Political Quotes

“Madam President, it is good to be back in the Senate. Like a number of my colleagues, after dodging the virus for 2 years, it finally caught up with me last weekend. I spent a week in quarantine and, fortunately, experienced only mild symptoms. I think that is because I was fully vaccinated and boosted and I was glad to have the help of modern science on my side. There is never a good time to be away from our work here in the Senate, but we all have a responsibility to keep those around us safe as well, no matter how inconvenient. Unfortunately, there are reports that our friends across the aisle may be intentionally disregarding that responsibility. I am deeply concerned by published reports that our Democratic colleagues have adopted a ``don't test, don't tell'' policy to ensure full attendance today. Allegedly, they are more concerned about ramming through Senator Manchin's tax hike than following CDC guidelines to protect not only each other but the staff members, the Capitol Police, custodial staff, food service workers, and countless others who keep this institution running. These folks could have any number of other health conditions that could lead to more severe COVID experiences than, for example, I had or they could be caregivers for young children or elderly relatives who have a high risk of serious illness. I sincerely hope these reports are not true.…”