Political Quotes

Ron Wyden: “The President, to his credit, called these bonuses 'shameful'.”

On the recordJanuary 7, 2009
The President, to his credit, called these bonuses 'shameful'.
Said by
Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Wyden acknowledges the President's condemnation of excessive bonuses during the bailout.

Share

More from Ron Wyden

Oct 10, 2026

The White House should make MITRE’s findings public as soon as possible.

wyden.senate.gov
Oct 8, 2026

This is another desperate attempt by a failed president to escape Americans’ revulsion with his failed agenda, amounting to one tank of Trump-inflated gas.

abcnews.com
Oct 10, 2026

As Congress debates solutions to protect our privacy and civil liberties, the MITRE report could provide important information about how these cameras and other surveillance programs are already impacting Americans’ rights.

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

Other voices in this conversation