Political Quotes

“It's safe to say that Congress experiences more than its share of dysfunction. Too often, Members engage in behavior that serves to produce partisan gridlock and very little else. But this week, western New York's delegation has successfully bucked that trend. Last night, my office worked closely with Congressman Tom Reed to protect residents from leaking radioactive waste in West Valley, New York. Later today, Congressman Chris Collins will join in our efforts to protect Army Corps projects that will clean up western New York's waterways. Earlier this week, Congresswoman Louise Slaughter and our State's Senators joined in our continued push for airline safety in the wake of the crash of Flight 3407 in western New York. There is no disputing the fact that on some issues we have vastly divergent views. But when you respect the positions of your colleagues across the aisle and tone down the partisan rhetoric, you create room to work together for the communities you are bound to serve. I am honored to work with these western New York colleagues. ____________________”