“I think we can all unequivocally say in 2026, football is not going anywhere.”
“When giant corporations and Wall Street investors buy up all the fire truck manufacturers, it’s a threat to public safety.”
“I want to stop the spread. They are picking homes like you, and I pick tomatoes in the grocery store.”
“It is imperative that FEMA helps communities quickly respond to wildfires and increase their resilience to future wildfire disasters”
“They are picking houses the way you pick tomatoes at the grocery store.”
“Protecting and defending innocent life is and remains important to our Legislature, governor, attorney general and citizens.”

Political Quotes

Nita Lowey

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Nita M. Lowey was a prominent Democratic politician who served as a U.S. Representative for New York's 17th congressional district from 1999 until 2021. She was the first woman to chair the House Appropriations Committee, a position she held from 2019 to 2021, where she played a crucial role in shaping federal budgetary decisions and funding allocations. Throughout her tenure, Lowey was known for her advocacy on issues such as healthcare, education, and women's rights, and she worked to secure funding for various programs benefiting her constituents and communities across the nation.

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Feb 10, 2015

Since 1948, the United States has been a steadfast defender of the State of Israel at the United Nations.

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Feb 10, 2015

No challenge poses a greater threat to future generations than climate change.

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Feb 10, 2015

While we were not alone in responding--and I hope we can discuss the important contributions of the global community and the affected countries themselves--USAID, CDC, and the Department of Defense irrefutably led the charge.

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Feb 10, 2015

I would strongly urge the administration to remain in close communication with this committee about plans for the use of funds.

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Feb 10, 2015

I don't understand why we can't communicate more effectively.

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Feb 10, 2015

We would be in a safer world if we have an agreement that is, clear, that will prevent Iran from having nuclear weapons.

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Feb 10, 2015

More must be done to invest in civil society and to provide alternative livelihoods, education, and opportunities for youth.

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Feb 10, 2015

I hope your efforts include a public diplomacy component that can prevail over the lies of druglords and criminals.

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Feb 10, 2015

Last summer, a humanitarian crisis came to our doorstep, with nearly 70,000 unaccompanied minors fleeing their home.

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Feb 10, 2015

What commitments are the three Presidents prepared to make in terms of enhancing civilian police, providing accountability for any human rights abuses?

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Feb 10, 2015

Can you tell me if you are concerned that slashing funding by nearly half would jeopardize the contributions that heritage areas make to promote job creation and outdoor recreation?

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Feb 10, 2015

Climate change will affect the Department of Defense's ability to defend the nation and pose immediate risk to the United States' national security.

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