Political Quotes

“I rise today in honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and to recognize the great contributions of Asian and Pacific Island Americans to our Nation. I, too, as the previous speaker said, am very proud to represent the territory of Guam in the Pacific, and I want to thank the gentleman from California (Mr. Honda), the chairman, for his sterling leadership. Ever since I have come to Congress, I have noted he is out there working hard for the Asian Pacific recipients and the representatives from the various areas, as has the gentleman from American Samoa (Mr. Faleomavaega), the vice chair of the Asian Pacific American Caucus. I thank them for their efforts on behalf of our communities. Asian and Pacific Islanders are contributing in every aspect of American life, from business to education, government, public relations, the military, sports, entertainment and the arts. In each of these professions, we find prominent Asian and Pacific Islander Americans making their mark. The late congresswoman, Mrs. Patsy Mink, was a champion of women's rights and a leader in social justice who worked tirelessly to provide opportunity to the poor and disenfranchised. Today her legacy lives on and inspires many to remain strong in their convictions.”