Political Quotes

“Madam President, the Chinese New Year began, as you probably know, just a couple days ago. I do not know a lot of words in Chinese, but among the words I have learned is how to say ``Happy New Year.'' It is a new year in China. It is a new year for Chinese Americans in this country as well. I think the way we say ``Happy New Year'' is ``Gong Xi Fa Cai.'' So I say that to my friend. When word came out that Max had been nominated by the President for this role, I say to our friend from Utah, I ran into Max. He was about to go into an elevator, I think in the Hart Building, and I said: I know the President has nominated you for this, but you can't leave. We need your leadership on tax reform. We need your leadership on an SGR fix and doctors and all these other issues--trade policy. You can't leave now. He said: Well, the President has nominated me. I said: Well, I am going to put a hold on your nomination. He was about to get in the elevator and go away, and he put his head back out and said: Oh no, you are not. I was tempted. I was tempted because there is a lot he leaves. Actually, I think he leaves at a time when this place is working better. I am encouraged by that. Frankly, I am encouraged by the relationship the Senator has kindled with Senator Hatch. I am encouraged by the relationship the Senator has kindled with our friend Dave Camp from Michigan over in the House as chairman of the Ways and Means Committee. Max has set an example for the rest of us.…”