Sentences with phrase «one's colleagues on both sides of the aisle»

Now, she's flanked by colleagues on both sides of the aisle.

Now, she's flanked by colleagues on both sides of the aisle.

I plan to work with colleagues on both sides of the aisle in the committee to determine how we can craft a workable legislative proposal to achieve what the president has set out as his goal.

It is also a testament to Speaker Silver that he is widely respected by legislative colleagues on both sides of the aisle,» said William T. Pound, executive director of the National Conference of State Legislatures.

In the wood - paneled confines of the state Senate, colleagues on both sides of the aisle view McKinney with respect and affection.

He is affectionately referred to as «Colonel Larkin» by his Senate colleagues on both sides of the aisle.

«Chairman Kline and his committee colleagues on both sides of the aisle are currently working to develop legislation that addresses accountability and teacher quality issues, which will round out the full package of House education reforms,» Allen said.

I look forward to working on this legislation with colleagues on both sides of the aisle.»

«I look forward to working with my legislative colleagues on both sides of the aisle to enhance public safety in our County facilities and in every community in Rockland.»

Heastie's low - key manner helps explain why, after serving in the Assembly for nearly 15 years and being well - regarded by colleagues on both sides of the aisle, he remains a mystery to even those who have served alongside him for many years.

«I encourage my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to trust each other, stop the political gamesmanship, and put the health care needs of the American people first.

In an indication that he may support legislation for internet companies, Mr. Thune said, «In the past, many of my colleagues on both sides of the aisle have been willing to defer to tech companies» efforts to regulate themselves.

And like Adams, Frank Wolf drew the affection and respect of his colleagues on both sides of the aisle, who know that the House is losing one of its unsullied moral reference points when Frank Wolf retires.

«I lead the effort to get this funded every year and have already started reaching out to my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to fight this devastating cut.»

«I think it's a legitimate question to his colleagues on both sides of the aisle, frankly, because he's been on both sides of the aisle, right?»

«In addition, he has left too many unanswered questions and failed to provide specifics on many of the issues raised by my colleagues on both sides of the aisle.

«It was such a pleasure to join my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support such a great cause.

While finalizing the 2013 budget, I worked with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to cut millions in spending and eliminate a proposed tax increase to create a budget that didn't raise property taxes.

«Owen Johnson was beloved by his constituents and respected by his colleagues on both sides of the aisle, including eight governors who served during his career in the Senate,» Skelos said in the statement.

Working with Governor Cuomo and our colleagues on both sides of the aisle we'll continue to govern in a productive, bipartisan manner focused on results not political rhetoric.

I was also able to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to secure additional funding for a number of worthwhile organizations in Grand Island and the Tonawandas.

«Thank you, Mr. Chairman and my colleagues on this side of the aisle, for welcoming me four years ago,» Morton said, «and it has been my honor and privilege to work with everyone here and to represent the people of the Eighth District.»

«It is an honor to have the unanimous support of my colleagues on both sides of the aisle and I look forward to again serving as Chairman of this honorable body.

The debate and testimony of my colleagues on both sides of the aisle was compelling and I was deeply moved.

Mr. Felder, however, apparently unswayed by the governor's previous entreaties, said he had to do what was best for his constituents, which includes a large community of Orthodox Jews, though he stressed he had «great respect for my colleagues on both sides of the aisle and this institution.»

Senator Antoine Thompson said: «As Chair of the Environmental Conservation Committee, I welcome this extraordinary opportunity to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to answer one of our greatest environmental challenges: climate change.

If re-elected, Katko said he will continue to work with his colleagues on both sides of the aisle — advocating for policy protecting constituents of the 24th District.

A good number of his colleagues on both sides of the aisle refused to even speak to Espada while he carried the title.

Building on this effort, I am working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to pass comprehensive cyber security legislation this Congress.

«We're counting on a bigger overall budget deal that hopefully will give us a little more room to take care of some of these important things,» he told his colleagues on both sides of the aisle.

«I look forward to reviewing the specific budget requests of the agencies under the jurisdiction of the Committee in more detail in the weeks ahead and I look forward to working with the President and my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to ensure that America remains a leader in science and technology in the decades to come.»

This commonsense solution has been embraced by our colleagues on both sides of the aisle — including President Obama, who included the proportional approach in his fiscal 2017 budget.

I am proud to join my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to fight against these cruel and inhumane practices.»

«I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to work together and ensure this vital program is funded so community health centers can continue to provide care to those who need it most,» she added.

I am proud to have introduced legislation with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to stop the government from taking the American dream of homeownership away.