Political Quotes

“I salute my good friend and long-time colleague and political neighbor, Sid Yates, as he comes to the end of a most remarkable career in the House of Representatives. It was an incredible fifty years ago that Sid first won his seat in Congress. Over the years since, both Sid and I have worked hard together in support of numerous projects involving many issues for the betterment of Illinois citizens. And I must say that Chicagoans have long been appreciative of Sid's remarkable ability as Chairman of the Interior Subcommittee on Appropriations to bring to the Windy City large allocations of funds for many important projects. Literally he has been able to win billions for the city and for Illinois in projects such as the Chicago Shoreline Project, the Navy Pier Restoration Project, the Indiana Dunes Land Acquisition Project, the Chicago Cultural Center--in addition to many specific public works projects of importance to Chicago. Moreover, as one of this country's earliest environmentalists, Sid Yates will be remembered fondly by many across the land as the prime mover in the creation of many national parks, as well as in the preservation of wildernesses, scenic rivers, seashore and lakeshore projects, for all Americans to enjoy.”