Political Quotes

“on this solemn occasion I would like to join my colleagues and the people of the 11th Congressional District of Virginia to pay special tribute to Special Agent John Gibson and Officer Jacob Chestnut who gave their lives on July 24 to keep our seat of democracy safe. Special Agent Gibson was a resident of my congressional district. It is tragic that these brave men were cut down in the prime of their lives, but they will never be forgotten for the bravery that they displayed, the lives that they saved and the ultimate sacrifice that they made. Both men were dedicated 18-year veterans of the U.S. Capitol Police Force, and both were devoted to their families, and they will certainly be missed by everyone who knew them. Special Agent Gibson was much more than a Capitol Police officer, however. He was a father, a husband, a sports fan who was beloved and respected in his community. He was Santa Claus at Christmas time. He was loving to his family, generous to his neighbors loyal to his job. Special Agent Gibson will be remembered for all those things, but his enduring legacy will be heroism he displayed on that day. With his own life in danger, he acted quickly and selflessly to save others. He commanded the staff in the whip's office to hide while he faced the gunman alone, and he will be remembered as a great hero for sacrificing his own life to save the lives of others and for continuing to do his duty in the face of great peril.”