Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the legacy of Charles Rinkevich, Sr., a distinguished law enforcement official who dedicated his life to public service for over 40 years. After graduating from Michigan State University and serving an Active-Duty tour with the Army Reserves, Mr. Rinkevich became a lieutenant and training officer for the Savannah Police Department. During his tenure, he also served as an instructor and law enforcement consultant for the University of Georgia and the International Association of Chiefs of Police. In 1982, he was appointed by the White House to oversee two Federal Government task forces aimed at aiding community law enforcement in Atlanta and Miami. In 1983, Mr. Rinkevich moved to St. Simons Island where he was appointed director of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco. While serving in this role, he managed an annual budget exceeding $100 million and oversaw an agency that graduated over 25,000 students annually. Charles Rinkevich's commitment to excellence, innovation, and collaboration was an inspiration to countless individuals. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. ____________________”