Jim Doyle Quotes (42 Quotes)

We were faced with the problem of having the rain follow her during her song. So we developed two 20-by-20 foot rain curtains with the plumbing coming from the floor and a motion control on the ceiling. We had never done anything like that before I don't think anyone has for a live event. So when they went off, that was probably my favorite moment of the night.

I'm pleased to announce today an Advisory Commission for reusing the site of the 440th air wing. I am asking this Commission to explore every option for the 440th, and the people who have been displaced, ... All of us are disappointed by the Pentagon's decision to close the 440th. But the site still has enormous potential for the local economy, and we are determined to see that it gets put to use in a way that creates good paying jobs and contributes to the economy. It's time to get to work on building a new future for the 440th.

When you strip away all the political partisanship, we have to remember that government is all about protecting citizens. That didn't happen here.

As I've often said, Wisconsin's greatest strength continues to be the dedicated, hardworking people of our state. They go to work everyday, pay their taxes, and raise their kids with good, Midwestern values.

Wisconsin's export growth rate continues to surpass that of the nation, ... For the first half of 2005, our state ranks 18th in export volume, up from 21st over the same period in 2004.

Anyone who comes to Wisconsin is going to find a warm, welcoming state ready to reach out and ready to make sure that we do everything we can to help these people get back on their feet,

I'm dismayed by this decision, having seen firsthand the damage these tornadoes caused, ... the country shouldn't be in the position of having to choose between victims of one disaster and victims of another.

Income, who they work for, their social security number, their date of birth, their children's date of birth, their names, where they live, who they work for.

I'm working hard to encourage travel all across our state and I'm pleased to support 'Blaze A New Trail,' ... The event will offer a fun get-away for women and showcase Wisconsin as a great travel destination for everyone.

Gas prices are still at near record highs, many refineries are still off-line and supply has been disrupted. What is the federal government waiting for

In Wisconsin, We're at the forefront of research that might one day bring cures for diseases like Parkinsons and Alzheimers, and we must seize its great potential.

Not a nickel of it is from the school board. The past four years, we've had limited goals. The first year we just wanted it to run. This year, we never expected to be seventh.

I am deeply disappointed by this decision from the BRAC Commission, ... ... What disappoints me most about the decision is that the U.S. Air Force will be losing so many highly qualified people.

Everyone is against human cloning but the real purpose of this bill is to restrict stem cell research, which holds enormous potential for our state as well as the promise of curing juvenile diabetes, spinal cord injuries and Parkinson's disease,

The single most important thing we can do today to ensure a strong, successful future for Wisconsin is invest in our kids early - because what we do now will determine what kind of state Wisconsin will be 10, 20, even 50 years from now.

If the federal government in Washington has concluded that there are not shortages of gasoline, then it clearly is an example of big oil companies' price gouging. The Bush Administration and the FTC should immediately identify the companies that are profiting off of this disaster,

This was the first time a governor ever declared a natural disaster in another state and activated to that other state. We were ready to be deployed within 24 hours of that order.

Our volunteers check critical sites such as power substations and water treatment facilities for unusual activity.

It's unfortunate that the EPA has dragged their feet in responding to my request. Prices at the pump are at near record levels and the federal government has simply not responded. Their lack of a response is hurting Wisconsin, and states across the country, ... A waiver would have helped Wisconsin citizens over the Labor Day weekend when it was clear there was a shortage of supply.

I am not about to let the people who so mismanaged the state budget now try to manage local government.

Every day President Bush and Congress refuse to fulfill their obligation to special ed is another day Wisconsin property taxpayers are stuck with the bill. It's unfair, irresponsible and must stop.

The lakes represent a fresh water ecosystem that's unique on our planet, supporting thousands of species, including human beings. These agreements will protect our Great Lakes from the threats of diversions outside this basin.

I've made more cuts than any governor has ever made.

We don't have time for traditional trial and error. We were focusing on quality of life.

While I want to thank the people and businesses throughout Wisconsin who have already contributed to this enormous effort -- there is still so much more to do, ... It's clear the clean-up and recovery is going to take a very long time. Those who have lost everything will need assistance for everything from housing, to schooling, to finding new jobs, and Wisconsin's relief efforts will not cease until all those who have survived this trauma are safe and secure.

From cutting back on state contracts to reducing the number of state cars, We're making state government smaller, smarter, more efficient, and more accountable.

This is an incredible tragedy. One in which a great family tradition like a deer hunt has turned into such a great loss for the families involved. The whole state of Wisconsin feels the deepest sympathy and pain.

Allowing our scientists to search for cures to the world's deadliest diseases is not about being liberal or conservative. It's about being compassionate, ... Continuing this research is a win-win for our state.

Our kids all know each other and have swum together at the McKeesport YMCA. But neither school had enough kids to put a team together. We had enough interest to put one team together between the two schools, so that's what we did.

I do not understand how anyone can, in good conscience, tell a family whose child is suffering from a life-threatening disease that politics is more important than finding a cure.

the necessity for evacuating people who may not be able to have the means to evacuate.

Wisconsin's kids shouldn't be allowed to fail just because Washington is failing them.

General Mitchell International Airport accommodates some six million passengers every year and serves as a major component in our state's economic engine, ... Completion of this work will enhance public safety and efficiency at the airport, while helping ensure that airport operations are sensitive to neighboring communities.

If the 80,000 fans who attend Saturday's game all give just one dollar, we will raise 80,000 from Wisconsin to help them recover from this tragedy,

Nobody's ever tried something like this before, so that was really exciting, ... We had 3,000 gallons of water under the stage in tanks, a couple thousand feet of tubes running under there, thousands of feet of wiring, and only eight people to build it all and make it work.

Thanks to the partnership between land trusts like The Nature Conservancy and the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Fund, places like Tenderfoot will exist for future generations to enjoy. The Stewardship Fund is an investment in our economy, our quality of life, and our future.

The ripples of Hurricane Katrina will touch every state and I remain committed to do all that we can to help minimize the devastation ... and restore hope,

We know that thousands of evacuees will need to spread out across the country and be welcomed by communities throughout our nation, ... The first buses from New Orleans and Texas are already rolling toward Wisconsin, and evacuees will find temporary housing across our state. Wisconsin welcomes these evacuees with open arms.

Ultimately, this is a national issue that demands the full attention of the President and Congress, ... Wisconsin consumers have already been overcharged 88 million by the oil companies - and prices are continuing to go up. It is time for the President or someone in Washington to take action against the Texas oil companies who are trying to use a national tragedy to enlarge their profits.

With new jobs, new ideas, and growing confidence that our brightest days lie ahead, Wisconsin is on the move.

I don't think Wisconsin should become known as a state where we shoot cats.

This certainly gives me great pause. We have to look at emergency response in a new light with the lapses down there.