One thing I've learned - and I've said this to Republicans and Democrats - is, bees cannot sting and make honey at the same time. They have to make a…

- Emanuel Cleaver

There is more power in unity than division.

- Emanuel Cleaver

The truth of the matter is the tone is toxic here in Washington, and we have been exporting it around the country.

- Emanuel Cleaver

We've gotten to the point now where Republicans and Democrats have nothing in common besides being members of the 'caustic caucus,' and we can't get …

- Emanuel Cleaver

God did not burden the United States with a diversity of backgrounds, ideas and religions, He blessed America with them.

- Emanuel Cleaver

We have Democrats saying dumb things every single day, and Republicans as well.

- Emanuel Cleaver

America, I am a strong believer that how we treat each other matters.

- Emanuel Cleaver

[Raul Castro] is one of the most amazing human beings I've ever met.

- Emanuel Cleaver

This deal is a sugar-coated satan sandwich. If you lift the bun, you will not like what you see.

- Emanuel Cleaver