Political Quotes

“I rise today to honor the remarkable life of John Thrasher who climbed so many professional mountains. Instead of resting on his laurels, John helped other people climb their mountains. While many called him speaker, senator, chairman, and president, I was fortunate to call him friend. From the battlefields of Vietnam where John was a decorated war hero to the halls of the Florida State Legislature where John was elected speaker of the Florida House and State senator, John was a born leader. In 2014, it came as no surprise that John became the 15th President of Florida State University. Beside him in his many accomplishments was his wife, Jean, the heart of his world. Their boundless joy for their children and grandchildren was a true testament to the family they built together. Mr. Speaker, we honor John as a mentor, a mentor to me, and a man of purpose and integrity. John's work here is done but his legacy will endure. Godspeed, my friend.”