Political Quotes

“I come to the floor today greatly disturbed and upset, as are many Americans, by the comments President Obama made on Monday to outgoing Russian President Dmitry Medvedev at the nuclear security summit in Seoul, Korea. The exchange, which was accidentally recorded by a Russian journalist, suggests that President Obama's stance on missile defense will change after the November election. It implies that the President is willing to make more concessions to an authoritarian government that has caused Americans concern time and time again. It raises questions about what else might be hidden on the President's agenda if he secures a second term in the White House. Americans can view the recording themselves as President Obama tells Mr. Medvedev: On all these issues, but particularly missile defense, this can be solved but it's important for him [Putin] to give me space. ``Him'' meaning former and future President Vladimir Putin. Mr. Medvedev responds by saying: Yeah, I understand. I understand your message about space. Space for you. President Obama then goes on to say: This is my last election. After my election, I have more flexibility. It is unbelievable and chilling that President Obama would make his election a factor in how he deals with an important national security issue that could have dangerous implications for America and its allies.…”