Patrick Leahy

“The PATRIOT Act is a legislative symbol of fear. It is a legislative symbol of giving up our liberties.”

“We have to be the best global citizens we can be.”

“The right to privacy is a fundamental right. It is a right that is essential to our liberty.”

“The First Amendment is the cornerstone of our democracy.”

“We need a Supreme Court that is not going to be a rubber stamp for the executive branch.”

“The protection of civil liberties is not a partisan issue.”

“Let's be very clear: The sanctions are not targeted at the people of Iran.”

“The Internet has been the most powerful democratizing tool in human history.”

“The freedom of the press is a precious right, and it is a right that we must defend.”

“Climate change is real. It is happening right now. It is the most urgent threat facing our entire species.”

“When we talk about national security, we're talking about the safety of our country, the safety of our families, the safety of our children.”

“A budget is a statement of priorities.”

“We cannot and we will not negotiate with terrorists.”

“We have to make sure that the people who are making the decisions are accountable to the people who are affected by those decisions.”