Rep. Laura Richardson, D-Long Beach, released a statement at the end of last week about the death of former Congressman Steve Horn. Richardson's statement is below.
One cannot live in Long Beach and discuss the politics of the past, present or future, without hearing the name Congressman Steve Horn. In the coming days, there will be many tributes by many people to Mr. Horn that will reference his very well deserved accolades and accomplishments. But my thoughts today come from the perspective of one who has been trying to fill his big shoes as a Member of Congress representing much of his former District.
Congressman Horn did not set his sights on Washington D.C. for power or fame. Congressman Horn came to the Capitol with students on his mind, the arts in his heart and the goal of creating better cooperation with his hands.
Rep. Horn came to Congress with his wife Nina and together they worked to bring a new standard of public service to Washington D.C. and California. Congressman Horn was an outspoken advocate for our community and he connected on a personal level with his District by writing memorable letters and op-eds and through his fierce commitment to addressing the casework needs of his most deserving constituents.
But most of all, Congressman Steve Horn came and left as a gentleman.... one who earned the respect of us all.
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