Political Quotes

“I thank the distinguished Senator for his comments. He also deserves credit. We worked very closely together on this schedule and everything else to make sure all people were heard, as the Senate completes its work on this historic legislation, I want to recognize Senators and staff members who were instrumental to our effort. Senator Durbin, who has championed the DREAM Act for many years, deserves special recognition. I commend him as the Senate approves his hard-fought effort that is included in this bill. Senator Durbin has helped to bring these compelling stories out of the shadows. He has been dedicated to the young people who will be helped by his legislation, like Gaby Pacheco. These brave and patriotic DREAMers have inspired all of us who support the bill's passage. Senator Schumer's tenacity and commitment to this effort should be commended. He worked hard to build bipartisan support and was relentless in his advocacy for passage. Senator Menendez fought hard to protect the principles that make this legislation something we can be proud of. Senator Bennett and Senator Feinstein were committed to our agreement between agricultural workers and employers that is fair and that will help America's farmers and farm workers. Senator McCain, Senator Flake, Senator Graham, and Senator Rubio bravely led the Republican Senators throughout this process. I appreciate that their leadership has been a challenge in their caucus.…”