Political Quotes

“Earlier in the session today, we paused in remembrance of those who were killed here in Washington, D.C., yesterday, yet another tragedy for this Nation, another shooting, senseless rage by some individual. We heard on the floor here a few minutes ago a plea by some of our colleagues to call us to action so that we who represent the millions upon millions of Americans would find within ourselves the courage to take action on wise gun safety legislation, mental health, and other things that we know can help to address the problem that plagues this Nation. So today, as we start this one-hour, I want to just remind ourselves that we have work to do here. Joining me tonight is Paul Tonko, a Representative from the State of New York. We often have had the opportunity to speak on the floor about the issues that confront us. Perhaps, Paul, you may want to comment on this tragedy, and then we'll turn to the other issues that we want to take up today.”