Political Quotes

“Madam President, a remarkable American marked his 100th birthday last month. Marcelle and I were delighted to be able to wish Norman Lear our best on this milestone. His achievements throughout his impactful life have broken important new ground at just about every turn. We all know Norman's credits in television, such as ``All in the Family,'' ``The Jeffersons,'' and ``Maude.'' They helped shape 20th century American culture. Norman's influence on America did not start in television. He was an U.S. Army Air Force pilot in World War II, flying more than 50 combat missions over Italy and Germany, and his heroism garnered the Air Medal with four oak leaf clusters. Norman's patriotism and public service continued throughout his television career. He addressed pressing social issues in ways others were not willing to do, touching hearts, and changing lives. The core of his message was always to bring people together on common ground, an idea which is so desperately needed today in all facets of our culture and media. He founded People For The American Way, to champion American ideals that often were under fire or diminished by apathy. Norman Lear has always understood that more things unite us than divide us as Americans, and to quote him, ``we are all in this life together.'' I was moved by his reflections, published in the New York Times on July 27, 2022, his 100th birthday, and ask unanimous consent to have them printed in the Record.…”