Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I love Jake Pickle. He is a man of courage, a man of compassion, and someone who loves life, every day of it. He was a man of compassion as a freshman Member of this House when, in 1965, as a young southern representative he voted in favor of the Civil Rights Act, an act that made major changes in allowing equal opportunity for American citizens of all colors. He was a man of compassion in everything he did, especially in his leadership and saving the Social Security system back in the 1980s. We could all talk about the many accomplishments of Jake Pickle but, frankly, the reason I love Jake Pickle, in addition to respecting him for his legislative accomplishments, is because he personifies the biblical passage of, this is the day the Lord hath made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it. Jake Pickle brought light into any room, into anyplace where he came. He loves life and we love him. We miss Mr. Pickle of Texas, our dear friend.”