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(15,888 posts)0rganism
(23,972 posts)we lose more heroes every day yet Dick Cheney and Donald Trump continue to breath.
redstatebluegirl
(12,265 posts)Mr. Cummings was one of the best.
madaboutharry
(40,226 posts)He was a good man. The nation is a lesser place without him.
BumRushDaShow
(129,608 posts)icymist
(15,888 posts)Link to tweet
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malaise
(269,200 posts)PCIntern
(25,595 posts)malaise
(269,200 posts)I suspect that he was diabetic
bdamomma
(63,923 posts)he was so so good.
blm
(113,101 posts)Such a good man and a leader.
cwydro
(51,308 posts)dem4decades
(11,306 posts)Dennis Donovan
(18,770 posts)malaise
(269,200 posts)U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings of Baltimore, a key figure in the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump, did not return to his office as expected this week following a medical procedure.
The chairman of the House Oversight and Reform Committee had said in a Sept. 30 statement that his doctors anticipated his return to Washington when the House comes back into session in two weeks and that he remained in constant communication with his staff and congressional colleagues.
But Cummings, a Democrat, missed two roll call votes on Tuesday, the first day back following the recess. His office declined to comment on Wednesday about his condition or when he is expected to return.
Cummings, 68, has not participated in a roll call vote since Sept. 11.
Mike 03
(16,616 posts)This is so shocking... I had no idea he had health issues. God I'll miss him. He was a giant. This is so sad.
malaise
(269,200 posts)Insiders would have known but most of us expect someone his age to be back at work. It is very sad.
bdamomma
(63,923 posts)so sad. He was so needed.
malaise
(269,200 posts)she was fully aware of Elijah's health crisis. Elijah hadn't looked well for a long time.
bdamomma
(63,923 posts)he knew Nancy has the gavel and will use it to protect the Constitution. I'll never forget one of those committee hearings he roared at someone that they were questioning. He was so angry.
The Black caucus has some of the best representatives, we are lucky to have them.
demmiblue
(36,898 posts)mfcorey1
(11,001 posts)BigmanPigman
(51,638 posts)He was a very wonderful man who served the US well. What a loss for our party.
Soph0571
(9,685 posts)A huge loss RIP
yaesu
(8,020 posts)irisblue
(33,035 posts)pansypoo53219
(21,001 posts)appalachiablue
(41,177 posts)democrank
(11,112 posts)The_jackalope
(1,660 posts)spanone
(135,890 posts)Trueblue Texan
(2,445 posts)I am heartbroken! If only it could have been someone else who deserved it so much more! We have lost a national treasure! No, a Global treasure!
Ohiogal
(32,104 posts)He will be sadly missed .... R.I.P. Rep. Cummings.
50 Shades Of Blue
(10,062 posts)dalton99a
(81,631 posts)DFW
(54,447 posts)Great men speak with eloquence, and are often humble. Such was Elijah Cummings.
His will be shoes that will not easily be filled. I don't know the law for succession in Maryland. The Governor is a Republican, but reputed to be a decent guy. If there will be a special election, so much the better, but if Maryland law dictates that the Governor appoint a caretaker for the post, I hope Larry Hogan will respect the office just vacated and appoint someone who will satisfy the will and the desires of the people of Cummings' district. If he instead appoints some sleazebag right wing extremist Republican just to please McCarthy, his reputation for being a moderate (and his chances for re-election) should go the way of the rotary phone.
Docreed2003
(16,878 posts)He was a giant amongst men, a lion for our side, and he will be sorely missed....we must pick up the banner and continue the fight.
Bettie
(16,130 posts)so sorry to hear this.
I hope his family can find peace in the coming days.
DinahMoeHum
(21,812 posts)boston bean
(36,223 posts)Hortensis
(58,785 posts)He certainly did. Only 68. Damn.
Peacetrain
(22,879 posts)Go in Peace Elijah.. your work here is done.. you have been a leader, helped us all move along the road.. we now take the burden up in your memory.. along with all the others who have crossed over before you.. You will never be forgotten..
Gothmog
(145,631 posts)smirkymonkey
(63,221 posts)He will be missed. My condolences to his family. RIP Elijah.
Goodheart
(5,345 posts)handmade34
(22,758 posts)Sunsky
(1,737 posts)Kid Berwyn
(14,980 posts)Loved his country. A great humanitarian, too. An infinite loss for us.
bdamomma
(63,923 posts)this is so sad.
I will never forget him. He was a great man. And so so needed.
He was chairman of the House Oversight Committee. He will be sorely missed and so smart too.
Takket
(21,637 posts)He was a hero and will be missed. RIP, sir.
Hugin
(33,222 posts)We are all diminished at the loss of Elijah Cummings.
thinkingagain
(906 posts)Sad for his family, this country Im trying hard not to cry ( its not working very well)
Act_of_Reparation
(9,116 posts)This sucks.
Hoyt
(54,770 posts)Hermit-The-Prog
(33,467 posts)shanti
(21,675 posts)This is terrible news for us Dems! The last pic I saw of him, he was using a walker to reach his podium. RIP, Congressman Cummings
GeoWilliam750
(2,522 posts)And thank you for doing the labour of a giant for us.