Famous Quotes and Proverbs

«[Winning his party's nomination in 2000 will be considerably easier for Gore if he can lock up the African-American vote, which accounts for as much as a quarter of the Democratic-primary total. So he is courting the party's most loyal voters at every opportunity. At a time when there is little federal money to spread around, Gore has championed the Administration's empowerment-zone program, which pours millions of dollars into depressed areas like inner Detroit. During the fall campaign, he visited black churches on Sundays with a rousing sermon that an aide described as] very un-Al Gore, ... The Vice President will not have any problem connecting with ethnic minorities.»

«But the bottom line is every mayor wants to make their city safer,»

«[Despite the lopsided primary results, Archer cautioned his supporters not to take the general election for granted.] We've come too far, built too many bridges, taken too many steps to be turned around, ... Something good is happening here.»

«The people of this city have lost a great warrior,»

«There are times when a judge needs additional assistance.»

«We have Dick to thank for adding the word 'regionalism' to our vocabulary. During his 12-year tenure with the Chamber, he has been a powerful voice for regional cooperation and collaboration with outstanding results. His accomplishments are numerous, but this will almost certainly be his lasting legacy to our region.»

«Wal-Mart is an innovator and the creation of this special Panel will improve and expand upon the opportunities for Wal-Mart associates around the country. I am delighted to have the chance to work with the company on this important effort.»

«Companies have advertised ... that they're an equal opportunity company, and yet they're having difficulty finding the talented people.»

«who will shuffle when he's not going anywhere, scratch when he's not itching and grin when he's not tickled.»

«How can you predict anything? I wouldn't have predicted this. It certainly tests your mettle, ... I'm very pleased with the manner in which everybody has responded.»