Phil Bredesen Quotes

When I was sworn in as Mayor of Nashville back in 1991, I have to admit to you that I felt for several weeks like a bit of an outsider who had somehow taken over but didn't really belong in this nice palace. I secretly wondered if the real mayor would come back from vacation one day and call the police.

- Phil Bredesen

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Our recent legislative sessions had everything a good reporter could wish for: A willful governor, an angry and divided legislature, citizens who know how to use their car horns. Plenty of conflict. Plenty of personalities. As journalists, I'm sure it was a fascinating scene to watch unfold. - Phil Bredesen

When John Kerry and Zell Miller and George Bush can agree on an issue, you know it's got legs. - Phil Bredesen

There are certainly good people who think it will be an issue and one Democrats ought to take advantage of. I just think there are much bigger issues out there. I really do. I think people are mad about it but I'm not sure you can point the finger to a party or a person. - Phil Bredesen