Famous Quotes & Sayings

Tommy Thompson

It reflects our commitment to reversing this tragic obesity trend, in which far too many Americans are literally eating themselves to death,

It represents the commitment we have to the arts, ... This is a commitment to the community -- the University community and the Charlottesville community.

It really depends on the committee and the preferences of the committee members.

It's a huge challenge, actually. We get in there and we roll up our sleeves and start working It's grueling, but personally, I'm so committed to it that I just do it.

Andre Agassi

It's all going to come to an end at one time or another. Until that point, I want to be committed to this and see it through.

It's a level of commitment municipalities feel isn't strong enough when it's in statute.

It's a joint statement, a commitment for further strengthening between Japan and Qatar in the economic and industrial sectors.

I told the girls it is a good start, but it's a start and that's all it is. Now we know what we have to do. The team that we lost to (Thursday) Heritage Park by 11 points, they ended up third. If we can improve our skill level and we will commit to spending the time necessary to do that, we're not far off the mark here. We're just not skilled enough yet.

Tony Parker

It proves that the committee is Anglo-Saxon. They prefer the English.

It probably was a good loss for us. We lost our poise and committed some turnovers we usually don't make. The loss rejuvenated us and tested our faith. We could have easily gone south from there. But we refocused, got things back together, stuck to the covenant, and things have been working in our favor ever since.

It is wonderful to see companies who have the commitment that these companies show. They are really trying to do the right thing with their workforce. They are good examples for the rest of American business.

This is the light at the end of the tunnel. The world can be polio-free in another 12 to 18 months everywhere, and the poorest countries in the world are committed to turning this around.

This is the kind of investment that is reflective of the strategic commitment and intention to continue a military presence in Iraq .

Jesse Jackson

This Justice Department is dishonoring the commitment made in 1965.

Kevin Dunn

They really couldn't handle our quarterback's speed and we didn't commit any penalties, ... I'm happy with our running game, but we really need to improve our passing game.

They're all going to see quality playing time. But we might be playing games by committee sometimes, games in which I substitute a lot. We just need more girls to play 60 minutes of consistent hockey. Two five-minute spurts isn't going to get us anywhere.

They reaffirmed their commitment to the Iran-Pakistan-India gas pipeline and an early ratification of the LNG deal already signed between the two countries.

They're obviously pretty committed to getting the $1,200 out the door.

They have terrific numbers defensively. They've got a real commitment to play defense.

There's a role for everyone who wants to make a difference. If people are interested in helping, it doesn't have to be monetarily. How about volunteering? How about serving on a committee to implement a fund raiser? If someone's willing to help and support this program, we'll plug them in through whatever fashion is most comfortable for them.

There's been an enormous commitment of resources. You're right, it's a lot of money. But (cover the news is) what we do.

There's a whole question about the commitment of the university to support programs,

There's also going to have to be a large private commitment.

Mark Richards

There's a lot of ways to go in there and steal games. First and foremost is the commitment to play the system and play as hard as they can every shift.

G. H. Hardy

There's a push from the energy committee to look at specific provisions and see how we can make it happen on the ground.

It's a sad day in the Big Sky. Mick's an icon there. He's a great guy and I wish him the best. I can't even fathom the commitment that he's given to that institution.

It?s a tribute to his hard work. He?s dedicated. He made a commitment to be the best. A lot of kids say they want to be the best, but are they gonna work for it? I know there?s gonna be constant references to him in coaching. He?s put everything into it.

It's a big commitment. They have to leave their jobs and lives for six-eight weeks. We have to make sure they are as serious about the commitment as we are about the show.

Terry Stotts

It was a tough game. And we pressed for 36 minutes. In the fourth game in five nights, to show commitment to winning a game we needed to have, the guys showed a lot of heart and character.

Dick Armey

It was a well run race. It was a race of enthusiasm and energy and commitment to principles to which we all have a good subscription. ... I feel that in the process I have been provided an even more keenly honed opportunity to learn and understand the needs and the interests of this majority.

It was a mistimed tackle, and not malicious, but we would not win an appeal. When players are as committed as mine are, these things happen, and it was a physical game, though there were no hard feelings afterwards.

It's a celebration of their lifelong commitment to agricultural endeavors. We recognize them for their longevity in service within agriculture.

It's a bummer. We've been practicing for the last three to four months. I think there was a lack of commitment by some of the players.