Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today as a member of the Washington State delegation to honor the service and sacrifice of Pierce County Sheriff's Deputy Dom Calata. He was killed in the line of duty after pursuing a man wanted for second-degree assault. I have been told that he had a tireless work ethic and was someone who went above and beyond in his commitment to our community and to our Nation. In addition to his role as a deputy, he was also in the National Guard and previously served in the U.S. Army. But his and his family's commitment to the community doesn't stop there. He was also an organ donor. It is just one more way that he and his family have stepped up to support others in need. Dom is nothing short of a hero. His loss is a devastating blow to our community, and I am thinking of and praying for the Pierce County Sheriff's Office and Dom's family, friends, and loved ones. I hope all of us in this House will take a moment to remember Deputy Calata and his contributions to our community and to our Nation. ____________________”