Political Quotes

“I ask unanimous consent to have printed in the Record the remarks I gave at the medal presentation to Joseph William Novotny's family on January 13. 2018, in Glendive, MT. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: U.S. Senator Jon Tester Joseph William Novotny Medal Presentation January 13, 2018 Glendive, Montana Thank you all for being here today. And a special welcome to Emma Bartholomew, Kathy Hegel and all of Joe's family. Today is a day years in the making. The efforts to get Joe the recognition and military medal he deserves has spanned years and generations of his family. One of my greatest honors in the U.S. Senate is recognizing the service of the brave men and women who serve our country. Men like Joe who don't often seek recognition for their bravery. It's my honor to be here today to present Ms. Bartholomew with her brother's medal. I will now read the citation that was printed in the United States Congressional Record, forever commemorating Joe's actions and the long overdue medal that now belongs to his family. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the service and courage of Mr. Joseph William Novotny. Joe was born in Wibaux, Montana, the seventh of eight children, and grew up roaming the plains of Eastern Montana. Joe had recently finished his second year of high school at Sacred Heart Catholic School in Miles City when he enlisted in the military.…”