Political Quotes

“Over the course of our history, nearly 10,750 individuals have served in the House of Representatives. According to congressional historians, the gentleman from Texas, Mr. Hall, has just become the oldest known House Member to cast a recorded floor vote. It is yet another extraordinarily milestone for this World War II veteran from Rockwall, Texas, a small town east of Dallas. This is a proud moment for Mr. Hall's family, constituents, and all of us who have the privilege to serve with him. Today, the House of Representatives is also accepting a portrait of Mr. Hall in recognition of his tenure as chairman of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Ralph's record of service to the committee, and to our country, has been a thing of beauty, and John Boyd Martin's work certainly matches that description. The portrait contains a view of the Capitol and a picture of Ralph and his wife Mary Ellen, who spurred him to get involved and run for his mentor Sam Rayburn's old seat. The House is accepting the portrait in honor of her memory. Also worth noting in the portrait is the space shuttle on Mr. Hall's lapel. It's a fitting symbol of his long-standing commitment to the space program and America's leadership in discovery and innovation. It also signifies how Chairman Hall has focused on exploring all of our next frontiers--starting with our own energy resources. Chairman Hall not only keeps the shuttle--and all the promise it embodies--on his lapel.…”