Political Quotes

“Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to executive session to consider Calendar No. 526, the nomination of BG Michael J. Walsh; that the nomination be confirmed; that the motion to reconsider be laid upon the table; that any statements related to the nomination be printed in the Record, as if read; that the President be immediately notified of the Senate's action, and the Senate then resume legislative session. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered. The nomination considered and confirmed is as follows: in the army The following named officers for appointment in the United States Army to the grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 624: To be major general Brigadier General Michael J. Walsh ____________________”