Political Quotes

“My hometown of Dayton, Ohio, is the birthplace of aviation. At the turn of the 20th century, Orville and Wilbur Wright, bicycle repair shop owners in Dayton, invented the first airplane, ushering in the era of modern aviation. From their efforts, America led the development of an entire new industry. It revolutionized commerce, communication, travel, and our national defense. Today, Ohio continues to help the Nation reach new heights in aviation and in the aerospace industry. For example, in Dayton, the field where the Wright brothers developed and flew ``the world's first practical aeroplane'' is now part of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the largest Air Force base in the world and home to the Air Force Research Laboratory, dedicated to advancing aerospace technologies. That is why I am here today to congratulate the efforts of the Wright Image Group, a team of resolute individuals who are preparing to construct a new monument for America to promote our Nation's accomplishments in air and space. Calling it the ``Triumph of Flight,'' seen here, they will place a massive replica of the 1905 Wright flyer 250 feet in the air above the crossroads intersection of Interstates 70 and 75. Madam Speaker, this monument's innovative design will remind us of the Wright brothers' achievements and excite and inspire future generations.…”