Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of an amazing Johnstown, Cambria County native, Carlton Haselrig. An incredibly accomplished athlete, Carlton excelled in both wrestling and football. In high school, he was an undefeated wrestler and State champion. At the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown, Haselrig became the most decorated wrestler in NCAA history, with a total of six NCAA national championships. In 1989, Haselrig was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers, despite never having played in a college football game. Haselrig returned home to coach football and wrestling at Greater Johnstown, his high school. He dedicated his time to the youth in his community, openly talking about his past struggles with addiction and mentoring hundreds. His wife said: ``He never wanted to be the star that he became. He just wanted to be Carlton Haselrig from Johnstown--a family man, a husband, and a dad.'' Sadly, Haselrig passed away this summer. Even in death, Haselrig continues to give back, having donated his brain for chronic traumatic encephalopathy research. May God bless Carlton and his family. ____________________”