“at a certain point you do have an obligation to your constituents and the country to tell them what’s going on.”
“I’m a term-limit guy, so I’m all for that.”
“I’m not going to vote for him, but I wouldn’t object to an accelerated vote.”
“We expect rain to bring some much-needed relief to New Yorkers experiencing poor air quality over the weekend.”
“I hope he recovers, but I also hope that they get the transparency out there to help people know what the situation is.”
“Clearing Clayton’s nomination would be a good first step in moving the FISA renewal.”

Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 24, 2023
The differential in pay between different areas of the country, I think, is obsolete because people can work anywhere.
Said by
Angus King
Independent · Maine
Source
congress.gov

Editor's note · Context

Senator King argues for rethinking pay differentials due to remote work options.

Share

Share on XShare on FacebookEmail this quote

More from Angus King

Jun 29, 2026

Along with the draft rule, we are equally opposed to the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act because it codifies the same harmful reductions in benefits for veterans with tinnitus and sleep apnea benefits.

king.senate.gov
Jul 10, 2026

“Our SAFEGUARD Veterans Act would close loopholes, strengthen enforcement, and better protect veterans so they can access the benefits they deserve without being exploited by bad actors.”

king.senate.gov
Jul 7, 2026

As the Coast Guard makes homeporting decisions for the cutters still to come, I urge you to make Maine a top choice.

king.senate.gov
Jun 27, 2026

These cuts would strip disabled veterans of earned compensation and health care benefits – they should be rejected outright.

king.senate.gov
View all Angus King quotes

Other voices in this conversation