Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a hero, a trailblazer, and an inspiration to all, astronaut Virgil ``Gus'' Grissom. Growing up in Indiana, I am honored to pay tribute to this remarkable man as he is inducted into the Indiana Military Veterans Hall of Fame. Gus Grissom's contributions to space exploration are tremendous. He was one of America's original astronauts. In 1961, he made history when he became the second American to travel to space. He later commanded the Gemini 3 mission, paving the way for the Moon landing. Gus was a man of courage, unwavering dedication, and profound commitment to his country. Gus was a native son of Indiana. Born and raised in Mitchell, he embodied the spirit of the heartland and carried those values into space. Though his life was tragically cut short during a prelaunch test for the Apollo 1 mission, his legacy continues. He exemplified the qualities that define our military veterans: bravery, sacrifice, and service to a cause greater than oneself. Today, we remember Gus Grissom not just for his achievements in space exploration and service to his country, but for the inspiration he continues to provide to countless Americans young and old. His name will forever be etched in the archives of American history.…”