Political Quotes

Madam President, roughly 2 years ago, the American economy stood on the verge of collapse. After years of growth and seemingly endless prosperity, the honeymoon was suddenly over. The bubble burst. The world was plunged into recession…

Mr. President, in 1933, a 16-year-old girl named Lena Horne joined the chorus at a famous nightclub in Harlem known as the Cotton Club. This young woman was passionate about performing so she jumped in with both feet. And she never looked…

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Environment and Public Works be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on April 21, 2010, at 10 a.m. in room 406 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building. The PRESIDING…

I thank the distinguished Senator from Montana. I hope I can do my brief remarks in 6 minutes. It is tax day, I say to the Senator. I hope your taxes are filed. Madam President, as my colleagues and the American people are undoubtedly well…