Political Quotes

“The heroism of the two slain officers will be a permanent memorial to the hundreds of others, the thousands, the tens of thousands of others here and across our land who daily put their lives at risk so we can live as free and secure people. The greatest testimony that we could give to these two brave men would be to continue the practice of openness in this Capitol. Our democracy depends upon a very special relationship between the people and those who are fortunate enough to be their representatives. We must not break that bond. We must be prudent in our actions, but not closed in our demeanor toward the thousands of citizens who come here on a daily basis to observe their democracy. So I join in the comments that have been made by our leaders and extend our heartfelt sympathy to those families who have been so tragically ruptured by this senseless act.”