Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today on behalf of Florida's Third Congressional District to honor Mr. Ansil Lewis as our 2022 Veteran of the Year. Each year, our office gives this award to a veteran who has exemplified the utmost courage, sacrifice, and benevolence throughout our local communities. Mr. Lewis served as a sergeant major in the United States Marine Corps from 1987 to 2017. While serving, he received the Bronze Star, Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Combat Action Ribbon, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Navy Unit Commendation, and the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal. That is impressive. After years of military service, Mr. Lewis has continued to show his dedication to our community as the past commandant of the Roy S. Geiger Marine Corps League Detachment 1047, a proud member of the board for Operation Barnabas, and the president of the Veterans Council of Clay County. From his distinguished military service to his organization of dozens of events for our Nation's heroes, I can't think of anyone more deserving of this honor. It is a privilege to recognize Sergeant Major Ansil Lewis before this body for his honorable service to our Nation and our community, and I hope his volunteer spirit will continue for many years to come as well as inspire those who follow. Madam Speaker, may I inquire of the time remaining? The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentlewoman from Florida has 12 minutes remaining.…”