Madam Speaker. I rise today to pay tribute to Mary K. Podesta. and those who loved her especially her sons John and Tony. Known affectionately as "Mama Podesta" to friends. neighbors. and many of us here in Congress. Mary was a fixture in the Washington political scene for more than two decades. Mary was bom in Chicago to Greek immigrant parents. Upon marrying John Podesta Sr.. she devoted herself to raising her two sons. John and Tony. and instilling in them a love of country and a commitment to public service which they both demonstrate today. With the death of her husband nearly 30 years ago. she moved to Washington to be close to John and Tony.
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