Political Quotes

“I came to the floor to talk about another topic, and that is about my friend and fellow Texan Congressman Ralph Hall, who at the end of this year will be retiring from representing Texas's Fourth District in the House of Representatives for more than three decades. It is hard to speak to the entirety of Ralph's 34 years in Congress in just a few minutes. I will try. I would be remiss if I didn't mention some of his greatest hits, so to speak. Let me begin with what I admire most about Ralph Hall and why he is so beloved back home in Texas. Why would they return him election after election over these many years? First, Ralph is someone whom a lot of Texans look up to as a role model. He is a happy warrior. Having proudly served this country and Texas for over 50 years, he is a man of extraordinary character and remarkable integrity. Thinking about Ralph, the first thing that comes to mind is his service to others, from his military service to being the oldest and among the longest serving Members of Congress. Ralph has lived a life of service to others and leaves behind a considerable legacy--one that will be long remembered and celebrated by people in my State and I believe the people of the United States too.…”