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Senate Quotes

Honest words on the world's slowest-moving chamber.

These Senate quotes trace what it actually takes to run for office, pass a bill through Committee, and work inside a body many call dysfunctional.

Senator Wyden continues to be the Senate's truest champion of an open Internet.

Quotes by Aaron Swartz

There is no Senate rule governing the proper uses of the filibuster.

Quotes by Tony Snow

Running for Senate is a very involved process.

Quotes by Tammy Duckworth

And in that confirmation process, I sat for 17 hours in front of a senate judiciary committee.

Quotes by Stephen Breyer

Accident Quotes

I'm interested in being part of a majority in the Senate.

Quotes by Roy Blunt

As it became clear that Senator Rubio was likely to run for president, I received encouragement to consider running for the Senate.

Quotes by Ron DeSantis

The Senate is an unknowing world.

Quotes by Robert Caro

To my knowledge, there's never been a scientist in the U.S. Senate.

Quotes by Peter Agre

My viewpoint is the Senate is dysfunctional.

Quotes by Mo Brooks

Addressing Quotes

There's a learning curve to understanding how the Senate operates.

Quotes by Luther Strange

I was advised by my assistant that the women of the Senate don't do potlucks. To which I responded, 'Of course we do.'

Quotes by Lisa Murkowski

I was returned to the Senate by the people of Alaska, and I have an obligation to all of them - it's not an obligation to my party; it's an obligation to Alaskans.

Quotes by Lisa Murkowski

In the executive branch, winning by a whisker is as good as winning in a landslide, but not so in the Senate.

Quotes by Lincoln Chafee

Prior to that I testified before the Senate subcommittee addressing mountaintop removal.

Quotes by Kevin Richardson

Advice Quotes

There are very few women in the Senate and very few mothers.

Quotes by Kerry Kennedy

I'm committed to the goal of Senate Bill 324, and that is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Quotes by Kate Brown

I didn't get to the Senate by accident.

Quotes by John Edwards

The Appropriations Committee in the Senate is out of control, out of control on spending.

Quotes by John Ensign

What happens in the Senate is the Republicans sink to the lowest common denominator.

Quotes by Jim DeMint

Committee Quotes

I think, of course, all senate races are national races.

Quotes by Elizabeth Emken

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of Senate quotes are included on this page?
This page collects Senate quotes about the legislative process, from the realities of running for office to candid views on how the chamber actually functions day to day.
Do these quotes explain what a filibuster is?
Some quotes touch on the filibuster as a tool used in the Senate, though they focus on the lack of clear rules around it rather than offering a formal definition.
Are these Senate quotes only about elections?
No. Alongside quotes about running for Senate, you'll find reflections on specific legislation and general views on how well the institution works.
Is this page only for people interested in national politics?
Not necessarily. The quotes work for anyone curious about how a Senate seat is won and what day-to-day legislative work actually involves.
Where can I find related quotes about political process and support?
You can explore related themes on our Advice and Committee quotes pages.

For more on the people and process behind the podium, browse our Advice and Addressing quote collections.