Political Quotes

“I rise today to introduce legislation, along with all of my seven fellow Korean war era veterans who are currently serving in the Senate, which would designate July 27 of each year as the ``National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day.'' This day, July 27, is the anniversary date of the signing of the armistice which led to the end of active hostilities in the Korean war. Considered to be the forgotten war, I believe all Americans should be given the opportunity to reflect upon this tragic conflict and to realize the impact this war had on the many men and women who served this Nation in the armed services, as well as though who did not wear the uniform. With more than 160,000 casualties, the Korean war and our victory came at great cost, and its outcome shapes the very world political climate we live in today. This year is the forty-first anniversary year of the signing of the armistice which ended the Korean war, and we are seeking passage of this resolution prior to June 25, 1994, the forty-fourth anniversary of the beginning of the Korean war.”