[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 181 (Thursday, November 15, 2018)]
[House]
[Page H9535]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
HONORING DR. HERB LONDON
The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from
Pennsylvania (Mr. Rothfus) for 5 minutes.
Mr. ROTHFUS. Mr. Speaker, our Nation lost an intellectual giant and
visionary leader this past Saturday, November 10, 2018.
Dr. Herbert London was a legendary conservative author, scholar,
commentator, and defender of freedom. He was a scholar's scholar and a
gentleman's gentleman.
A New Yorker of great stature, Herb grew up playing basketball and
led his high school team to a city championship. After completing his
studies at Columbia University, Herb's hoop-playing skills caught the
eye of the Syracuse Nationals; however, an injury blocked his athletic
career.
Herb went on to earn a Ph.D. from New York University and later
served as the dean of NYU's Gallatin division. From running for
political office to leading the Hudson Institute to founding the London
Center for Policy Research, Dr. London was the definition of a
renaissance man and a true patriot, committed to bringing about a
stronger, more principled Nation.
A 6'5'' tower of humility, integrity, and vision, Herb will be sorely
missed, and his legacy will forever be enshrined in the hearts and
minds of many.
My prayers are with the London family as they heal from this
tremendous loss.
May he rest in peace.
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