Political Quotes

Angus King: “They have stepped up. But I think the American people should understand that we have stepped back.”

On the recordMay 27, 2026
They have stepped up. But I think the American people should understand that we have stepped back.
Said by
Angus King
Independent · Maine

Editor's note · Context

Senator King concludes his remarks on U.S. support for Ukraine.

Share

More from Angus King

Sep 25, 2026

One of our nation’s most significant works of public art has stood incomplete for decades, right here in the U.S. Senate. I’m thrilled that the restoration of Alexander Calder’s Mountains and Clouds is moving forward.

rollcall.com
Sep 23, 2026

“With both domestic and international supplies running low, a release from the Northeast Home Heating Oil Reserve would help ease these prices.”

mainemorningstar.com
Sep 21, 2026

“I think somehow we have to get back to the idea that we can have opponents who aren’t enemies,” he added.

mainemorningstar.com

Other voices in this conversation