Obama Statement on the Passing of Former Congressman Henry Hyde
Thursday, November 29, 2007
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Amy Brundage, 202 228 5511
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) today released the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Henry Hyde of Illinois.
“Henry Hyde honorably served the people of Illinois and the entire nation for 40 years. A distinguished veteran, Congressman Hyde will be remembered for his leadership in helping to create the Millennium Challenge Corporation and fighting the spread of AIDS around the world. Michelle and I offer our sincerest condolences to the Hyde family, and pray that they find peace as they remember his service and dedication to the United States.”