Nick Rahall: “Charlie Johnson's departure will be a loss to this great institution we serve, and which Charlie has served so well for…”

“Charlie Johnson's departure will be a loss to this great institution we serve, and which Charlie has served so well for 22 years. Throughout his tenure, Charlie has been a wise counselor, a trusted confidant, and an impartial adjudicator who has served both parties without pride or prejudice. For those who don't readily grasp the significance of the role of Parliamentarian, it is the Parliamentarian who makes sure that we can continue to conduct the House's business every hour of every day. For those of us who serve in the House, the Parliamentarian is an absolute lifeline. He's also the occasional judge, father confessor, and calm in the storm of the House floor as Members and parties seek to advance their own interests.”