Political Quotes

“we are just learning of the horrific, truly heartbreaking shooting at a school in Nashville earlier today-- six people, three children. I still have the pictures of the kids at Sandy Hook--the little children there who were shot dead--in mind. Well, six people, including three children, were shot and killed in their own school. Six people, three children, won't be coming home today to their families, to their friends, to their lives. We are holding in our hearts the families of the loved ones, of those affected by this horrible tragedy, and thank the first responders who were on the scene. Israel Madam President, now on Israel, I welcome the news that the judicial legislation proposed by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and his government have been suspended. The bond between the United States and Israel is rooted in our shared democratic values and fealty to the rule of law. When I was in Israel 4 weeks ago, I shared that message directly with the Prime Minister. I echo the call of President Herzog to find a compromise. It is a good step that the legislation is put on hold, and I strongly urge Israeli leaders, I urge Prime Minister Netanyahu: Come to a compromise before pushing forward again. Isaac ``Bougie'' Herzog has the trust of all parties and is the right person to come up with the compromise. I urge both sides to work with him. At a time when Israel faces real dangers, particularly from Iran, the last thing Israel needs is divisiveness at home.…”