Guess quote

Tom Graves [1970-0] American

Rank: 102
Politician, U.S. Representative

John Thomas "Tom" Graves, Jr. is the U.S. Representative for Georgia's 14th congressional district, serving since winning a special election for Georgia's 9th congressional district in 2010. He is a member of the Republican Party.

Leadership, Government

Quote	Tags	Rank
Let's make it simple: Government control means uniformity, regulation, fees, inspection, and yes, compliance.	Government	101
From day one, my focus as a new-breed appropriator was to look for areas where we could save taxpayer dollars.		102
I think it's possible to have a conservative serve in a cardinal position, a subcommittee chair position, and be very effective.		103
If there is wasteful spending, I will not support it.		104
Planned Parenthood is absolutely wasteful spending.		105
I vote my conscience first and my constituents next, regardless of the direction of our leadership.	Leadership	106
We're representing our districts. I make decisions on my district.		107
When you have a blueprint doesn't mean you can't add another room.		108
The easy way out is to increase taxes.		109
When I make decisions, it's not based on what the Republican Party does. I'm elected by the 9th congressional district.		110
There's one thing to say about John Boehner. He's a fighter. He does fight. And if there is somebody you want in the foxhole with you, it's going to be John Boehner.		111
I'm just a country boy from north Georgia, and I have three children and a wonderful wife. And when I look at my three children, who are 8, 11, and 12, and they really represent the faces and the future of the children all across my congressional district, and what the Tea Party stands for is not extremism; it's about their future.		112
We've had years and years and years of compromises, and that's led to $14 trillion in debt.		113
We are united around a simple goal, and that is keeping the government open while protecting our constituents from the harmful effects of Obamacare.		114
We need to make every effort to ensure Obamacare is never implemented.		115
I've traveled the country advocating for the Fair Tax, along with Herman Cain, Neal Boortz, and John Linder.		116
We must seize the moment and permanently delay the entire law. Congress can do this. We control the purse strings and can protect taxpayers from funding Obamacare.		117
Speaker Boehner has said many times that the House of Representatives is the closest institution to the people, and he recognizes that by empowering the members to have direct input into the process.		118
I'm a very results-oriented person. I want to see us move the ball forward.		119
We can either build on the greatness of America or we can fade off into history.		120
Rather than negotiating yet another continuing resolution at the last minute, the appropriations process should work as it was originally designed, with appropriations bills passing the House and the Senate and being signed into law by the president, after robust debate, with a process for amendments.		121
The Transportation Empowerment Act paves the way for better roads, easier commutes, and more family time.		122
It is about the American people. When something is not ready, it is not working, it is not right, then we owe it to them to do the right thing and say, 'Let's hold.'		123
The cost of airline tickets will never be transparent as long as the Department of Transportation requires airlines to hide taxes, surcharges, and fees from consumers.		124
If the goal of the DOT's rule is to prevent companies from deceiving passengers about the total cost of their ticket, why is the department mandating that airlines hide the taxes, surcharges and government fees in the fine print?		125
I thought it was a joke at first, but the president did, in fact, authorize an autopen to sign the Patriot Act extension into law. Consider the dangerous precedent this sets. Any number of circumstances could arise in the future where the public could question whether or not the president authorized the use of an autopen.		126
As an already high-demand, low-density military asset, we cannot afford to lose the JSTARS's BMC2/ISR unparalleled capability.		201
As the nation's attention turns from Washington politics to the Obamacare disaster, Democrats will have no choice but to reconsider our fair and reasonable proposals to delay the law.		202
I intend to vote against authorizing the president to use military force in Syria. The Obama Administration has not provided a clear or convincing strategy for inserting our military into the conflict. I am also deeply concerned about the extent to which al-Qaeda-affiliated terrorists are involved in the rebellion.		203
What I owe the Tea Party is to be the conservative voice they elected me to be.		204
Our responsibility is to focus on the House. The Senate's the Senate.		205
The Internet free marketplace is defined by fierce competition. And that competition has transformed the world with innovation, investment, and what we need most of all right now: jobs.		206
We've been most successful when we stand for, unified, behind what we believe philosophically and policywise.		207
Work hard to do what's right, keep our future generation in focus and the future of our country in focus.		208
Our objectives are clear. Let's keep the government open and protect our constituents.		209
You combine the Tea Party along with our support with the Republican base and grassroots, and it makes for a winning combination.		210
I represent the 9th Congressional District of Georgia. I'm their voice.		211
There should not be a micro-managing of terminology with the Library of Congress.		212
Time and time again, the Obama Administration has shown the American people it's willing to abuse the power of the Oval Office. Congress should absolutely not relinquish more power.		213
We are accountable for each other.		214
Rather than do his job and agree to take responsible measures to get our government's finances in order, President Obama continues playing on the emotions and fears of the American people.		215
As the White House doors are slammed in the face of the average American, I want to know if they will still swing wide open for Hollywood and the liberal elite. Will Jay-Z and Beyonce still get to stop by for a tour, or will they be denied like those who aren't rich and famous?		216
What's great about our leadership is they welcome other ideas.	Leadership	217
I'm not one who wants to micromanage the Capitol Police whatsoever. However, if they see or feel that there are some greater opportunities to provide the same, if not better, safety and security for folks, I think Capitol Police should explore all those options - but not just focus that from a cost perspective.		218
I am confident that the Defense Department understands JSTARS is a major priority for Congress and will complete the process of updating the JSTARS fleet in a timely manner.		219
I think it's fair to say that there's a lot of conversations between House members and Senate members on a regular basis, and I think that's what our constituents would expect, is to have bicameral conversations throughout the process.		220
I guess I was always in awe at the amount of energy that surrounds Washington, D.C. My experience in coming up before was that it was a very, very busy place.		221
Realizing the responsibility I've been entrusted with... it's humbling. Very humbling.		222
I had visited Congressman Deal before, but I never thought I'd be sitting on the other side of the desk.		223
I do not wish harm on our constituents.		224
I'm confident that Senate Republicans will put up a very strong and valiant effort to continue doing what we're united around.		225

The script ran 0.009 seconds.