Paul Tsongas Quotes

A collection of quotes by Paul Tsongas.

Paul Tsongas (1941-1997) was an American politician and attorney. Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, he served as the U.S. Senator from Massachusetts from 1979 to 1985. Tsongas was known for his pragmatic and independent approach to politics, focusing on economic growth and environmental issues. He ran as a Democratic candidate in the 1992 U.S. presidential election, advocating for deficit reduction and sustainable development. Although he withdrew from the race due to health issues, Tsongas left a lasting impact on American politics through his advocacy for fiscal responsibility and environmental conservation.

I want to deploy the leadership to meet the challenges that

I want to deploy the leadership to meet the challenges that face us and to restore America's greatness.

From a viable economy to the full funding of Headstart, from

From a viable economy to the full funding of Headstart, from a clean environment to true equality for women, from a strong military to a commitment to racial brotherhood, from schools that are honored to streets free of excessive violence.

Two hundred years ago, our Founding Fathers gave us a democr

Two hundred years ago, our Founding Fathers gave us a democracy. It was based upon the simple, yet noble, idea that government derives its validity from the consent of the governed.

Journey with me to a true commitment to our environment. Jou

Journey with me to a true commitment to our environment. Journey with me to the serenity of leaving to our children a planet in equilibrium.

Seven and half years ago I began my own journey. For me and

Seven and half years ago I began my own journey. For me and my family it was a time of adversity. But during that adversity I derived a deeper faith. And born out of that adversity was a commitment to devote myself to those people and to those issues that truly matter to me.

Let's try winning and see what it feels like. If we don't li

Let's try winning and see what it feels like. If we don't like it, we can go back to our traditions.