James Oberstar: “H.R. 3295 is a bill to designate the federal building in Oakland, CA, in honor of our colleague, Ron Dellums. For over a…”

“H.R. 3295 is a bill to designate the federal building in Oakland, CA, in honor of our colleague, Ron Dellums. For over a quarter century Ron represented the 9th district of California. Elected to Congress against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, Congressman Dellums worked to end that conflict and remained a steadfast advocate for peaceful solutions to conflict. Ron became a leader for such diverse issues as rational military policy, comprehensive and progressive healthcare, and social justice for all. He was an early and outspoken critic of the racist apartheid policies of South Africa. He was a determined advocate of Congressional authority to declare war. He led the fight against racial and sexual harassment in the military forces. He was sponsor of the alternative agendas for the Congressional Black Caucus. Ron was always a gentleman, a consensus builder, a mentor, and great friend to all members. His humor and judgment are sorely missed. With great enthusiasm I support H.R. 3295, a bill to honor Ron Dellums by designating the federal building in Oakland, CA, as the Ronald V. Dellums Federal Building.”