MATSUI STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF MADELEINE ALBRIGHT

SACRAMENTO, CA – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-06) issued the following statement after the passing of former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright.

“My heart breaks with the passing of my dear friend Madeleine Albright,” said Congresswoman Matsui. “The world got to know Madeleine as a force of nature, an indisputable titan of the world stage, and a voice of reason in the toughest times. She tackled some of the world’s toughest foreign policy and human rights crises. She empowered others by encouraging them to celebrate the intersection of culture, people, and ideas – and enabled them to harness their strength and hope. Yet, through it all, she brought her own charm, wit, and sophistication to every room she entered. Madeleine was a special person, an extraordinary American, and I was lucky to call her a close friend. We must all continue to honor her memory by following her vibrant light and learning from the courage she carried and promoted in others. My prayers are with all of her loved ones and friends during this difficult time. We will all miss Madeleine greatly.”

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