Political Quotes

I call up my amendment No. 299 and ask that it be reported by number. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report. The senior assistant executive clerk read as follows: The Senator from Rhode Island [Mr. REED] proposes an amendment…

America has the strongest, most capable military in the world. But firing uniformed leaders as a type of political loyalty test... erodes the trust and professionalism that our servicemembers require to achieve their missions.

Every Democrat voted for the amendment; all but two Republicans voted against it.

Mr. President, the rhetoric of Donald Trump and Republicans on the budget is all over the map. Here is what is important to know. Republicans want $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, primarily for the richest Americans, paid for with sharp cuts in…