Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, Jimmy Stewart's death on July 2nd of this year saddened millions of Americans of all ages. Not only was Jimmy Stewart an extremely talented actor, more importantly, he personified the very best of what it means to be an American. He appeared in more than 80 films. He received an Academy Award and four additional Oscar nominations, and appeared on Broadway and on television. But Jimmy Stewart was also a man of great courage and a genuine war hero. As the gentleman from Florida [Mr. Mica] and the gentleman from Maryland [Mr. Cummings] have already brought out, Mr. Stewart enlisted in the Army Air Corps during World War II and flew more than 20 combat missions over Europe. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross twice, the Air Medal, and six battle stars. Following World War II, Jimmy Stewart remained active in the Air Force Reserve and rose to the rank of brigadier general.”