Political Quotes

“On behalf of Congressman Crow, Congressman Neguse, and myself, I rise today to recognize and honor Richard ``Dick'' Lamm, the former Governor of Colorado from 1975 to 1987. Governor Lamm was a tremendous leader and public servant for our great State of Colorado. He passed away on July 29, 2021. As a three- term Governor, he was one of the longest-serving Governors in Colorado history. Governor Lamm was born in Wisconsin and moved to Denver in 1962. He served as a State representative from 1966 to 1974, where he rose to the position of assistant minority leader. During that time, he sponsored and helped pass several pieces of noteworthy legislation, including the Nation's first abortion law in 1967, ensuring women access to critical healthcare, including abortion services in cases of rape or incest. In 1987, he began his first term as Governor of Colorado and went on to serve for 12 years, earning support from people across the State with his no-nonsense attitude and strong commitment to equality, education, and the environment. Before holding office, Governor Lamm served as a first lieutenant in the United States Army and worked as an attorney and a certified public accountant. After leaving office, he coordinated and co-directed the University of Denver Institute for Public Policy Studies. Above all else, Dick Lamm was a devoted husband and loving father. He stayed active in politics and kept up with Colorado news until his death.…”