Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, together with my colleagues, I rise tonight to pay tribute to the memory of one of our best, Walter Capps. Walter's death on Tuesday not only shocked and surprised all of us, but also has united us in sadness that we have lost such a gentle and caring friend. My wife, Lucy, and I met Walter and Lois at freshman orientation last November and have had the opportunity to come to know them in the months since then. From my observations, today's issue of Roll Call was completely correct with its headline that characterized Walter as the nicest Member of Congress. There was something special in his nature, a cheerfulness, an openness, a warmth that made him both liked and respected. I remember very well Walter's remarks to our Thursday morning prayer breakfast not long ago. He spoke about his personal faith and his experiences as a professor of religion at the University of California, Santa Barbara. From his remarks, one could sense Walter's deep commitment to America's young people, the strength of his faith and a certain inner peace. To Lois and the Capps family, I say that we feel your loss with you for we have lost a friend and someone whom we are richer for having known.”