Political Quotes

“I am happy to report that the annual authorization of the national defense was signed into law. I want to take a moment to thank a colleague who is not here today to celebrate that fact--Senator John S. McCain, for whom the bill has been named. Our dear friend Senator McCain has been such a stalwart champion for the men and women in uniform. He would be proud that once again Congress has met its obligation to give the military the support and certainty it needs to conduct missions around the globe. Even from afar, Senator McCain's influence on this Chamber is considerable and strong. His presence hovered over us as we all made sure--knowing he would importune us, if he were here, to make sure the Defense bill was strong and voted on quickly. So many of the bases in my State--including our Niagara Air Force base, including our Fort Drum--are so much the better because of John McCain's great work. I wish him all the best and commend his staff and Senator Inhofe's and Senator Reed's staff for their work on the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act. ____________________”