James H. Douglas Quotes

• Our 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.

  James H. Douglas

  Powerful, Land, Work Ethic

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• I am often reminded that the wellspring of Vermont liberty flows from Main Street, not State Street.

  James H. Douglas

  Liberty, Vermont, Flow

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• 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.

  James H. Douglas

  Retirement, Jobs, Home

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• I don't believe it is in the state's interest to industrialize our ridge lines.

  James H. Douglas

  Believe, Wind, Lines

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• Our forbears worked hard this difficult land, and their reward was the freedom and independence of self-sufficiency.

  James H. Douglas

  Land, Self, Independence

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• We all want peace. Unfortunately, there are times when peace must be defended by fighting terror and tyranny.

  James H. Douglas

  Fighting, Want, Tyranny

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• So 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.

  James H. Douglas

  Commitment, Creative, Challenges

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• By virtue of my traditions, and my community, I worked hard to ensure that I was accepted as part of the traditional family of America.

  James H. Douglas

  America, Community, Tradition

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