I repeat, we must restore their faith in this historic and honorable institution. I hope today will set a standard for a more cooperative, more idea-driven process in which our first and highest consideration is always the people's business. I urge all of my colleagues to vote ``yes'' on these historic rules on this historic day.
Richard K. Armey: “I repeat, we must restore their faith in this historic and honorable institution. I hope today will set a standard for a…”
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Addressing the need for cooperation and integrity in the legislative process.
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