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it has always been my firm belief that minors should be required to notify their parents prior to seeking an abortion. I cannot help but believe that in nearly every case, young women do themselves, their babies, and their families well to…
the foundation of democracy lies in a government that reflects the voice of its citizens. The Constitution, the beloved document that chartered our system of government, makes this clear. ``We the people'', are the very first words of our…
yesterday, July 16, was the anniversary of one of the greatest events in American history. It was 219 years ago that our Founding Fathers were meeting at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, attempting to formulate a workable…
Not showing an interruption at this point. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection?
I am aware of that. I ask unanimous consent that, notwithstanding and without any prejudice to any Senator, to speak for 5 minutes on another matter. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection?
this year marks the 150th birthday of the town of Piedmont, WV. This little town, charted in 1856, is located on the North Branch of the Potomac River in the northeastern corner of West Virginia. In the late 19th Century, the town of…
I must oppose the Sessions amendment because it would eliminate critical border security funds from this bill. The subcommittee has carefully balanced the needs of our law enforcement personnel on the border, and an across-the board cut…
I shall offer an amendment to strengthen chemical facility security. As Yogi Berra once said, ``this is like deja vu all over again.'' This is the fourth appropriations bill for the Department of Homeland Security, and every summer, I have…
I was just saying as I came in, I saw these young pages here--I have been around here quite a long time, but I haven't gotten used to these. Our country has put a man on the Moon and brought him back to Earth again, but it hasn't yet…
The White House knew, when it sent the budget to the Congress, that the funding relied on a tax hike on air travelers--a tax hike the Congress had already rejected. The Appropriations committees lack jurisdiction to increase the aviation…
the Senate has before it the fiscal year 2007 Homeland Security appropriations bill. I commend our chairman. I am debating whether I should say ``who has no peer.'' I think I will stick with that. He has no peer when it comes to knowledge…
this coming Tuesday is the Fourth of July. Two hundred and thirty years ago, in 1776, our Founding Fathers declared independence from Britain, establishing a nation on fundamentally new principles of government. Those principles, laid out…
I have not heard all of the debate, but from what I have heard, I don't think that another Senator, this Senator, would be precluded from asking for time to explain his amendment. Now if the agreement may preclude other amendments--I don't…
Before the Senator does that, may I inject-- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Does the Senator withhold his request?
on June 20, 1863, a new State was added to the Union. Today, 143 years later, we celebrate the birthday of West Virginia. I am always happy to have an excuse to share my love for West Virginia with the rest of the Nation. The story of West…
banks of day lilies are celebrating their brief moments of glory as they turn their vibrant orange faces to the sun. The days are warm and mellow, not too hot for working in the garden or in the yard. The evenings linger, fading slowly…
Hats off! Hats off! The flag is passing by. Hats off! The flag is passing by.'' Those are the powerful words of Henry Holcomb Bennett in his stirring poem, ``The Flag Goes By.'' I recite those words because today, this day, is June 14…
I wonder if my friend from Massachusetts, who was engaged when that request was made, has anything in response?
I am only reserving the right to object. I hope we would have just a little while to talk about this. I am very much opposed to this. But I read the tea leaves very well. If the Senator would just desist for the time being, please?
I simply thank the very distinguished Senator from Virginia for his response to the request and his willingness to withhold his unanimous consent request for the time being. I thank him.
the Senate will vote today to commend the U.S. Armed Forces for their efforts in Iraq. I will support this amendment, as I have supported other amendments and resolutions to commend our military personnel serving overseas for their service…
along with millions of Americans, I am acutely sensitive to the values of saving and hard work. Like citizens all across our country, many West Virginians devote their lives to acquiring and nurturing a family business or farm in order to…
today I voted to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to debate the constitutional amendment to ban same-sex marriage. Let me be clear: I have always strongly opposed same-sex marriage. I believe that there is much confusion about the…
among the beautiful, rolling-green hills of northern West Virginia is a little town with a big history. I am speaking of the town of West Union, the county seat of Doddridge County. Once a center for railroading and other forms of…
I thank my dear friend, Senator Baucus, for his kind remarks. ____________________
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