Nancy Pelosi Quotes

Well, I think you do have to admire Nancy Pelosi.

A statesman is a politician who’s been dead ten or fifteen years.

I have a great deal of respect and affinity for Tammy Duckworth; she's a seatmate of mine. She's got heart, soul; she's a war hero.

I feel bound to respect Ronald Reagan, as every American should - not least because he chose a career of public service when he could have made a lot more money doing something else, and not least because he took genuine risks for peace.

I see myself as an old man and an unqualified teacher to the nation. I think being a teacher is probably the most important thing you can be in politics.

I have, as you know, the utmost respect for President Obama as a person.

The President of the United States should strive to be always mindful of the fact that he serves his party best who serves his country best.

A politician is a man who understands government. A statesman is a politician who's been dead for 15 years.

The political, social, and spiritual impact of the life example set by Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela might be measured in part by the profound and unique gestures made by people in different countries to honor his life upon learning of his death.

As the immortal Washington lives endeared and engraven on the hearts of every white in America, never to be forgotten in time -- even such is the immortal Philip honored, as held in memory by the degraded but yet graceful descendants who appreciate his character.

I've tried to say that I admire and respect Sen. Obama. He has accomplished great things, and he has motivated people, and so - and he loves his country, just as I do.

I have a world of respect for Congressman Dold and the service he's given to our country.

I think it's very important to allow people into Ted Kennedy. Thousands of people lined the streets the day of his funeral.

I have known Senator Rubio for a number of years, and he is an inspiring, courageous, and bold leader who embodies the American dream of freedom and equal opportunity for all.

I think Senator Marco Rubio was a very good speaker of the House, has been a very good senator.

As a politician, I worked very, very hard in order to maintain the unity of our country. That was my aim.

I think Paul Ryan would make a great speaker. And people like him are the kinds of people that we need.

I have great respect for Senator Cochran and the years of service he gave to Mississippi and the nation. I'll do my best to measure up to the standard he set as public servant - and as a pianist.

I am saddened to hear of the passing of William 'Bill' J. Hughes, former U.S. Representative and Ambassador. Mr. Hughes has fought for South Jersey for decades and it is an honor to have known him and followed in his footsteps. South Jersey and the world are better for having had him.

Senator Walsh has a long history of fighting for Montanans, both at home and in combat. He deserves respect for his courage on our behalf.

Anybody who achieves what Malcolm Fraser achieved in his life deserves respect as a quite extraordinary Australian.

Because John McCain stood up, our country is better off. The respect he is given around the world is not because of a teleprompter speech designed to appeal to American critics abroad but because of decades of clearly demonstrated character and statesmanship.

I respect Senator McCain a great deal and believe he has many - many good ideas and suggestions that I would certainly want to avail myself of if I were in a setting that - that required the input of other leaders. Senator McCain would be one of those that I'd want to hear from.

A politician is a man who understands government, and it takes a politician to run a government. A statesman is a politician who's been dead 10 or 15 years.

Anybody who is in a position to serve this country ought to understand the consequences of words.