Political Quotes

“Madam President, it is a great pleasure but a bittersweet moment for me to rise on the Senate floor to pay tribute to a dear friend and an esteemed colleague, Senator Saxby Chambliss. After 20 years in Congress--8 in the House and 12 here in the Senate--Senator Chambliss retires from this phase of service to Georgia and to our Nation with a well-deserved reputation as a true statesman. At a time when the coarsening political discourse across our Nation and here in Congress is a growing concern, Senator Chambliss is a shining example of expertise and ability combined with civility and respect. He leaves Congress not only with many friends on both sides of the aisle, but also with many accomplishments to his credit. His leadership in national security and intelligence in both Chambers has been a great asset to our Nation. From agriculture to armed services, Senator Chambliss has been an informed and effective advocate for his constituents and for the American people. The golfers here might consider the hole-in-one he famously scored in a foursome with President Obama last year to be worthy of mention. Personally, as the founder and cochair of the Senate Diabetes Caucus, I would consider his dedication to the cause of juvenile diabetes to be a true highlight. I have also had the great pleasure of serving with Senator Chambliss both on the Intelligence Committee, where he is the vice chairman, and previously on the Senate Armed Services Committee.…”