Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mark Johnson, a fellow Texan, a former marine, a father and a grandfather. On March 17 and 18, Mark completed a double Ironman race across the State of Texas. A double Ironman is a 53.2-mile run, 4.8-mile swim, and 224-mile bike ride. He began in Marble Falls in my district and ended in Lufkin, Texas. When asked why he chose to attempt the event, he answered swiftly: ``For Wendy, my amazing sister who has Down syndrome.'' In addition to honoring his sister and raising awareness, Mark Johnson has pledged all monetary donations to the National Down Syndrome Society. This is the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome and where he sits on the board of directors. Today and every day, let us celebrate advocates like Mark, his sister, Wendy, and all individuals with Down syndrome and their families. In God we trust. ____________________”