Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I greatly appreciate Dr. Terry Michalske, who is the Executive Vice President and Director of the Department of Energy's Savannah River National Laboratory, located at the Savannah River site in South Carolina's Second Congressional District. Today is Dr. Michalske's last day as director. I am grateful to thank him for his leadership of this critical national laboratory. The Savannah River National Laboratory conducts research and development, focusing on legacy waste cleanup, national security, and clean energy. Dr. Michalske has more than 30 years of experience in these fields. He holds seven patents, has authored 90 journal publications, and also collaborated on several books. Dr. Michalske also coordinates with the Department of Energy to support the Savannah River site as a leading national laboratory and regional producer of jobs. Also, congratulations to Dr. Vahid Majidi, who will succeed Dr. Michalske. As a former staff member at the site myself, I am grateful for the opportunity to represent the Savannah River site in Congress. In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September the 11th in the global war on terrorism. Mr. Speaker, I thank Secretary Rex Tillerson for his service, and best wishes for continued success for Secretary of State designate Mike Pompeo. ____________________”