Political Quotes

On the recordJune 18, 2019
I am sorry that it is something our government was responsible for. And Mitch McConnell may be right that no one alive is responsible for what happened then, but everyone alive is responsible to do something now.
Said by
Eric Swalwell
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Swalwell emphasizes the responsibility of current generations to address historical injustices.

Share & report

More from Eric Swalwell

Jun 12, 2024

I don't view this hearing as a shaming of any particular company but, rather, an opportunity to learn from mistakes in the past.

congress.gov
Jun 12, 2024

Four hundred and eight straight times they said the word 'guilty.'

congress.gov
Jun 3, 2024

My colleagues, none of this today that you are bringing makes sense--your inconsistencies, hypocrisy, and sycophancy--unless you are in a cult.

congress.gov
Jun 12, 2024

Now, let's, let's transfer or fast forward to another trial that took place recently. The President's son Hunter Biden tried to plead. Was not able to do that.

congress.gov

Other voices in this conversation