Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to introduce a constitutional amendment that will fix a gross injustice within our democracy and finally provide American citizens living in the territories the right to vote for President and Vice President of the United States. Every American should be alarmed that over 4 million of their fellow citizens are denied the right to have a say in the selection of their President. The people of Guam and other U.S. territories are patriotic Americans who contribute to every aspect of American life. We are Americans by birth, bear U.S. passports, and support and defend the Constitution of the United States--many with their lives. Yet, still Americans who reside in the territories are unable to vote for our President. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to introduce this constitutional amendment so that every American is finally able to cast a vote for President and Vice President, just as the Founding Fathers intended. Casting a ballot for President is a right for all Americans, and this amendment is a step toward our Constitution's solemn promise to form a more perfect union. ____________________”