John M. McHugh Quotes

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• Americans have an expectation that the Postal Service will abide by its well-known, although unofficial, motto - a commitment to deliver.
• For the freedoms our founding fathers not only dreamed about, but made into reality. It is that same pursuit of freedom today that is helping…
• We have already seen evidence that, notwithstanding the addition of substantial resources, we are experiencing great stress in recruiting and not inconsequential retention problems.
• In the Armed Services Committee, we endeavored to put forth proposals that would help alleviate some of that stress, both for the troops and for…
• The more we focus on using renewable fuels, the less we are dependent upon foreign oil.
• We are particularly interested in the mental health programs and policies that support our troops and their families before, during, and after deployment to Iraq…
• We also very importantly recommend continued growth in the Army and the Marine Corps end strength.
• Throughout the history of our young nation, we have seen our military go bravely into battle, armed with courage and willing to make the ultimate…
• One only has to look at the performance of the economy to understand how it shapes the perspective of America's youth about military service.
• But the fact is, Mr. Chairman, for all the challenges the Postal Service of the 21st century faces, it still retains its traditional place as…
• Aquatic invasive species are destroying the environment, damaging fisheries, and costing American taxpayers billions of dollars annually.
• As long as we're dependent on those fossil fuels, we're dependent on the Middle East. If we are not victims, we're certainly captives.
• The Army's always had a special place in my heart.
• Since far fewer people are recruited to serve in a voluntary military, the connection between America and its military is increasingly tenuous and less personal.
• As America celebrates Memorial Day, we pay tribute to those who have given their lives in our nation's wars.
• The study also included the disturbing revelation that most of the troops who reported having mental health problems also reported that they did not seek…
• Last month, the Iraqi people went to the polls, voting in their first free election in more than 50 years.
• Now that this legislation has passed the House, I look forward to the vote in the Senate that will bring us to Conference, where we…
• Postal service of today is far removed from that of 30 years ago when reform was last enacted.
• The bottom line is, winter navigation on the Seaway is a bad idea.

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