Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to adopt an ironclad moratorium on all new drilling permits in the Gulf of Mexico. Recent reports are saying 17 new permits have been granted since the explosion in the gulf. It is also shocking to find out 19 environmental waivers have been issued since then. Over 6 million gallons have now poured into the gulf, and every day, it continues--250,000 gallons-plus a day. The Washington Post reported today that the Minerals Management Service officials get paid a cash bonus when they close these deals with the big oil companies. They're not working for the American people. They've got a pay plan. They're working for the oil companies. We need to halt all permits for oil, new and otherwise, until we cap this well. ____________________”