Susan Davis: “Mr. Speaker, the Olympics entertain us, inspire us, and humble us. The athletes who participate are committed to a…”

“Mr. Speaker, the Olympics entertain us, inspire us, and humble us. The athletes who participate are committed to a dream, a dream that we, as spectators, are all privileged to witness. I introduced House Resolution 1128 to honor the athletes who represented the United States in the 2010 Winter Olympic Games and to thank Vancouver, Canada, for showing hospitality to athletes from around the world. American athletes won 37 medals for the United States, the most medals ever won by any nation at a single Olympic Winter Games. The Olympics fosters good-natured competition between nations and builds a sense of camaraderie in cities and communities around the world. In the United States, we don't identify our Olympians as Californians or Coloradans. We honor and respect them as Americans. With the help of families, coaches and their own inner strength, these athletes continue to break records and set new standards of athletic performance. We celebrate their victories as national achievements and respect them for their hard work and their dedication in getting there. The athleticism and dedication of our athletes should be an example to all Americans.”