Political Quotes

“I rise with a heavy heart to pay tribute to Chicago Police Commander Paul Bauer, who gave his life to protect the city he loved. We use the word ``hero'' far too often, but in this case, that word is fitting. Commander Paul Bauer is a true American hero, and his loss is a tragedy. On February 13, Commander Bauer was at an ``active shooter'' training session in downtown Chicago, but he didn't hesitate to help out his fellow officers when they were pursuing a fleeing suspect. Commander Bauer was shot several times by the suspect and died from his wounds. Commander Bauer's story is a reminder to us all that our heroes serving in blue risk their lives every day, and even routine calls can turn into tragedy in an instant. A 31-year veteran of the Chicago Police Department and the commander of the 18th Police District in the Near North Side, Paul Bauer was a pillar of that community. Last year, he was commended by the city council for a charity holiday party he helped host for underprivileged kids. Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson said it best: ``This department didn't just lose an exemplary police officer. The City lost a piece of itself.'' Last week, when the charges were announced against the alleged shooter, an impromptu memorial developed outside the Thompson Center.…”