James Hill: “there are only a handful of words that can describe the emotions that we are all feeling today. But for a moment, all…”

“there are only a handful of words that can describe the emotions that we are all feeling today. But for a moment, all Americans should reflect on the words which describe Friday's actions of J.J. Chestnut and John Gibson: heroism, sacrifice, honor, commitment, duty. Much has been said, appropriately so, about their heroism and about their dedication to duty. Much has been said about the appreciation and respect we in the Capitol community extend to the family and friends of these brave men who have given us the ultimate sacrifice. I was traveling back home to Montana at the time of the incident, returning to my home State to speak to Members of the Montana Police Protective Association. In turn, these representatives of Montana's entire law enforcement community have personally asked me to convey their deepest condolences to the families and the associates of Officer Chestnut and Detective Gibson. All Montanans are feeling the deepest sympathy over these events, and we reach out in prayer and in support and in compassion today.”