Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I yield to the gentlewoman from Washington (Ms. DelBene). Ms. DelBENE. Madam Speaker, I am honored to be here with all of my colleagues to celebrate the life and legacy of Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. Madam Speaker, there are those people who stand out, who leave an indelible mark on you. You just hear their name, and you think that voice, the passion, the determination. Bill Pascrell--Billy, as we knew him--was one of those people. I had the honor of working with him on the Ways and Means Committee and also on his Oversight Subcommittee and calling him a friend and colleague. We worked together on issues from standing up against tax cheats to worker-friendly trade policy. He was always strong-willed and ready to fight, fight for what he believed in, and we all know he loved a good fight. He deeply loved his hometown of Paterson, with one t, in New Jersey and was a tireless advocate for his constituents in these Halls. My thoughts and condolences are also with his family, his incredible staff, and his loved ones. We are all fortunate to share in his memory.”