Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to my distinguished friend and colleague from Illinois, Jerry Costello, as he enters his final days serving the Prairie State in Congress. Jerry has been a loyal advocate and dedicated fighter for the people of Southern and Southwestern Illinois in the U.S. House of Representatives. Jerry's unyielding commitment to Illinois, however, dates back even further--to his early days working as a full-time law enforcement officer as he worked his way through college. No matter how far Jerry traveled, his heart has always remained with his community-- and his family, at home in Belleville. Since I first arrived in Congress in 2003, I have had the privilege of serving as a member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. During our service together, I have continually been impressed by Jerry's understanding of key issues, especially those pertaining to aviation, as well as his knowledge and passion for the legislative process. Members of Congress and influential figures on both sides of the aisle have praised Jerry for his willingness to work across party lines to get things done for his constituents and the nation. As the rough winds of partisanship have made getting things done in Washington difficult, Illinois and Congress have benefitted from an experienced pilot who still believes that by working together, Congress can push ahead through turbulence to a better flight plan for our nation. Mr.…”