Political Quotes

“I would like to respond to my colleague from Texas with regard to at least one or two aspects of what he said. He has characterized the opposition to Judge Kavanaugh as ``mob rule.'' I don't think that is a fair characterization. The opposition to Judge Kavanaugh is on many different levels. My colleagues on both sides of the aisle have looked at this nomination seriously, and they have come to opposite positions. I don't believe we are influenced, frightened, or in any way moved by mob rule. I just don't get it. Have I seen conduct that I think is untoward and really should not be condoned by people who feel strongly about this issue? Of course. Do I believe that people should have their freedom of speech limited or stifled? No, I don't. Even if it is something I don't want to hear, people have a right to speak. Of course, I will never condone violence or any physical activities against anyone, including Members of Congress. Some people have either come close to that line or have stepped over it, but I don't condone that in any way, shape or form. If we are truly committed to the Constitution that we have sworn to uphold and defend, the First Amendment creates opportunities for American citizens that others around the world long for and never see once in their lives. Part of that is freedom of speech. Part of that is the right to petition your government.…”