Political Quotes

“I know the time of the gentleman is short, but I do first of all want to thank my colleague from Maryland. We were elected together in 1986, kind of cut our teeth here in this House together and grew to be dear, dear friends. Connie, I will miss you very much also, and I thank you for your kind words and for coming here. Vic, let me thank you also for yielding part of your time that the gentlewoman from Maryland [Mrs. Morella] might in fact be recognized. We have a long way to go in this institution, but clearly, individuals, such as yourself, who are coming here with bright ideas and a real commitment for change will make that happen. Thank you so much for coming out and for being a part of this, and I mean that honestly from the bottom of my heart. I look forward, beyond this point, to working more with you. Thank you.”