Political Quotes

“Joe Pitts is a man whose faith and values, I believe, animate him to protect life in all its stages. Through his decades of service both in the military and public office-- and as a dedicated husband and dad--Congressman Joe Pitts has nurtured, protected, and preserved the lives of others. First, as a young married man and a public school teacher, he nurtured the intellectual life of his students. Then, so that he could better support his wife and children, he signed up for Officer Training School. As an Air Force Captain, he did three tours in Vietnam over a five and a half year period, completing 116 combat missions throughout that time, and earning an Air Medal with five oak leaf clusters. Once again, Joe risked his own life to protect the lives of others. After retiring from military service, Joe returned to teaching, and in 1972, he commenced his 24-year tenure as a PA State Representative, where he was known for being a key advocate of the 1990 Abortion Control Act. In 1997, Joe became a member of Congress, and understanding that from the family springs new life, he was asked to chair the pro-family Values Action Team. Throughout his service at the state and federal level, he has worked to improve the lives of others by exercising fiscal responsibility. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, he fougtht to improve our military readiness, so that our service members can better protect American lives.…”