Political Quotes

“Harris has been a true friend and fellow Illinoisan, and I will miss him. There is some benefit to being a new Member of Congress, and that is getting a chance to meet some of the great personalities of this Republic. And I include Harris Fawell in that. A real 'Pork Buster' before pork busting was cool. And as we have now a conservative Congress that looks at saving money, he was in the trenches long before many of us realized the importance of that fight. But I am really here to read a statement from your staff, Harris, that they have asked me to read. And it is a great honor for me to carry this message from your staff to you in this opportunity. Envision me as your staff. They are a little more efficient than I am. 'We count ourselves tremendously lucky to have worked for you. Your kindness and humility, quiet leadership, the fact that you listen to us and care what we say shows us each day what it means to be a true public servant. 'In these cynical times, it is easy for staffers to become disillusioned with government service. Working with you has shown us how an honest and caring man of integrity can still make a difference here in Washington. Our time spent with you has maintained our faith in leadership.”