Political Quotes

“I thank the chairman. Mr. Speaker, I give particular thanks to Chairman Royce and Ranking Member Engel for their great support and cooperation for this resolution and for Ukrainian people themselves; also, a special thanks to my colleagues in the House, Congresswoman Kaptur, Congressman Levin, and Congressman Pascrell, for your terrific support on these important issues involving our two countries. This resolution sends an unmistakable message to the Russian Federation and to the entire world that this House stands united with the people of Ukraine. During the last 10 months, no other ally has experienced more internal upheaval or a more imminent threat to its sovereignty than our friends in Ukraine. Last November, the people of Ukraine flooded the Maidan in Kiev to peacefully protest a corrupt and arrogant regime. For nearly 3 months, Ukrainians risked their lives--and more than 100 civilians died--while ushering in a new era and a new system of governance, an era in which elected leaders will be accountable and transparent; honor the fundamental human rights all Ukrainians have, regardless of their political affiliation; and bolster alliances with the United States and European Union to foster greater economic opportunity and prosperity. The smoldering fires of the Maidan had barely been extinguished, however, when a new threat emerged on Ukraine's eastern border with Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin illegally occupied and then annexed Crimea.…”