Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution (H. Res. 363) expressing support for recognizing ``National Police Week,'' as amended. The Clerk read the title of the resolution. The text of the resolution is as follows: H. Res. 363 Whereas Federal, State, local, and Tribal police officers, sheriffs, and other law enforcement officers across the United States serve with valor, dignity, and integrity; Whereas law enforcement officers are charged with-- (1) pursuing justice for all individuals; and (2) performing the duties of a law enforcement officer with fidelity to the constitutional and civil rights of the public the officers serve; Whereas law enforcement officers swear an oath to uphold the public trust even though, through the performance of the duties of a law enforcement officer, the officers may become targets for senseless acts of violence; Whereas, in 1962, President John Fitzgerald Kennedy signed Public Law 87-726 (36 U.S.C.…”