Political Quotes

“I want to thank the gentleman from Georgia for hosting this hour and an opportunity to recognize and thank a good friend, Jay Pierson, who started his work in the U.S. House of Representatives in 1978 in the Office of the Journal Clerk under then- Majority Leader John Rhodes, where he learned the intricacies of the House and legislative procedures while keeping official minutes in this Chamber. In 1979, he began working in the Republican Cloakroom, where he remained for 7 years before beginning a new position as floor assistant to the Republican Leader in 1986. Since then, Jay has served, as many have said, as floor assistant to three Speakers of the House, including Newt Gingrich, Denny Hastert and the current Speaker, John Boehner. In a career that has spanned almost 35 years, Jay has served an invaluable role for so many Members in helping them to learn the ways of the U.S. House of Representatives, and I'm proud to be among those who have benefited from Jay's service and friendship and his leadership. But Jay isn't just known for his expertise in parliamentary procedure. Jay is known to be an individual of substance and distinct professionalism. In fact, I personally would say he is the embodiment of a professional, which is why he is respected by Members on both sides of the aisle. You wouldn't know it if you saw him in action, but Jay never expected to work in politics. He earned a B.A. in English literature from Westmont College, an M.A.…”