[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 2]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 2034]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF BUNNY STEINMAN

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                          HON. PATRICK MURPHY

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 23, 2016

  Mr. MURPHY of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life 
and legacy of Bunny Steinman. Bunny was a unique and wonderful soul. 
Hardworking, fierce, and warm-hearted, she was a pillar of the Florida 
Democratic Party. Her energy was contagious and if I had to pick one 
word to describe her, I think ``sparkplug'' would be most fitting.
  She wanted all Democrats to work hard--and led by being an 
outstanding example, with strength and a big heart. And those who 
worked with her like I did knew that she would never hesitate to let 
someone know if she saw them slacking. She pushed everyone to do their 
best out of love--because she knew that's what our party deserved.
  We are all going to miss her--not just her leadership in our party, 
but also her spirit that encouraged us all to do more for our community 
and our party. Her contributions to creating a better world for others 
will last forever.
  Bunny took so many people under her wing, and I am honored to be one 
of them. And it is through all of us that her memory lives on. Our 
community, the state of Florida, and our nation are better because of 
Bunny, as are the lives of countless individuals who knew her. I know 
that is true for me. I would not be where I am or who I am today 
without her support.
  Mr. Speaker, Bunny was a patriot who loved our country, and I was 
proud to call her my friend. Bunny, may the road rise up to meet you. 
You will be missed.

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