Political Quotes

“I regret that due to responsibilities in my congressional district that today I was unable to vote on H.R. 1376, ``Tax Benefits to American Military personnel in Yugoslavia.'' If I were able to vote on H.R. 1376 I would have voted in favor of this important bill. This bill which provides tax relief to our brave servicemen and servicewomen is the least we can do for our soldiers who are putting their lives on the line in service of our country. It is my hope and belief that this bill will be approved quickly by the Congress and signed by the President so that we can give a little back to the men and women who are giving our nation so much.”