Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Mourns the Death of World Leader Nelson Mandela

Congresswoman Johnson pictured with Nelson Mandela during a 90’s trip to South Africa

Dallas, TX – (Thursday, December 5, 2013) –  Today, the world lost one of its greatest leaders with the passing of former South African president, Nelson Mandela.  Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson had the privilege to meet and work with Nelson Mandela and issued the following statement following his passing:

“Today the world mourns the loss one of its greatest heroes.  President Nelson Mandela was truly a beacon of hope and inspiration not only to the people of his country, but to the entire world.  I am so sad to hear of his passing, and I pray for his family and the people of South Africa as they grieve over the loss of Mandela. 

I have been fortunate to not only meet, but work with Nelson Mandela during my career. I have been able to draw inspiration and guidance from the examples he has set. He was the ultimate “uniter” that not only brought an end to apartheid in South Africa, but served as an example for many nations on how to peacefully bring about democratic change.  I am grateful to have known and learned from this great man and keep his family and country in my prayers.”

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U.S. Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson is the ranking member of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the highest-ranking Texan on the House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure. She represents the 30th Congressional District of Texas, which includes Downtown Dallas, Fair Park, Kessler Park, Old East Dallas, Pleasant Grove, South Dallas & South Oak Cliff; all of Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, Hutchins, Lancaster & Wilmer and parts of Ferris, Glenn Heights, South Grand Prairie, Oak Lawn, Ovilla, Uptown/Victory Park and West Dallas.