Political Quotes

“I rise in strongest support possible of H.R. 2015, the Balanced Budget Act of 1997. This budget deal explicitly outlines the parameters by which this Congress will balance the Federal budget and reduce the deficit to zero by the year 2002. This is a truly historic achievement which demonstrates that, when we work in a bipartisan fashion, we can achieve the mission of fiscal restraint our constituents elected us to achieve. Our constituents have become increasingly cynical about government, and agreement will help restore confidence in the institutions and processes of government. It represents a triumph of the political system and a fulfillment of the voters' 1996 command to Congress to help solve our budget problems in a bipartisan fashion. Passing the first balanced budget since man walked on the moon is a solid and constructive beginning.”