Political Quotes

“You know, we are always talking about partnerships as opposed to the Federal Government putting up all the money for projects. This is truly a partnership between the private sector, the State of Illinois, and the Federal Government. Let me also say that I think the gentleman from Illinois [Mr. Poshard] referred to the fact that the Governor of Illinois, a Republican Governor, sent a letter to our delegation saying that he realizes that we need to cut the Federal budget, but this is a priority project for the State of Illinois. The State is willing to put up the money and do their part. Let me also say that if this rescission goes through this evening, we are not talking about rescinding $4.8 million, we are talking about killing this project. This is a project that is under construction right now.”