AARP Texas Statement on the passing of Congressman Eligio “Kika” de la Garza

On behalf of AARP Texas, State President Charlene James issued the following statement to extend condolences to the family and friends of Congressman Eligio “Kika” de la Garza, who died Monday:

“I am very saddened to learn of Kika de la Garza’s passing. Texas has lost an exceptional leader and great statesman, and the world has lost a champion for progress.

“A proud son of the Rio Grande Valley, Congressman de la Garza served the people of our state well as a state legislator and then, from 1965 to 1997, as an influential member of Congress, where he was a founding member of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.

“Congressman de la Garza was a champion for social justice and opportunities for all people. He leaves behind a legacy of public leadership that’s an inspiration to all who seek to build a better world.”

For more information about the congressman, here’s an article published in the San Antonio Express-News: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/article/Longtime-Valley-Congressman-Kika-de-la-10999400.php

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