Political Quotes

Ed Markey: “Do you think the United States should have safety standards as high as the rest of the world?”

On the recordMarch 15, 2011
Do you think the United States should have safety standards as high as the rest of the world?
Said by
Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Markey emphasizes the need for U.S. safety standards to match global levels.

Share

More from Ed Markey

Oct 17, 2026

Building West-East rail is a once-in a-lifetime investment to connect Massachusetts’ communities and our regional economies like never before. It will mean lower costs, less congestion, and access to opportunity for families across the…

markey.senate.gov
Oct 8, 2026

We must recommit to bring about lasting peace for Israelis and Palestinians, ensuring self-determination, peace, and freedom for all.

markey.senate.gov
Oct 16, 2026

Schools and libraries help develop the next generation of engineers, scientists, and cybersecurity professionals, including in communities that have historically lacked access to those opportunities.

markey.senate.gov
Oct 3, 2026

The Fossil Free Finance Act would require our financial institutions, including banks, to protect Americans’ savings, investments, and our economy by addressing the threats posed by climate change. We need to put the planet over profit and…

markey.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation