Political Quotes

“and still I rise. I say ``and still I rise'' because I have been censured, but I would like to assure people that I have not been silenced; censured but not silenced. I rise today, Mr. Speaker, proud to say that I am an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community, an ally. I rise as an ally, Mr. Speaker, to acknowledge that H. Res. 550, the original LGBTQIA+ Pride Month resolution of 2025, is a part of the history of the records of the House of Representatives. This resolution is a resolution that I am honored to present annually, and it speaks to the accomplishments of the community. It also addresses many of the things that are shortcomings in our society as they impact the community. I am proud today to rise and say that as an ally of the community, this resolution has 125 cosponsors. For many, that might not seem like a lot. I can recall a time when we had many, many persons who wanted to sign on. For reasons that were associated with elections and politics, they would not sign on. I think people are overcoming those concerns and those fears, and they are recognizing the fact that we should not discriminate against people because of who they are. Mr. Speaker, I believe that it would be beneficial for people to talk to people who are from the community before drawing conclusions. I especially say this as it relates to the trans community.”