Apr 27, 2015
I see no one on the floor, so will the Chair announce the business of the day. ____________________
Harry Reid
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Harry Reid is a former United States Senator from Nevada, serving from 1987 to 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, Reid held the position of Senate Majority Leader from 2007 to 2015, making him one of the most powerful figures in the Senate during his tenure. He was known for his leadership on various issues, including healthcare reform and economic recovery efforts following the 2008 financial crisis. Reid played a significant role in passing the Affordable Care Act and was a strong advocate for renewable energy and land conservation in Nevada.
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Apr 27, 2015
it is a hard thing to admit you are wrong. It is always very difficult. It is not very pleasing to look back and say to yourself: Oh, I wish I wasn't so far off; I was way off. But as public servants, we have to accept reality, regardless…
Apr 23, 2015
I look forward to returning to the debate on the situation dealing with Iran. It is a very difficult issue. It is so important for the country and the world. I hope there can be some further negotiations when they finish these negotiations…
Apr 23, 2015
the Wall Street Journal had a great editorial today. To show you how senseless it was, I will read the headline: ``The GOP uses its advice and consent power to beat Harry Reid.'' Think about that, a major newspaper in this country has the…
Apr 23, 2015
I rise today to honor the millions of Armenians who were deported during the Armenian genocide in 1915, and the 1.5 million men, women, and children who were killed. April 24, 2015, marks the Centennial Remembrance Day of the Armenian…
Apr 23, 2015
I didn't realize the time in the quorum call would be equally divided, so I ask unanimous consent that the time be equally charged to both sides. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
Apr 23, 2015
this morning I would like to extend a warm welcome to the Reverend Dr. Ralph Williamson, of Las Vegas, NV, who opened the Senate today with such a beautiful prayer. For a dozen years, Dr. Williamson has served as senior pastor at the First…
Apr 23, 2015
it is my understanding that on Monday there will be opportunity for debate. Is that right, Mr. Leader? We will do that at closing tonight. That would be good. Madam President, I appreciate very much the understanding of the Republican…
Apr 22, 2015
yesterday marked the 100th anniversary of a heinous and violent event that has tragically changed the world. On April 21, 1915, near the beginning of World War I, the German Army introduced to the world large-scale chemical weapons. That…
Apr 21, 2015
on another subject, it is extremely difficult to compare one Congress to another. Each Congress is unique-- changing times, shifting issues, and new administrations with which to work. But one manner of gauging the success of a Congress is…
Apr 21, 2015
after weeks of stalling a bipartisan human trafficking bill, our Republican colleagues have now agreed not to expand the scope of the Hyde language. Democrats and Republicans have come to an agreement on a path forward out of this…
Apr 20, 2015
it has been 164 days--164 very long, long days, especially for a woman by the name of Loretta Lynch. Her nomination is languishing here in the Republican limbo that they have created. For 6 months Senate Republicans have looked for any and…
Apr 20, 2015
I suggest the absence of a quorum. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. The clerk will call the roll The senior assistant legislative clerk proceeded to call the roll.
Apr 16, 2015
I am not an expert in the field of etymology, which is the study of the origin of words, but I do find the origin of English words to be enlightening. For example, the word ``govern'' is one we hear often in the Capitol. ``Govern'' is…
Apr 16, 2015
I reserve my right to object, and would say that with the work done by Senators Murray and all the Judiciary Committee, led by Senator Leahy and, of course, Senator Klobuchar, working with Senator Cornyn, significant progress has been…
Apr 16, 2015
continuing my reservation, as the majority leader is well aware, procedurally, the Senate provides many opportunities for delay. We are not going to treat the current majority the way the Republican minority treated us when we were in the…
Apr 15, 2015
The Republican leader talked about two issues: one, sexual trafficking, and, two, the budget. His statements regarding the two are illogical as anything can be. Illogical. First of all, let's talk about sexual trafficking. Senators on this…
Apr 14, 2015
people at home cannot see it, but every desk here on the Senate floor has a name on it. Mine says ``Mr. Reid.'' Right behind me is one that says ``Mrs. Murray.'' To my right is one that says ``Mr. McConnell.'' Why do I mention this? Today…
Apr 14, 2015
reserving the right to object, the reason we are not moving forward more quickly is we first had to get some of the holds lifted, and we were able to do that on both sides, and we wanted to make sure there would be no cuts in the…
Apr 13, 2015
I have spent a little bit of time talking about the sustainable growth rate--the doc fix--or the SGR. Before the Senate recessed for the Easter break, Republicans were unable to agree on how to prevent the physician pay cut. Democrats were…
Apr 13, 2015
I rise today to recognize Mrs. Ethelene Thompson. She was born on June 6, 1925, in Water Valley, MS, as the third child of Minnie and Solomon Morgan. Today, Ethelene is a caregiver known to many in her community for her willingness to…
Apr 13, 2015
let's talk a little bit about Loretta Lynch. We have now passed the first 100 days of the Republican-controlled Senate. We all remember the lofty promises made by the Republican leader and his party when they assumed power. But we are…
Apr 13, 2015
this is another day and another report highlighting how ObamaCare is helping Americans. Today's proof comes from a Gallup poll which finds that 9 out of 10 Americans report having health insurance. Here are a few excerpts from the…
Apr 1, 2015
In fact, one of the rare times the Senate Majority Leader at the time, Harry Reid, agreed, was with us on this, and the President intervened.
Mar 26, 2015
We do have the right if we, by consent, agree to waive the reading of the names; is that right? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator is correct.
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