Political Quotes

“Federal, State, and local law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe. This Police Week, we want to thank the more than 800,000 sworn law enforcement officers for their service, and we want to thank their families. During Police Week, we also remember the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers. Since 1786, when the first police death was recorded in the U.S., more than 22,000 officers have been killed in the line of duty. In my home State of New Mexico, 160 police officers have died in the line of duty. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute and let our police officers know how much we appreciate them and their service to our communities, our State, and our Nation. We just want to celebrate this Police Week with them and wish them Godspeed and say a prayer to keep them out of harm's way. ____________________”