Political Quotes

“Mr. Chair, in a hearing earlier this year before the Oversight Committee, we had a young American, a squared-away young man, a former Army Ranger, who spoke on what it truly means to become a soldier. He told us: ``Training in the United States Army is meant to melt away the effects of civilian life and to forge Americans into soldiers.'' I concur with that young man, Mr. Chair. Our military was never intended to be and should not be a platform to advance social agendas. Our Nation's military prowess not only keeps our homeland safe but a strong American military projects strength worldwide, deterring conflicts and pushing back against human suffering across the world. While we remain the strongest fighting force in the world--this is true--we are waning, and the distractions that we experience within our own ranks must be addressed. My amendment would eliminate the position of chief diversity officer of the Department of Defense or any substantially similar position. I appreciate that my colleagues, Jeff Duncan, Claudia Tenney, and Jim Baird, are cosponsoring my amendment. The adoption of this provision will be a strong step in advancing a military that focuses on lethality and elevates excellence and performance, the values that made our Armed Forces great and indomitable worldwide. This strength in that position worldwide, Mr.…”