Political Quotes

“I think the distinguished chairman, as usual, makes a lot of sense. If, in fact, the second-degree amendment is agreed to overwhelmingly, of course it would not make a lot of sense to vote on that first amendment. I am sure we can work something out on that. I wanted the majority leader to know that we at least have one vote, perhaps two votes, lined up tonight at 5:30 or whenever the majority leader decides. We have a number of other issues pending. Senator Durbin has offered an amendment. It is my understanding Senators Hatch and Harkin wish to second-degree that amendment. Senator Durbin is, of course, waiting around to see what that second degree would do. Senator Dayton has an amendment. He is willing to offer that. It is a 'Buy American.' He would agree to a short time period, but the Senator from Arizona said he wanted to be here when that amendment was offered so Senator Dayton is somewhat hesitant. I am going to talk to Senator Dayton and tell him he should get his vote out of the way today. If Senator McCain does choose to offer a second degree, we would be that much further ahead. Senator Bingaman has a number of amendments but it appears maybe they can be worked out. Senator Bingaman thinks so. Senator Byrd is going to make a decision tonight as to whether he is going to offer his amendment. Senator Corzine is indisposed today and is unable to offer his two amendments, but they should be on short time agreements.”