Top 100 Quotes & Sayings by Jeff Van Drew

I will always be the voice of the people and a voice for reason in Washington D.C.

Over the years, countless people throughout South Jersey have shared with me that they are constantly harassed by robocalls and scams. Members of Congress have a responsibility to hold scammers responsible for their abusive practices and protect the American people from this abuse.

In a region wrought with strife, the shared democratic values between the U.S. and Israel have been the foundation for our historic and deep-rooted partnership.

It is essential that every eligible American voter has the ability and access to have their voice heard.

The people of South Jersey, and local, state, and federal Representatives will not allow a permanent closure of the Atlantic City Rail Line.

Our heroes in the armed forces and our first responders are all essential to the freedom and safety of our great nation.

Renewable energy is essential to the future of South Jersey's economy and vital to protecting our environment.

The Agriculture Committee was one of my top committee choices because it will give me the platform to be an even stronger leader for our hard-working farmers in South Jersey.

Every ounce of resources in our state should be focused on defeating the hidden enemy we all have in common: COVID-19.

We must put American workers first.

I am saddened to hear of the passing of William 'Bill' J. Hughes, former U.S. Representative and Ambassador. Mr. Hughes has fought for South Jersey for decades and it is an honor to have known him and followed in his footsteps. South Jersey and the world are better for having had him.

It is unacceptable for the men and women who protect us to be treated like second class citizens over partisan bickering.

The Health Center Cluster program helps communities all over the country by providing assistance to health centers and clinics.

We have come a long way in terms of equality for every race, sex and creed in this nation. We still have a ways to go to before we are there for everyone, but we must find peaceful and meaningful solutions that offer positive outcomes for all.

I will continue to advocate for projects and funding that will make our citizens' daily lives better.

My constituency, the majority of them are Republicans, but the biggest majority of them are people who really vote for people because of their individuality and because of how hard they work. And that's what I've always done.

It is essential for Israel's safety and ours that we do everything we can to support our staunchest ally at all times.

The American economy is driven and maintained by the exceptionalism of the women and men who make up our workforce; we must do everything we can to protect them.

We must protect our history - because we are doomed to repeat it if we don't understand it and work towards a more perfect union.

America was founded by statesmen who were guided by strong moral and political principles. These principles have allowed this nation to flourish and continually improve itself.

The status quo on prescription drug prices is deeply broken and unsustainable.

We have relied on China for far too long to provide cheap labor and goods at the expense of America and our workers.

Bringing solar as a renewable energy resource for those who are not able to install solar panels on their roofs allows more communities to benefit from a solar array.

No one understands the impacts of shifting fish stocks more than commercial and recreational fishermen in my district.

We need to restore our democracy to a government of the people, by the people, and for the people.

Energy efficiency not only saves businesses and consumers money, but it also reduces pollution by cutting energy use.

With the Lower Drug Costs Now Act, we are taking bold action to level the playing field for American patients and taxpayers. This legislation is one that I am proud to have voted for, and the House can be proud to have passed. It is essential to save the lives of Americans and improve our quality of life.

I have never been driven by partisan politics, only a desire to better the lives of my constituents.

I was always told that Republicans would marginalize me, push me aside and treat me like dirt. This could not be further from the truth. I have been welcomed with open arms, and even when I have disagreed on some issues, my views have been respected.

Our small businesses, those in healthcare and the sick should be the only priority of legislation regarding Coronavirus.

My main frustration is that NJ Transit continually misleads the residents of South Jersey.

I am pleased to see portions of my own robocall bill, the 'Stopping Bad Robocalls Act,' incorporated in the TRACED Act.

The Fair Indexing for Health Care Affordability Act is a simple, common-sense solution that will protect costs and make health care more accessible for South Jersey individuals and families. We should be working on solutions to lower out-of-pocket expenses, not increase them.

I believe that at certain points in people's lives they need assistance in order to move on to the next point in their life.

In addition to the massive benefits that SNAP provides to children, it also gives critical benefits for Americans who face substantial obstacles to stable employment.

Our history is imperfect, but it has laid the groundwork for the greatest experiment in democracy the world has ever known: America.

I plan to work with all my colleagues on education and labor issues and to ensure the security of our nation by providing agencies from FEMA's disaster recovery efforts to the Coast Guard protecting our nation with the tools they need to be successful.

Disclosure of the full monthly costs that consumers pay is the first step to ensuring that cable companies stop taking advantage of consumers.

Our national security requires us to be strong and fearless, but not at the cost of personal privacy.

In South Jersey, as in many places around the country, we only have one cable company to choose from so there is no competition and therefore no incentive for good service, programming or competitive pricing.

As long as I am in office I will always ensure our veterans and military have every tool at their disposal that they need. We must honor and support them in every way that we can.

DMOs help our economy thrive in South Jersey.

Statues and murals depicting historical figures, and even Jesus Christ himself, are being targeted by angry mobs of individuals looking to rewrite history.

It is time to get rid of the harmful and dangerous practice of offshore drilling once and for all.

Secure, safe borders with physical barriers, proper technology, manpower, and a sufficient number of judges is attainable and important to the security of our nation. We must also treat these children at the border with compassion and decency.

Every American of every background and creed should be furious with China for their disregard of human well-being amidst the Coronavirus cover-up they have participated in.

In America no one should go hungry.

I will do everything in my power to ensure we provide every single person in America with the support they need.

I will always be a voice of reason for our community, our state and our nation.

My decision to leave the Democrat Party was one that was not entered into lightly. The pressure of party bosses, activists, and even my colleagues, was great, but the Democrat Party has changed. It is no longer the party that my grandparents and I grew up admiring.

I will put the needs of the citizens of all creeds and backgrounds in our community over the needs of individuals who decide to break the law to come to our nation.

Housing providers and building and design professionals have a responsibility under federal nondiscrimination laws to provide housing protections for individuals with disabilities.

The right to vote is the cornerstone of our democracy.

Many people assume that since New Jersey is a wealthy state with a high per capita income that a lot of these issues of poverty and hunger don't exist, and the fact is that they do.

Utilizing fear to rip people off during a crisis is abhorrent, dishonest and downright disgusting behavior.

We are living in a world that has been changed by COVID, and our legislative priorities need to support our communities and our workers to address the needs of our new environment.

Elected officials need to stop with the name calling and hateful statements.

Our law enforcement officers put their lives on the line, and some die in service to their community and nation every year.

What we need is a program in South Jersey that allows local veterans to go to doctor's offices and hospitals here in our region to get treatment.

The Coronavirus crisis is causing fear, anxiety and financial hardship for families across our community, our state and our nation.