Political Quotes

“Today I rise to honor the 50th anniversary of my good friends and fellow Arkansans, Benny and Nelda Speaks. Benny and Nelda first met in Mountain Home, Arkansas, Benny fresh out of the Navy, Nelda having returned home from business college in Springfield, Missouri. They were married on December 6, 1963. They have one daughter, Ladonnia Speaks Moranz; two grandchildren, Natosha and Brandon; and were blessed with one great-grandson, Logan. Madam Speaker, it is no easy task making it to the 50-year anniversary. It takes great commitment, a willingness to compromise and to listen, and a loving spirit. These qualities embody the relationship of the Speakses' marriage, serving as a testament and example to the rest of us. The Speakses are involved community leaders who truly care about Arkansas and have devoted much of their time and effort giving back to their community. I thank the Speakses for their friendship over the years, and I am so glad to be able to wish them a happy 50th wedding anniversary this December 6. ____________________”