“I think we can all unequivocally say in 2026, football is not going anywhere.”
“When giant corporations and Wall Street investors buy up all the fire truck manufacturers, it’s a threat to public safety.”
“I want to stop the spread. They are picking homes like you, and I pick tomatoes in the grocery store.”
“It is imperative that FEMA helps communities quickly respond to wildfires and increase their resilience to future wildfire disasters”
“They are picking houses the way you pick tomatoes at the grocery store.”
“Protecting and defending innocent life is and remains important to our Legislature, governor, attorney general and citizens.”

Political Quotes

Adam Smith

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Adam Smith is a U.S. Representative for Washington's 9th congressional district, serving since 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on various legislative efforts, particularly in defense and foreign policy. Throughout his tenure, Smith has been involved in key discussions and initiatives related to national security and military funding, reflecting his commitment to these issues. He has also been an advocate for progressive policies within his district and has worked on legislation addressing economic and social challenges faced by his constituents.

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Apr 25, 2023

the alliance has been unbelievably successful in preserving Ukraine and turning back Russia.

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Apr 25, 2023

we will stand together, we will stand up against Russian aggression, and we will make sure that a sovereign democratic Ukraine remains.

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Apr 25, 2023

We are being successful because of the leadership of the Biden administration, the leadership of NATO, and most importantly because of the courage of the Ukrainian people.

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Apr 25, 2023

Are you satisfied that we're adequately resourced to meet the needs?

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Apr 25, 2023

Looking forward as we're looking at our posture in Europe in light of the changes...

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Apr 25, 2023

It is not only the United States alone. It is the alliance of 31, soon to be 32 members.

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Apr 18, 2023

You know, on the modernization piece, the role of information systems and making sure the JADC2 idea of Joint All-Domain Command and Control, making sure that it is integrated, can you describe a little bit how that challenge is going in…

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Apr 18, 2023

If we are going to deter China, we need to recruit the best and the brightest.

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Apr 18, 2023

An $860 billion budget, roughly, should be enough to defend this country.

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Apr 17, 2023

I believe that we should treat the impact of aviation noise and emissions as environmental justice and health issues.

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Apr 17, 2023

We have to be resolute in our response.

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Apr 17, 2023

Community engagement should be the centerpiece of our response to aviation noise and emissions.

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