It is with sad news that we speak about him on the floor today after learning about his recent death. Throughout his political career. he worked tirelessly on issues such as coastal protection. nursing home reform. breast cancer awareness. femaleowned small businesses. financing for the Bay Area Rapid Transit System. employer provided child care and the prevention of hate crimes. just to name a few. He was born In Auckland. New Zealand and emigrated with his family to California at the age of 4. The son of an Irish bar owner. he was raised in San Franciscos Mission district and attended St. Ignatius College Preparatory.
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