John Stennis Quotes & Sayings
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Let's face it. Our ass is in a crack. We're gonna have to let this nigger bill pass. [Said to Senator John Stennis (D-MS) during debate on the Civil Rights Act of 1957] — Lyndon B. Johnson
Senator John Stennis:
The civil rights movement did more to free the white man that the black man ... It freed my soul. — Joe Biden
I do believe the most important thing I can do now is to help young people understand the past and prepare for the future. — John C. Stennis
Freedom of navigation through international waterways is critical to the international community and to nations in the region, including Iran. — John C. Stennis
The Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway, and it is not helpful for any nation to suggest that it would attempt to restrict traffic through the strait. — John C. Stennis
The U.S. has many vulnerable targets around Iran, and its bases are within the range of the Guards' missiles. We have other capabilities as well, particularly when it comes to the support of Muslims for the Islamic republic. — John C. Stennis
The cooperation of navies from around the world promises high tactical value for the ships, aircraft, and divers involved; while demonstrating international resolve in defending maritime security against potential threats. — John C. Stennis