Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an extraordinary group of students at Penn State University for their dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to a cause that truly changes lives. For the past year, as Penn Staters have done for more than 50 years, these students devoted countless hours to supporting pediatric cancer patients through THON, the largest student-run philanthropic organization in the entire world. THON is a yearlong fundraising effort culminating in a 46-hour dance marathon, providing critical financial and emotional support to more than 4,800 families battling childhood cancer. On February 21, Penn State community students, staff, families, friends, and volunteers filled the Bryce Jordan Center for the 53rd annual THON, raising funds for the Four Diamonds foundation. What began in 1973 as a small fundraiser organized by Penn State's fraternities and sororities, raising just $2,000, has since grown into the largest student-run philanthropic organization in the world, with more than 16,500 student volunteers across Pennsylvania. Since partnering with the Four Diamonds foundation in 1977, THON has ensured that not a single Four Diamonds family going through cancer treatment has received a medical bill, thanks in large part to the tireless efforts of Penn State students. The foundation itself was born from heartbreak and hope.…”