Political Quotes

“first I want to thank Senator Boxer for her extraordinary leadership on these issues. I invite my friend from Wyoming to come to Glen Burnie, MD, and see the 12,000 megawatt Brandon Shores powerplant which it is not only operating, but it is in full compliance with Maryland's healthy air law that is very similar to the proposed regulations we are debating today. That powerplant didn't close. It made the investments so that we have a clean energy source and in the process created 2,000 jobs in modernizing that powerplant. That is why we have many companies that support the regulation, because they know it is going to mean more jobs--including Ceres and American Boiler Manufacturers Association, as well as companies such as WL Gore. I want to thank Senator Rockefeller for his extraordinary statement. I was on the floor listening to him speaking on behalf of the people of West Virginia. They are interested in a clean economy, good health, and jobs. I want to thank Senator Alexander for speaking up for the people of Tennessee, because he understands the importance of sensible air quality standards. I want to speak on behalf of the people of Maryland, on behalf of the families I have the honor of representing in the Senate. This is the week that summer camps start.…”