In Congress. he was an inside political player who earned a seat on the Committee on Energy and Commerce. He fought tenaciously through this committee for the interests of New York. bringing countless jobs and Federal resources to his district. One of his major accomplishments was the establishment of the AdHoc Committee of Irish Affairs which he used as a forum to represent one of the largest communities of Irish immigrants in the United States. As cochair of this committee. he worked closely with President Clinton to urge him to grant a visa to Gerry Adams. and this began the peace process that led to the Good Friday Agreement in Northern Ireland. 0I 2015 As a friend and a mentor. I have to say. in addition to being a caring husband. grandfather. and father. Tom was a dear friend to many.
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