James H. Douglas's Quotes
Born: 1952-06-21
Profession: Politician
Nation: American
Biography of James H. Douglas
A good job is more than just a paycheck. A good job fosters independence and discipline, and contributes to the health of the community. A good job is a means to provide for the health and welfare of your family, to own a home, and save for retirement.
Tags: Family, Good, HealthOur forbears worked hard this difficult land, and their reward was the freedom and independence of self-sufficiency.
Tags: Difficult, Freedom, HardWe all want peace. Unfortunately, there are times when peace must be defended by fighting terror and tyranny.
Tags: Fighting, Peace, TimesBy virtue of my traditions, and my community, I worked hard to ensure that I was accepted as part of the traditional family of America.
Tags: America, Family, HardEveryone, young and old, must have access to the knowledge and skills to participate in the evolving economy.
Tags: Knowledge, Old, YoungI am often reminded that the wellspring of Vermont liberty flows from Main Street, not State Street.
Tags: Liberty, Often, StateOur deep respect for the land and its harvest is the legacy of generations of farmers who put food on our tables, preserved our landscape, and inspired us with a powerful work ethic.
Tags: Food, Respect, WorkSo I come before you with a budget that is honest in its discussion of our challenges, creative in its possible solutions, compassionate in its commitment to our most vulnerable, and balanced on the bottom line.
Tags: Creative, Honest, Possible