Jesse Helms Quotes & Sayings
23 most famous Jesse Helms quotes and sayings. These are the first 10 quotes we have for him. He was an American politician who passed away on 4 July, 2008.
“Conservatism is a hard choice for a society that has become accustomed to big government and big entitlements promoted by liberals.”
“What I am suggesting is hard work and it can be slow work, but the rewards are well worth it.”
“I want our government to encourage and protect freedom as well as our traditions of faith and family.”
“I became a Republican when a very wise young lady asked me how I could remain a Democrat when I didn't agree with what they stood for and did agree with what the Republicans supported.”
“We can live our own lives in a way that does not bring reproach on the principles we claim to support.”
“I was with some Vietnamese recently, and some of them were smoking two cigarettes at the same time. That's the kind of customers we need!”
“This is an area where North Carolina does excel. I have known more colorful North Carolina political figures than I have colorless ones.”
“The interests of the United States are better served by demanding reform and seeing that reform takes place than by removing our influence from the UN.”
“America must be the moral leader. It is not enough to have power. Power must be used to protect freedom and give all people hope for the opportunity to see the fruit of their own labor.”
“The big secret to winning elections is to get more votes than your opponent. My friend Representative Robin Hayes is a good example to study.”
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