Madeleine Bordallo

Ms. BORDALLO

Ms. BORDALLO. Would the Chair give me the time that we have left.

Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I would like to state for the record, House Resolution 1119 states that we should honor our armed services with a moment of silence, and I hope that my colleagues will seem fit to support this very fine resolution. I would also like to go on record to thank Mr. Lamborn of Colorado for managing the bills and resolutions this afternoon with me. I yield back the balance of my time.

Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, on that I demand the yeas and nays.

Ms. BORDALLO. I yield the gentleman 1 additional minute.

Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to my friend and colleague, the gentlelady from Texas (Ms. Jackson Lee).

Ms. BORDALLO. I now yield, Mr. Speaker, 2 minutes to my friend and colleague, the gentleman from California (Mr. Garamendi).

Ms. BORDALLO. I yield 1 extra minute to the gentlelady.

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members have 5 legislative days within which to revise and extend their remarks on the resolution under consideration.

Ms. BORDALLO. I yield myself such time as I may consume. Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of House Resolution 1119, which honors the service and the sacrifice of the members of the United States Armed Forces both at home and abroad. I would like to thank my colleague from Michigan (Mr. Peters) for authoring this thoughtful measure. The men and women of the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard are true patriots, not only because they have heard but because they answered the call of duty, the duty to defend our great Nation from threats both foreign and domestic, the duty to protect our immutable freedoms, and the duty to uphold the values that make the United States both a guardian and a herald of peace and justice. They come from all around us: from big cities and small towns; from the heartland to the coasts; from jobs in farming, industry and technology; from high schools and colleges and universities; and from Wall Street and Main Street. They come from all different backgrounds, from all classes, races, and denominations. They are diverse, yet they share the same sense of duty and purpose. They possess the same courage and fortitude to go and do what others cannot. They courageously grasp the mantle passed on by those before them, those who gave their lives so others may live free. They understand the consequences and the risks, yet they keep their heads held high in honor and in pride, knowing that the rewards are great, but so are the costs. They are often asked to sacrifice that which many of us take for granted: a home-cooked meal; a comfortable bed; the embrace of a friend or a relative; and most importantly, safety. They leave behind spouses, children, and other family members, the people that they love the most, so that other Americans, complete strangers, can enjoy the same freedom. Mr. Speaker, House Resolution 1119 also acknowledges the critical sacrifice families of servicemembers make: the uncertainties and the inconveniences incurred from permanent changes of station, the anxiety and the stress induced by a deployed servicemember, the grief experienced by families and loved members of those servicemembers wounded or killed in action. These families and loved ones also deserve our most sincere thanks. The moment of silence that will take place on March 26, 2010, on National Support Our Troops Day to honor the men and women in uniform is an undemanding effort, but their service and sacrifice demand our contemplation and our gratitude. So I implore that everyone use the time to recall the sacrifice that they make each and every day. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support House Resolution 1119. I reserve the balance of my time.

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution (H. Res. 1119) expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all people in the United States should participate in a moment of silence to reflect upon the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces both at home and abroad, as amended.

Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from Michigan (Mr. Peters), my friend and colleague and the sponsor of this resolution.

Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as he may consume to my friend and colleague, the gentleman from Connecticut (Mr. Himes).

Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, may I inquire of the Chair how much time we have?

Ms. BORDALLO

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, on that I demand the yeas and nays.

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I wish to ask my colleagues to support House Resolution 900, and I yield back the balance of my time.

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to my friend and colleague, who is also a member of the Armed Services Committee, the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Andrews).

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to my friend and colleague, Mr. Andrews from New Jersey.

Ms. BORDALLO. I yield the gentleman an additional 2 minutes.

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. I rise today in support of House Resolution 900, honoring the sacrifices and contributions made by members of the Armed Forces during the Cold War. I would like to thank my friend from New York, Mr. Steve Israel, for bringing this resolution to the House floor. In an age where fear dictated the world's stage, the Armed Forces of the United States of America bravely stood guard to ensure that communism, one of democracy's greatest adversaries, would not prevail. The Cold War Certificate Program recognizes the service of veterans during the period of the Cold War from September 2, 1945 to December 26, 1991 in promoting peace and stability for America. For nearly five decades the United States stood the test of time and proved its powerful convictions in defending itself and the ideals of freedom from the threat of communism. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to help the achievements and sacrifice of the Armed Forces during the Cold War be recognized by passing a resolution that encourages the people of our Nation to participate in local and national activities honoring our veterans. I am proud to stand here today to honor the men and the women who stood on the brink of devastating global war in order to bring peace and stability to the world, and I urge my colleagues to vote in favor of House Resolution 900. I reserve the balance of my time.

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I yield such time as he may consume to my friend and colleague, the sponsor of this resolution, the gentleman from New York (Mr. Israel).

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to my friend and colleague, the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Andrews). (Mr. ANDREWS asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days within which to revise and extend their remarks on the resolution under consideration.

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I would inquire of the minority if they have any additional speakers.

Ms. BORDALLO

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I have no further requests for time, and I yield back the balance of my time.

Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, on that I demand the yeas and nays.