Political Quotes

“There is no one in this House that has been more focused on the problems of gangs and has talked about it more than Chairman Wolf. So when he says that this is a matter he is concerned about, he has shown that over the years. This is an important effort. It is a program that, if we can find a way to fund it, we should. My colleague, who served as mayor of one of America's great cities and is now a Member of the Congress, is right to point this out. I look for an opportunity where, perhaps as we move to complete this bill in conference, we can see if there are other resources available. I think in the offset there probably is some wiggle room, but we need to pay a little bit closer attention to it. So I rise in support of the gentleman's amendment, but I may have some concerns about the offset. And whatever the result of the amendment, you have heard the chairman say--and I join in--that we would be glad to work with you on this effort. Thank you for offering the amendment. I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Rhode Island (Mr. Cicilline). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the noes appeared to have it.”