© Reuters. FILE PHOTO: U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) (C) talks to reporters as she walks to the Senate ground on Capitol Hill, in Washington December 9, 2014. The CIA used sexual threats, waterboarding and different harsh strategies to interrogate terrorism suspects
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WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Lengthy-serving U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, a Washington trailblazer who served practically 31 years in chamber, has died at 90, the California Democrat’s workplace stated in an announcement on Friday.
Following are quotes from U.S. and state officers, and present and former members of Congress, following her loss of life:
DEMOCRATIC U.S. PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN, in an announcement:
“Senator Dianne Feinstein was a pioneering American. A real trailblazer. And for Jill and me, a cherished pal.
In San Francisco, she confirmed monumental poise and braveness within the wake of tragedy, and have become a robust voice for American values. Serving within the Senate collectively for greater than 15 years, I had a entrance row seat to what Dianne was capable of accomplish.
It’s why I recruited her to serve on the Judiciary Committee after I was Chairman – I knew what she was fabricated from, and I needed her on our crew.
There’s no higher instance of her skillful legislating and sheer drive of will than when she turned ardour into goal, and led the battle to ban assault weapons.
Dianne made her mark on every part from nationwide safety to the surroundings to defending civil liberties.
She’s made historical past in so some ways, and our nation will profit from her legacy for generations.”
CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR GAVIN NEWSOM, a Democrat, in an announcement:
“Diane Feinstein was many issues – a robust, trailblazing U.S. Senator, and early voice for gun management; a pacesetter in instances of tragedy and chaos. However to me, she was a pricey pal, a lifelong mentor, and a job mannequin not just for me however to my spouse and daughters for what a robust, efficient chief appears like.”
“She was a fighter — for the town, the state and the nation she liked. Each race she received, she made historical past, however her story wasn’t nearly being the primary lady in a specific political workplace, it was what she did for California, and for America, with that energy as soon as she earned it.”
“That is what she ought to be remembered for.”
U.S. SENATE MAJORITY LEADER CHUCK SCHUMER, a New York Democrat, in remarks on the Senate ground:
“She would tackle any drive, any particular curiosity, any opponent with relentless integrity, and would put on these opponents down till she succeeded. Once more, her integrity simply shone by them. And she or he received. And she or he received. And she or he received. And every time made the nation a greater place.”
“Each time she did one thing, she was typically the primary to do it.”
“She was elected as the primary lady president to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, the primary lady to function Mayor of San Francisco, the primary lady to function U.S. senator for California, the primary lady to chair each the Senate guidelines and intelligence committees, the primary lady member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and the listing goes on and on.”
“In the present day there are 25 girls serving on this chamber and each one among them would admit they stand on Dianne’s shoulders… We have a look at that desk. We all know what we’ve misplaced. However we additionally give thanks.”
U.S. SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MITCH MCCONNELL, a Kentucky Republican, in remarks on the Senate ground:
“She was an extremely efficient individual at each line, at each degree, and he or she was in any respect of these ranges all the best way to the Senate.”
“These of us who have been lucky to name Diane our colleague can say we served alongside the longest serving feminine senator in American historical past.”
“Diane was a trailblazer, and her beloved residence state of California, and our whole nation are higher for her dogged advocacy and diligent service.”
HILLARY CLINTON, former U.S. senator, secretary of state and Democratic presidential nominee, on X:
“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Dianne Feinstein. She blazed trails for ladies in politics and located a life’s calling in public service. I am going to miss her vastly as a pal and colleague and ship my condolences to all who liked her.”
U.S. REPRESENTATIVE NANCY PELOSI, a California Democrat and former Home speaker, in an announcement:
“For many years, Senator Feinstein was a pillar of public service in California – from San Francisco’s Metropolis Corridor to the USA Capitol.
“Her indomitable, indefatigable management made a powerful distinction for our nationwide safety and private security, the well being of our individuals and our planet, and the power of our Democracy.
“Dianne was a pioneering lady chief, who served as San Francisco’s first feminine Mayor with unmatched braveness, poise and style … she provided our Metropolis a beacon of power and hope.”
“It was a terrific honor to serve alongside Dianne for many years – from the hilly streets of San Francisco to the hallowed halls of Congress.”
“We weren’t solely colleagues, however neighbors and buddies… Dianne’s extraordinary profession will proceed to encourage numerous younger girls and ladies to pursue public service for generations to come back.”
U.S. REPRESENTATIVE KATIE PORTER, a California Democrat, on the X social media platform:
“Senator Feinstein was a trailblazer for ladies in California politics, and her management on gun violence prevention and anti-torture made our nation extra simply. I want her family members power throughout this troublesome time.”
U.S. SENATOR CHRIS MURPHY, a Connecticut Democrat, on X:
“From 1994, when she handed the Assault Weapons Ban as a primary time period Senator, till the tragedy in Newtown, Dianne Feinstein was a lonely voice preventing in opposition to gun violence.
The trendy anti-gun violence motion, now stronger than the gun foyer, wouldn’t exist however for Dianne.”
U.S. SENATOR CHUCK GRASSLEY, an Iowa Republican, on X:
“Sen Feinstein did an impressive job representing the ppl of California. I labored carefully w her as a member of the drug caucus& judiciary cmte. Throughout the time I used to be chair& she was rating Democrat we had a beautiful working relationship She’s a real public servant I’ll miss her”
U.S. SENATOR TIM SCOTT, a South Carolina Republican and 2020 presidential candidate, on X:
“Saddened to study of Senator Feinstein’s passing. A real trailblazer, she leaves behind a long-lasting legacy of service within the Senate. My prayers are along with her household throughout this time of loss.”
CLAIRE MCCASKELL, former Democratic U.S. senator from Missouri, to MSNBC:
Feinstein was “an enormous in political historical past and such a trailblazer and mentor for hundreds of girls throughout this nation and California”.
“The Senate will miss her, however this nation will miss her. She goes to be seen as an enormous for the remainder of historical past.”
