Political Quotes

“I am extremely pleased that one of the first resolutions introduced in the 105th Congress by the Republican leadership will significantly increase biomedical research funding at NIH. I truly believe that this is a momentous occasion which will reap enormous benefits for all Americans. Building on this, I rise to introduce legislation which authorizes increased funding for breast cancer research. Over the past six years, Congress has demonstrated an increased commitment to the fight against breast cancer. Back in 1991, less than $100 million dollars was spent on breast cancer research. Since then, Congress has steadily increased this allocation. These increases have stimulated new and exciting research that has begun to unravel the mysteries of this devastating disease and is moving us closer to a cure. Today, we must send a message through our authorization level to scientists and research policy makers that we are committed to continued funding for this important research. This increase in funding is necessary because breast cancer has reached crisis levels in America. In 1997, it is estimated that 180,200 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in this country, and 43,900 women will die from this disease. Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths among American women. Today, over 2.6 million American women are living with this disease.”