Political Quotes

“I rise today to honor my colleague, Senator Joe Lieberman, who will be leaving the Senate at the end of this term. Senator Lieberman's long career in public service began in the Connecticut State Senate, where he served for 10 years, including three terms as the majority leader. Joe then put his Yale law degree to good use as the attorney general for the State before winning his bid for the U.S. Senate in 1988. He has served in this esteemed body for 24 years, and I am grateful for his dedication and service to our country. Joe is a true patriot. As Senator, he has made ensuring the security and safety of our Nation his priority. He spearheaded the creation of the Department of Homeland Security in 2002 and has served honorably as the chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. In this position, Senator Lieberman promoted a forward- thinking security strategy of preparing our military to respond to the unique security threats posed in the 21st century. In particular, he has worked to address cyber security issues and prepare our military to respond to evolving warfare tactics. Senator Lieberman has also worked to ensure that our Nation can stand strong in the face of natural disasters. In 2006, he worked with Senator Collins to make the Federal Emergency Management Agency, FEMA, more effective and responsive to communities suffering from the effects of natural disasters.…”