Political Quotes

Pat Roberts

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Pat Roberts is a former United States Senator from Kansas, serving from 1997 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, he was known for his work on agricultural policy and national security issues during his tenure. Before his time in the Senate, Roberts served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1981 to 1997. Throughout his political career, he focused on issues important to Kansas, including farming and rural development. Roberts was also involved in various committees, including the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, where he played a significant role in shaping agricultural legislation.

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Jun 29, 2010

I think that you have shown again that you are a true champion for all farmers, all of agriculture, and I truly appreciate it.

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Jun 29, 2010

Well, name the program here and now. You know, go get 'em. You are on, man.

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Jun 29, 2010

I just worry, both from the lending standpoint and the producers' standpoint, we are going to be in a lot of trouble.

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Jun 14, 2010

I want to make absolutely sure we do not repeat that, and we take all of the claims and concerns seriously.

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Apr 21, 2010

The Framers of the Constitution certainly intended that.

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Apr 21, 2010

It is impossible to abuse the filibuster because it is an expression of the people against majority's attempt to shut them out.

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Apr 21, 2010

I want my vote on Dr. Berwick, and what would you advise I could do here?

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Apr 21, 2010

If there was ever a person who defended the filibuster, it was Robert C. Byrd.

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Apr 21, 2010

If we are going to do this in a bipartisan way, we ought to change attitudes around here

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Apr 21, 2010

this wound will not heal without a terrible price and a scar that will be with this House for many years

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Apr 21, 2010

That is not the way to run the government.

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