Political Quotes

“This measure, H.R. 1696, will expedite the construction of the new national World War II memorial in the District of Columbia. I commend my friend from Arizona for his leadership on this issue and am honored to manage this measure with him. The gentleman from Arizona (Mr. Stump) is one of the heroes of World War II. Mr. Speaker, to the gentleman from Arizona (Mr. Stump) and the other members of his generation, we all say thank you for your service and sacrifice; it is time to build a memorial to honor your actions. Mr. Speaker, a national World War II memorial will honor all Americans who served in the Armed Forces during World War II, as well as the millions of other Americans who contributed in countless ways to the war effort. Mr. Speaker, the time to construct this memorial is now. More than 50 years after the end of World War II, there does not exist in our Nation's Capital a fitting memorial to the service and sacrifices of millions of Americans who preserved democracy and defeated totalitarianism during World War II.”