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October 29, 1990
7 A.M.
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PARRIS
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: PARRIS FUNDRAISER
ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1990
8:00 A.M.
Congressman Paris, Distinguished guests, Ladies and
gentlemen. As always, it is a pleasure to be in the Old Dominion
--and to speak on behalf of one of this Nation's truly great
representatives. He's not simply on our side -- he's on
America's side. // My friend -- and your wonderful Congressman.
Stan Parris. //
( (As Stan tells it, this visit arose from a phone call from
that kinder and gentler human being, John Sununu. // John told
him, "We've got a surprise for you that will really excite
people." // Stan replied, "You mean big-league baseball's
finally coming to Northern Virginia?") ) //
Northern Virginia may not yet have a major league baseball
team, but it has a major league congressman. And I'm here today
to say: On Election Day, Stan is going to do to his opponent
what the Reds did to the A's. //
I say that for many reasons. First, Stan is a friend -- not
merely of Northern Virginia, but also of me. ( (Stan and I have a
special bond. I'm the one who taught him everything he knows
about charisma. )) //
I also like Stan's honesty and perspective. // For example.
Stan's a big Virginia Cavaliers football fan. That's the honest
2
part. // Stan's perspective is realizing the impossibility of
his transportation dream: Moving the University of Virginia to
Alexandria. //
Finally, there is Stan Parris' record. Korean War hero.
Returned to attend George Washington University -- then, practice
law -- then, enter the Virginia House of Delegates. // He's
served as Secretary of the Commonwealth. Been a superb seven-
term U.S. Congressmen. // He's on the side of every decent
American who values Growth, opportunity, and prosperity. // GOP.
// Has a nice ring, don't you think? //
doesn't
( (You know, enduring the drive over here from D.C., I'd vote
Nand
for Stan Parris just on his transportation policies alone. )) //
He co-sponsored legislation which will complete this area's Metro
system. / He opposes Statehood for the District of Columbia --
and I support his stand. // Unlike his opponent, Stan Parris
what?
reflects the values of America's good, quiet, decent people. 11-
He believes in government which serves the people -- not the
other way around. //
We could use a little more of Stan's common sense about 5
miles northeast of here. I'm speaking about the ludicrous
spectacle known as the United States Congress. // Yes, Virginia,
America finally has a Federal budget. But even Ripley would not
believe what it had to endure to get that budget passed. //
All of you know the history of these budget negotiations.
For most of the past year, our Administration -- aided - by
Congressmen like Stan -- has worked to produce a serious response
3
to a serious deficit -- grappling not only with the budget, but a
self-serving Congress in which both houses are run by Democrats.
For eight months, this Democratic Congress acted like a 78
record played at 33 rpm. // For eight months, it postured.
Bellowed. Debated. Stalled. // If Congress were a play, it
would have closed before New Haven. Congress hasn't been doing
the people's business. It's been giving the business to the
people. 11 Now, Stan's opponent proposes to give the business to
the Eighth District. 11
Part of Congress's problem is institutional. Think of it -
- twenty thousand staff members and a Rubik's Cube of committees.
Too often, serving liberals like Stan's opponent who pander to
pressure groups. 11 Then, there's a second problem: Congress'
wearly
left-wing philosophy perpetuated by 40 years of one-party rule.
11 Because the Democratic Congress has become unaccountable, it
has become irresponsible. If spending were a painting, Congress
would be the Michaelangelo of its age. 11 Yes, the budget
process is broke -- and we have to fix it. But we don't just
have to change the process. Ask Stan Parris: We have to elect
more Republicans so we can change the Congress, too. //
Six days from now, let's remember who gave us the sorry
charade we call a budget process. The Democrats. 11 And who
fought so hard for budget reform -- for built-in enforcement
rules to break liberals' tax and spend addiction once and for
all. Yes, Republicans like Stan Parris. // Only Republicans
helped us achieve the first five-year curb on spending ever. And
this is
4
way Curt. off
ensured $300 billion in [ending cuts -- the largest cut in
history -- and that those cuts are real. neads Only Republicans
votes helped me reduce the deficit by $500 billion. Hold the
line against the Loony Left which would cripple our national
defense. Finally, thank God for Republicans like Stan Parris who
helped me keep Congress from raising income tax rates on working
America. 11
Here's the good news. Our budget agreement will help bring
interest rates down in Northern Virginia -- helping you buy that
new home or car. It will help build more new businesses -- and
that means more new jobs. // But I won't deceive you -- we've
the appear other
had enough deception from Stan's opponent's party. So here's the
bad news. This budget's not nearly as good -- nor fair to the
Middle Class -- as we would have had under a Republican Congress.
// For too long we've endured a Democratic Congress that -- by
bowing to special interests -- measures progress made by dollars
spent. // Next Tuesday, let's elect Republicans like Stan Parris
who measure progress made by people helped -- and who will build
a government which stands for America's interests. //
( (You know, tonight is Halloween, and when you get to the
age that Barbara and I are, Halloween parties aren't quite the
same. / The highlight of the one we re going to tonight is
and for all!
bobbing for applesauce. )) 11 On Election Day, we have the
chance to put the Big Spenders underwater -- and help the average
American soar high.
the democrato house living or
change
in that Hill, days ather is a year
Fan hanuted Hallomeen
letto Republicancene and who those wilf fat black
cats away
5
Ask Stan Parris. America needs a Republican Congress that
will balance the budget by cutting spending -- not a Democratic
Congress that tries to raise the income-taxes of the middle-
class. //
Ask Stan Parris. America needs a Republican Congress that
will pass our tough crime bill -- not a Democratic Congress that
tries to weaken the law and gut the death penalty. //
Ask Stan Parris. America needs a Republican Congress that
will end the influence of special interests -- not a Democratic
Congress that wants taxpayers to join lobbyists in re-electing
the Tax and Spenders. 11 In short, the only way to send a message
to Washington is to elect a Republican majority. The only way to
send a message to Washington is not to elect Democrats. 11
I've known Stan Parris for many years. I like him --
one of
respect him. So has the Eighth District of perhaps America's
most historic State. / Next Tuesday, let's prove that we love
Parris in the spring-time -- at any time -- more than we love
Congress in the fall. // Let's keep Stan Parris on the side of
those who want a Congress which will work with the President for
the good of all. 11
Let's go to the polls. And roll up our sleeves to re-elect
a magnificent U.S. Congressman. Thank you for what you've done,
and will do, for Stan. / God bless the United States. And let's
re-elect Stan Parris as Congressman from the Eighth District of
the great State of Virginia.
#
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(Smith/Garmey)
October 29, 1990
11 A.M.
PARRIS
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: PARRIS FUNDRAISER
ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1990
8:00 A.M.
Congressman Paris ladies and gentlemen. As always, it is a
pleasure to be in the Old Dominion -- and to speak on behalf of
one of this Nation's great representatives. He's not simply on
our side -- he's on America's side. // My friend -- and your
wonderful Congressman. Stan Parris. //
( (As Stan tells it, this visit arose from a phone call from
that kinder and gentler human being, John Sununu. // John told
him, "We've got a surprise for you that will really excite
people." // Stan replied, "You mean big-league baseball's
finally coming to Northern Virginia?") ) //
Northern Virginia may not yet have a major league baseball
team, but it has a major league congressman. And I'm here today
to say: On Election Day, Stan is going to do to his opponent
what the Reds did to the A's. //
I say that for many reasons. First, Stan is a friend -- not
merely of Northern Virginia, but also of me. ( (Stan and I have a
special bond. I'm the one who taught him everything he knows
about charisma.) ) //
I also like Stan's honesty and perspective. // For example.
Stan's a big Virginia Cavaliers football fan. That's the honest
part. // Stan's perspective is realizing the impossibility of
2
his transportation dream: Moving the University of Virginia to
Alexandria. //
Finally, there is Stan Parris' record. Korean War hero.
Returned to attend George Washington University -- then, practice
law -- then, enter the Virginia House of Delegates. // He's
served as Secretary of the Commonwealth. Been a superb seven-
term U.S. Congressmen. // He's on the side of every decent
American who values Growth, opportunity, and prosperity. // GOP.
// Has a nice ring, don't you think? //
( (You know, enduring the drive over here from D.C., I
thought of how I'd vote for Stan Parris just on his
transportation policies alone. )) // He sponsored legislation
which will complete this area's Metro system. / He opposes
Statehood for the District of Columbia -- and I support his
stand. // Unlike his opponent, Stan Parris reflects the values
of America's good, quiet, decent people. // He believes in
government which serves the people -- not the other way around.
We could use a little more of Stan's common sense about five
miles northeast of here. I'm speaking about the ludicrous
spectacle known as the United States Congress. // Yes, Virginia,
America finally has a Federal budget. But even Ripley would not
believe what it had to endure to get that budget passed. //
All of you know the history of these budget negotiations.
For most of the past year, our Administration -- aided by
Congressmen like Stan -- has worked to produce a serious response
3
to a serious deficit -- grappling not only with the budget, but a
self-serving Congress in which both houses are run by Democrats.
For eight months, this Democratic Congress acted like a 78
record played at 33. // For eight months, it postured.
Bellowed. Debated. Stalled. 11 If Congress were a play, it
would have closed before New Haven. Congress hasn't been doing
the people's business. It's been giving the business to the
people. 11 Now, Stan's opponent proposes to give the business to
the Eighth District. //
Part of Congress's problem is institutional. Think of it -
- twenty thousand staff members and a Rubik's Cube of committees.
Too often, serving liberals like Stan's opponent who pander to
pressure groups. // Then, there's a second problem: Congress'
left-wing philosophy perpetuated by nearly 40 years of one-party
rule. 11 Because the Democratic Congress has become
unaccountable, it has become irresponsible. If spending were a
painting, Congress would be the Michaelangelo of its age. //
PICASSO
Yes, the budget process is broke -- and we have to fix it. But
of
we don't just have to change the process. Ask Stan Parris: We
PoRK,
have to elect more Republicans so we can change the Congress,
too. //
Six days from now, let's remember who gave us the sorry
charade we call a budget process. The Democrats. // And who
fought so hard for budget reform -- for built-in enforcement
rules to break liberals' tax and spend addiction once and for
all. Yes, Republicans like Stan Parris. // Republicans helped
4
us achieve the first five-year curb on spending ever. And
ensured $300 billion in spending cuts -- the largest cut in
history. // Republicans helped me reduce the deficit by $500
billion. Hold the line against the Loony Left which would
cripple our national defense. Finally, thank God for Republicans
like Stan Parris who helped me keep Congress from raising income
tax rates on working America. //
Here's the good news. Our budget agreement will help bring
GUYSBOKOUGH
interest rates down in Northern Virginia helping you buy that
DRIVE IN
new home or car. It will help build more new businesses -- and
FARFAX, VA.
that means more new jobs. // But I won't deceive you -- we've
had enough deception from the other party. So here's the bad
news. This budget's not nearly as good -- nor fair to the Middle
Class -- as we would have had under a Republican Congress. //
For too long we've endured a Democratic Congress that -- by
bowing to special interests -- measures progress made by dollars
spent. // Next Tuesday, let's elect Republicans like Stan Parris
who measure progress made by people helped -- and who will build
a government which stands for America's interests. //
( (You know, tonight is Halloween, and when you get to the
age that Barbara and I are, Halloween parties aren't quite the
same. The highlight of the one we're going to tonight is bobbing
for applesauce. )) // For years now, the Democrats living in
that haunted house on Capitol Hill have tried to trick America.
// On Election Day -- by electing Republicans -- we can give
America a treat. //
5
Ask Stan Parris. America needs a Republican Congress that
will balance the budget by cutting spending -- not a Democratic
Congress that tries to raise the income-taxes of the middle-
class. 11
Ask Stan Parris. America needs a Republican Congress that
will pass our tough crime bill -- not a Democratic Congress that
tries to weaken the law and gut the death penalty. //
Ask Stan Parris. America needs a Republican Congress that
will end the influence of special interests -- not a Democratic
Congress that wants taxpayers to join lobbyists in re-electing
the Tax and Spenders. // In short, the only way to send a message
to Washington is to elect a Republican majority. The only way to
send a message to Washington is not to elect Democrats. 11
I've known Stan Parris for many years. I like him --
respect him. So has the Eighth District of perhaps America's
most historic State. // Next Tuesday, let's prove that we love
Parris in the spring-time -- at any time -- more than we love
Congress in the fall. 11 Let's keep Stan Parris on the side of
those who want a Congress which will work with the President for
the good of all. 11
Let's go to the polls. And roll up our sleeves to re-elect
a magnificent U.S. Congressman. Thank you for what you've done,
and will do, for Stan. / God bless the United States. And let's
re-elect Stan Parris as Congressman from the Eighth District of
the great State of Virginia.
#
#
#
#