Quotes by Arlen Specter

"There's nothing more important than our good health - that's our principal capital asset."

"The fundamental purpose of government is to protect its citizens."

"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."

"It's inspirational to see someone who is dying smile."

"There is no higher value in our society than integrity."

"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."

"The best way to reduce the cost of medical care is to reduce the illness."