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Council Member Yusef Salaam honors the late Congressman Charles Rangel
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Council Member Yusef Salaam delivers a heartfelt tribute to the late Congressman Charles Bernard Rangel, highlighting his significant contributions to Harlem and his long-standing career in public service. Salaam emphasizes Rangel's impact as a war veteran, founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus, and champion for justice and equity.
- Rangel is referred to as the "lion of Lenox Avenue" and described as "Harlem's unwavering champion"
- Salaam mentions Rangel's influence on leaders, including himself
- The speech concludes with condolences to Rangel's family and a commitment to carrying forward his vision
Yusef Salaam
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Madam speaker and colleagues, today I rise to honor the life of congressman Charles Bernard Rangel, the lion of Lenox Avenue who passed away on May twenty sixth of this year, twenty twenty five.
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A decorated war veteran, a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus, and one of the longest serving members of congress, He was Harlem's unwavering champion.
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From the gang of four to the halls of power, he fought for justice, equity, and opportunity for all.
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His legacy lives in the lives he changed, the leaders he inspired including myself and the dignity he brought to public service.
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To his family, we offer deepest, our deepest, deepest condolences and to Harlem and beyond, we recommit to carrying his vision forward.
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May he rest in power and may he rest in perfect peace.
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Thank you.