Political Quotes

“Madam President, I rise to honor a member of my staff, Jonathan Miller, who has dedicated his life to serving his country and his State. Not only does Jonathan serve the people of Ohio each day on our staff, helping Ohio servicemembers and veterans, but he also wears the uniform himself, first as a member of the National Guard and now as a member of the Army Reserve. Earlier this month was his last day in the office for a year as his unit is deploying to fight for our country. Jonathan grew up in Macedonia, OH, and graduated from Nordonia High School and Ohio University. In 2011, while working toward his master's degree, he enlisted in the National Guard. Jon told me he enlisted, in part, because he was ``inspired by the debate and repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell and the stories of veterans in my family,'' like so many who join the armed services because of patriotism, family values, and family precedent. He said: ``The Army seemed like the place for me to help my community and my country and to experience new people, places, and ideas.'' Jonathan went through officer candidate school in 2013 and now serves with the 300th Chemical Company, Army Reserve, out of Morgantown, WV. He has worked in our office since 2015 and has impressed all of us with his dedication to both of his jobs. In the Senate, he handles veterans and military issues along with energy and environmental policy.…”