Virginia Foxx: “As we say here sometimes to save time, I certainly associate myself with the very eloquent words of Congressman Kelly.…”

“As we say here sometimes to save time, I certainly associate myself with the very eloquent words of Congressman Kelly. He is so good. You see that he needed no notes. He can just come up here and speak without anything. This is a tough day for me to come in and talk about your leaving, Congressman Keller, but we want to let you know how much we appreciate you. That is why we are here. One thing I have learned about Representative Fred Keller while serving with him in Congress is that he is someone who always shows up prepared to work on behalf of job creators and workers, and he is committed to upholding the Constitution. I am so glad your staff and family are there in the gallery with us today because I know they have heard positive things about you before, but I think it is helpful for them to hear us come here today in this special place to say these things to you. I have greatly appreciated and admired Fred's strong commitment to conservative principles. As a businessman and job creator himself, he knows the free market works and is dedicated to protecting it. It is clear why Fred recently received the Guardian of Small Business Award from the National Federation of Independent Business. His stalwart defense of limited government and fiscal responsibility will serve as an example to current and future lawmakers alike. Fred has been an important leader on the Education and Labor Committee.…”