Political Quotes

“Today I rise with a growing number of Americans in celebrating National Decency Day, a call to action to engage in civil discussion in the midst of bitter divisiveness. As Americans, we cherish our freedom to dissent, but we must always bear in mind that these debates should be productive and substantive. Lisa Cholnoky, a part-time resident of my district, has championed this belief in founding her Campaign for Decency. This campaign, which began on Shelter Island in my district, has now spread as far as Hawaii and Alaska. This campaign sets an example for all of us to abide by across our country and here in Congress as we strive to reach across the aisle in a bipartisan fashion. Mr. Speaker, I thank Ms. Cholnoky for championing this issue and empowering so many Americans to do the same. ____________________”