Political Quotes

Dick Durbin: We've lost John McCain, Ted Kennedy, and Bo Biden to glioblastoma, and I'm hoping even at Northwestern University, where…

On the recordApril 16, 2024
We've lost John McCain, Ted Kennedy, and Bo Biden to glioblastoma, and I'm hoping even at Northwestern University, where there's some research breakthroughs that we can find a way to treat this malady in a more effective way.
Said by
Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Durbin highlights the need for effective glioblastoma treatments, referencing notable figures lost to the disease.

Share

More from Dick Durbin

Aug 18, 2026

Simply put, no president has the authority to unilaterally demolish and remodel the country’s White House in such a significant manner without congressional approval.

durbin.senate.gov
Sep 3, 2026

This funding will help graduate more highly trained nurses to serve our entire region, making a difference in the lives of thousands of people.

durbin.senate.gov
Aug 29, 2026

Courtrooms handling upwards of 150 respondents in a judge’s morning docket raise serious concerns about whether individuals are receiving a meaningful opportunity to be heard.

durbin.senate.gov
Aug 24, 2026

The lawmakers also emphasized that the Trump Administration’s definition of medical frailty far exceeds what is outlined in the law itself and creates additional onerous barriers for both patients and states.

duckworth.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation