Quotes from John Boehner


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Listen, you only tease the ones you love.


No, let's make sure that people understand that this is a very important war that is helping to protect us here at home. And that we have no choice but to win it. As difficult as it is.


And we can celebrate when we have a government that has earned back the trust of the people it serves... when we have a government that honors our Constitution and stands up for the values that have made America, America: economic freedom, individual liberty, and personal responsibility.


I'm what you'd call a regular guy with a big job.


The job of training an Iraqi police force is one of the most important tasks being undertaken in Operation Iraqi Freedom. It is also one of the most difficult.


Our freedoms were born in the ideals of the Enlightenment and the musket fires of an historic revolution.


Working Americans who believe in our country and who believe in our Constitution are saying, 'Enough is enough!'


We can continue to make significant strides in the scientific community by exploring new stem cell research methods that do not include destroying human embryos.


The American people are screaming at the top of their lungs to Washington, 'Stop! Stop the spending, stop the job-killing policies.' And yet, Democrats in Washington refuse to listen to the American people.


We hope President Obama will now respect the will of the people, change course, and commit to making the changes they are demanding. To the extent he is willing to do this, we are ready to work with him.


Spending time with America's soldiers is always inspiring.


I grew up in a big family. You have to learn to get along with each other... get things done as a family.


Studies show that children best flourish when one mom and one dad are there to raise them.


I started out mopping floors, waiting tables, and tending bar at my dad's tavern. I put myself through school working odd jobs and night shifts. I poured my heart and soul into a small business. And when I saw how out-of-touch Washington had become with the core values of this great nation, I put my name forward and ran for office.


Stem cell research must be carried out in an ethical manner in a way that respects the sanctity of human life.


House Republicans want to pass a strong border security, illegal immigration bill. We want a bill. There is no ifs, ands or buts about it.


Every family in America knows they have to do a budget. Every small business in America knows they have to do a budget. Every local government, every state, knows they have to do a budget.


And that is why marriage and family law has emphasized the importance of marriage as the foundation of family, addressing the needs of children in the most positive way.


Before the trip began we mapped out three primary goals: 1) to see and meet with our American troops, and thank them for their bravery and sacrifice; 2) to assess the security situation in Iraq; and 3) to give our support to Iraq's national unity government.


Well, any good comeback needs some true believers.