Political Quotes

“As it concerns the wealthy individuals, the Republican bill and the Democratic bill are almost identical. The Republicans limit individual contributions to $1,000. On PAC's, we say that wealthy individuals or any individual can only give $2,500 to a PAC. The Democratic side says we will be cheaper than that. We will only give $5,000. I think it is kind of like the Democratic math again. They let wealthy candidates give more money to PAC's than Republicans do. On the aggregate amount, Republican and Democratic bills have the same amount. So I think the previous speaker misrepresented what is in the Republican bill. But let us take a look at what this bill does. It is genuine movement forward: Fifty percent in-district; provisions for wealthy candidates; provisions for carryover funds; reduced PAC funding; bans leadership PAC's; and goes after compulsory dues. The bottom line: This is genuine reform in the Republican bill. It is progress. It is not perfect but it is a significant step forward. I urge support of the Thomas bill.”