Nancy Pelosi: “I rise with the greatest respect, admiration, and appreciation to congratulate the distinguished gentleman from…”

“I rise with the greatest respect, admiration, and appreciation to congratulate the distinguished gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. Markey), who has served nearly 4 decades in the House of Representatives. Two weeks ago, in their wisdom, the people of Massachusetts elected him to the United States Senate. I'm pleased to yield to the skillful leader, this person of great vision, a legislative virtuoso, a person who has served with great values. It is a bittersweet moment for me to yield for the last time to the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. Markey).”