Only in Congress
Published Jan 01, 1900
"These are not my figures I'm quoting. They're the figures of someone who knows what he's talking about."
"I think I know more about this bill than I understand."
"Now we've got them right where they want us."
"It takes a real courage to vote against your convictions."
Metaphorically Speaking:
"My colleague is listening with a forked ear."
"If it weren't for the Rural Electric Associations, we farmers would still be watching television by candlelight."
A Simple Misunderstanding: "When I started I was for the bill, but the longer I talk, the more I know I'm against it."
"Before I give you the benefit of my remarks, I'd like to know what we're talking about."
Originally published November 14, 2002.
