Quotes By Arlen Specter

Lawyers advocate more so than state their own positions.

It costs about $27 million to win a seat in the United States Senate, so when you win one, you like to sit down.

My father was an immigrant who literally walked across Europe to get out of Russia. He fought in World War I. He was wounded in action. My father was a great success even though he never had money. He was a very determined man, a great role model.

We don't need holy wars. What we need is tolerance and brotherhood and simple humanity.

Separation of power says the judiciary committee is supposed to confirm qualified judges and then what the Supreme Court does, that is their function, not my function.

I have been a Republican since 1966.

It's inspirational to see someone who is dying smile.

I'm ordinarily pretty correct in what I say.

It so happens that I'm pro choice.

As a matter of traditional and sound constitutional doctrine, an amendment to the Constitution should be the last resort when all other measures have proved inadequate.

The solicitor general is sometimes referred to as the 10th Supreme Court justice - a pretty important position.

When Pat Robertson says there is no constitutional doctrine of separation of church and state, I say he is wrong.

Americans' addiction to sports, with the NFL at the top, is based on the excitement generated by the potential for the unexpected great play which can only happen with honest competition from great athletes.

The American people do not care which Party solves the problems confronting our nation.

I knew people were going to see me see deteriorate before their eyes.

Cannibals are devouring senators.

It is with unwelcome frequency that I find myself the deciding vote.

Big money is ruining the political system.

African-Americans are underrepresented.

There's nothing more important than our good health - that's our principal capital asset.

I do not represent the Republican Party.

I'm a loyal Democrat.

When I'm asked about legacy, I say it's too early to talk about legacy.

I do come from a strong family.