Political Quotes

“I thank the chairman. Mr. Speaker, it truly is an honor and a privilege to reflect on the careers of three dear friends as the gentleman spoke so eloquently about Congressman Randy Forbes, Congressman Scott Rigell, and Congressman Robert Hurt. They have been true Virginia leaders. They are all statesmen in the truest sense of the word. They are all servant leaders in their putting others before themselves, and they have done that throughout their tremendous careers in public service. Randy Forbes is a dear friend. Randy is one of those unique individuals who truly, truly puts others first in everything that he has done. I have known Randy through the years, back to his days in the Virginia General Assembly, where he created great opportunities for folks, not only in the district that he represented, but he also made an impact on the State of Virginia. He was a very thoughtful and eloquent legislator. He understood what government's role was. He wanted to make sure that that was done properly. He also played a critical role in his party. The Grand Old Party was better off in Virginia because of Randy Forbes' leadership. We were blessed to have him in that capacity there for a number of years. I have known Randy as a dear friend but also, truly, as one of the most effective legislators whom we have seen up here on Capitol Hill. His time, Mr.…”