Political Quotes

Mr. President, before I address recycling and composting, I just want to say something with respect and affection to my friend from Texas. About a month ago, Democrats and Republicans joined together here on this floor to pass bipartisan…

I would say there is a lesson here for both of us, and one of those is to make clear I am always ready to take your calls, your meeting, whatever you want and engage.

Mr. President, as this day comes to an end, a very sad chapter in the history of this body comes to an end, mercifully. I stand here before you and my colleagues as the last Vietnam veteran serving in the U.S. Senate, a retired Navy…

I usually default to the golden rule, and I think in this case it's a pretty good guide as well.