Applaud Quotations

These illegal aliens are criminals and we need to treat them as such. I'm not in favor of giving amnesty to anybody who has broken the law. I applaud what our Georgia legislature is doing in trying to crack down on this situation.

I applaud anyone who wants to take on the load that comes with being President of the United States. You really have to love your country to place yourself in that position.

Encourage children to write their own stories, and then don't rain on their parade. Don't say, 'That's not true.' Applaud flights of fantasy. Help with spelling and grammar, but stand up and cheer the use of imagination.

I love looking at people who have achieved a lot - even Kim Kardashian, who has made a brand out of being a reality TV star; I applaud that.

Reality shows have a lot to answer for. They applaud mediocrity.

I applaud Women in Film - not only for celebrating the successes of women, but for providing a safety network to mentor women and to discuss the particular issues that arise in a very male-dominated industry.

At the end of every stage performance, the audience all applaud me for doing my job, but I have friends who work in offices who don't get that.

Change will not come from above, it will come from below, from the small and medium size businesspeople. They do dare to show their faces. They applaud us and help us financially.

I applaud President Obama for launching his 'My Brother's Keeper' initiative that is aimed to empower our youth to achieve success.

We applaud those lawmakers, from both sides of the aisle, who have demanded the truth from the government. The rule of law has been broken, and Congress and the public have a right to know. Effective and public oversight can be done without compromising state secrets. The administration must stop using national security as a blanket reason to keep their illegal activities hidden in the shadows.

We applaud those in Congress who have refused to let drilling proponents manipulate them and the democratic process. Although there are some still willing to do Big Oil?s bidding, the drilling lobby and their allies will be hard-pressed to keep Arctic drilling in the budget knowing that it is dead on arrival in the House.

We applaud this as a first step. We believe every child deserves an optimal class size.

We applaud the understanding reached and trust it will resolve the outstanding issues that were difficult for both parties.

We applaud the Senate Armed Services Committee's action. We are hopeful that the U.S. military will now take actions to increase checkpoint safety as well as deal with the prolonged, open-ended detention of journalists in Iraq.

We applaud the Red Sox for decisively dealing with this matter.

We applaud the five judiciary members who voted their conscience and took a principled position in opposition to the nomination of John Roberts to be Chief Justice of the United States. However, we are profoundly disappointed that the committee, as a whole, ignored compelling evidence against his nomination.

We applaud the FDA for defining what whole grain is. Unfortunately, the FDA has not defined any claims concerning the grain content of foods. Consumers should continue to check labels. Grains such as wheat, rice, oats or corn must be described as 'whole' in the list of ingredients to be considered a significant source of whole grain and also should be one of the first three ingredients listed.

We applaud the farmer who did the right thing by turning over the sick cow in question to a veterinarian for testing.

We applaud the efforts of Cindy Sheehan in Texas. We consider her the Rosa Parks of the new movement opposing the Iraq war.

We applaud the efforts of Best Buy in helping to relieve some of the burden of recycling the unprecedented amount of electronic waste generated by Hurricane Katrina on the Mississippi Coast. While recycling electronic waste takes more time and labor, this effort is about protecting human health and the environment.

We applaud the direction of the secretary of state in establishing the Global internet Freedom Task Force. This embraces the government-to-government approach that Yahoo has been urging.

We applaud the courageous person that made this referral, and congratulate our investigators and fiscal managers that have worked hundreds of hours investigating this case. We mean business when we say we are going to clean up programs and run a tighter ship. We will urge prosecution to the full extent of the law for those who abuse the system and misuse public resources taking them away from those who need them most. This agency is on course to reform its operations; those that are defrauding DSS may want to consider coming forward of their own accord.

We applaud the commitment of companies that act voluntarily to build this added level of safety into their products.

We applaud the bravery of someone willing to help put an end to abuse.

We applaud such efforts, but I don't think shutting one market down will solve all the problems we are facing.

We applaud studies using animals to figure out ethical ways to obtain embryonic stem cells apart from the creation and destruction of human embryos. So far, however, no one appears to have accomplished this feat. Meanwhile, the good news is that adult stem cells are already providing real cures for real patients.

We applaud Southern Company for being a leader with corporate fleets giving their employees access to a cleaner means of transportation and for continuing the partnership in the federal fleet program,

We applaud Senators Ensign and Byrd for winning this resounding victory for horses. Senate offices received thousands of calls from constituents who love horses, and we thank lawmakers for acting decisively to end the slaughter of these American icons and trusted companions. The identical language from the House and Senate should put this issue to rest and save tens of thousands of horses from a grim and painful end.

We applaud President Bush and his commitment to greater consumer health care empowerment. The evidence is mounting to show that informed consumers who control their own health care spending are also more likely to make better personal health care choices.

We applaud Microsoft's efforts and we applaud efforts by any brand owner that takes steps to protect its intellectual property.

We applaud law enforcement for bringing this man to justice. We think this case will send a strong message that we will pursue anyone who tries to do something like this.

We applaud his wanting to be absolutely, totally honorable in every way,

We applaud him because his statement was swift, it was responsible, and it was contrite, ... We accepted the contrition and the spirit behind it and our board, in our session, unanimously accepted this statement as well as accepted Rev. Jackson's apology.

We applaud Greg for his dedication to this mission, but also his drive to encourage young people to study science, math and astronomy by giving a first-hand description of the wonders of space.

We applaud films that present the bond between dogs and their people. The downside is that people become so enamored by the character portrayed on screen that they want that dog in their home. They assume the breed is great without examining if it is the right match for their lifestyles.

We applaud FEMA for extending the opportunity for government agencies and private non-profits affected by Katrina to apply for assistance that may be available to them.

We applaud federal and state law enforcement for their tireless work in making these arrests concerning the Alabama church fires.

We applaud Compass Group North America for its leadership. Its commitment, and a similar decision by major food retailer Wal-Mart, is a significant step toward transformation of the seafood market in ways that support sustainable fisheries and healthy ocean ecosystems.

We applaud (Colombia's) strategy as an ambitious, but realistic package of mutually reinforcing policies. The U.S. government will carefully review Colombia's request for international assistance, and, in consultation with the Congress, develop proposals on how the U.S. can best assist (the Colombian government).

We applaud Burger King Corp. for launching this program to replace these nets and improve playground safety at its restaurants nationwide,

We applaud anything that will give law enforcement an extra layer in tracking offenders, ... It will allow us to know unequivocally what they're doing.

Throughout the initiative's three-year history, we've received stories of more than 10,000 everyday heroes nationwide. Each person is an inspiring and compelling individual who in his or her unique way has dramatically improved a person's life or brought change to a community. We applaud everyone's efforts, and we encourage people to nominate their own hero in the coming week.

We've got kids who signed who never would have looked at the University of Illinois but are now interested in Illinois because of Coach Zook. That makes you proud. He's relentless on the recruiting road. I applaud that. That brings a lot of energy and excitement to the fans.

Wayne Rooney is a fantastic player who wants to win every game. It is his determination which is coming to the fore. Unfortunately, things like that happened to me many years ago when I had a go at the referee. I did daft things and I once got booked for showing a ref the red card. But the rules have changed now, and if you applaud the ref that is what happens.

We are honored to participate in this Consumer Choice Initiative, and we applaud the Mayor for recognizing the importance of consumer choice and especially for educating consumers about the benefits of pollution free electricity from renewable sources. Most people don't know that making electricity is the leading cause of industrial air pollution in the United States. Green Mountain Energy Company provides customers with an easy way to purchase clean, affordable electricity.

We are all about safety and mobility. Our role in the city's comprehensive planning process is pretty passive at the moment. We certain applaud any efforts to improve mobility on state infrastructure.

Many measures of child and adolescent well-being have improved over the past decade but few as dramatically as teen pregnancy, ... On the occasion of the National Campaign's 10th anniversary, we will celebrate the power of prevention, applaud the tremendous progress the nation has made on an issue many once considered intractable, thank all those who have helped the National Campaign along the way, and underscore the fact that the problem of teen pregnancy is far from solved.

My initial reaction is that there are some real people who will benefit from this, which is good, and I applaud the Republicans (24 of whom joined all 49 Democrats on the House floor in approving the bill). But it's only a partial step forward.

More and more people are doing their giving with a few clicks of a mouse rather than writing and mailing checks because it's faster, easier and more cost effective for the charities they support. That's especially true in December, when people make most of their donations. This December, we're seeing the online giving trend on a remarkable scale with double last year's contributions, despite the fact that people already gave so much online for disaster relief this year. We applaud Yahoo! for helping to encourage this outpouring of online giving and ensuring more resources get to many charities that need our help more than ever.

Obviously, Sacramento has been very successful, and we applaud them for that success,

I wish I could applaud all of you in the media for such fairness, ... But I certainly can't.

I'd like to see them applaud him in recognition of all he accomplished here. We wouldn't have won the World Series without him.

I am excited, and I applaud the city council for its creativity and bold decision to put the issue squarely before the courts in a way that is not reckless.

I am happy that the premier is coming, to stress for Italy the importance of these games. If the people at the stadium will applaud or whistle (the equivalent of booing in Europe) is another matter.

I applaud Malaysia's leadership in ratifying this important convention, which creates an international legal framework that will help attract finance to the aviation industry.

I applaud him for going through it, but I think it probably had a little affect on him during the game, ... And that's one reason he didn't locate as well as he has been recently.

I applaud him for getting through it, ... But I think it probably had a little effect on him.

I applaud her courage. It takes a big person to take a step back.

I applaud Elk Grove for the stance they are taking,

I applaud Director (Robert) Mueller for reaching out to Iowa State and other universities.

I applaud DARPA for recognizing the tremendous potential of solar energy to provide reliable electricity to our troops in the field and to improve our energy security here at home.

I applaud Congress for the passage of FALCPA. Chairman Joe Barton and Ranking Member John D. Dingell in the House, Energy and Commerce Committee were instrumental in moving this bipartisan legislation forward. Representative Nita Lowey was the original sponsor of the legislation. FDA also applauds the dedication and leadership of the legislation's sponsors in the Senate, which include Senators Judd Gregg and Edward Kennedy.

I applaud Blue Cross' efforts to help communities consider the health implications of their municipal planning decisions. Community designs that accommodate more active lifestyles will be better for all of us.

I feel so good, (even) with my own sadness. I can only imagine, and probably better than most, the feeling they must have in that locker room and on that campus. Those kids, many of them were passed over by Big East schools and others, and I tip my hat to their courage ... to the incredible coaching job that Jimmy did and to everybody at George Mason University. ... I applaud them. I share in some degree Jimmy's joy because as a friend, I know what he must be feeling in his heart.

I can only imagine the feeling they must have in that locker room, on that campus. They couldn't have imagined this, but they've done it. I applaud them. They deserved to win.

Given the massive catastrophe losses absorbed by insurers in nine-months 2005, the increase in income and surplus during the first three quarters of the year is a testament to the underlying financial health of the industry. But we can't afford to lose sight of the fact that, as bad as Hurricanes Katrina and Rita were, insurers and the public remain exposed to far more devastating catastrophes that could strain insurers' ability to fulfill their obligations to policyholders. According to PCS, Hurricane Katrina caused a record $38.1 billion in direct insured losses to property. But catastrophe modeling by AIR Worldwide shows we face the prospect of hurricanes causing more than $100 billion in damage. Even as we applaud insurers' success coping with the catastrophes of 2005, we must do more to assure that insurers and the people they serve will survive when even more devastating storms strike.

I get opinions every day. But I need timely, accurate information in a meaningful context, and that is why I support this project and applaud its report.

He has talked to the 0 and he's probably going to go to the 0, ... I applaud that. I told him that when you're our age, the way everybody's looking for 19 year olds, if a car opens up, jump in it. Jeff said he didn't want to leave us high and dry, but I told him to protect himself.

We support them and applaud them because it also brings about change.

We are fully cooperating and we applaud the FTC's efforts to keep the Internet safe for consumers,

We are extremely proud of the fact that Al spent so much of his remarkable career as a member of the Blues, and that he is retiring here in St. Louis, ... His accomplishments will serve as a significant part of this organization's permanent history and lore. We look forward to honoring him this season during a special night and allowing all of our fans to applaud him on the ice once again.

Having a W adjacent to the arena will again show everyone that it's increasingly cool to be in downtown Phoenix, even when it's hot, ... I applaud Mr. Sarver and his associates for their support of the downtown community in such a bold and creative way.

We look forward to honoring him this season during a special night and allowing all of our fans to applaud him on the ice once again.

Grow Utah Ventures is one of the most innovative, interesting, progressive things that has happened in this state in forever. I just really applaud Alan, and there are others out there like him that want to put their gain that they've gotten in this world and put it back into good use.

I think that's absolutely great, a rainy night and everything -- that this many people came out for this meeting. I am going to applaud that myself.

I will be a hypocrite if I stand before an audience and applaud the President's track record at YSU when I introduce him as part of the program.

It is a pity. It was only a few people and most of them did applaud but it is a pity, you can't say anything else.

I think there's a desire for results, a hard-bitten realism. The primary goal is not some sort of symbolic display, or some sort of posture or attitude, but results. If that's what it means, then I applaud the turn to practicality. Today the far right is in charge, and I don't think you can create the possibility of broad-based radicalism until you defeat the far right. Put the center in power and then you have the possibility--or the luxury--of radicalism.

I saw Beckham go over and applaud the Welsh fans at the end of the match which was a magnificent gesture on his behalf. He appreciated the fantastic support they had given the Welsh team.

Our government is based upon a separation of powers and a system of checks and balances. The actions taken by the president undermine the very foundations of our country. We urge the relevant Congressional committees to investigate how the president abused his power as our chief executive. We applaud Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Arlen Specter for committing to hold oversight hearings. The American people deserve to know the truth.

President Bush has nominated Roberts to become the most powerful judge on the nation's highest court. The public has a right to see documents that will give us more information about his judicial philosophy. If the White House continues to stall, then it begs the question, 'What is the president hiding, and why?' ... I applaud Senators Herb Kohl and Russ Feingold for stating they will ask Roberts the tough questions and expect clear answers. We are urging Wisconsinites who value freedom and privacy to call their senators and urge them to oppose Roberts' nomination.

My role tonight is to sit there and enjoy it and applaud at the appropriate places in case he says something wise,

My purpose is to applaud them for generating ideas in a course of a campaign. I wouldn't say I agree with 100 percent of the ideas reflected here, even though a number of those are ideas I have talked about.

I was happy with the performance, if not with the result. We should have scored more points in the first period when we made them look ordinary. Ultimately however they were too strong for us. I must applaud the way Hawks play the game. They are the fourth professional team in Scotland.

I think Charlize Theron is just as good when she is looking really pretty in a movie as when she gains 10 pounds and puts on a nose. I applaud her - good for her that she doesn't care. But she's just as good, whether she's pretty or not.

I think libraries are an important part of the community. If it wasn't for librarians recommending our books to people coming into the library unsure of what to read, where would authors be? I really applaud this community for being so serious about giving to their libraries.

That was a great at-bat. You never know if that has anything to do with the next guy, but when a guy makes a bunch of pitches on you, and he nubs the ball to shortstop and he beats it out, I think it takes something out of you. You've got to applaud Willy for hanging tough in that at-bat.

I would like to separate two things - one sporting and the other humanity. We want to demonstrate to the world that we think differently, we respect opponents and we can applaud them.

When you're talking about the best first five years in major league history, how's that not huge? Whether it's 100 RBIs, the .300 batting average or 30 homers, it's huge ... it's historic. We're not going to be cool about that one. We just saw history. I don't think you see history in this game that often. When you see it, you applaud it.

We believe the Street should view the 41 cents per share number as the truest operating metric and therefore applaud this morning's report card.

You have to applaud them for doing something because it has gotten out of control. But it's going to be a tough one to police. It's a ball-or-strike call on what's blatant and what isn't blatant.

The Patriot Act debate is far from over, and we will continue to fight for reforms to protect civil liberties. While Congress failed to adopt much-needed reforms to the law to better protect freedom and privacy, lawmakers also rejected pressure from the White House to include significant and unwarranted expansions of government power. We applaud those fair-minded lawmakers that have fought to bring the law in line with the Constitution, and together, we will continue to push for reforms to keep America safe and free.

We want to applaud and celebrate where steps forward have occurred, but criticize and lament where steps have not been taken. We're talking about an issue that is of life-and-death consequence in the nation's capital.

When people move from one extreme set of views to embrace another equally batty picture of the world, they expect us to applaud their choice, as if the fact that they have rejected one form of nuttiness somehow validates the screwball views they hold now.

We would applaud China and its success as only the third country to launch people into space.

To the best of my knowledge, I do not intend to applaud too much, nor degrade the Country I am in, I believe I speak the simple truth.

The partnership between Missouri State University and IBM creates tremendous opportunities for both students and faculty alike. I applaud IBM's effort and commitment to advancing the study of technology in schools. I would encourage others to follow in their example of providing support to students who will be called upon to compete in an increasingly technology-driven, global workplace.

While I applaud what they're doing -- they seem to be embracing it -- I want to look real hard at this to see that they have had a change of heart and want to make this a way of life, ... Good Morning, America.

While I applaud the sentiment, I think it's not likely to be practically realistic to plan to try to offset in other places of the budget the large emergency relief that's needed in this case,

While I applaud the role our student crowd played in supporting our team last night, we will meet to discuss and modify what occurred when many students rushed the floor.