Political Quotes

“Madam Clerk, I rise tonight in the spirit of 1923 to address the House. Madam Clerk, I rise to nominate Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House. Madam Clerk, first let me express my deep appreciation and the appreciation of everybody in this room for the work you are doing. Our Clerk has stepped up and reflects our House's best tradition of preparation and dedication to this institution, and we are grateful. From the first Speaker of the House, the Honorable Frederick Muhlenberg, to the one who will be elected next, Kevin McCarthy, the role of Speaker of the House is one of the most beloved in American history. The Speaker's mission is to carry out the principled goals and objectives of his or her party while at the same time protecting this institution and the traditions of the people's House all the while remaining faithful to that imperative in our preamble of the Constitution to ``promote the general welfare.'' It is a difficult job that takes a special personality with deep affection for the House, robust courage, a sense of humor, and great amounts of humility and patience. I have watched Kevin McCarthy for longer than my 8 years serving in this Chamber, and I can say without hesitation that Kevin has brought these foundational traits of leadership to bear for the good of this institution and for the good of the American people. It is said that a nation not in control of her finances cannot control her destiny, and I agree.…”