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McCollum Statement on the Retirement of Appropriations Chairman David Obey (D-WI)

May 5, 2010

Contact: Maria Reppas, (202) 225-6631 / (202) 527-0149 maria.reppas@mail.house.gov

Washington, DC - Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) issued the following statement, regarding Congressman David Obey's retirement.

"David Obey is an American hero. He is a public servant who has made life better for millions of his fellow citizens - working people, students, the poor, and children. His honorable, passionate, and effective public service has made this a better, more just country. I feel privileged to call David a friend, and I am grateful for his mentorship. May the coming years bless David and Joan with joy and lots of time with their grandchildren."

Congresswoman Betty McCollum serves on the House Appropriations and Budget Committees.

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