Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to thank and honor the brave men and women who have served our country's military. As we approach Veterans Day, let me especially recognize the more than 800,000 veterans who call Pennsylvania home, including the 56,000 who reside in my district, Pennsylvania's Ninth. Pennsylvania's Ninth is also home to the Army and Air Force National Guard at Fort Indiantown Gap. Throughout our history, our forefathers, forebears, and family members have put service above self in defense of our freedoms. They have fought to preserve our Republic, to promote righteousness, and to protect our homeland. When fighting overseas, the only land we asked for was enough to bury our dead. Our veterans fought for us. It is now our duty here in this House to work for them. Since coming to Congress, we have enacted legislation like the PACT Act, the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act, and more, all aimed at expanding veterans benefits and ensuring veterans receive the medical care they have earned. Madam Speaker, this weekend, let's thank and honor those who have served as we celebrate Veterans Day. ____________________”