Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today in strong support of the effort to establish a national veterans cemetery on the south plains of west Texas. Dating back to the Civil War, the 147 national cemeteries across America are a powerful way to honor those who have gone before us who wore the uniform of the United States and remind us every day of the 1 percent of Americans who were willing to sacrifice everything in defense of our freedom and security. For some, they serve as what President Lincoln called ``a final resting place for those who gave their lives that our Nation might live.'' Yesterday, I had the privilege of meeting with several distinguished veterans who have made it their mission to see this vision become a reality. {time} 1015 Among them were four generals, who have chosen to reside in a little slice of heaven that Chairman Mike Conaway and I call west Texas. I am so honored that they are with us here today in the gallery. General Edgar Murphy was the commanding general of the 49th Armored Division of the Army National Guard for the State of Texas. In his distinguished 42-year military career, he was awarded numerous medals, including the Legion of Merit. Today the Armed Forces Guard and Reserve Center in Lubbock is named in General Murphy's honor. General Anne Sobel is a former major general in the Arizona Air National Guard who served as the first female homeland security director for the State of New Mexico.…”