Politicians and friends remember the late Alaska congressman fondly
Written byTimes Magazine
Here is an example of the reaction after Rep. Alaskan Don Young, who served as the longest-serving Republican in U.S. House history, died Friday at 88.
President Joe Biden
"The women of Alaska are devastated by this shocking and sad news, and the loss of my friend profoundly saddens me. We have lost a giant we loved so much and who will always hold Alaska in his heart. Don is returning to the place he loves and the people who love him the most. We love you, Don." - U.S. Senator Lisa Markowski, R-Alaska
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"His spirit – authentic, stubborn, determined, a man of the people – is so embodied of our great country that he feels he will always be with us and live forever. Thanks to Don Young's tireless work, the Alaska we know and love today has become a reality. - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska
"His historic service has brought brilliance to Congress, and many of his friends in the House of Representatives will seek to honor his strong legacy. May it be of comfort to Don Ann's wife and children, Dawn and Johnny, that they are deeply saddened by their loss and pray for them at this sad time."
"Don Young is a giant, with a heart as big as the Capitol and a passion as strong as the wildlife of Alaska... No one works harder for his country and people than Don." - Republican leader Kevin McCarthy, R-California.
"Some of my favorite stories, like the Republican whip at home, are about Don Young. No one represents his country better or more emphatically than Don Young represents Alaska. -the U.S. Senator Roy Blunt, Missouri.
"As the most extended-serving member of the U.S. Congress and Dean of the House of Representatives, he is one of Alaska's greatest supporters. His tireless work for Alaska over the past 49 years has had a tremendous impact on generations." – Mayor of Anchorage Dave Bronson.
"Rep. Young spent an incredible 49 years in Congress. As an ally of Alaska Natives and a local Hawaiian, he championed indigenous peoples' rights and shared his wisdom during my first term. My thoughts are with his family." - United States Representative Kaiali'i Kahele, D-Hawaii.
We have been blessed to represent the people of our great country. Our prayers go out to Congressman Young's family and our heartfelt condolences." - Crawford Paintbox, President of the Arctic Slope Regional Company.
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