Political Quotes

Eleanor Holmes Norton: “I claim time in strong opposition to yet another amendment that interferes with another Member's district, indicating…”

On the recordJuly 18, 2018
I claim time in strong opposition to yet another amendment that interferes with another Member's district, indicating that there is more than one Member in this body that does not have enough to do at home. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from the District of Columbia is recognized for 5 minutes. {time} 2115
Said by
Eleanor Holmes Norton
Democratic · District of Columbia
Source
govinfo.gov
Jul 18, 2018

Share

More from Eleanor Holmes Norton

Jul 21, 2025

I am outraged at the number and scope of anti-D.C. home rule riders in the bill released today.

newrepublic.com
Jul 9, 2026

D.C.'s local courts have faced chronic judicial vacancies for far too long, delaying justice for residents and placing an unnecessary strain on the administration of our local court system.

vanhollen.senate.gov
May 12, 2026

Mr. Speaker, today, I introduce the Federal Employee Short-Term Disability Insurance Act of 2026, which would make short-term disability insurance available to federal employees.

congress.gov
Sep 3, 2025

Our local police force should not be subject to federalization, an action that wouldn't be possible for any other police department in the country.

commondreams.org

Other voices in this conversation