Political Quotes

“I rise this evening to recognize the exceptional contribution made by young Samoans currently playing professional football in the National Football League. There are approximately 150,000 Samoans living in Samoa and throughout the United States. With 10 of its sons currently playing in the NFL, Samoa can rightfully claim that on a per capita basis, it has contributed more players to America's favorite pastime than any city or State in the Union. Mr. Speaker, my colleagues and others struggle at times to pronounce my name, and I know many Samoan names are difficult for some people to pronounce--but so that others may not struggle as much, let me share with our fellow Americans the names and pronunciations of our young Samoans currently playing in the National Football League: Esera Tuaolo--defensive end--Minnesota Vikings. Al Noga--defensive end--Washington Redskins. Richard ``Ricky'' Brown--linebacker--Cleveland Browns. Pio Sagapolutele--defensive tackle--Cleveland Browns. Lonnie Palelei--guard--Pittsburgh Steelers. Natu Tuatagaloa--defensive end--Seattle Seahawks. Junior Seau--linebacker--San Diego Chargers. Jessie Sapolu--center--San Francisco 49'ers. Dan Saleaumua--defensive tackle--Kansas City Chiefs. Mark Tuinei--offensive tackle--Dallas Cowboys.”