Political Quotes

“the President and our congressional leadership have suggested that we are in this effort for the long haul. They have pointed out that we are in the equivalent of war, that we were attacked on September 11, not unlike Pearl Harbor. We have been urged, I think, in our efforts to reach out to the American people. I am saddened that we are today turning our back on the bipartisanship, on working together, in terms of doing our best that these times demand. My colleague just pointed out the lunacy of the proposal that is brought before us, that is too big for the White House in economic stimulus. It has very little direct aid to those most in need. It has huge benefits for a few corporate giants, with no requirement that this be tied back to economic stimulus. But my concern is why are we settling in this time of urgency for a return to partisanship and divisiveness? This bill is not our best. I urge Congress to not give up so soon.”