Political Quotes

“it must be an election year, because the fear mongering is in full swing. President George W. Bush has repeatedly said he doesn't intend to revive the draft, because he believes that the military is more effective and less expensive as an all-volunteer force than it would be under a draft. Yet that hasn't stopped his critics, who are waging a behind-the-scenes campaign to frighten the American people. The truth is this: President Bush has no ``secret plan'' to reinstitute the draft, and the only measure that would do so is the one we are considering today--offered by members of Senator Kerry's party and cosponsored solely by the minority party. I concur with the Pentagon's assessment that the all-volunteer force has provided a military ``that is experienced, smart, disciplined and representative of America.'' Volunteer soldiers are more family-oriented, career-oriented and stay longer. Lastly, there is no need for a draft at this time. Mr. Speaker, I am opposed to this bill, and its overwhelming rejection today by the Members of the House will put to rest the spin that is being offered by those merely interested in frightening voters during an election year. I urge my colleagues to join me in denouncing these tactics and voting against this bill.”