Political Quotes

“yesterday morning a friend and colleague, Representative Tom Lantos, passed away. Throughout his life, Congressman Lantos fought for liberty. As a young man in Hungary during World War II, he opposed the spread of Nazi fascism and survived the Holocaust. During his 27 years in Congress, Congressman Lantos earned a reputation as a leader for human rights and democracy around the world--in particular as the Ranking Member and the Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee. I had the privilege of working with Chairman Lantos as a fellow member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Together, we were able to strengthen the partnerships between the United States and nations throughout the world. Chairman Lantos brought an unmoving optimism to both his life and his career that served himself and his adopted nation of America well. Tom Lantos was a beloved and respected member of the House of Representatives, and he will be dearly missed. During this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Annette, their two daughters, and his entire family and friends.”