Russ Feingold

I never reached the point where I really wanted to run for president.

Today and throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the proud history of our Nation's Hispanic community, and we pay tribute to the extraordinary contributions that people of Hispanic heritage have made and continue to make to the…

I cannot support the Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act, CIANA. First, I object to the decision to bring this bill directly to the floor, circumventing the Senate's committee process, and to prevent Senators from offering…

I have listened intently over the past few weeks as the President, members of his Cabinet, and Members of this Chamber have discussed Iraq, the war on terror, and ways to strengthen our national security. For years, now, I have opposed…

I oppose the Military Commissions Act. Let me be clear: I welcomed efforts to bring terrorists to justice. Actually, it is about time. This administration has too long been distracted by the war in Iraq from the fight against al-Qaida. We…

I oppose this deeply flawed trade agreement. When the Senate passed its version of this legislation a few months ago, I noted that one group had said that this trade agreement is as bad as CAFTA, except where it is worse. The Oman trade…

I join the vice chairman of the Intelligence Committee in expressing my concerns about the Committee's inability to conduct oversight of the President's illegal warrantless wiretapping program. Unfortunately, the administration's continued…

Today, our Nation honors the memory of those who were killed in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. We also pay tribute to the heroism of the first responders who selflessly risked, and even gave, their lives in the rescue and…

The African Union is essential to the political and economic development of Africa's diverse community of States. It has become clear that the AU represents a real commitment by its members to establishing a forum for political dialogue…

I will vote against the Pension Protection Act. While there are many constructive provisions in the bill, the package is deeply flawed in at least two respects. First, it will add to our already massive government debt. Thanks in large…

Once again, this body has missed a chance to pass responsible, effective legislation responding to the very real and very pressing energy needs of this country. While there may be pieces of S. 3711 that have merit, I did not support…

I cannot support the Child Custody Protection Act. First, I object to the decision to bring this bill directly to the floor, circumventing the Senate's committee process. I remember when this bill came before the Senate Judiciary Committee…

Section 5 of the bill, which deals with Georgia v. Ashcroft and the Bossier II case, is extremely important. As ranking member of the Judiciary Committee's Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Property Rights, I concur with…

I will make a few remarks, and then I would like to turn to the distinguished ranking member of the committee, my friend, Senator Jeffords, for a few remarks. Then after he has talked, I will offer the amendment. Mr. President, today the…

Winston-Salem Journal: After Hurricane Katrina, to vote with Inhofe and Bond to block reform of the Corps would be downright reckless. The Miami Herald: A bipartisan Senate proposal to overhaul the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers deserves…

Senator Nelson, I am familiar with the excellent peer review system that has been established for the comprehensive Everglades project. In many ways, that peer review system is a model for this amendment. There is nothing in this amendment…

I am deeply troubled that violence in Darfur continues. It is disheartening to learn that the Government of Sudan continues to serve as an obstacle to the deployment of U.N. peacekeeping forces that could bolster the African Union Mission…

Continuing the debate, I appreciate the Senator mentioning my home State of Wisconsin. I think that is an opportunity to quote from one of the leading newspapers in our State, the Wisconsin State Journal. It in the past has not always…

When a bill like this one comes to the floor, especially after 6 years, there are so many people to thank. First, I want to thank the support of my principal cosponsor, the Senator from Arizona, Mr. McCain, who has worked with me since the…

In the Northeast, the New York Times and the Washington Post have been leaders in calling for reform. While some Members will jokingly say they don't read the New York Times or the Washington Post, maybe they have heard of some of the…

As we debate this important legislation regarding stem cell research, we are reminded of the millions of patients and families across America who await treatment and cures for our most deadly and tragic diseases. As of Friday afternoon…

I stand firmly with the people of Israel and their government as they defend themselves against these outrageous attacks. The kidnapping of Israeli soldiers and missile attacks against Israeli citizens are unacceptable and cannot be…

I recently made a brief visit to New Orleans to see for myself where things stand now, not quite 11 months after Hurricane Katrina hit the gulf coast. Katrina, of course, was the first of two major hurricanes to ravage that area last year…

Because all amendments that can be considered to S. 728, the Water Resources Development Act of 2006, had to be filed prior to the bill coming to the floor, I would like to inquire of the bill managers whether or not they would agree with…

I strongly oppose S.J. Res. 12. Make no mistake, we are talking here today about modifying the Constitution of the United States to permit the Government to criminalize conduct that all of us find offensive and wrong, but that is protected…