Political Quotes

On the recordApril 25, 2012
I had the opportunity to serve in Iraq as a diplomat at our Embassy and in Afghanistan with NATO, and I understand where you are coming from with your poignant remarks.
Said by
Joe Wilson
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Wilson shares his experience in Iraq and Afghanistan to support the discussion on military leadership.

Share & report

More from Joe Wilson

Feb 12, 2025

Mr. Speaker, during the failed Biden- Harris administration, Federal agencies were allowed to drastically expand power, undermining the legislative authority of Congress. Currently, the process for Congress to pass resolutions on an agency…

Congressional Record · 2025-02-12
Feb 6, 2025

Mr. Speaker, American families are still suffering from the disastrous Biden-Harris ignorant war on fossil fuels, attacking domestic producers, destroying jobs, increasing prices. President Donald Trump and Secretary of Energy Chris Wright…

Congressional Record · 2025-02-06
Dec 10, 2024

Mr. Speaker, the military protects the freedom of all American families, and we must provide adequate support to retain our ability to have peace through strength. Tomorrow, the House will consider the Servicemember Quality of Life…

Congressional Record · 2024-12-10
Nov 18, 2024

Mr. Speaker, the failure of border security under Biden-Harris has endangered every American family. President Donald Trump and House Republicans will secure the border and restore safety to American families. The final 2024 U.S. Customs…

Congressional Record · 2024-11-18

Other voices in this conversation