Political Quotes

“I rise and commend the leadership of Chairman Bishop. I thank the gentleman for bringing us here today, as well as our ranking member, Mr. Grijalva, for bringing this compromise legislation to the floor. It is with the deepest of pride that I join my colleagues, Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez and Congressman Jose Serrano, in support of this legislation. Although we have concerns about some elements of it, we support it on balance. I can't help but mention to my colleagues here that in April, many of you were there when Congress bestowed the Congressional Gold Medal on the legendary 65th Infantry Regiment, a largely Puerto Rican regiment that served with valor since World War I. Honor et Fidelitas, honor and fidelity, so rings the motto of this courageous regiment of Americans. With honor and fidelity, the 65th Regiment overcame prejudice and bigotry and wrote a new chapter of heroism in our shared American story. In the Panama Canal Zone in World War I, on the doorsteps of Nazi Germany, in the defining crucible of the Korean War, and beyond, the Borinqueneers protected freedom abroad and advanced dignity at home. Their daring on the battlefield helped break down the discrimination facing Puerto Rican and Latino Americans across our country. They enriched our Nation with the strength of their service, through the excellence of their example, and the power of their bravery. Their valor under fire is nothing short of legendary.…”