Ted Lieu : (5) " Before I could become a military officer or a Member of Congress, I was required to do one thing: Take an oath to the Constitution. " - Ted Lieu " I came here as an immigrant. We were poor. We went to flea markets to sell gifts to make ends meet. Just the mere fact that I can be running for Congress is something that can only happen in a place like America. It’s such a wonderful country. " - Ted Lieu " The president of the United States has a serious job with deadly serious responsibilities. Rash and impulsive decisions by him can lead to negative outcomes and distractions that undermine the strength of our nation. " - Ted Lieu " Refugees don’t make our country less safe. But xenophobia, fear and hate do. " - Ted Lieu " In my experience, bad actors respond to threats of military action or sanctions. " - Ted Lieu