Political Quotes

“7 weeks ago, on September 21, the U.S. Senate, on a bipartisan basis, gathered with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in the Old Senate Chamber. We don't often use that Chamber. It is often used for incidents that become embedded in history, and this was one of them. It was a historic moment. Many things were said about the courage of the Ukrainian people and the heroism of the troops fighting Russian President Vladimir Putin's unjust war, but I recall one particular plea made by President Zelenskyy--and he repeated it. So it was clear he wanted us to remember. I will stress here what he said: Without the continued financial support of the United States and NATO, we will lose this war. He was unequivocal. Secretary of Defense Austin told me clearly at last week's Senate Appropriations Committee hearing that he agreed with Zelenskyy. Secretary of State Blinken added that such assistance is critical in thwarting not just Putin but aggressors around the world who are watching and gauging our sustained commitment. I agree completely. Looking at the world today, I do not believe it is a stretch to say that freedom is currently under siege and fighting for its future. Right now, several democracies across the globe are fighting against tyrannical powers--in some cases, autocratic governments; in others, terrorist organizations--that seek to undermine the global order.…”