Political Quotes

Bill Lee: “Mr. Secretary, I think, because of what you just said, we are making progress, why would we pull back now and reduce our…”

On the recordFebruary 26, 2019
Mr. Secretary, I think, because of what you just said, we are making progress, why would we pull back now and reduce our contribution to PEPFAR and the Global Fund, when in fact the American people want us to succeed, and every report that we have, shows that if we pull back, the infection rates will increase and we won't succeed?
Said by
Bill Lee
Republican · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Lee questions cuts to health funding despite progress in combating infections.

Share

More from Bill Lee

Oct 1, 2026

Carrying out a lawfully imposed sentence is among the State’s most serious responsibilities, and the people of Tennessee expect it to be done in a manner that is not only legal and constitutional, but is effective.

theguardian.com
Oct 2, 2026

The people of Tennessee have determined that the death penalty is the appropriate penalty for the most heinous crimes in the state.

npr.org
Oct 2, 2026

It’s a tragedy, and it’s deeply disturbing that that has happened in this state. The people deserve better than that.

theguardian.com
Oct 2, 2026

It’s exactly why we will have a thorough, comprehensive review of what happened, so that we can know the answers that so many people want.

tennesseelookout.com

Other voices in this conversation