Political Quotes

“I have long supported maintaining the level of military funding necessary to advance American interests, to honor our commitments abroad, and to continue to be an effective advocate for democracy and freedom throughout the world. In my view, we simply cannot expect to maintain our position of world leadership if we do not also maintain the strong military capabilities we have developed in recent years. It was for these reasons that I voted against the amendment recently offered on the floor by my good friend and colleague from Iowa, Senator Grassley. In my view, the cuts proposed in that amendment are simply too deep, and could jeopardize vital programs that are instrumental to protecting our national security. I would like to take this opportunity to make clear my views on this issue. In committee, I voted for a similar amendment offered by Senator Grassley, and I must say in all candor that I was under the wrong impression at that time, Mr. President.”