Political Quotes

“Mr. Presient, the global community has lost one of our most active advocates for peace. On June 22, John Philip Dunfey passed away. Known as Jack to his many friends around the world, he was a World War II veteran, founder and CEO of Omni Hotels International, and the owner of Parker House. His impact, however, was far wider. Jack was an ardent supporter of social justice issues throughout his life. Jack lead human rights missions to many corners of the world, helping to free prisoners in Cuba, remove landmines in Angola and monitor the election in South Africa won by Nelson Mandela. Jack was the founder and chairman of the Global Citizens Circle, fostering cross-cultural and intergenerational dialogue about important social change. Together with friends on both sides of the aisle, Dunfey was appointed by President Ronald Reagan to the commission that founded the U.S. Institute for Peace. He was also a founding board member of the American Ireland Fund, an organization working to bring peace to Ireland. These important organizations will far outlive Jack, continuing his legacy and helping to improve lives across the globe. He lived a life true to his favorite saying, ``We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.'' Jack gave abundantly, and the world owes him a debt of gratitude. My thoughts are with Jack's wife, Lisa, and their family during this difficult time.…”