Jeb Hensarling: “Madam Clerk, every Congress represents a sacred responsibility to write a new and greater chapter in our Republic's…”

“Madam Clerk, every Congress represents a sacred responsibility to write a new and greater chapter in our Republic's history. Be it providence or destiny, a unique man of uniquely American values is now called to lead this effort. At a time when far too many of our countrymen remain unemployed, a former small businessman will lead the House to pass policies to encourage job creation. At a time when all agree our Nation is on an unsustainable fiscal course, a fiscal reformer will ensure that this House never mortgages the torch of liberty in order to pay our debts. At a time when too many doubt that their children can enjoy a brighter future in our country, he has lived the American dream, and will protect it for our posterity like few others before him. This proud son of Ohio--one of 12 children born into a working-class family--has waited tables, mopped floors, tended bar, worked construction, worked his way to a college degree at night school, led a thriving company. And through his faith, his hard work, his values, he is now poised to become the next Speaker of the House of Representatives. He knows firsthand that unlimited opportunity can only arise from limited constitutional government.”