Obama: Ackerman Helped Strengthen the U.S.-Israel Bond

David Streeter — March 16, 2012 – 1:52 pm | Barack Obama | Democrats Comments (0) Add a comment

President Barack Obama issued the statement below to salute Representative Gary Ackerman (D-NY) following his retirement announcement:

For over thirty years, Gary Ackerman has represented the people of Queens and Long Island, first as a New York State Senator, and then as a Member of Congress. Gary’s bipartisan efforts helped our nation confront significant challenges at home and abroad. He was a leader in the fight to pass Wall Street Reform and helped strengthen the bonds between the United States and our allies, particularly Israel. Always a champion of his fellow New Yorkers, Gary was also successful in enacting a bill to create the ‘Heroes’ postage stamp, which benefitted the families of rescue workers killed or permanently disabled while responding to the 9/11 attacks.  Gary’s unique enthusiasm will be greatly missed in the halls of Congress, but I am confident he will continue to serve the people of New York for years to come. Michelle and I wish him and his family well in the future.

 

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