We need to work together to empower the Haitian people to rebuild their own country.
The economic lift program, the so-called HELP Act backed by lawmakers on both sides of the aisle, was passed early this month.
I want to express my strong support for this treaty. And I think we need to move on this.
I'm delighted to be here this afternoon and to introduce, along with obviously Joe, my great pal and friend here.
I want to congratulate President Obama for this excellent nomination.
I spent a lot of time and started the Children's Caucus with Arlen Specter in the Senate.
the Founders intended the Senate as a continuing body that allows for open and unlimited debate, and the protection of Minority rights.
For over two centuries, the Senate has been the bulwark within our democratic political process of Minority rights and the freedom of speech...
I will try and be brief with my colleagues.
I worry deeply that we may change that in such a way that the Senate would lose the essence of its existence.
I think would be unwise to change the current filibuster rule threshold and limit the rights of the Minority.