John Griffith said "this is supposed to be a challenge because the rule says that we waived earmarks, but the gentleman is not talking about earmarks. He is talking about process that he doesn't like. He is talking about parts of the bill that he doesn't like, but he has not mentioned any specific earmark. Even the gentleman who spoke before him, the gentleman from Massachusetts, only talked in general terms about things that were general policy, not earmarks. Mr. McGOVERN. We are talking about an earmark for the gun lobby, my friend." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordMay 21, 2025

this is supposed to be a challenge because the rule says that we waived earmarks, but the gentleman is not talking about earmarks. He is talking about process that he doesn't like. He is talking about parts of the bill that he doesn't like, but he has not mentioned any specific earmark. Even the gentleman who spoke before him, the gentleman from Massachusetts, only talked in general terms about things that were general policy, not earmarks. Mr. McGOVERN. We are talking about an earmark for the gun lobby, my friend.

Said by

John Griffith

Louisiana

Source

govinfo.gov

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the topic of earmarks and the legislative process during a floor debate.

Share on X Share on Facebook Email this quote