Political Quotes

“Members of this body, I thank you very, very much for this wonderful reception. It is obviously an unusual event because I won a special election. I think that lends itself to a more singular reception. But I do appreciate the attention very much. This has been a whirlwind for me, and I can assure you that it is a tremendous honor to have the opportunity to serve with everyone here. I am pleased to be a member of the Democratic Caucus. I am pleased to be a member of the Kentucky delegation. I am honored to represent my State that I think everyone here from Kentucky knows I am very proud of. I am also very pleased to have my wife Jennifer with me in the crowd and our three children, Lucie, Albert, and Branham, all of whom got to come down here since they are all under the age of 12. It is nice to have them here, too. Nearly 65 years ago, my grandfather, whom Mr. Rogers mentioned, entered this grand building much as I have today, thrust into office in the middle of a term. In October of 1939, when he came to this august place, our country stood at the brink of world war. Naziism, fascism, and tyranny threatened to destroy American security and the values that we all hold dear.”