Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 3, 2009
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.
Said by
Howard Coble
Republican · North Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Coble emphasizes the need to address piracy as a maritime threat.

Share & report

More from Howard Coble

Jul 21, 1999

Had I been there I would have voted "aye" on rollcall Nos. 308, 309, 310, and 311.

congress.gov
Feb 23, 2009

I guess, Captain, probably the most famous quote of 2009 will be the calmly spoken phrase, 'We are going to be in the Hudson.'

congress.gov
Jan 20, 1999

Mr. Speaker, today I am proud to introduce the 'Collections of Information Antipiracy Act,' a bill to encourage continued investment in the production and distribution of valuable new collections of information.

congress.gov
Jul 21, 1999

Had I been present I would have voted "no" on rollcall Nos. 306 and 307.

congress.gov

Other voices in this conversation