[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 2]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 2786]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING CONGRESSMAN TOM LANTOS

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 27, 2008

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam Speaker, I extend my deepest 
regrets for the passing of Congressman Tom Lantos. His death is an 
enormous loss to Congress and our Nation. I always deeply admired his 
unwavering commitment to human rights. In this area, he believed our 
Nation could reach a higher standard, and we are all better off because 
of it.
  Madam Speaker, I first met Congressman Lantos when I was an aide in 
California's 19th Assembly District. I had a high regard for him then 
and am honored that I was able to serve with him in Congress. My 
sincerest condolences go to his wife Annette, his two daughters, 
Annette and Katrina, his 17 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

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