Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Avary Powell of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Avary recently accepted a fully qualified appointment to the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. Avary is the daughter of Melissa and Mark Powell, and she is the granddaughter of Margaret and David Young of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, and Carol and Gary Stonbraker of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Avary is a senior at Punxsutawney Area High School, where she has excelled in and out of the classroom. As captain of the varsity basketball and softball teams, Avary is a strong leader. She also serves as the senior class secretary and vice president of the National Honor Society. Avary is an outstanding young woman who excels academically and demonstrates strong leadership in her community. Her dedication and work ethic as a student will undoubtedly serve her well as she embarks on her military career at the United States Naval Academy. Madam Speaker, I wish Avary the best in Annapolis, and I look forward to seeing all that she achieves. Congratulating Cory Matejovich on Air Force Academy Appointment”