160 Quotes by Amy Klobuchar

If we’re going to have standards in schools, let’s be honest and have standards.

I’m looking for a Justice who appreciates the awesome responsibility that she will be given, if confirmed. A Justice who understands the gravity of the office and who respects the very different roles that the Constitution provides for each of the three branches of government.

Before we even consider expanding Medicare, or another program based on its rates, we must reform our Medicare payment system so that it rewards value, not volume, and doesn’t disadvantage states like Minnesota that provide high-quality care in an efficient way.

We’re actually making stuff in America now. We’re exporting stuff. We’re inventing things.

I guess my claim to fame is I’ve now gaveled Ted Kennedy to order twice.

I think you’re going to see a number of Democrats that do want to see us grapple with spending.

You need people that are willing to talk to the other side, or you're never going to get anything done. You need to be willing to expand your ground. There's always usually a place on issues where you can find common ground.

I come from a state with many sound, responsible banks.

It is time for us to make a real commitment to our rural communities by expanding broadband, by supporting our farmers, by building affordable housing and taking on rural poverty. That's how we leave no one behind.