“I want to talk about Jack Welsh. He is almost 100 years old. He fought in World War II. He did many things. He won many awards. He went to school and had a job. He was married and had children. He has many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. I want to say thank you and happy birthday to Jack.”
What they said. What they meant.
Plain-language translations from Congress.
Recent debates
8 latest topics
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026
13 statements
Moment of Silence in Honor of the 25th Anniversary of September 11
2 statements
Honoring Former U.S. Representative Charles Hatcher of Georgia
2 statements
Recognizing Firefighters from California's Third Congressional District
17 statements
Saluting White Plains Beautification Foundation
2 statements
Celebrating Rural Lawyer Julie Bear
4 statements
Operation Midway Blitz Anniversary
2 statements
Catherine Watts Celebrates 100th Birthday
4 statements
House of Representatives
Honoring the Life of Carl Johnson, Sr.
“I want to talk about a judge. He is retiring after a long time. He is old. He has done many things. He says it was great to serve. He will help train new judges.”
“I want to talk about a young athlete. He is very good at sports. He will compete in many games. He won many awards. He is a good player on his teams. I am proud of him. His parents are proud too. He represents our state.”
“A man saved a girl from the ocean. He died saving her. I want to honor him. He was brave. I feel sad for his family.”