Political Quotes

Bernie Sanders: The reality is that unlike the weatherization program, which is well distributed to all 50 States, the lion's share of…

On the recordJune 15, 2000
The reality is that unlike the weatherization program, which is well distributed to all 50 States, the lion's share of fossil fuel research money goes to relatively few States. In fact, over 50 percent of the designated funds goes to four States, while 38 percent of that money goes to two States. This amendment is good environmental policy, it is good public policy, and I urge my colleagues to vote yes on this amendment.
Said by
Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the distribution of fossil fuel research funding during a committee meeting.

Share

More from Bernie Sanders

Aug 19, 2026

We believe that democracy means one person one vote, not billionaires buying elections.

theguardian.com
Aug 27, 2026

Meet your workers at the bargaining table to provide transparency for this closure and reach a fair agreement with Teamsters Local 597.

sanders.senate.gov
Aug 31, 2026

In America, we believe in democracy and the First Amendment. FIGHT BACK.

commondreams.org

Other voices in this conversation