Political Quotes

“I strongly encourage our colleagues to support the Water Resources Development Act and remind our colleagues that behind the national defense of our country... this was the second function of the Federal Government, to meet the basic infrastructure needs of a thankful nation. The natural disasters that we have, flooding, bank stabilization along our riverways and waterways. Very essential function of our Federal Government. Many of these needs are met by the Army Corps of Engineers. Ladies and gentlemen, my father wore the castles of the Army Corps of Engineers on his lapels. They do good work and we are grateful for their service. The Water Resources Development Act meets real needs in real people's lives all across the country. Earlier this year I held a field hearing in northeastern Oklahoma... This is one of those critical functions that we are here to deliver to the people and they are waiting for this bill. Many people. Let us come together today with an overwhelming show of support.”