Political Quotes

“it is an honor to take part once again in this annual special order celebrating the anniversary of Greek independence. As a Member of Congress representing a district with a vibrant Greek-American community, I can testify personally to the many contributions that Greek Americans have made to our nation. Today is a day when the more than 1 million Greek Americans join the people of Greece in remembering and reflecting upon an event that took place 177 years ago--the beginning of the fight for Greek Independence. It is only fitting that each year, the Congress of the United States pays tribute to the establishment of the modern nation of Greece, the land that was the cradle of democracy. The ancient city-states of Greece made many seminal contributions to western civilization. Western architecture, literature, science, and philosophy can each trace much of their heritage to the people of ancient Greece. But perhaps ancient Greece's most important gift to the modern world was the creation of the concept of democratic self-government.”