Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I would like to begin by thanking Congressman Patrick Murphy of Pennsylvania and Majority Leader Steny Hoyer for introducing and bringing this momentous legislation to the House. Our troops and veterans have taken the Oath of Service and have devoted their lives to our country. I want to thank our Nation's Armed Services for proudly and courageously serving our Nation. In supporting our troops, I stand here today in unwavering support of repealing Don't Ask, Don't Tell, and I urge my colleagues to join me in passing this legislation. The ``Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal Act of 2010'' presents the Congress of the United States with an opportunity to uphold civil and human rights in one of the most noble institutions of the United States--our armed forces. I believe that the Pentagon's extensive report regarding DADT's repeal speaks for itself The report explained that the majority of the military supported allowing gay members of the armed services to serve openly. Furthermore, the report stated that allowing gay Americans to serve openly would not have a substantial impact on troop morale, readiness, or effectiveness. It is important that we realize and recognize that we have the power to prevent the potentially disruptive process of having the courts repeal Don't Ask Don't Tell by doing it legislatively today.…”