Political Quotes

“I also rise in support of this resolution which honors our Nation's long-standing alliance with the Government and the people of Thailand. It also calls for a settlement of the political situation in that country through peaceful and democratic means. The scenes on television screens around the world last month of Bangkok burning were unnerving to all who wish the Thai people well. A 2-month political crisis, which killed 88 people and injured more than 1,800, reduced landmarked buildings in the Thai capital to ashes. The fact that Thailand's King, the longest-serving monarch in the world, has been hospitalized for the past several months only added to the sense of urgency over the fragile political situation. So this resolution provides an opportunity to extend best wishes for a speedy recovery to His Majesty who celebrated the 60th anniversary of his coronation this past May 5. Thailand is the first Southeast Asian nation to have a formal diplomatic agreement with us in the United States.”