Political Quotes

“Today I rise to recognize the heroic efforts of Dustin Nist from New Franklin, Ohio. On June 11, 2020, Dustin witnessed a car run a stop sign, drive off the road, and descend into the Tuscarawas River. Without hesitating, Dustin ran to help. Seeing the car had been partially submerged, Dustin ran to the nearby fire station to alert the rescue crew and then ran back to the scene of the accident. Dustin made his way down a hill into the water, swimming to the passenger side of the vehicle in order to break out the window. Unsure about the passenger's injuries, Dustin was hesitant about removing the woman from the car but stayed with her until the rescue crews arrived. Unfortunately, the driver of the vehicle, Franklin D. Roffe, succumbed to his injuries; but due to Dustin's heroic efforts and the work of the New Franklin Police and Fire Departments, Clinton Fire Department, Ohio State Highway Patrol, and the staff of Summa Akron City Hospital, the woman's life was saved. Today, we honor Kent State University student and New Franklin resident Dustin Nist for his heroic actions and keep everyone involved in this tragic accident in our prayers. ____________________”