Political Quotes

“before I begin my remarks, I was just watching the ``TODAY'' show. That is why I was late. They have a surprise neighbor of the month, and when they come in and surprise him, all his neighbors are there because he is such a great neighbor. Well, Ernie Mann--who is the father of Steve Mann, who has been my deputy State director since I have been Senator for over 20 years--a teacher in the community, a volunteer firefighter for 60 years, and just a great guy and a wonderful Yankee fan. They had Nestor Cortes get on the phone and speak to him. He was just made the neighbor of--I think it is of the month, but maybe it is of the year. Anyway, he deserves it. It was wonderful. It was beautiful to see. So, Ernie--and to all the Mann family, including the great Steve, who has done such a great job for me--congratulations. Good luck. It was beautiful. It was beautiful. Continuing Resolution Mr. President, now let's get to the substance of the day. Last night, by a vote of 72 to 23, the Senate agreed to advance a shell for a continuing resolution to keep the government open until December 16 and avoid a needless government shutdown. As my colleagues know, government funding runs out Friday at midnight, whereupon a partial shutdown would begin if we do not act. We must work fast to finish the process here on the floor, send a CR to the House, and then send it to the President's desk before the clock runs out.…”