Political Quotes

“I thank the gentleman for yielding. Article I, section 5 of the United States Constitution states that only a majority can constitute a quorum in order to do the business of the people's House. As a former member of the House Rules Committee, I have a deep appreciation and a commitment to the precedence and procedures of this hallowed body. But under this democratic proxy voting scheme before us today, only 22 House Democrats would need to be present in this Chamber to pass any and every single bill moving forward. This is a forced consolidation of power to a select few insiders, and it simply does not reflect the values of our constitution, our history, and our Nation. The constituents of my Washington's Fourth Congressional District did not vote for their Representative to simply defer to a proxy and shirk the duties of serving as a U.S. Representative. Mr. Speaker, the American people deserve more, and I urge a ``no'' vote on this terribly ill-advised and unconstitutional resolution. Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. I insert in the Record an April 14 AP news article entitled, ``Wisconsin Assembly OKs Virus Bill in First Virtual Session.'' [From the Associated Press, April 14, 2020] Wisconsin Assembly OKs Virus Bill in First Virtual Session (By Todd Richmond) Madison, Wis.…”