[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 86 (Tuesday, May 31, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E817]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                  CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF ERIC BRADLEY

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                             HON. TED LIEU

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 31, 2016

  Mr. TED LIEU of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 
the life of Eric Bradley--husband, father, and community leader--who 
passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2016.
  Eric was well known locally and nationally as a political activist 
and strategist who possessed unparalleled abilities in organizing and 
advocating for numerous causes. He served his community, his state, and 
his country loyally and effectively through his work.
  Eric began his career after studying political science at the 
University of California, Santa Barbara and continued to serve the 
people of Southern California until his last days. He dedicated his 
life to improving the lives of others and he will be remembered for his 
compassionate spirit, which moved everyone who met him.
  Trusted and beloved by many, Eric was a man of resolute character, 
integrity, honesty, and kindness. His advice was invaluable and his 
approval, once earned, was treasured. He believed in fairness and 
justice for all; equal opportunity and protection under the law; 
creating an economy that supports everyone, especially working 
families; and above all, the value of public service.
  Eric Bradley's legacy will live on in the institutions that he served 
and through the people that he empowered. He is survived by his wife, 
Gail Bradley, and his son, Anders Bradley, whom I hope take comfort in 
the way he lived as an outstanding and honest man. I ask that my 
colleagues join me in recognizing Eric Bradley's incredible life.

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