In 1977, when I became Speaker, I started meeting with TV reporters each morning when I arrived at work. Later in the morning, I would hold a news conference before the House opened. I always told the truth and almost never answered with 'no comment.' Thomas P. O'Neill answerarrivecomment share on social
I certainly tried to make the House a more open and effective place, and I believe I succeeded. Thomas P. O'Neill effectivehousemake Change image and share on social
Let us forget the frustrations of the past and think of our unfulfilled potential. Thomas P. O'Neill forgetfrustrationpast Change image and share on social
Ninety-nine percent of the time, if you're straight with the press, they'll be straight with you. Thomas P. O'Neill ninetypercentpress Change image and share on social
That's politics. After six o'clock, we can be friends, but before six, it's politics. Thomas P. O'Neill clockfriendpolitic Change image and share on social
I intend to be a strong Speaker. I hope to make some imaginative changes around here. Thomas P. O'Neill hopeimaginativeintend Change image and share on social
I said in a speech out in Peoria that with Jerry in as vice president, the pressures on Nixon to resign would be unbearable. I know that Republicans see 50 House seats flying out the window in 1974. Thomas P. O'Neill flyhousejerry Change image and share on social
A good lesson in keeping your perspective is: Take your job seriously but don't take yourself seriously. Thomas P. O'Neill goodjobkeep Change image and share on social
It's easier to run for office than to run the office. Thomas P. O'Neill easyofficerun Change image and share on social
