Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize September as Suicide Prevention Month, a time for us to come together, raise awareness, and offer hope to those facing thoughts of suicide and other mental health issues. This issue hits particularly close to home for our veterans as we lose 17 veterans due to suicide every day. These are our friends, loved ones, neighbors, and people who served our country with courage, but are now struggling in silence. Whether it is safe firearm storage, better and increased access to mental healthcare, or the immediate support of the 988 Suicide Crisis Lifeline, we can all play a part in saving lives. People in a mental health or suicide crisis deserve and need a compassionate and an effective response. The path toward saving lives starts with a conversation. Talking openly about suicide prevention and mental health can break the silence, and sometimes just one conversation can make all the difference. We owe it to those who we have lost and those still struggling to listen and to act and to work together toward a future where no one has to fight alone. In Honor of Omari Jones”