[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 19 (Wednesday, January 29, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E101]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                              KOBE BRYANT

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                            HON. BARBARA LEE

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 29, 2020

  Ms. LEE of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today heartbroken upon 
hearing of the sudden passing of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and 
occupants Christina Mauser, Keri Altobelli, John Altobelli, Alyssa 
Altobelli, Payton Chester, Sarah Chester, and Ara Zobayan.
  Kobe was an inspirational leader, advocate, athlete and father. He 
inspired people from across the world to strive for greatness, to be 
the best, and to invoke what he called, the Mamba Mentality.
  Kobe not only inspired the people of California but the entire world. 
From his incredibly difficult jump shots, to his selfless charitable 
efforts, Kobe always worked hard to stand up for what he believed in 
and to be a great father to four beautiful girls whom he loved.
  This unimaginable tragedy has rocked this world and left many hurt. 
Kobe Bryant finished his NBA career among the best to have ever played 
the game.
  His legacy will live on forever and we must come together to support 
the entire Bryant family and all the families affected through this 
tragedy.

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