Political Quotes

“Mr. President, I think it is important to recognize this amendment for what it is. It is basically a political stunt at the expense of a lot of victimized people. One is victims of Hurricane Katrina, another is victims of asbestos in Libby, MT; it is at the expense of rural Americans; it is an attempt to derail the bill and force the House to have to vote again, therefore force, probably, the Senate to go through another vote-arama, go back and forth. It makes no sense whatsoever. Let's not forget the underlying legislation passed recently and signed by the President yesterday reduces insurance costs for working and middle-class Americans. This amendment would have the effect of taking that away if passed. If passed, it would take away Medicare prescription drug coverage for more than 3 million seniors. If passed, it would have the effect of taking away immediate tax credits for small businesses, and I could go on and on. I urge Members to support my motion to table. I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to be. The question is on agreeing to the motion to table. The clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk called the roll.”