Thomas Daschle: “It is obvious we return under very difficult circumstances. Allegations have been made against the President and have…”

“It is obvious we return under very difficult circumstances. Allegations have been made against the President and have been vehemently denied. The legal process continues, flawed as it may be. While the circumstances may be extraordinary, the work of this Government must go on. The American system is uniquely constructed to withstand the winds of controversy and crisis which howl throughout history, and this moment is no exception. Important matters are at hand, dealing with both foreign and domestic policy, and the American people have a right to insist that their leaders continue to give those matters their full attention. Congress has a clear responsibility--a duty and an obligation--to go about our work on behalf of the American people.”