Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of S. 3860, A bill to require reports on the management of Arlington National Cemetery. This bill requires reports from the Department of the Army and the Government Accountability Office that will help restore the American people's faith in Arlington National Cemetery and, from this point forward, ensures that this sacred space continues to maintain the high level of service that is rightfully expected by the families of our servicemembers, both living and fallen. Mr. Speaker, I have personally seen the pain and sorrow caused by cemetery errors. As many of my colleagues are aware, Burr Oak cemetery, in my district, faced a similar situation like that which took place at Arlington. I understand the sorrow created by this confusion. I have seen the anguish that family members suffered. It is something that I think no family should have to endure--especially the family members and loved ones of those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice to our country. It is for this reason, Mr. Speaker, that I strongly support this legislation and encourage my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to do the same. Mr. Speaker, I close with a reminder to my colleagues: the families of our fallen heroes have given so much. At the very least, we owe them the certainty that the gravesites they visit at Arlington National Cemetery are, indeed, the final resting place of their loved ones.”