Barbara Lee: “Today I rise with a heavy heart to honor the life of my friend, Ady Barkan, who passed away earlier this year due to…”

“Today I rise with a heavy heart to honor the life of my friend, Ady Barkan, who passed away earlier this year due to complications of ALS. Ady is fondly remembered by many as a brilliant strategist, communicator, and activist. He was an activist who brought our Nation closer to making healthcare in America a basic human right. Beyond being one of the most powerful activists in America, Ady Barkan was also a loving husband and a dedicated father. My condolences to Rachael, his partner of 18 years, and their two children. My heart goes out to your family, Rachael, during this difficult time. While I can't imagine a world without Ady, I know that through Be A Hero, his work and legacy will live on. That is why I am so proud to partner with Be A Hero and work towards introducing the Ady Barkan Memorial Resolution, and I urge my colleagues to support this resolution when introduced. Thank you, Ady, for advocating for a better tomorrow. ____________________”