“At a time when we are facing threats from nations such as North Korea ...” — Ellen Tauscher Quote

“At a time when we are facing threats from nations such as North Korea and Iran, and attempting to convince others such as India and Pakistan to become responsible nuclear powers, it is vital that America reclaims the leadership we once had on arms control.”

“Rather than showing themselves to be an ally to the middle class by ending the AMT or repealing it for years to come, my Republican colleagues refused to include it in today's legislation and America's middle class will surely suffer that choice greatly.”

“When we talk about fighting for our country, we're talking about our vote, our vote is our arms.”

“I have always been a firm believer in the longstanding American principle of having the right to bear arms and I will remain committed to see that this freedom is not infringed upon, revoked, or limited in any way.”

“I want my word to be up to the scale of the feat of arms performed by the Russian soldier.”