Political Quotes

I thank the ranking member for his leadership, and I echo his remarks. Mr. Speaker, it is difficult to listen to this debate and to hear the arguments peddled by my colleagues that are hypocritical at best and intellectually dishonest at…

I demand a recorded vote. A recorded vote was ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a 5-minute vote. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--ayes 211, noes 209, not voting 13, as follows: [Roll No. 57] AYES--211…

Don't let anyone -- don't let anyone tell you that the American dream is dead.

I urge my Republican colleagues to reconsider their opposition. I remain committed to working with anyone who will join me in our efforts to make our country a safer place for every American, no matter who you vote for.