Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I stand in opposition to this resolution. Mr. Speaker, the most important and difficult decision a Member of Congress must make is the decision to send our troops--our sons, daughters, husbands and wives--in harm's way. Each member must do as I have done--listen to the arguments on both sides of the issue, assemble and review all available information and then do what they believe is in the best interest of our nation. Some people have questioned the President's motives and the timing of this resolution. A few members of this body traveled to Baghdad to meet with officials of the government of Iraq. Frankly, I was appalled to see a Member of the Congress from my party in Baghdad questioning the motives of President Bush. I do not question the President's motives. I believe the President is doing what he believes is in the best interest of our nation. After much thought and deliberation, I have decided to vote against the resolution before us giving the President the discretion to send our troops to war in Iraq.”