Todd Tiahrt: “First of all, Madam Speaker, I would like to thank Dennis Moore for his leadership in this legislation. He has always…”

“First of all, Madam Speaker, I would like to thank Dennis Moore for his leadership in this legislation. He has always sought during his career in Congress to find bipartisan legislation that we could work together on. I appreciate and also want to thank Congresswoman Jenkins for her participation and leadership in this issue as well as her time here on the floor and in Kansas. This is a unique bill. It's unique legislation that not only recognizes the service and sacrifice of five United States 5-star generals but also supports important work at the Command and General Staff College Foundation at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. During this brief history of World War II, we had great leadership in America. Following that time, from 1944 to 1950, we had five heroic men who were promoted to 5-star status as generals, 5-star generals. These men all exemplified leadership. And when faced with difficult times, they chose to do the right thing and pursued strong goals to keep this world safe. And leadership matters. I think that's why this bill is important and why it matters.”