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Enact Quotes

On putting plans, laws, and roles into action.

These enact quotes trace the word from lawmaking, where officials weigh how to address outdated policy, to acting itself, where a performer takes on a difficult role. For related themes, see our Good quotes.

Obama and Kuczynski each promised to do all they could to enact the Trans-Pacific Partnership.

Quotes by Greg Grandin

States should have the right to enact laws... particularly to end the inhumane practice of ending a life that otherwise could live.

Quotes by George W. Bush

Since I joined Congress, I've been shocked at how many times we were forced to vote on 1,000-plus-page bills without ample time to read or review what was in the final legislation. It's no wonder Congress doesn't enact good policy.

Quotes by Erik Paulsen

Once again, the puppets on Capitol Hill are about to slam the Muppets on Main Street. The country still hasn't recovered from the Wall Street-induced financial cataclysm of 2008, yet Congress is preparing to enact the Orwellian 'JOBS Act' -...

Quotes by Eliot Spitzer

'Egalitarians' who complain about inequality view the wealth of the wealthiest as bad in itself: it disfigures society. They would enact a wealth tax to extirpate the offending wealth.

Quotes by Edmund Phelps

The power of protest depends not only on how many turn out, but also on what legislative, judicial, and civil society institutions exist to enact the will of those marching in the streets.

Quotes by Cynthia P. Schneider

While I support making improvements in the Affordable Care Act, trying to enact them while holding the government and our economic recovery hostage is reckless and irresponsible.

Quotes by Brad Schneider

Despite two decisions, in 2008 and 2010, by the U.S. Supreme Court unequivocally affirming that the Second Amendment to the Constitution guarantees an individual right to keep and bear arms against infringement by the government, state legislatures continue to do...

Quotes by Bob Barr

It certainly makes no sense to enact more laws if we cannot, or do not, enforce the ones we have.

Quotes by Blanche Lincoln

We need to enact a strong standard that will stop a terrorist or illegal alien from getting a driver's license because border security is a major concern in a post-September 11th world.

Quotes by Bill Shuster

For many of those who had historically supported welfare programs in the broadest sense, it was perfectly reasonable to enact legislation in which poor people were the objects of efforts to assist them.

Quotes by Barney Frank

Directors such as LV Prasad would enact the whole scene for the actors. He used to enact the scenes for Raj Kapoor too during the filming of 'Sharda.' But it was up to you to emulate the director's vision on...

Quotes by Asrani

If you think aficionados of a living Constitution want to bring you flexibility, think again. You think the death penalty is a good idea? Persuade your fellow citizens to adopt it. You want a right to abortion? Persuade your fellow...

Quotes by Antonin Scalia

The police are not taking accountability for the violence that they enact in our communities, and yet there isn't as much outrage about that as there is about some broken windows and lost property.

Quotes by Alicia Garza

It is up to us to change laws on the books like 'Stand Your Ground' laws and push elected officials to enact regulations that hold police officers to the same standards as the rest of society. This is why we...

Quotes by Al Sharpton

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'enact' generally refer to in this topic?
Passing formal legislation, taking executive action on policy priorities, and performing or playing out a role or part.
Do these quotes discuss lawmaking?
Yes, more than one quote references the process of enacting new legislation to address a specific policy problem.
Is immigration policy mentioned here?
Yes, one quote references the need for lawmakers to modernize an outdated immigration system, discussing executive options if that path stalls.
Does this topic touch on bipartisan cooperation?
Yes, one quote expresses hope that officials would work across the aisle to enact a set of jobs-related bills.
Is 'enact' used outside of politics here?
Yes, one quote uses it to describe performing a dramatic role, showing the word's meaning stretches to acting and performance as well.

Another line expresses hope that leaders from different sides can come together to enact shared economic priorities. Browse our America and Bad quotes for more.