But this we know, the faintest cry from the loneliest heart in the remotest part of the planet will not go unheard. Even now, You are marshalling the forces of nations and peoples to rescue the perishing and care for the dying. You brought every Member of this House here for a time such as this. 435 good, dedicated, caring people who really want to make the right decisions for the people who sent them here. However, tremendous pressures are bombarding them.
Some pressures are of the purest motives and others are of greed, selfishness and partisanship.
Give each member the wisdom to know what is right, the strength to do what is right and the courage to reject those who would compromise the integrity of this high office. Remind us that it is not always easy to do the right thing, but it always the right thing to do. And, Father, let the family members and loved ones of each Member, especially Mrs. Chafee, know that they, too, are true American heroes. They also pay a high price keeping the home fires burning while giving strength and support to these Representatives to carry on the responsibility of government. God, use us to bless America.