Political Quotes

“if we could have the attention of the Senate, we are now 30 hours postcloture. What the Republican leader and I would like to do--there is, of course, with what has happened procedurally, no opportunity to offer amendments unless we agree to offer amendments, except for the issue dealing with suspending the rules. What we would like to do is have Senators work to come up with some amendments they feel should be offered. Senator McConnell and all of us are happy to see whether we can work our way through this. I would hope Senators would check with floor staff and see how we can get this done. It would be to my liking to not have to spill over into tomorrow. The highest holy day of the Jewish faith is tomorrow starting at sundown. There are a number of people who wish to leave to be able to be home with their families on that day, but we have to finish this legislation this week. I would like to do it today if we can. People should have an opportunity to offer amendments, give a little speech or a big speech--whatever they feel is appropriate--and we can vote. I am happy to do that. I have called off the quorum, people can talk, and in the meantime the floor staff will be waiting to hear from you as to what we can do regarding amendments. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The minority leader is recognized. Mr. McCONNELL. Mr.…”