139 Quotes by Mike Quigley

During my time in Washington, I have become increasingly frustrated by the power held by the gun lobby.

There is such a thing as commonsense middle-ground gun reform, and most gun owners support it.

Just as we can no longer pretend that ducking under wooden desks will keep us safe from a nuclear bomb, we must no longer pretend that a large nuclear stockpile will protect us from the most immediate security threats the United States faces.

I've seen it with my own eyes: When government takes money from the poor and the middle class, everyone suffers.

When you have a high-volume magazine or an assault weapon, you're not hunting deer or protecting your home; you're out to hunt people.

Opening up the Capitol dome and giving the public a look at the inner workings of Congress - however messy they may be - certainly won't be pretty. But trust isn't earned by showing off only your Sunday best. The dirty laundry has to be aired, too.

Passionately defending one's principles is crucial. Representing your district is fundamental. But refusing to entertain the common ground - with no other cost but giving the other guy a political 'win' - is a disservice.

The people of Chicago have made it very clear that they favor sensible restrictions on gun ownership.

Since 2001, I've done what every elected official should be doing in government right now. My staff and I took a look at the books, thought outside the box and proposed reforms.