Political Quotes

“I rise in support of the Put Our Children First resolution. I believe that this measure will help to ensure that children impacted by the terrorist attacks of September 11 will receive the assistance, services and benefits they need. Words cannot express the effect of September 11 on the children who lost one or both parents in New York, Pennsylvania, or at the Pentagon. I know all of us have been stunned to learn that as many as 10,000 children lost one or both parents at the World Trade Center. I strongly believe that we have an obligation to do all that we can to help these young people move forward with their lives. In the coming weeks and months, each child will require something different and something special. Some children will require everything from medical care, and others may need foster care and adoption assistance. Still others will require the experienced ear of a therapist, counselor, or a psychologist. Our country has seen a remarkable display of unity in the 8 weeks since September 11. As the rest of the country returns to a more normal routine, we must not forget that the events of September 11 will affect these children forever.”