Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the incredible life of Major Edward Arthur Burke, a Cincinnati native and D-day veteran who passed away on June 22 at the age of 104 years old. Major Burke attended my alma mater, St. Xavier High School. He went on to Xavier University and joined the ROTC program in 1938 after reading the news of Hitler's march through Europe. Upon graduating in 1942, he and his fellow officers were sent to Fort Knox to prepare for the historic D-day invasion. Hand-selected by General Patton to be commander of the 821st Tank Destroyer Battalion, Burke was sent on numerous missions behind enemy lines. He was awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star, and the French Legion of Honor for his service in Europe. At St. Xavier High School, our goal is to be ``Men for Others,'' something Major Burke truly embodied. He was willing to put himself in harm's way, not just for the betterment of his men, but to protect freedom and give liberty an opportunity to thrive. His life is a testament to the sacrifices of his generation. As yet another member of our Nation's Greatest Generation has found eternal peace in Heaven, it is our job not only to remember their stories and the bravery they embodied, but to protect the rights and freedom that they fought so bravely to save. ____________________”