Political Quotes

“Some say as my colleague just did, my friend across the aisle, that we shouldn't bring up this issue this week; that this is political and, therefore, inappropriate. Well, I have to disagree and disagree strongly. Politics is about people coming together to solve problems. If we can't come together to help address the crying need of the American citizens to be protected a little bit more from the fear and chaos of terrorists on our soil, armed with guns legally purchased in this country because we have refused to act, I proudly say it is political and that is exactly what we should be doing. We should be coming together as the body politic of the American people. It is precisely the time to take action, and I support the underlying legislation. I support even more us taking steps now in the wake of mass shootings, now in the wake of terrorism, now at the time when many of the world's religions are praying for peace, hope, and light in the dark time of the year. It is a dark time in the soul of the American people and in this country, and we have the opportunity to take action. We have the opportunity to be a beacon of light and hope and responsiveness to the needs of the people. That is our job. I call on my colleagues to join me at the vigil and to join me in allowing us the opportunity to vote, to act, to protect and defend this country. I yield the remaining time to the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. McGovern). Mr. McGOVERN. Mr.…”