Political Quotes

“I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, the motions to reconsider be laid upon the table, with no intervening action or debate, and any statements related to the matter be printed in the Record. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The resolution (S. Res. 128) was agreed to. The preamble was agreed to. The resolution, with its preamble, reads as follows: S. Res. 128 Whereas Public Service Recognition Week provides an opportunity to recognize and promote the important contributions of public servants and honor the diverse men and women who meet the needs of the Nation through work at all levels of government; Whereas millions of individuals work in government service in every city, county, and State across America and in hundreds of cities abroad; Whereas public service is a noble calling involving a variety of challenging and rewarding professions; Whereas Federal, State, and local governments are responsive, innovative, and effective because of the outstanding work of public servants; Whereas the United States of America is a great and prosperous Nation, and public service employees contribute significantly to that greatness and prosperity; Whereas the Nation benefits daily from the knowledge and skills of these highly trained individuals; Whereas public servants-- (1) defend our freedom and advance United States interests around the world; (2) provide vital strategic support functions to our military and se…”