Political Quotes

Chris Coons: I would like to call to order this hearing of the Subcommittee on African Affairs of the U.S. Senate Committee on…

On the recordApril 13, 2011
I would like to call to order this hearing of the Subcommittee on African Affairs of the U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations.
Said by
Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

Editor's note · Context

Coons opens the hearing on the budget request for sub-Saharan Africa.

Share

More from Chris Coons

Sep 1, 2026

As interest costs put growing pressure on our budget, we need to reduce our deficits and protect the investments that keep our economy strong.

coons.senate.gov
Jul 24, 2026

Nuclear energy is a source of clean and abundant power, and its growth in the U.S. and around the world will lower costs for consumers and combat climate change.

coons.senate.gov
Jul 21, 2026

Instead of supporting data-driven investments that pay dividends for the American people, this guidance facilitates partisan ideals and cronyism, leaving Americans in the dark.

coons.senate.gov
Jul 31, 2026

Instead, through his disastrous tariffs, failed war in Iran, and brutal ‘Big, Beautiful’ budget bill, Delawareans are paying thousands of dollars more because of this administration.

coons.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation