Political Quotes

Bobby Rush

The Public Record

Bobby Rush is a former U.S. Representative from Illinois, serving from January 5, 1993, to January 3, 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Rush was known for his advocacy on issues related to children's safety and consumer protection. He worked closely with colleagues to strengthen agencies responsible for safeguarding children and emphasized the need for legislative changes to ensure the safety of products available to families. Rush's tenure in Congress was marked by his commitment to social justice and community empowerment, reflecting his deep roots in the civil rights movement.

Jun 18, 2012

When it comes to climate change, the Republicans are giving new meaning to the phrase, 'just say no.'

congress.gov
Jun 18, 2012

the EPA's disapproval was based on purported nonconformity with three extra-statutory standards that the EPA created out of whole cloth.

congress.gov
Jun 5, 2012

EPA is the Environmental Protection Agency, not the Every Problem in America Agency.

congress.gov
Jun 5, 2012

We would like to have had more, absolutely.

congress.gov
Jun 5, 2012

I have to respond to my friend from Texas's remarks. I mean, there is no basis for his allegations or his request for inquiry to the White House, and I don't know what that is based on.

congress.gov
Jun 5, 2012

Mr. Chairman, in the course of this hearing I referenced an article in the Chicago Tribune dated June 6, 2012.

congress.gov
May 17, 2012

I want to thank the ranking member of the full committee for recognizing me. Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to this motion to instruct. A mandatory approval of the Keystone XL pipeline does not belong in our transportation bill. This…

Congressional Record · 2012-05-17
Apr 26, 2012

this committee and the Congress should adopt the concurrent resolution, H.CON.RES.121 sponsored by Representative Bobby Rush and Fortenberry on April 27, 2012, calling for development of the Niger Delta.

congress.gov
Apr 16, 2012

I view the expansion of the American marketplace to Africa as being not only an opportunity to help grow a middle class in Africa, but also to help expand and then strengthen a declining middle class here in the U.S.

congress.gov
Mar 28, 2012

And to recover sight to the blind, to set the oppressed free. I urge all who hear these words to heed these lessons. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman is no longer recognized. * * * The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair will ask the…

Congressional Record · 2012-03-28
Mar 28, 2012

These words: He has shown you, O man---- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman will suspend. The Chair must remind Members of clause 5 of rule XVII. The gentleman is out of order.

Congressional Record · 2012-03-28

Politicians like Bobby Rush