Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I would like to welcome the newest Member of the House of Representatives from Virginia, Dr. Dave Brat of Glen Allen, Virginia, to this Chamber. Dave is joining this body as a new Member representing the Seventh District of Virginia. Over the past year, he has talked with his friends and neighbors about the challenges facing our Nation and what Congress can do to help grow our economy and help the private sector create jobs. Dave is uniquely positioned to work on issues related to American jobs and the economy. With an undergraduate degree in business administration and a Ph.D. in economics, his background in economic policy will help this body deal with the most pressing issues of the day. For the past 18 years, Dave has been a faculty member at Randolph- Macon College where he served as the chair of the department of economics. Dave is also a strong family man and, with his wife, Laura, has two children. Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to welcome Dave to the United States House of Representatives. Joining us today are our fellow Members of the Virginia delegation who welcome you and look forward to working with you. I now yield to the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. Scott) for his welcoming remarks.”