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“Nothing affects people's lives who go in and out of New York more than their commute. It is unavoidable, and it must be done every day.”
“When you're on the floor of the House of Representatives in the Democratic caucus, I like to say it feels like New Jersey. You have all different opinions, you have all different ideas.”
“Justice Ginsburg is a shining example of how one person can impact our world and truly make a difference. May her memory be a blessing.”
“I served as a Russian policy officer in the U.S. Navy and worked to implement our nuclear agreements with the Russian Federation.”
“It's critical that we engage the federal scientific community to further our understanding of COVID-19 as we work to keep communities safe and reduce the spread of the virus.”
“Federal research is vital to the innovation that drives our local economy and global competitiveness.”
“We must stand up to anti-Semitism at home and abroad.”
“Harmful Algal Blooms are a serious environmental and economic threat to New Jersey.”
“I have four kids.”
“The National Guardsmen and women in New Jersey have been on the front lines of our fight against COVID-19.”
“I have spent my life fighting for our country and our values. When those values are jeopardized, when our democracy is threatened, I believe it is our responsibility to speak out and demand accountability.”
“The people of New Jersey sent me to Congress because they are tired of partisan gridlock. They want to see our Congress get to work on legislation that will make people's lives better.”
“We must remember both the sacrifices and service of the Greatest Generation who secured freedom and prosperity for our world, as well as the horrors and lessons of the Holocaust.”
“I want my kids to grow up in a world where everybody gets a fair shot.”
“Long-standing bipartisan support for Israel in Congress is grounded in our common values and shared security interests.”
“If I just said, 'I'm a helicopter pilot and a federal prosecutor' they might think I've served my country, I'm experienced. If I say, 'And I'm a mom,' they think I get it. 'She's a working mom. That's tough.'”
“I left the Navy as a lieutenant after spending almost 10 years as a helicopter pilot.”
“I believe it is my responsibility as a member of Congress to ensure that I protect our country from any and all threats.”
“I've always felt like in a democracy - this is how I was raised - that as a citizen, it's your duty to work hard for the agenda of the country.”