Political Quotes

“I speak very strongly in favor of Ms. Wasserman Schultz's resolution, which recognizes Jewish American Heritage Month and the important contributions that Jewish Americans have made to our country... The resolution also goes on to urge the House to take 'all possible steps to ensure the safety, security, and dignity of American Jews in all aspects of their lives.' We are called upon to condemn anti-Semitism and to ensure the safety of the Jewish community, along with everyone else. The appeal is appropriate and timely. We have to do everything in our power to counter the poison of anti-Semitism, racism, and other forms of bigotry, which are really the gateway to destruction of liberal democracy in our country. That obligation means fighting anti-Semitism, even when, perhaps especially when, it is expressed and endorsed by officials of the United States Government.”