“The notion of American exceptionalism is effective in part because the...” — Russ Feingold Quote

“The notion of American exceptionalism is effective in part because there is little on the face of it that is offensive.”

“This has not been a legislative process worthy of the Senate. Members of the Judiciary Committee, as I just said, were implored to save their amendments for the floor. Then, when we got here, we were told no amendments could be accepted.”

“Health care for all Americans is the most pressing domestic issue today. It's far past time for the President and Congress to deliver health care to everyone.”

“What is the harm of doing the right thing? What is the harm of doing our job as legislators and making sure we do not stick the entire bankruptcy community with these provisions that do not make any sense?”

“We need to get rid of the Federal Elections Commission. It's a joke. It doesn't enforce the law.”

“Most of my town hall meetings had always been love fests, and some of my guys used to complain: 'I'd like for somebody to yell at you a bit.'”

“As humans, we're going to make mistakes. It's what makes us human, and most of the time, the most effective way of learning is from a mistake.”

“What my parents taught me was that the hallmark of a thriving democracy was an effective and respectful police force.”

“The most effective prayers are usually the simple prayers.”

“We can't do without government, but we do need it to be more effective.”

“I'm not against working out. It's just not effective for weight loss. I like strength training to tone and firm the body so you look tight. But working out just makes you hungrier.”

“I always try to be reasonable and effective.”