Political Quotes

“They have begun their work and they will examine issues related to your amendment and to other structural missions and compensation of the Guard and Reserve Forces in the coming years. I do not believe this commission, which is underway, should be used as a deterrent for the Senate to consider at this time the Senator's amendment. I point out that the subject he raised, that is intrinsic to this amendment, is under careful study by an extraordinary group of individuals appointed by myself, Senator Levin, our leaders, and others. That will be part of the Record. I yield the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Who yields time?”