Political Quotes

“Certainly from that standpoint, that alone would give everyone a basis on which to cast a vote in favor of this nomination. For those who are concerned about Senator Ashcroft's nomination, it is important to remember that once John Ashcroft is confirmed as our next Attorney General, he will serve at the pleasure of the President. This time honored phrase, ``At the pleasure of the President,'' has been used by Presidents throughout American history to show the American people that the President is the final arbiter of accountability for his Cabinet members. And, also, I'd like to remind my colleagues in the Senate, and more broadly the American people, of the promises John Ashcroft has made and the oath that he will take. John Ashcroft has promised to every American that he will uphold the law of the land whether he disagrees with such a law or not. Once confirmed as Attorney General, John Ashcroft will raise his right hand and swear to uphold the law of the land. When John Ashcroft makes a promise that he will uphold the law of the land, and when he takes that oath of office to uphold the law of the land, I take him at his word.”