Marco Rubio: “I thank those who have listened to our e- mails back in Florida that we just sent out alerting them I will be speaking…”

“I thank those who have listened to our e- mails back in Florida that we just sent out alerting them I will be speaking on the Senate floor, maybe the last time I will speak this year. I want to take a few minutes to update everyone on what this first year in the Senate has been like. First of all, it has been a tremendous privilege and honor. There is not a day goes by that I do not come to this building early in the morning, when I can get to the gym--I probably should do that more than I do--and see this building lit up in the darkness. It takes my breath away that I actually get to work here in this building on behalf of the people of the State of Florida. I recognize what an honor and privilege it is to have this position, not just in this unique institution--which is different, perhaps, than any legislative body in all of history--but this Republic that stands out in the history of mankind. As Americans, we should always take a moment to recognize that in America, on this floor, we debate and sometimes solve issues other countries fight wars with each other about. That is a real blessing and a real opportunity to be an example for the world. I am grateful and feel blessed to be a part of it, and I thank the people of Florida for the opportunity to do it.…”