. Because you do not represent L.A., I do.

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Apr 6, 2016

Useless mandates are ridiculous. They make zero sense. But common sense mandates based on science are critical.

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Apr 6, 2016

We have spent, so far, $2 trillion in the war in Iraq, OK? I care about this country.

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Apr 5, 2016

You cannot be a rubber stamp for exemptions from the nuclear industry. That is not your job.

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Apr 5, 2016

My people there are telling me they are very concerned that Diablo Canyon cannot withstand earthquakes.

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Apr 5, 2016

The Commission said no to the NRC staff proposal on regulatory framework.

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Apr 5, 2016

I hope everyone understands that, with this news coming out of Fukushima.

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Apr 5, 2016

Why would you do that with so many people living so close to this plant?

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Apr 5, 2016

Your staff said that there needed to be upgrades, study and upgrades seismic flooding and other protections.

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Apr 5, 2016

I would like to arrange a meeting with you and the stakeholders in San Onofre, as well as Diablo.

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Apr 5, 2016

All of these are improvements, they are not status quo.

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