Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. Congress has never awarded the Congressional Gold Medal to any group of Vietnam veterans. Today, we can change that by passing this legislation. I ask my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to vote to do just that. Madam Speaker, I thank Representative McMorris Rodgers and Senators Cornyn and Warren for their partnership and leadership on this effort. I also thank our veterans and every family member or friend who has supported a veteran. Madam Speaker, we honor the service of our Vietnam veterans. Today, we move forward in ensuring that the Dustoff crews are recognized with the Congressional Gold Medal, and I thank them for their service. May God bless them and this country.”