Political Quotes

James Quillen

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American politician (1916-2003)

May 2, 1995

Consumption of energy has grown at almost twice the rate of the growth of the population, and it is critical that we pursue the potential of alternative sources of energy such as hydrogen to address our long-term energy needs. The Hydrogen…

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May 19, 1994

Mr. Speaker, I urge adoption of the rule. If Members sat in the chair back in the district that I sit in, they would hear from claimants for black lung who have waited 5 or 10 years for benefits. And they beat around the mulberry bush. It…

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May 12, 1994

I am a strong supporter of all of these programs, and I support the conference report. ... But not this time, Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to vote against this rule. The rule waives all points of order, but it does not specify which…

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May 5, 1994

I rise in opposition to the bill itself. I think it will be another foot in the door if it passes to do away with all guns, any brand, any kind whatsoever. I think the American people are entitled by the second amendment of the…

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Mar 23, 1994

Ever since the Supreme Court ruled that you could not read your Bible or say prayers in school, I have fought religiously to get that changed. And I think the conference report language does not go far enough. We should revert back to what…

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