Political Quotes

“By direction of the Democratic Caucus, I offer a privileged resolution and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 1492 Resolved, That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committees of the House of Representatives: Committee on Homeland Security: Mrs. McIver (to rank immediately after Mr. Kennedy). Committee on Small Business: Mrs. McIver. Mr. AGUILAR (during the reading). Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be considered as read. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the gentleman from California? There was no objection. The resolution was agreed to. A motion to reconsider was laid on the table. ____________________”