Political Quotes

Ed Markey: To the best of my understanding, the Secretary has consistently said that the moratorium decision was his decision.

On the recordSeptember 12, 2012
To the best of my understanding, the Secretary has consistently said that the moratorium decision was his decision.
Said by
Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Markey emphasizes that Secretary Salazar took responsibility for the moratorium decision.

Share

More from Ed Markey

Aug 12, 2026

As with other efforts to erode federal civil rights oversight and enforcement, ED’s proposed rule is ‘like throwing away your umbrella in a rainstorm because you are not getting wet.’

markey.senate.gov
Aug 12, 2026

I urge the Trump administration to use Robert’s case as motivation to continue to advocate for the release of others wrongfully detained in Russia and around the world.

markey.senate.gov
Aug 11, 2026

I will continue fighting for my Health Over Wealth Act and to get private equity out of health care.

markey.senate.gov
Aug 10, 2026

It’s unacceptable. But we can and will fight back. The FCC will be accepting comments for the next few months, and they need to hear what E-Rate means in your school, library, and community. Submit comments. Share the numbers. Tell the…

markey.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation