Political Quotes

“we are again discussing the important topic of cybersecurity--a topic we all agree is of the utmost importance and worthy of our attention. Unfortunately, this is like the movie ``Groundhog Day.'' The majority continues to push the same flawed legislation that failed to garner enough votes for consideration just three months ago. No one disputes the need for Congress to address cybersecurity. However, Members do disagree with the notion this problem requires legislation that increases the size of the Federal Government bureaucracy and places new burdens and regulation on businesses. Enhancing cybersecurity is important to our national security. I support efforts to strengthen our Nation against cyber attacks. However, I take issue with those who have come to the floor and argued that those who don't support this bill are against strengthening our Nation's cybersecurity. As I said in August, disagreements over how to address policy matters shouldn't devolve into accusations about a Member's willingness to tackle tough issues. The debate over cybersecurity legislation has turned from a substantive analysis of the merits into a political blame game as to which side supports defending our Nation more. If we want to tackle big issues such as cybersecurity, we need to rise above disagreements and work in a constructive manner. Disagreements over policy should be openly and freely debated. Unfortunately, this isn't how the debate on cybersecurity proceeded.…”