Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor William ``Doc'' Long of Oak Ridge, North Carolina. Doc is a veteran who served under the command of General Patton in World War II. For his service, the United States awarded him two Purple Hearts, two Bronze Stars, the Good Conduct Medal, the American Campaign Medal, and the Combat Infantry Badge. Doc has worked tirelessly to help his fellow citizens understand the meaning of freedom and to ensure the sacrifices made on behalf of our Nation are not forgotten. In 2014, the Carolina Field of Honor opened at Triad Park in Kernersville, North Carolina, to honor all who serve or have served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America. As one of its biggest supporters, Doc personally sponsored two of its military service monuments: the U.S. Army Monument and the U.S. Navy Monument. On Saturday, May 27, family and friends will gather to celebrate this remarkable man's 93rd birthday. North Carolina is fortunate to call Doc one of its own. ____________________”