Political Quotes

“the American people want a tough crime bill to catch criminals, ensure their prosecution, and guarantee substantial and commensurate sentencing for their crimes. This crime bill delivers what they want. But Americans do not want simple vengeance. They want tough anti-crime measures so that their communities might return to peace and order. They want a crime bill that addresses their entire social climate. This bill does just that. It bolsters the rights of crime victims. It strengthens penalties for violence against women and children. It provides for programs to track child abusers. It toughens penalties for hate crimes. It cracks down on drunk drivers. And perhaps most importantly, it funds the hiring of 50,000 new officers specifically for community policing programs. Crimes of all types have eroded the quality of daily life in our Nation. This crime bill aims to reverse that erosion. It is tough, it is smart and it aims to strengthen our communities.”