Political Quotes

John Conyers: I want to commend to him Anthony Lewis' op-ed of March 11, 1996, which pointed out how terrorism wins when we undermine…

On the recordMarch 13, 1996
I want to commend to him Anthony Lewis' op-ed of March 11, 1996, which pointed out how terrorism wins when we undermine the Constitution, and today's New York Times editorial, which is entitled ``The Wrong Answer to Terrorism,'' and I think they were referring to the bill that he champions.
Said by
John Conyers
Democratic · Michigan

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the implications of terrorism on constitutional rights.

Share

More from John Conyers

Oct 31, 2017

I am a cosponsor of her legislation with great pride.

congress.gov
Oct 25, 2017

Since the Trump administration has come into being, briefing requests submitted by Democratic Members' staff have been repeatedly denied, ignored, or delayed.

congress.gov
Oct 24, 2017

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Michigan will be postponed. Announcement by the Acting Chair The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to…

govinfo.gov
Oct 25, 2017

Unfortunately, the current administration in swift fashion abandoned America's bipartisan leadership in this arena.

congress.gov

Other voices in this conversation