Ted Deutch

“I have been talking to a lot of people who don't normally vote Democratic - independents and Republicans. They have been voting for Democrats because they think it's important to change the direction America is going.”

“Social media companies must work closely with the U.S. government to ensure their platforms are not being used by terrorist organizations to do harm to our country.”

“I was elected on April 13 and sworn in two days later, so I had no orientation. I had to figure things out as I went along.”

“People can certainly take pride in the fact that there is a Jewish candidate for president who has received delegates and who has run a terrific campaign and still work hard to ensure we elect Hillary Clinton.”

“Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness, and yet so many Americans are left to fight this battle without the coverage, support, and resources they need.”

“Working across the aisle, I helped pass laws exposing business dealings in Iran, cracking down on Iranian human rights abusers, and applying crippling sanctions to Iran's oil and gas industries.”

“So many of us have friends or family who have battled cancer, and we know how important it is to find a cure.”

“I would be concerned if any speech to Congress related any information that's new to the president of the United States.”

“The American people do not want their taxpayer dollars funding any activity that runs counter to the security of our nation or our ally Israel.”

“We need to recognize the opportunity that green jobs present to Florida and to the economy.”

“The Florida Jewish community is incredibly important in the primary and will be that important in the general election as well.”

“For many older Americans who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender, a lifetime of discrimination has undermined their right to a retirement with dignity.”

“I'm proud to support Secretary Clinton.”

“Citizens United opened a door that's frustrated anyone who's looking.”

“Congress has no business telling courts within a state that they are prohibited from considering issues involving a lease for energy development, production, and exploration that has the potential to cause irreparable environmental and economic damage to the Gulf Coast area of that state.”

“We need to move past blame and make sure we are delivering care to our veterans.”

“We know that for children, hunger is especially devastating.”

“What's lost in this whole debate, unfortunately, is that Social Security is not a giveaway where we take money to give to other people. It's a contract with the government... that's worked for 75 years. It's the most successful government program that we've ever had.”

“Given my district, it would not have been right to put together a 99-song playlist and not include Barbra Streisand. She has appeal across several demographics of the district.”

“We need to focus on building up our own nation and creating jobs here at home.”