Alfonse M. D'Amato

“Power is not a toy we give to good children. It is a weapon. And it is dangerous.”

“The worst thing that can happen in a democracy—as well as in an individual's life—is to become cynical, helpless and pessimistic.”

“Some people have said that I can be a formidable adversary. I think that's a compliment.”

“This is a big country. You can't run it from Washington.”

“I will not be silent.”

“I'm a fighter. I've always been a fighter.”

“We need a president who is not afraid to say, 'Yes, I made a mistake.'”

“I am a Republican, a conservative, but I am a New Yorker first.”

“My job is to represent the people of New York. And I'm going to do that.”

“The first thing I want to do is create a better business climate in New York State.”

“I've been called a lot of things. But I've never been called a quitter.”

“The American people are not just looking for a tax cut. They're looking for a leader.”