Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Irish Diaspora Center on opening its new office in my district. I had the opportunity to join supporters of the center this weekend at its new cultural hub in Havertown, where I had the pleasure of sharing food and swapping stories with fellow Irish Americans. For decades, this organization has supported and celebrated the vibrant Irish community in the Philadelphia region with passport and citizenship services, senior outreach, youth programs, genealogy services, and educational and cultural events. People of Irish descent have historically formed the largest ethnic group in my district, and to this day, we proudly continue to welcome new Irish American citizens. With almost a quarter of the population claiming Irish heritage, Delaware County is even sometimes referred to as the 33rd county of Ireland. I look forward to supporting and celebrating our Irish neighbors both at home and abroad as I work with Chairman Neal and the Friends of Ireland Caucus to protect the integrity of the Good Friday Agreement and maintain peace and prosperity in Ireland. ____________________”