Political Quotes

“I thank the gentleman for yielding. I thank him for putting this hour together where we can recognize five outstanding Buckeyes for their service to their districts and to our great State. I want to start first with the two gentleladies--truly gentleladies, poise and grace and passion that they bring to this process. I have appreciated that. I have appreciated Betty's tireless advocacy for the families that she represents in her district. For Jeannie and her unbelievable commitment to the sanctity of human life, I respect that tremendously and appreciate that. That's going to be missed around these Halls. Then to the two Steves. Steve Austria, I had the privilege of serving with him in the State senate, outstanding American. He's done a great job representing his district. And then of course Steve LaTourette as well. As I like to call them ``Stevie Wonder Austria,'' ``Stevie Wonder LaTourette,'' both great guys who have served their districts with the kind of commitment that you want in a Representative. Then, finally, my good friend--we use that term a lot around here, but in this situation it's actually true. Dennis Kucinich is a good friend. We have had the privilege of working on a subcommittee together. I've said this back home in our district--it's no secret that I'm a pretty conservative guy and Dennis is not a very conservative guy, and yet I tell people that we're good friends.…”