Shimkus Quotes

We're home, we're accessible... They're the final arbiter on Election Day.... In all reality, they could oust me before I get to the term-limit pledge. - John Shimkus

We do have a lot of tough work ahead of us... how seamlessly we can transition through this adversity. - John Shimkus

Various Turkish people invaded southwest Asia during the Middle Ages and carved an empire for themselves from lands occupied by the indigenous Semitic and Indo-European inhabitants. - John Shimkus

U.S. corn exports to CAFTA countries will benefit from reduced tariffs and duty-free access for corn products. - John Shimkus

These funds will benefit the children attending public schools in our area by expanding a program that helps families deal with domestic violence. We must take advantage of all options -- including educating the parents-to reduce domestic violence directed at children. - John Shimkus

The way the district is cut - if Shimkus himself was caught up in some kind of lobbying scandal, maybe that could hurt, but otherwise he's sitting comfortably. - Chris Mooney

The earth will end only when God declares it's time to be over. Man will not destroy this earth. This earth will not be destroyed by a flood. - John Shimkus

States are looking for low-cost solutions that will enable better communication, while avoiding the danger in which the chain of command breaks down in emergencies. We do not want everyone talking to everyone else all the time. - John Shimkus

Rosa Parks was a woman of strength, conviction, and morality. Her action on December 1, 1955, to defy the law made her a leading figure in our nation's civil rights history. - John Shimkus