Joe Wilson: “under the leadership of the gentleman from Texas (Mr. DeLay), the House has provided tax relief, creating 3 million…”

“under the leadership of the gentleman from Texas (Mr. DeLay), the House has provided tax relief, creating 3 million jobs, prescription drug coverage for needy citizens, and welfare reform, promoting independence, along with a strengthened military to protect American families. Additionally, Majority Leader DeLay and his wife Christine play a valuable role in their home community. As foster parents, they have devoted themselves to improving the lives of abused and neglected children and are now focusing their efforts on creating homes for foster children who need them. Their work is a true sign of compassion that is rarely recognized. The gentleman from Texas (Mr. DeLay) has been called one of the most effective leaders in the history of the House of Representatives, and it is his effectiveness that motivates his critics. Radical liberals, financed by a billionaire, are leading a desperate smear campaign against a decent man who has delivered remarkable results. His critics are inspired by bitterness, hatred, and partisanship, and their smears will fail as they failed against Dick Cheney, Donald Rumsfeld, Condoleezza Rice, and John Ashcroft. The gentleman from Texas (Mr. DeLay) will continue his success of effectiveness for the American people. In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September 11. ____________________”