Political Quotes

Tom McClintock

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Thomas Miller McClintock is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 5th congressional district since 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he has been an advocate for limited government and fiscal conservatism throughout his political career. McClintock has focused on issues such as tax reform, environmental policy, and government spending. He previously served in the California State Assembly and as a member of the California State Senate, where he gained recognition for his commitment to conservative principles.

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Feb 7, 2019

Well, I think back to the Lois Lerner scandal, and that never was addressed. Why should I be more confident in your assurances now?

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Feb 7, 2019

the appearance of favoritism or partisanship by law enforcement agencies is absolutely deadly to a Nation that is founded upon the principle of equal justice under law.

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Feb 7, 2019

Let me talk about the apparent double standard and disproportionate show of force in cases like the arrest of Roger Stone.

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Feb 6, 2019

Are we experiencing the worst droughts in recorded history? No, we are not.

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Feb 6, 2019

Science tells us that at the end of the last Ice Age ocean levels were 400 feet lower than they are today.

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Feb 6, 2019

Doesn't it make sense to manage our forests, to match the tree density to the ability of the land to support it?

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Feb 6, 2019

You know, the thing we hear all the time is, 'Oh, all the scientists agree,' and yet here you are...

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Feb 6, 2019

Doesn't it make sense to build new nuclear power plants and hydroelectric dams that produce electricity with no air emissions?

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Feb 6, 2019

No one denies that our planet is warming, carbon dioxide levels are increasing, and ocean levels are rising.

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Feb 6, 2019

When someone tells you the debate is over, that dissent should be forbidden, and dissenters should be personally attacked, that is not a scientist talking; that is a politician.

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Feb 6, 2019

Doesn't it make sense to phase out flood insurance subsidies that encourage people to build in flood plains by hiding their risk?

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Feb 6, 2019

Science thrives on civil and dispassionate debate.

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