Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution (H. Res. 900) supporting the goals and ideals of a Cold War Veterans Recognition Day to honor the sacrifices and contributions made by members of the Armed Forces during the Cold War and encouraging the people of the United States to participate in local and national activities honoring the sacrifices and contributions of those individuals, as amended. The Clerk read the title of the resolution. The text of the resolution is as follows: H. Res. 900 Whereas the Cold War involved hundreds of military exercises and operations that occurred between September 2, 1945, and December 26, 1991; Whereas millions of Americans valiantly stood watch as members of the Armed Forces during the Cold War; and Whereas many Americans sacrificed their lives during the Cold War in the cause of defeating communism and promoting world peace and stability: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the House of Representatives-- (1) honors the sacrifices and contributions made by members of the Armed Forces during the Cold War; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to participate in local and national activities honoring the sacrifices and contributions of those individuals. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to the rule, the gentlewoman from Guam (Ms. Bordallo) and the gentleman from Colorado (Mr. Lamborn) each will control 20 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Guam. General Leave”