Political Quotes

“speaking in opposition to the Perry nomination, I would say this: We need an Energy Secretary for the 21st century, one who will help protect us by fighting for an electricity grid that will make our entire Internet economy more reliable and safe from cyber attacks. We need someone who is invested in an energy efficiency strategy that will save our businesses money and make them competitive. The last two Presidents made energy efficiency a key priority-- President Bush by advocating for plug-in vehicles and energy efficiency legislation and President Obama, who made a major investment in the smart grid and made energy efficiency and creating clean energy jobs a top priority for the Nation. Governor Perry has not committed to those same principles, to move us forward into the 21st century energy economy. We don't want this part of our economy to be left behind to our international competitors. I encourage my colleagues to oppose his nomination. The PRESIDING OFFICER. All time is expired. The question is, Will the Senate advise and consent to the Perry nomination?”