Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, there is still a lot to uncover about this accident, and we are confident that the NTSB is reviewing the evidence so that we can learn from this accident to prevent future loss of life. As we express our deepest condolences and prayers, we join our beloved Kansas and Nation in mourning the lives lost. Psalms 34:18 reminds us: ``The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.'' We lift up the loved ones of the 67 lost souls and rest in the knowledge that no matter the circumstances we are facing, God is always with us. Kansas is the heartbeat of the country, and our State motto reminds us that we will persevere together through this difficult time. Mr. Speaker, by adopting this measure, we honor the memory of these victims and ensure that they will never be forgotten. I urge support of this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Kustoff). The question is on the motion offered by the gentleman from Kansas (Mr. Mann) that the House suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, H. Res. 153. The question was taken; and (two-thirds being in the affirmative) the rules were suspended and the resolution was agreed to. A motion to reconsider was laid on the table. ____________________”