Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of World Blood Donor Day and to celebrate and thank the 7 million Americans who choose to donate blood each year. Generosity saved the life of my dear friend and roommate, Congressman Steve Scalise, after a shooter attacked our fellow colleagues and teammates on the ball field during an early morning baseball practice a year ago. Blood can't be manufactured, so our entire national supply depends on the selfless generosity of our blood donors. Because donated blood is perishable, it has a limited shelf life and has to be continually replenished. Volunteer blood donations ensure that patients in need always have access to the lifesaving gift of blood. In the summer, we see a big drop in donations exactly at the time when people are out and about and need it the most. I encourage my colleagues to visit their local blood center and help promote awareness. Be there for someone else. Give blood and share life. ____________________”