Quotes by Arlen Specter

“The events of 9/11, as well as the war in Iraq, require our government to intensify its efforts to combat terrorism.”

“There is no doubt that our nations security and defeating terrorism trump all other priorities.”

“American credibility in the war on terrorism depends on a strong stand against all terrorist acts, whether committed by foe or friend.”

“Effective security measures do not come cheap.”

“My analysis is that we have 62 votes at the present time, and weve got about 15 more people who are thinking it over,”

“You dont have the votes in the House of Representatives to overcome a presidential veto.”

“What is your thinking on the jurisprudence of U.S. v. Lopez and U.S. v. Morrison, which overturned almost 60 years of Congress power under the Commerce Clause?”

“I believe there is substantial doubt as to how he would apply fundamental principles of constitutional law.”

“the hallmark agenda of the judicial activism of the Rehnquist Court.”

“overturned almost 60 years of Congress power under the Commerce Clause.”

Its inspirational to see someone who is dying smile.

My father was an immigrant who literally walked across Europe to get out of Russia. He fought in World War I. He was wounded in action. My father was a great success even though he never had money. He was a very determined man, a great role model.

Americans addiction to sports, with the NFL at the top, is based on the excitement generated by the potential for the unexpected great play which can only happen with honest competition from great athletes.

If you are going to have to play defense all the time, you cannot have the kind of ingenuity, assertiveness, independence, and intelligence which is what has made our country strong.

I think my independence was a big help to getting Judges Roberts and Alito confirmed, and I think thats recognized.

The First Amendment freedom of religion is as important today as when the Bill of Rights was first written.

The best way to reduce the cost of medical care is to reduce the illness.

Theres nothing more important than our good health - thats our principal capital asset.

Strong advocacy for education, health care and worker safety will be indispensable if they are to get their fair share of President Bushs austere budget for the next fiscal year.

The fundamental purpose of government is to protect its citizens.