Political Quotes

“House Resolution 46, introduced by my distinguished colleague, the gentleman from New York (Mr. Nadler), honors the life of legendary illustrator Al Hirschfeld. Madam Speaker, Al Hirschfeld passed away at his home in New York City on January 20 at the age of 99. During his remarkable career that spanned three-quarters of a century, Al Hirschfeld drew caricatures of giants of the performing arts world that appeared primarily in the New York Times, but also in a variety of books and periodicals. An A-list of museums and galleries feature his works, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the St. Louis Art Museum, which is in his hometown. His drawings, easily recognized by their distinctive flowing lines and the hidden word 'Nina,' the name of his daughter that appeared in each of his works, turned generations of his own fans into connoisseurs of all art and theater. By passing this resolution, this House can express the sadness of the City of New York, and indeed all of America, from Al Hirschfeld's passing last month.”