Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. I want to thank Chairman Nadler and Congresswoman Bass for their unwavering leadership on this historic legislation. Black lives matter. George Floyd was murdered 1 month ago today. This month has been a painful and reflective period for our Nation, and the House has taken an essential step to heal that pain with this bill. Today, we vote on long overdue legislation to bring greater accountability and transparency into policing and to help make everyone more safe. The specific measures included in this bill, from banning chokeholds and no-knock warrants to eliminating qualified immunity, are critical steps to improve policing practices. It includes reforms to combat racial profiling and right injustices that exist in America today. The ability to end racism in our country is beyond the reach of Congress. We don't have the power to change every heart and mind, but we do have the power to change the law, to make it more just, and to combat structural racism through measurable, meaningful reforms. Change starts here today.”