Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Hope Lee, a revered constituent of New York's 14th Congressional District who is celebrating his 100th birthday this year and has served so valiantly for our country. During World War II, Mr. Lee received a Bronze Star Medal, two Purple Hearts, and a Combat Infantry Badge for his service to the country during World War II. Mr. Lee, in fact, was supposed to go to Washington, D.C., this year to get his Congressional Gold Medal of Honor this May, but it was postponed due to the pandemic. I think it is incredibly important to honor his work and his service here on the House floor. He is extraordinarily proud of his service in the U.S. military and hangs his American flag outside his house for every U.S. holiday. In fact, he and his wife, Rose Lee, have been happily married for 76 years, and Mr. Lee still does the cooking for himself and his wife. Madam Speaker, I ask our colleagues to join me in recognizing Mr. Hope Lee. Thank you for your service, and happy birthday, Mr. Lee. ____________________”