The danger of what's happening right now in terms of using reconciliation is, the purpose of the Senate is going to be defeated. And that is to bring consensus to big issues in this country so that we have a reasoned and thoughtful approach and that the American public buys into it. Tom Coburn americanapproachbig share on social
And I thought I would just share with you what science says today about silicone breast implants. If you have them, you're healthier than if you don't. In fact, there's no science that shows that silicone breast implants are detrimental and, in fact, they make you healthier. Tom Coburn breastdetrimentalfact share on social
Lesbianism is so rampant in some of the schools in southeast Oklahoma that they'll only let one girl go to the bathroom. Now think about it. Think about that issue. How is it that that's happened to us? Tom Coburn bathroomgirlhappen share on social
I used to have a great fear of constitutional conventions. I have a great fear now of not having one. Tom Coburn constitutionalconventionfear Change image and share on social
I believe keeping our promises should be our highest priority and that means saving Social Security and Medicare while preserving the American dream for our children and grandchildren. Tom Coburn americanchilddream Change image and share on social
I believe all life has value, from conception to natural death. And I believe the intentional taking of human life, except to save lives, should be a capital offense, as it is in most states in America today. Tom Coburn americacapitalconception share on social
Social Security and Medicare represent promises made and we must keep these commitments. Tom Coburn commitmentmakemedicare Change image and share on social
The problem that faces our country today, the last 30 years we have lived off the future, and the bill is coming due. So there cannot be anything that is not put on the table. There will not be one American that will not be called to sacrifice. Those that are more well-to-do will be called to sacrifice to a greater extent. Tom Coburn americanbillcall share on social
An easily accessible and transparent database of contract information will bring sunshine into the confusing and sometimes shadowy practice of government contracting. Tom Coburn accessiblebringconfuse Change image and share on social
Republicans should simply focus on first principles and give the American people what they want - an honest party dedicated to common sense, fiscal responsibility and limited government. If we govern to save the country, we'll do well as a party. Tom Coburn americancommoncountry share on social