Political Quotes

On the recordDecember 8, 2022
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.…
Said by
Virginia Foxx
Republican · North Carolina

Share

More from Virginia Foxx

May 28, 2026

The formative years of a child’s life are meant to help build skills and develop an intricate understanding of the world around them – those years are meant to be spent far from screens.

blakemoore.house.gov
Dec 17, 2024

I want to say how much I admire Jennifer Wexton and the role model she has been as she has struggled with her disease. We saw her here on the floor a few minutes ago, and I commend her for her willingness to speak openly about the…

govinfo.gov
May 2, 2025

It gives California unilateral authority to cram its ‘comply or die’ zero-emission truck rule down the throats of every American.

motherjones.com
Mar 25, 2025

By the direction of the Committee on Rules, I call up House Resolution 242 and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 242 Resolved, That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order…

govinfo.gov

Other voices in this conversation