Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Pennsylvania's Fifth District class of 2021 and wish them well in their next adventures. As we watched the world change before our eyes over the past year- and-a-half, we also saw the strength and determination of young people in our district, throughout the U.S., and across the globe. We saw students pick up jobs to help support their families, take to the streets to support causes they believed in deeply, and contribute their time and savings to help others in need. Whether they realized it or not, their energy and activism have shifted the national conversation around issues like gun violence, racial justice, and the climate crisis. We are at an inflection point of history, science, and technology, and I have never been more inspired or hopeful than I am for this generation. I also want to acknowledge our debt of gratitude to all the teachers and school staff who showed such dedication and resilience as they guided our students through the challenges of a pandemic with patience, courage, and innovation. Graduates, the world is waiting for our next wave of leaders, and we know that you are ready for the challenge. Congratulations. ____________________”