Political Quotes

“Madam President, behind each Senator is a team of hard- working and dedicated staffers who ensure our constituents have the best possible representation in Congress. For almost 9 years, Darrel Thompson, my deputy chief of staff for intergovernmental and external affairs, has been a lynchpin of my Washington staff. Darrel grew up in Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, but he fights for my constituents as if he is a native Nevadan. Darrel works with Federal and State officials and business leaders to foster economic opportunities in Nevada. And Nevada employers and workers alike have been fortunate to have Darrel watching out for their interests. Sadly for us, today is Darrel's last day with my office. Darrel has lived on Capitol Hill for two decades, and he is leaving to realize his dream of running for the District of Columbia City Council seat for Ward 6. I know Darrel's talent will shine in this new endeavor, as it has in my office. Darrel has been a trusted advisor on international labor and employment issues, labor negotiations, and job growth. He has also been an advocate for social justice, and for both the faith and African-American communities. And he has always been a strong voice for the District of Columbia in the U.S. Senate. Darrel's prior experience has been also an asset to our team. Before he joined my staff, he was chief of staff for the Barack Obama for Senate campaign and finance chief of staff for Congressman Gephardt's 2004 presidential campaign.…”