Political Quotes

“I have met many people in my life, but Elijah Cummings was steadfast and unmovable in his quest to protect our democracy. He was my friend from day one. I was a lost freshman, trying to find my way to the Rayburn Building from Cannon. Not only did Elijah teach me how to read the numbers, but he walked me all the way to the Rayburn Building. Then he recommended a chief of staff to me, Kimberly Ross, who is with me today. He was a mentor to me and so many. We texted often and talked about healthcare challenges and the challenges of our communities and this great Nation. He cosponsored and saluted me for my work putting Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill. Elijah would often say his life was based on pain, passion, and purpose, which propelled him forward. A few months ago, he keynoted an event in my district for his good friend, the Reverend Dr. Charles Booth's program, Bridges to the Future, for its 25th anniversary, although he was not feeling well himself. But Elijah was a friend to the end. His unmatched ability to tap into the heart of the matter and find consensus that mattered was Elijah. So, Elijah, my brother, my friend, my mentor, my colleague, I assure you, when times get tough, I will borrow your fighting spirit and harness the power to stand firm in the face of injustice. My heart and prayers are with his wife and my friend, Maya; his children; his family; his constituents; and his staff. Elijah, my friend, my colleague, rest in peace.…”