PATCHOGUE, NY - Tonight, Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1) issued the following statement:
"We live in the greatest nation in the history of the world. We have big challenges at the moment, real disagreement over important issues, and a precarious future as a republic.
“Following Congress' certification of the Electoral College results, in 13 days, on January 20, 2021, Joseph R. Biden, Jr. of Delaware, will be sworn in as the next President of the United States, and Kamala D. Harris of California, will be sworn in as the next Vice President of the United States.
“For our nation to thrive, we need our economy growing, our national security strong, our freedoms defended, our Constitution protected, and so much more.
“Moving forward, there will be continued debate and there will be disagreement, but out of that must be a healthy, guarded and even thriving republic. Right now, I am not going to dwell on any doubt, but to recommit to working towards a vigorous defense of lady liberty at all costs, and the pursuit of unity whenever possible.
“I just returned home from our nation's Capitol after witnessing firsthand from inside the House chamber yesterday the best of America clash with some of the worst of it in a moment of my life I will never forget.
“I love our country and I ask for your prayers tonight for each other, for any hope of unity, for your wisdom, for a peaceful transition of power, for President Trump and Vice President Pence, and for President-Elect Biden and Vice President-Elect Harris.
“For this moment, let's take one collective deep breath, recharge and renew our spirit for whatever lies ahead. We are all Americans first."
Original source can be found here.
