Well, we guess that the rest of the world has finally figured out what most of us in the Tar Heel state have known for a long time -- our senior senator occasionally talks out of school. Frankly, we're used to it but apparently the rest of the world isn't. So here is a sampler of Jesse quotes and other goodies we have collected over the years
"Mr. Clinton better watch out if he comes down here. He'd better have a bodyguard."
Sen. Jesse A. Helms, R-N.C., in a interview with News & Observer reporter James Rosen.
I can be flippant and say that it is a lot easier to throw grenades than it is to catch them. You spend a lot of time in a chairmanship that even other senators don't realize. It is like running a business.
--News & Observer, 11/16/ 86
The Lord did not make me impossible of error. All I've had to offer you is the total dedication in serving you as best I know how. And I've always leveled with you, and always will, knowing full well that everyone will not agree with me.
--campaign debate, News & Observer, 7/30/84