Justin Amash Quotes

United States, Lawyer
April 18, 1980

Justin Amash is an American lawyer and politician who has served as the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 3rd congressional district since 2011. Originally a member of the Republican Party, Amash became an independent in July 2019 before joining the Libertarian Party in April 2020. Amash is the first member of the Libertarian Party to serve in either house of Congress.

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As a legislator, I saw how effective I could be by being transparent, posting and explaining all of my votes.

Justin Amash
I follow a set of principles; I follow the Constitution. And that's what I base my votes on. Limited government, economic freedom, and individual liberty.

Justin Amash

But I'm hopeful some of that will start to change. The public is more libertarian, the public is saying we want people who are going to be independent and not bow to leadership in either of the major parties.

Justin Amash
Those of us who are pro-life should demand more from Congress. While we waste time on stuff like this, genuine legislation to protect life is ignored.

Justin Amash
- Congress
- Demand
- Pro-life
I don't have a particular go-to political blog.

Justin Amash
- Political
- Have
- Blog
Legislation that names a specific private organization to defund (rather than all organizations that engage in a particular activity) is improper and arguably unconstitutional.

Justin Amash
Everyone knows about the substantive issues of concern, like federal health care, but very little is said about the process, the lack of accountability.

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If you're going to vote yes and change the law. You have to know what's in it. You can't depend on other people.

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- Law
- Change
- Depend

I think something substantial will pass out of the House at some point during this term.

Justin Amash
- House
- Term
- Pass
The IRS takes your money. Congress uses our money to arm our enemies. The IRS takes more of your money. Congress uses that money to fight the enemies Congress just armed.

Justin Amash
- Money
- Enemies
- Congress