Political Quotes

“I would like to rise on a happy note and proudly congratulate a truly outstanding young man, Jason Reese, who last week was named the National Youth of the Year by the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. Mr. Speaker, Jason grew up in public housing in the east Tennessee city of Morristown, abandoned by both his father and stepfather. When his mother went back to school while continuing to work, he took on a great deal of household responsibility, including caring for his two younger brothers. But Jason has done so much more than help out at home--he became a leader at school, in his community, and in the Boys and Girls Club of Morristown. Among other honors, Jason maintained an excellent 3.83 grade point average in high school, was awarded the prestigious National Merit Scholarship, and won the east Tennessee High School physics competition. In the community, Jason has conducted programs for the elderly, helped restore a local park, and he currently volunteers his time helping young children with their homework. Jason Reese's incredible ambition and strong morals--coupled with the support and guidance of the Boys and Girls Clubs of America--helped him overcome adversity and become the role model he is today. I hope troubled youth around the Nation take Jason's example to heart.”