Political Quotes

“I know that both of us want to thank Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, and the ranking member of the Republican Party, Mitch McConnell, and all the people who were so instrumental in making this happen. There have only been 35 people lying in state in this Capitol--35 out of millions and millions and millions. And it is a tremendous tribute for us, coming from our wonderful, patriotic, beautiful State of West Virginia, to have the ``greatest generation'' being represented. And as we have said, this is not him; it is for everybody and, I hope, for all the families and anybody who had anybody who served. Shelley's dad was wounded in World War II and received a Purple Heart. He became our Governor three times and was a friend of mine. And my father and all of my family served in World War II. But to have so many people, and Woody is doing that for them. Tomorrow is for every person who has sacrificed and given their all and the families who have sacrificed also. So we want to thank them for making that happen. It was a great tribute and a great honor, I know, for the family and all of us. God bless you all and thank you for coming. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Rhode Island.”