We may be a nation of Democrats, Independents, and Republicans, but first and foremost we are all human beings and Americans.
Emanuel CleaverCongress is unable to do the work of the American people because too many politicians believe that compromise means capitulation.
Emanuel CleaverOne thing I've learned - and I've said this to Republicans and Democrats - is, bees cannot sting and make honey at the same time. They have to make a choice. Either they are going to be a stinger or a honey-maker, and I contend that honey is a symbol of legislation and, the nuclear language used by members is the stinger, and you can't do both.
Emanuel Cleaver