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Council Member Yusef Salaam honors the late Congressman Charles Rangel

1:11:04

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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
1:11:04
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.
1:11:19
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.
1:11:30
From the gang of four to the halls of power, he fought for justice, equity, and opportunity for all.
1:11:37
His legacy lives in the lives he changed, the leaders he inspired including myself and the dignity he brought to public service.
1:11:47
To his family, we offer deepest, our deepest, deepest condolences and to Harlem and beyond, we recommit to carrying his vision forward.
1:11:58
May he rest in power and may he rest in perfect peace.
1:12:03
Thank you.
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