Rob Simmons Quotes

"There's been a lot said about Social Security reform. What has been left out of the debate is the double tax on Social Security benefits. I believe it's time to get rid of a tax that punishes seniors and discourages work and retirement savings."

"I remain opposed to changes the bill would make to food stamps, Medicaid, student loan programs and payments to help states enforce child support agreements,"

"The Silent Service is all together too silent, ... It's important to begin to highlight the critical importance of the Silent Service to our national security."

"I will vote against any bill that takes Social Security tax dollars and diverts them to any other purpose than Social Security benefits."

"The 1993 Social Security tax penalizes seniors who have planned for their retirement through savings, investment and hard work. That's wrong, and that's why the double tax on Social Security must end."

"Completing Route 11 is first and foremost about public safety."