Political Quotes

“I stand here to recognize the incredible achievement of Midlothian resident Keira D'Amato. Earlier this year, Keira broke the American record for the women's marathon, winning the Chevron Houston Marathon with a 2-hour, 19- minute, and 12-second finish. For those of you keeping score, that is 24 seconds faster than the previous record set back in 2006. This new record demonstrates Keira's remarkable resiliency, it shows her undeniable passion, and it highlights her proven ability to overcome injuries and adversity. As a mother of two, Keira is not just a winner, she is an ambassador for her sport. Her enthusiasm is already inspiring the next generation of Virginia marathon runners. Today, on behalf of Virginia's Seventh District, I want to congratulate Keira for making Chesterfield County, central Virginia, and our entire Commonwealth proud. We are honored to be the home of a true American champion. ____________________”