Political Quotes

“Following the remarks of the Republican leader and me the Senate will be in a period of morning business where Senators will be allowed to speak for up to 10 minutes each--or at least be in a situation where people can speak up to 10 minutes each. Mr. President, I am going to wait until Senator McConnell gets to the floor, so I will not give any long remarks here. In fact, I won't give any long remarks at any time, but I do have a few things to say. Recognition of the Senate Chaplain While we are waiting for Senator McConnell, I want to take this opportunity to say this. Admiral Black has, for me, during this long period of crisis we have had in the country, been a voice of stability and a voice of inspiration. I am being very selfish in saying me, because it has been so for the entire Senate and for the country. His heartfelt prayers are so timely and so sensitive to the needs of our country and the need we all have to call upon our spirituality to get us through periods of difficulty. I can speak for the entire Senate when I say how much we admire and respect this good man, who is a counselor and as much a leader in the Senate as anyone who serves in this body. I suggest the absence of a quorum. The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk proceeded to call the roll.”