Political Quotes

“``My country, 'tis of thee, sweet land of liberty.'' God bless America. I'm glad that we have songs that can capture our spirits and the love that we have for our Nation. I'm reminded of being a child, singing the words, ``My country, 'tis of thee.'' I'm reminded of that day, 9/11, when Members of Congress gathered to stand on the steps of the United States Capitol to sing ``God Bless America.'' I rise today to pay tribute to Americans and a myriad of persons whose lives remain forever changed because of 9/11. We honor and mourn still those who fell on that day. It was the world, a potpourri of personalities, nationalities, languages, different descriptions, and life stories. It was the world that was in America, a country that welcomes all. Then, of course, there are those of us who are reminded of the rushing in of heroes and ``sheroes,'' NYPD, civilian volunteers, firefighters, Park Police, Federal workers, all in some way helping to save someone's life, fellow office workers, dishwashers, restaurant workers. Some died so that others might live. I remember very clearly where I was here in the United States Capitol, having a meeting with one of the Cabinet members of the President at that time, deeply involved in work regarding small businesses, going on with the normal daily responsibilities, Members who work on legislation, constituency issues, and oversight over the government.…”