Political Quotes

“I wish to recognize the many accomplishments of my friend, Senator Harry Reid, my colleague from Nevada, during his storied career in the U.S. Senate. Growing up in a modest household without an indoor bathroom, hot water, or a telephone, Harry learned the values of family, faith, and education. Harry understood that it is the most vulnerable in society that need the strongest champions, someone to fight for them. Harry's service to the people of Nevada began long before he came to Congress. After attending law school at George Washington University, Leader Reid returned home and served as Henderson's City Attorney. At the age of 28, he was elected to the Nevada State Assembly. Two years later, Leader Reid became the youngest Lieutenant Governor in Nevada history. Harry experienced political losses early in his career, but he never let that hold him back. After 5 years as chairman of the Nevada Gaming Commission, Harry won election to the U.S. House in 1982. He served two terms before winning his first U.S. Senate race in 1986. Harry's stint as an amateur boxer taught him to never back down from a fight, no matter how big. Throughout his Senate career, the people of Nevada have been able to count on Harry to fight for them. He has spearheaded investments in clean energy, established Nevada's first national park, Great Basin National Park, and led passage of the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill of Rights.…”