Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of the 45th annual National EMS Week. During this week, we celebrate emergency medical services personnel and the important work that they do in our Nation's communities. The EMS professionals provide constant services to people in need. From illness to injury, whenever the world seems to be ending, society counts on EMS personnel to be there. They are expected to work hard and be strong, especially in times of trouble. Madam Speaker, as a former EMT rescue technician and firefighter with more than three decades of experience being on the front lines with my fellow EMS professionals, I can personally attest to their dedication to saving lives. The job of an EMS professional is not easy. It requires just as much compassion as it does courage. These men and women are committed to making the world better. EMS Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to honor the dedication of those who are on the front line providing day- to-day lifesaving services. A thank-you to the EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, and supervisors across the country. Every American is grateful for their service. ____________________”