Washington, March 4 -- Congressman Steny H. Hoyer issued the following press release:
This week, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) delivered remarks at the Puerto Rico Equality and Statehood Summit in the U.S. Capitol. Below is a transcription of his remarks:
"Well, I, first of all, I apologize to the distinguished panel for interrupting you, but I want to let you know that I was instructed to be here at 1:30 [p.m.], so I followed instructions (laughter). And then, as you noticed, when Congresswoman Ros-Lehtinen gave me instructions, I followed those as well. (laughter) So, I learned very well to follow the instructions of the two powerful women that I've been involved with, Ros-Lehtinen and your Governor, who was an extraordinary partne...