For Immediate Release
Thursday, June 11, 2009
McCotter House Floor Remarks on Passing of Former Representative Carl Pursell
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“I thank the gentleman.
“I grew up in Carl's district. We watched as he went from a Wayne county commissioner to Michigan state senator and then into this illustrious body. And as a young person growing up getting interested in politics, Carl's example was an inspiration. It showed that a fine and decent gentleman could come from the small town of Plymouth, retain his Main Street truths and do the people's business in this, the people's house.
“The last several years had not been kind to Carl. He is in a far better place, and we are all diminished. Our best goes out to his family and we'd appreciate it if you keep him in your prayers.
“I yield back.”
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