Top 10 Quotes & Sayings by Jim Moran

Explore popular quotes and sayings by an American politician Jim Moran.

Last updated on December 18, 2024.

James Patrick Moran Jr. is an American politician who served as the mayor of Alexandria, Virginia from 1985 to 1990, and as the U.S. representative for Virginia's 8th congressional district from 1991 to 2015. He is a member of the Democratic Party and chaired the New Democrat Coalition from 1997 to 2001. He is of Irish descent and is the son of professional football player James Moran Sr. and the brother of former Democratic Party of Virginia Chairman Brian Moran.

American - Politician | Born: May 16, 1945

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There aren't a whole lot of people out of 300 million who could elected to the Congress.

Jim Moran

I've been doing everything I can to reach out and understand why people voted against me. They were trying to send a message. I have to be more sensitive in the way I express myself, and I have to be more thoughtful in the positions I take.

Jim Moran

My explanation remains the same: It was an attempt to make the point that anyone who opposed the war can achieve their objective by working within their sphere of influence, whether their political party or community of faith.

Jim Moran

I am prepared to work hard enough to win. It's basically up to me.

Jim Moran

I think it's difficult for members of Congress to be as independent as they need to be in their voting.

Jim Moran

I'm working as hard as I can. Yesterday, I had five different debates. I don't get a half an hour a day to talk to my wife. I don't know how much harder I can work.

Jim Moran

I simply want to do what I can to have the best Congress possible representing the American people.

Jim Moran

If it were not for the strong support of the Jewish community for this war with Iraq, we would not be doing this. The leaders of the Jewish community are influential enough that they could change the direction of where this is going, and I think they should.

Jim Moran

The future belongs to those who prepare for it.

Jim Moran

It's a sad day for American Capitalism when a man can't fly a midget on a kite over central park.

Jim Moran