On the recordSeptember 28, 2015
Let me thank the gentleman for his very thoughtful statement and for leading us off today and setting the tone for the Congressional Black Caucus that we will never forget our icons, but we also know that to pay tribute is the highest honor for all of us because we are here because of all of them. I thank Mr. Butterfield for his leadership. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege now to yield to Representative Charles Rangel, who does not need a long introduction. It is important to note that he has led on so many issues. He was not only the chairman of the Committee on Ways and Means, but also a dear friend of Congressman Lou Stokes and one of the founders of the Congressional Black Caucus. If Congressman Rangel had not done what he did, we would not be here today. I am delighted to yield to him at this time.
