WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Lois Capps’ released the following statement regarding the recent passing of Margaret Mehring:

“I was deeply saddened to learn of the recent passing of my dear friend Margaret Mehring. 

“Margaret and I became friends when my late husband Walter was beginning his improbable run for Congress.  Long before most people even knew who Walter was, Margaret was one of his strongest supporters and dedicated herself to ensuring that Walter would be elected to Congress.

“She was someone who really recognized the importance of grassroots organizing, mobilizing a community, and turning out the vote.  She was instrumental in galvanizing many of her friends and neighbors to support Walter’s, and later my, candidacy.   I will always be deeply grateful to the tireless work she devoted to my campaigns and to strengthening our democratic traditions.

“Clearly Margaret was a valuable member of the Democratic party, but more importantly she was an asset to the Democratic process.

“My thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family during this difficult time.”

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Pictured above: (center) Congresswoman Capps meets with Central Coast firefighters to discuss emergency preparedness.