Pennsylvania is a very tough state people dont last long in Pennsylvania politics. – Arlen Specter
If you are going to have to play defense all the time, you cannot have the kind of ingenuity, assertiveness, independence, and intelligence which is what has made our country strong. – Arlen Specter
My father was an immigrant who literally walked across Europe to get out of Russia. He fought in World War I. He was wounded in action. My father was a great success even though he never had money. He was a very determined man, a great role model. – Arlen Specter
American credibility in the war on terrorism depends on a strong stand against all terrorist acts, whether committed by foe or friend. – Arlen Specter