I simply want to echo the sentiments that have already been expressed by all of my colleagues, that Lou Stokes has no peer when it comes to service, dedication, and generosity. We have already heard of all of his accolades. I guess Kipling must have been thinking about him when he penned those words that said, ``If you can walk with kings and not lose the common touch, if all men matters with you, but none too much.'' And finally Lou, ``If you can feel the unforgiven moment with 60 seconds worth of distance run, yours will be the world and all that is in it. And what is more, you are a man, my son.''
Danny Davis: “I simply want to echo the sentiments that have already been expressed by all of my colleagues, that Lou Stokes has no…”
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Paying tribute to Lou Stokes for his service and dedication.
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