the Marshall plan is, in clear terms, a precedent for what the policy decisions of our country are, as embraced in the request for this $21 billion and in the future. But there is a clear distinction. The Marshall plan came in years after…

if I might address the comment about letting the State Department do its traditional responsibilities, I am referring to testimony before the House of Representatives on September 30, when the Deputy Secretary of State, Secretary Armitage…

if I might again bring to my colleague's attention the momentum that is presently in the CPA and its achievements. CPA is providing funds through military commanders--I want to point that out--military commanders in the field, coalition…

There is no provision that he continues a direct chain to the Secretary of Defense. That structure, from Bremer right on down through his organization, would now be reporting to the Secretary of State. Am I correct in that?

The decision to establish control of Iraq's reconstruction through the Department of Defense was made because military operations were and are ongoing in Iraq.

might I answer my colleague's very insightful question as to what the Secretary of State has in mind. I have just been in consultation with his office, upon learning of my distinguished colleague's amendment. Very shortly there will be a…

if I could probe my colleague, as I read this, it states very clearly: Provided further, That beginning not later than 60 days after enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Coalition Provisional Authority shall report to and be…

I think that carefully paraphrases what that brilliant strategist and President said. There is no doubt about it. And there will be a time to determine what went right, what did not go according to plan, and such deficiencies, and the…

Well, it's certainly deeper than any of the pictures that we saw from years past. So lucky me, I get the world's biggest snowfall and the worlds, and Baltimore's biggest flood. Next will come the plague of locusts.

I think government has done all it can to prepare. The utilities had made sure that they had briefed us with their contingency plans. They said they were ready. Now they've got to, the utility companies have got to carry out those plans…

Today I've declared a state of emergency for the entire commonwealth. This implements the state emergency operations plan and directs state agencies to take all necessary actions to protect the health of Virginians.

My concern is not just of today; it has been there for some significant period of time. This Senator has pressed the questions on that situation at every opportunity I have had to date. I will also reflect on the personal involvement I…

I rise to address the Senate concerning my concern--I think there are others who feel similarly--about the crisis situation that is rapidly developing in Liberia and the decision framework that has confronted, is confronting, and will…

just a day or so ago the Armed Services Committee, as is its responsibility, held a nearly 4-hour hearing on the nomination of General Abizaid, U.S. Army, for appointment to the grade of full general. Within days, a change of command will…

I acknowledge that, as a body, we have just promoted Captain of the U.S. Navy Mark Ferguson to the rank of admiral. He will receive that promotion in due course. I hope to be present. Many Senators know Mark Ferguson. Perhaps their first…

I am deeply moved this morning, as are Senators all over America today--not only those who are present in the Senate, but so many who have gone on from the Senate to other careers-- about the loss of our distinguished colleague Senator…

I do share with my colleagues two thoughts. I sensed by those colleagues--quite of number--who joined us this morning a heartfelt concern for the men and women of the Armed Forces who, around the clock, 7 days, 7 nights, are in harm's way…

I understand that despite the best efforts of counterparts in the House, Congressmen Wolf, Davis, Moran and Delegate Norton, the House of Representatives has unfortunately approved an FAA reauthorization bill that would increase flights at…

I spoke today with the press about the idea that NATO, if requested, might provide a peacekeeping force to support a cease-fire previously agreed to by the Israeli Government and the Palestinian Authority. NATO peacekeepers would have to…

I want to return to Senator Lott's comment when he said ``Never say never,'' which indicates maybe someday a BRAC procedure. Senator Lott very accurately portrayed the turmoil in the States, the cities, the towns, and the villages where…

I am deeply humbled by Senator Reid's kind remarks. I wish to say, certainly this is not about my own career. I always felt I benefited more from my brief tour of military service than did the military for my service in those days. I tried…

It is always a challenge, Mr. President, to go toe to toe with my distinguished colleague from Mississippi. The citizens are blessed for having such a powerful and respected voice in the Senate. We have had a long and strong relationship…

our committee through the years has addressed this very important amendment. I, too, commend the distinguished Senator from Nevada, who has been the spearhead, together with others, on this issue. He has enumerated others, including…

it is with great pride that I, along with my colleague from Virginia, Mr. Allen, come before you today. I come in support of a resolution submitted by Mr. Allen and myself commemorating the University of Virginia Men's Lacrosse Team, who…

by way of concluding remarks, we have set forth a joint statement which hopefully will be enacted into law. I commend my two colleagues for their work. I don't fully share some of the allegations raised with regard to the suspicions…