Quotes by Dennis Hastert

About Dennis Hastert:

John Dennis "Denny" Hastert is an American politician, lobbyist, and member of the Republican Party who was the 59th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, serving from 1999 to 2007. He represented Illinois's 14th congressional district for twenty years, 1987 to 2007. He is the longest-serving Republican Speaker of the House in history.
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Trade creates jobs and lifts people out of poverty. And when that happens, societies stabilize and grow. And there is nothing like a stable society to fight terrorism and strengthen democracy, freedom and rule of law.

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You can't jam change down the American people's throat.

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When Medicare was created for senior citizens and America 's disabled in 1965, about half of a senior's health care spending was on doctors and the other half on hospitals.

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At the end of the day, my hope is that when the new Medicare- Prescription Drug Law gets up and fully running a lot more seniors will pay a whole lot less than they do today for their much-needed medications.

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President Reagan was a leader at a time when the American people most needed leadership. He outlined a vision that captured the imagination of the free world, a vision that toppled the Communist empire and freed countless millions.

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Death just shouldn't be a taxable event.

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What makes America great is that we can come together during times of national tragedy.

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Cagey trial lawyers have figured out there's a pretty good likelihood their case - no matter what its merit - will literally get its day in court because of favorable judges.

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The federal government seeks to control and regulate the Internet, but the last thing this Congress should be doing is trying to stifle public debate online.

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Just like families must live within their budgets, the Federal Government must live within its means. We have passed appropriations bills that have been fiscally responsible while recognizing our national priorities.

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You know, when companies who have made a commitment and have legacy costs and all of a sudden want to walk away from that commitment and lay it on the federal government, that's a problem. It's a fiscal problem for us.

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We want to make sure that Social Security is fixed for those people who have had that promise and there's something in the future for our younger workers. And we're not about to do a welfare program.

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Our world has evolved and grown more technologically savvy. Lawmakers need to adjust to these changes.

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Unfortunately, opponents of online speech have decided to punish our changing technological world.

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America's economy is resilient, and I am confident that Republican pro-growth policies will continue to keep our economy growing - just as it has since after the September 2001 terrorist attacks.

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It's estimated for every $1 billion we spend on road construction, nearly 48,000 jobs are created.

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Too many employers have said that they are unable to find skilled workers.

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Our economy is creating jobs and giving businesses the conditions they need to invest and succeed.

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You see, we all want the same things. We want to be able to take care of our families, provide for our children, to have a roof over our heads and a good-paying job.

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The Tort Tax adds to the cost of everything we buy because businesses and manufacturers have to cover themselves and their employees - just in case they get sued by a greedy personal injury lawyer.

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Author Bio

  • NameDennis Hastert
  • DescriptionAmerican politician: U.S. Speaker of the House
  • AliasesDenny Hastert; John Dennis Hastert
  • BornJanuary 2, 1942
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionPolitician; Teacher
  • AwardsOrder Of The Rising Sun, 1st Class; Grand Cross Of The Order Of The Oak Crown