John Boehner quotes

Just because you have a right to do something in America does not mean it is the right thing to do. (John Boehner)
I started out mopping floors, waiting tables, and tending bar at my dad's tavern. I put myself through school working odd jobs and night shifts. I poured my heart and soul into a small business. And when I saw how out-of-touch Washington had become with the core values of this great nation, I put my name forward and ran for office. View quote
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And that is why marriage and family law has emphasized the importance of marriage as the foundation of family, addressing the needs of children in the most positive way. View quote
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House Republicans want to pass a strong border security, illegal immigration bill. We want a bill. There is no ifs, ands or buts about it. View quote
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The value of the majority lies not in the opportunity to wield great power, but in the chance to use power to do great things. View quote
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And we can celebrate when we have a government that has earned back the trust of the people it serves... when we have a government that honors our Constitution and stands up for the values that have made America, America: economic freedom, individual liberty, and personal responsibility. View quote
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Well, any good comeback needs some true believers. View quote
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Working Americans who believe in our country and who believe in our Constitution are saying, 'Enough is enough!' View quote
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We have no stronger ally anywhere in the world than Israel. View quote
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Studies show that children best flourish when one mom and one dad are there to raise them. View quote
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This resolution simply says Israel has the right to defend itself. This includes conducting operations both inside its borders and in the territory of nations that threaten it, which is in accordance with international law. (John Boehner)
The United States and Israel have a unique relationship based on our mutual commitment to democracy, freedom, and peace. Therefore, just as our commitment to these principles must be steadfast, so must our support for Israel. View quote
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While 45 of the 50 States have either a State constitutional amendment or a statute that preserves the current definition of marriage, left-wing activist judges and officials at the local levels have struck down State laws protecting marriage. View quote
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Mr. President, the buzz saw that your healthcare bill ran into wasn't lobbyists and special interests it was tens of millions of American's who were saying, 'Stop!' View quote
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I grew up in a big family. You have to learn to get along with each other... get things done as a family. View quote
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Listen, you only tease the ones you love. View quote
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If ifs and buts were candy and nuts, it would be Christmas everyday. View quote
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What we really expect out of the Democrats is for them to treat us as they would like to have been treated. View quote
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I leave with no regrets or burdens. If anything, I leave as I started; just a regular guy humbled by the chance to do a big job. View quote
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Stem cell research must be carried out in an ethical manner in a way that respects the sanctity of human life. View quote
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Spending time with America's soldiers is always inspiring. (John Boehner)
We hope President Obama will now respect the will of the people, change course, and commit to making the changes they are demanding. To the extent he is willing to do this, we are ready to work with him. View quote
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House and Senate Republicans are now united in adopting earmark bans. We hope President Obama will follow through on his support for an earmark ban by pressing Democratic leaders to join House and Senate Republicans in taking this critical step to restore public trust. View quote
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Each and every day, Israel's very existence is at stake. View quote
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During the 1990s, world leaders looked at the mounting threat of terrorism, looked up, looked away, and hoped the problem would go away. View quote
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