Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and remember a friend and dear colleague who was taken from us far too soon. Congressman Mark Takai was a true statesman, public servant and an inspiration to each and every person who had the honor of knowing him. All of us in this Chamber are heartbroken by this loss. Throughout his life--as a National Guardsmen, a leader in the Hawaii state legislature, and as a Member of Congress, Mark epitomized what it means to serve. He fought tenaciously to better the lives of his constituents, and showed courage and strength in the face of adversity. Mark loved his family--his wife Sami and his children Matthew and Kaila. He wanted to make this country better for them and for everyone who calls it home. Mark was an example of what Congress should be, and his legacy will live on through his vision and unyielding commitment to bettering the lives of others. My sincerest thoughts and prayers continue to be with Mark's family. I can only imagine the sense of loss they feel, because I lost a friend and there is a hole in my heart. We thank them for sharing Mark with us. May they find comfort in knowing that his impact on the American people and the people of Hawaii is indelible and will not be forgotten. ____________________”