Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this resolution of which I am proud to be an original cosponsor. The sudden and unexpected passing of Ambassador Richard Holbrooke earlier this week was a shock to all of us. The depth of sadness that we felt at the news was a testament to his exemplary life of service to our country in so many different capacities. Ambassador Holbrooke was one of the most consequential world diplomats of the last half century, and his tireless work in pursuit of United States national interests and international peace have put us all in his debt. His advocacy for peace was, of course, most clearly shown during the conflict in Bosnia. His tenacity and force of will brought the warring parties to the negotiation table in Dayton, Ohio, where he skillfully brokered the accord that ended over 3 years of atrocities and bloody conflict. Over 100,000 perished in the Bosnian war, and it is impossible to say how many thousands may have been saved by Ambassador Holbrooke's actions at Dayton.”