Political Quotes

“It has been more than 5 years since the 2009 shooting in Fort Hood, Texas. The whole country was shocked by this senseless activity. Finally, earlier this month, the 47 soldiers and surviving family members of this tragic event did receive Purple Heart medals for their sacrifice, and they will be provided with every benefit that this commendation obliges. Following the shooting back in 2009, I went to Fort Hood. I met with the families of loved ones of this attack's victims. I saw firsthand the devastation and the sacrifice. None of them--none of them--should have had to wait this long for the recognition. Although the delay can never be made right, I am relieved that these families and victims have finally received the recognition for their sacrifice. Mr. Speaker, Senator Cornyn from my State of Texas, Representative Carter, and Representative Roger Williams put a lot of effort into this, but I also need to recognize the thousands of constituents--not just in Texas, but across the country--who phoned, emailed, and sent letters asking that this omission be made right. I am happy to say and acknowledge that through their efforts, it finally has been. ____________________”