Political Quotes

“a short tribute and then maybe about an 8- or 9-minute speech that I have. Today, I want to pay tribute to Iowa State Patrol Sergeant Jim Smith, who courageously gave his life in the line of duty this past Friday. Sergeant Smith, a 27-year Iowa State Patrol veteran and a tactical team leader, put himself in harm's way on behalf of his fellow Iowans last week, and it cost him everything. Sergeant Smith is being remembered as a dedicated father, a loyal public servant, a man of God who left a positive impression on everybody he encountered. I mourn for his family, fellow troopers, friends, and the entire Independence, IA, community at this tragic loss.”