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On the ABM . . .
Senator Byrd cast his vote for the Safeguard AntiBallistic Missile System, saying, "It is not a warmaking weapon. Its only use is to protect the United States in the event of attack," adding, "in such complex matters as missile defense, it is not possible to be certain, but it is possible to be prudent. I support prudence."
On Taxes . . .
“Taxes now take 36 cents put of every dollar earned in this country. “Federal taxes alone are 29 times as large as they were in 1939 and now take one-fourth of all income earned in the nation. “Each extension of a tax makes the next extension easier. I think this must be avoided. The government must keep faith with the people . . . The best way to fight inflation is by reducing spending, not by increasing taxes.”
On Transportation . . .
“Traffic congestion in Northern Virginia is a serious problem. If something isn’t done soon, there will be signs at the Virginia end of the bridges across the Potomac that read: ‘Washington: You Can’t Get There <grom Here.’ “I actively support the Metro subway system and the express bus service on Shirley Highway. I also have urged prompt completion of such road projects as Interstate 66 inside the Beltway and improved traffic flow around Crystal City. “In addition, I am actively working for a study leading to establishment of a surface rail commuter service in Northern Virginia.”
On the SST. . .
“The supersonic transport is a costly project, and scientists have testified that it could cause damage to the environment. Congress would be setting a poor example for the nation if it approved huge sums for this aircraft in this inflationary period."
Voting Record
For the first six months of 1970, Sen. Byrd’s
participation in roll call votes was 93 per cent.
During his five years of service, he voted on 95
per cent of all Senate roll calls. Last year, his
record was 98 per cent—ranking fourth among
the Senate's 100 members.
88.0%