John Garamendi: “I thank the gentleman. As a new insurance commissioner in California in 1991, I had lots of problems with pensions, a…”

“I thank the gentleman. As a new insurance commissioner in California in 1991, I had lots of problems with pensions, a lot of problems with insurance companies going broke. I was summoned to Washington to appear before the Commerce Committee to explain. I had great fear in my mind. The very famous John Dingell was chairing that committee. But I very quickly realized his goal and mine were the same, that is, to find ways to protect people. A deep friendship then ensued for many years. My mentor is leaving this session. I will miss him. I know that everybody in this House will miss him in many ways. He is a good man. His heart is as big as this Nation which he has worked so hard for. John Dingell, a great, great Member of Congress.”