Political Quotes

Ron Wyden: “The key in 1986 was of course the presidential bully pulpit”

On the recordFebruary 13, 2012
The key in 1986 was of course the presidential bully pulpit
Said by
Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Wyden emphasizes the importance of presidential support for tax reform.

Share

More from Ron Wyden

Oct 10, 2026

Flock’s AI surveillance cameras have sparked a nationwide backlash against unnecessary government intrusion into Americans’ lives.

wyden.senate.gov
Oct 10, 2026

These unsung heroes deserve recognition for their tireless efforts to keep our communities safe and healthy, and I’m honored to be leading this effort in Congress.

wyden.senate.gov
Oct 10, 2026

Community health workers are the backbone of rural and underserved communities.

wyden.senate.gov
Oct 8, 2026

This interpretation is wildly inconsistent with the longstanding treatment of other provisions that use identical or near-identical language.

wyden.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation