Political Quotes

“I have introduced a death or inheritance tax bill. I would be happy to have my colleagues join me, because there are Democrats that do strongly support tax relief for people who work. Mr. Speaker, on Memorial Day, I was proud to honor John T. Bone, a hero of World War II, at the American Legion in Elm City, NC, and present to him the medals that he had waited half a century to accept. Last week I was proud to join this House in casting my vote to ban the desecration of the American flag. And today I am proud to announce to this House that the American Legion has joined me in support of my resolution for educational standards of excellence for America's schools. The American Legion applauds your initiative to introduce challenging academic standards into our Nation's educational system. The American Legion has been a long-time supporter of a quality education for each child. The adoption of challenging academic standards by each State would go a long way in helping this Nation reach educational excellence for our children. I urge my colleagues to join me in this resolution.”