Political Quotes

“I thank the gentleman from Massachusetts for his leadership and as well the manager, the distinguished gentleman from Georgia, both distinguished members of the Rules Committee. This is always a tough bill because many of us are aware of the extensive amendment process that occurred during the markup. But let me speak to one or two points that I think are very important. Our men and women in the United States military deserve our keenest support. This is, in fact, Military Appreciation Month, and we want them to know that we truly appreciate them. We also know that they are fact- finders, and they are sometimes the front-line support on behalf of the United States without weapons to be helpful to countries that are in need. I am introducing an amendment cosponsored by Congresswoman Frederica Wilson and Congresswoman Barbara Lee to ask for a report on the status of the Boko Haram and the resources that our defense persons are using to help with respect to the girls that have been kidnapped, and as well report to the extent of the crimes against humanity with respect to Boko Haram in Nigeria. I just got through meeting with African ambassadors, and they have mentioned that this is a regional issue.…”