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Clyburn on the Passing of Stephanie Tubbs Jones

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

WASHINGTON, DC—House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn today commented on the passing of Ohio Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones. Following is his statement. 

“I was stunned by the news today of the passing of Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones. There is a great gap where she stood on behalf of affordable health care, women’s issues, access to quality education and fairness in voting. 

“Whether you were a presidential candidate, a colleague debating on the floor or a friend passing time, you wanted her on your team for her quick legal mind, tenacious debating skills, her infectious humor and that thousand watt smile.  My heart is heavy.  She was larger than life and we will all greatly miss the Gentlewoman from Cleveland.  My prayers are with her family, friends and staff.”