• It is unfortunate we were put in the position where the Republicans made it clear they were ready to let everything fall unless they got these tax cuts.

    Joe Biden: It is unfortunate we were put in the position where the Republicans made it clear they were ready to let everything fall unless they got these tax cuts.
    "One-on-one with Joe Biden". Interview with David Gregory, www.nbcnews.com. December 19, 2010.