A Tribute to Jack Kemp by Paul Ryan

Congressman Paul Ryan (WI-01)
U.S. House of Representatives
May 6, 2009

For full statement: http://www.journaltimes.com/paul_ryan/post.php?idvar=69

Id like to pay tribute a great American my friend and my personal mentor Jack Kemp. As a 23-year-old kid, Jack took a chance on me, asking me to serve as his staff economic analyst at a new think tank, Empower America. As his aide and speechwriter, I learned not only how he articulated his vision, but more fundamentally the philosophical underpinnings and universal power of this vision.

I believe with all my heart that through his ideas and his passion, his unconventional thinking and dedication to the principles of equality, freedom, and opportunity, Kemp made us a better people and our country a nobler place.

I will forever appreciate Jacks contributions to this nation and the guidance he provided me. I was blessed to have worked for him, learned from him, and been inspired by him. My thoughts and prayers remain with Jacks wife Joanne and the rest of the Kemp family.

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[erew959]

Paul Ryan is the future of this party.

[baxter53189]

I'll 3rd that! Love what you're doing Paul, keep fighting!.

[ErikMartinsen81]

I second that.