Political Quotes

“This morning, Members of Congress, Democrats and Republicans, House and Senate, had the high privilege and distinct honor of hearing directly from the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. In the face of Russia's cruel and unprovoked invasion, the President's fearless, heroic leadership has rallied his Nation and inspired the entire world. Our Members were very moved by his powerful remarks today, as well as the heart-wrenching footage he shared showing Putin's inhumane terror, brutally committing war crimes against children. As President Zelenskyy said: ``Right now, the destiny of our country is being decided . . . Russia has attacked not just us, not just our land, not just our cities. It went on a brutal offensive against our values--basic human values.'' Indeed, all are in awe of the extraordinary courage and determination of the Ukrainian people as they defend democracy, not only at home but democracy around the world. It is with great respect for the Ukrainian people, and in recognition of the grave threat that Russian aggression poses to the free world, that Congress secured $13.6 billion in humanitarian, security, and economic assistance for Ukraine in the government funding law that President Biden signed yesterday. But more needs to be done for the refugees and for the protection of the people. I hope that all of this can be done in a bipartisan way. So I join my colleague in saluting the people of Ukraine. Slava Ukraini.…”