Political Quotes

“I am here to recognize an unbelievable individual who contributed so much to my home State and to our country. My home State of West Virginia has lost a beloved family man, a noble veteran, a legendary businessman, a very proud West Virginian, and a very dear friend. President John Kennedy, when visiting our State during our centennial in 1963, said: ``The sun does not always shine in West Virginia, but the people always do.'' Charles T. Jones, whom we called ``Captain Charlie,'' exemplified this, and his light will forever shine through the many people who knew and loved him best. He was truly one of a kind. He was one of the most warm, kind people I ever had the privilege of knowing. Last year, I had the privilege of submitting a Congressional Record statement for Charlie's 100th birthday. He credited his longevity to good genes, good luck, a great wife, and very supportive family, colleagues, and friends. Charlie was an innovator. He always had ideas for how to make something better or run more smoothly, making him a joy to work with and to work for. There is no greater reward in life than to be in a position to give back to the place that made you who you are. While he grew up on the banks of the Kanawha River in West Virginia, Charlie attended school in New Jersey, later earning a degree in business from Babson Institute in Massachusetts. Charlie then served his country in the U.S.…”