Political Quotes

“I certainly want to extend my appreciation and commendation to the managers of this important legislation, commending the 1-year anniversary of this tragic event that occurred to these seven astronauts that represented our Nation. I was privileged to be a member of the congressional delegation that personally visited Texas last year when we conducted a very special service on behalf of these great Americans. I think if there is anything that I can remember well on this special service that was held last year was the fact of the diversity of these distinguished Americans. I recall one whose ancestry was from the country of India, and we had a gentleman also who was a former pilot representing the State of Israel, showing the idea that this is not just an American project. I think what this sacrifice extends in my understanding, and certainly my belief, is how much humanity that there was in the efforts and the sacrifices that these great people made and certainly I would like to extend my condolences and appreciation to the families of these seven astronauts who paid the ultimate price, giving of their lives for the betterment of this troubled world that we live in.”