Political Quotes

“Mr. President, I walked out of a meeting and got to see my dear friend and distinguished colleague from New Jersey addressing these incredible individuals behind me, in front of me, and all around the room. And so, in typical fashion, I literally ran out of the door to come and be a part of this. First, I think you know that for my distinguished colleague from New Jersey and I, one of our favorite things that we get to do each and every semester that you are here, is to host you--host you for lunch and conversation in a way that I think America needs to see. We do it across the aisle. We have laughs, thanks to this one, and we have a good time. And we get to dive into who you are and what your questions are and what this body is about. Getting to be a part of this distinguished poetry contest that you have, that is a new one for me, and it is one that I hope I continue to get to do--because, guys, you all are incredible. When I was reading through these, it reminded me not only how special it is that we get to walk in these doors every day, how incredible this body is, and the gravity of the jobs that we do; but it showed me how phenomenal each and every one of you are for giving up your time, your energy, and your talent to make sure that this institution and our Nation are better. So thank you--thank you, thank you--for what you have given to this country through your service here the last couple of months.…”