Senator Tsongas "changed the face of politics In the 1990s and reminded us that honesty and the power of ideas can still count for something in American politics." He was unwavering in his ideals because he truly believed them. At his funeral. Bishop Methodios of Boston spoke of Senator Tsongas insight. integrity and intelligence. fitting qualities for a person who. as the Bishop said. "looked deep within his heart and soul and there discovered his vision for a better America." The son of a Greek immigrant. Senator Tsongas went from working in his fathers drycleaning store to Dartmouth College. Yale Law School. and the Peace Corps.
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