Political Quotes

“I rise today to honor the two officers who lost lives saving others. The extraordinary acts of heroism demonstrated by Detective Gibson and Private First Class Chestnut of the Capitol Police are actions in which every American should be grateful for. Friday's tragic incident took the lives of two dedicated men who proved through their actions that they exemplified the true meaning of duty, honor, and love of their country. Their actions were not only full of courage but they were able to put an end to the violence with true valor. Tragic events are not longer something we hear about; they have now penetrated the halls of the people's building right in our very own back yard. The shots taken in the Capitol on Friday were not heard just inside the Capitol, they were heard around the world as a warning to all that violence can happen at any moment and anywhere. Friday's horrifying violent act took the lives of two brave men who died protecting what they believed in. We will never again take the presence of the Capitol police for granted because knowing that they are there makes us all breathe a lot easier. My condolences and heart felt prayers to the families, friends, and colleagues of officers Gibson and Chestnut. I ask Americans around our nation to reflect upon the incident and keep the victim's families in their thoughts and prayers. God bless the brave men and women around the world, and God Bless America.”