Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Councilman Harry Silver, a truly distinguished public servant, as he marks his 100th birthday. Harry Silver served the people of Alexandria, Louisiana, on the city council for more than 15 years before stepping down 11 months ago at age 99. At an age where most people are slowing down and taking it a bit easy, Harry stepped up to serve, wanting to give back to the community that he called home. After Harry's initial appointment in 2005, the people of Alexandria reelected Harry to the council four times. At the time of his retirement, Harry was both the oldest active elected official in the United States and the oldest elected official in Louisiana history. In his farewell message to the city, Harry said: ``Whether you or your parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents agreed with me or not over the years, I hope everyone agrees that I acted only as I felt was best for our mutual home. Madam Speaker, that is all that we can ask of a public servant. We are honored and proud to salute Harry Silver of Alexandria, Louisiana, on his 100th birthday. ____________________”