Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I thank my friend, Mr. Hice, and the chairwoman for this time. Mr. Speaker, I do indeed rise today in support of H.R. 6080, the bill to designate the U.S. Post Office at 5420 Kavanaugh Boulevard in Little Rock, Arkansas, as the Ronald A. Robinson Post Office. Ron, as he was known, was truly larger than life. Ron was born on April 3, 1943, and he passed away August 14, 2018, at 75 years old. Ron lived an extraordinary life that included serving with distinction as an Air Force captain, communications professional, and an avid stamp collector. Ron attended the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, where he earned his degree in journalism. While studying journalism, he was a sportswriter covering the Arkansas Razorbacks for the Arkansas Gazette. He was also editor of the University of Arkansas newspaper, The Arkansas Traveler. In 1966, Ron attended the Boston University Graduate School of Public Communications to study public relations. Ron joined the Air Force, and he served as an officer for nearly 5 years. During his time in the Air Force, he rose to the rank of captain. His assignments included being the head of internal information for the nationwide Air Force ROTC program. He was also chief of combat news and the director of information for the Defense Intelligence Agency's Aeronautical Chart and Information Center. Ron earned a Bronze Star for his service in Vietnam.…”