History buffs probably noted the reunion at a Washington party a few weeks ago of three ex-presidents: Carter, Ford and Nixon – See No Evil, Hear No Evil and Evil.
BOB DOLEI had a dream that I would be here this week, receiving something from the president, but I thought it would be the front door key.
More Bob Dole Quotes
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One of my most often repeated quips was the one I made when former Presidents Carter, Ford and Nixon stood by each other at a White House event. ‘There they are,’ I said. ‘See no evil, hear no evil, and . . . evil.’
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You read what Disraeli had to say. I don’t remember what he said. He said something. He’s no longer with us.
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You feel a little older in the morning. By noon I feel about 55.
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If you’re hanging around with nothing to do and the zoo is closed, come over to the Senate. You’ll get the same kind of feeling and you won’t have to pay.
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At my age you find yourself looking back from time to time and you begin to appreciate some of the things that happened to you.
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I know there are California oranges and Florida oranges. When I’m in Florida, I like Florida oranges. Today, I think California oranges are the best, of course.
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When I was quite young, I put my trust in God–not government; and I never get the two confused.
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The difference between possible and impossible is hard work and commitment.
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Having been in Congress, you know that’s part of our responsibility the constituent has a problem, We’re supposed to write back and say, ‘Well I can’t do anything’ That’s not what they elect you for.
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I lost in ’96, in case the word hadn’t trickled out, and so I made a few commercials.
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We are a nation conceived, born and nurtured by faith… Our faith is declared in our Constitution, on our currency and in our lives.
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This is not a coincidence. This is not a coincidence. And with all due respect, I am here to tell you it does not take a village to raise a child. It takes a family to raise a child.
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I mean, there’s always somebody in somebody’s administration who jumps out early, sells a book, and goes after the guy who hired him. I don’t know if that’s good. It may be good business; it’s not good politics.
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It’s a lot more fun winning. It hurts to lose…
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The California proposition [Prop. 187] is one I would agree with. That’s the easiest way to put it.
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