Tom Carper said "We operate under two imperatives--well, more than two, but at least two that I want to focus on. One of those is a moral imperative, and the moral imperative is to look out for the least of these." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordDecember 12, 2012

We operate under two imperatives--well, more than two, but at least two that I want to focus on. One of those is a moral imperative, and the moral imperative is to look out for the least of these.

Said by

Tom Carper

Democratic · Delaware

Source

congress.gov

Editor's note · Context

Carper speaks on the moral obligation to support vulnerable populations.

Share on X Share on Facebook Email this quote

More from Tom Carper

Jun 3, 2024

I think that's disgraceful.

congress.gov

Jul 9, 2024

Public engagement can build trust, it can increase public buy-in, can help resolve issues, can help prevent litigation, and ultimately it can save time and money.

congress.gov

Jul 25, 2024

I ask unanimous consent that I be permitted to speak for up to 15 minutes and that Senator Young be recognized to speak after that for up to 5 minutes prior to the scheduled vote. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered…

govinfo.gov

Dec 18, 2024

I would like to yield to the gentlewoman from West Virginia. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from West Virginia.

govinfo.gov

View all Tom Carper quotes

Other voices in this conversation