Arlen Specter
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Arlen Specter was a prominent American politician who served as a U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania for 30 years, from 1981 to 2011. Originally a member of the Republican Party, he switched to the Democratic Party in 2009. During his tenure, Specter was known for his moderate positions and played a key role in various significant legislative efforts, including judicial nominations and health care reform. He was involved in high-profile hearings, including those related to the 9/11 attacks and the confirmation of Supreme Court justices.
Dec 1, 1997
I ask unanimous consent privilege be granted to Yvonne Byrne of my staff for the duration of the debate on this bill.
Dec 1, 1997
I urge my colleagues to support the important steel resolution offered by Senator Specter.
Dec 1, 1997
I believe that this Congress should assist USTR in moving this agenda forward.
Dec 1, 1997
I have sought recognition to express the view that Congress should make our inquiry into possible impeachment of President Clinton as bipartisan as possible, nonpartisan, fair, and judicious
Dec 1, 1997
I think, would have been subject to no criticism at all had the House moved ahead with an impeachment inquiry, either in a preliminary stage or after the signing in a more formalistic sense to have impeachment hearings.
Dec 1, 1997
I urge my colleagues to vote in favor--I believe there is going to be a motion to table--I urge my colleagues to vote in favor of the motion to table the Kennedy amendment which will increase the minimum wage by 19 percent.
Dec 1, 1997
I think the American people will demand and are entitled to that kind of bipartisanship.
Dec 1, 1997
The Senator from Minnesota, the Senator from Illinois, and the Senator from Massachusetts I think are looking at the wrong numbers.
Dec 1, 1997
I think it is very important that there be a real effort on the part of Republicans, because we Republicans are in control, to not press for every bit of advantage.
Dec 1, 1997
I believe that the proceedings in the House were off to a good start when there was a vote of 363-33 to release the Starr report, with about two-thirds of the Democrats voting in favor of a release of the report.
Dec 1, 1997
I believe the proponents of this amendment and of the underlying concept have greatly oversimplified the issue.
Dec 1, 1997
I have sought recognition today to offer a bipartisan Senate concurrent resolution addressing the current steel import crisis, which has been brought about due to the Asian and Russian financial crisis
Dec 1, 1997
the Senator from Massachusetts is trying to help through an increase in minimum wage, he is hurting by stopping the reform of bankruptcy.
May 25, 1994
I would like to make a very brief comment on a very important hearing which was held this morning in the Subcommittee on Education, Health, Human Services and Labor with Chairman Senator Harkin and myself on the issue of teenage pregnancy …
May 25, 1994
In considering the nomination of Mr. Samuel W. Brown to be the Ambassador to CSCE, I have reflected on the latitude which ought to be accorded the President in making this decision for the ambassadorship, reflecting as well on the…
May 24, 1994
I have sought recognition to oppose the nomination of Mr. Samuel W. Brown, Jr., and not to oppose the nomination of Mr. Derek Shearer. I believe that the broadest latitude ought to be allowed the President in his selection of Ambassadors…
May 24, 1994
I am circulating a letter today asking Secretary Perry to personally review what the Navy did, because those matters are now pending. I believe that there ought to be agreement by the Department of Defense to have the navy yard issue…
May 10, 1994
I had the occasion yesterday to visit the University of Pennsylvania and to observe the results of scientific research, which are very heartening and which show the value of appropriations by the Congress of the United States for the…
May 10, 1994
I can assure those who are concerned about this kind of research that the Subcommittee of Appropriations on Labor, Health, Human Services and Education will be giving very serious consideration to the appropriations for NIH which will…
May 5, 1994
In summary, Madam President, I think it is a day for complimenting the participants, but a day also to be wary as to what the future will hold. I compliment President Clinton and Secretary of State Christopher for their contribution. The…
Apr 20, 1994
I am voting against the resolution to eliminate the parking for Senators and others at National Airport because, despite my concern about the appearance of special treatment, the reserved parking saves taxpayers' money. I have introduced…
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