Political Quotes

I will be very brief with my opening statement. It is my belief, Mr. Chairman and Ranking Member, that these ruthless acts of piracy must be addressed and resolved because it poses a threat to maritime around the world.

Mr. Chairman, I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy the frequent and pleasant verbal exchanges between you and the gentleman from Iowa.

I promise once again to listen to every constructive suggestion, and use every effort to craft a solution which bridges the producer and user communities.

I have tried unsuccessfully to change the congressional pension program.