02/06/2012
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"The idea that the world's surviving superpower cannot afford to back up its diplomatic efforts is to me a reckless thought, an unacceptable thought."
"We need a vibrant foreign affairs policy. However, that policy needs to be one that is prudent with the American taxpayer's money."
"I would hope that, upon reflection, Members of Congress here in the House would reconsider the cuts that we made to the continuing resolution in the 150 Function."
"I am struck by the fact that, just a few weeks ago, here in the House of Representatives, the United States Congress, sadly, from my point of view, significantly slashed the 150 Function of the budget..."