Moran Statement on the Passing of Sen. Yvonne Miller

7/05/2012

Richmond, VA—Democratic Party of Virginia Chairman Brian Moran released the following statement expressing his deep sadness at the passing of Virginia Senator Yvonne Miller:

 


"On behalf of the Democratic Party of Virginia I want to express my profoundest condolences to the family and friends who are coping with the passing of Senator Yvonne Miller. I would also like to convey the utmost gratitude and admiration for Senator Miller's tremendous lifetime of service to her community, Commonwealth and country.

 

"Few Virginians in history have done more for the cause of justice, equality and societal progress than Senator Miller and no one has done it with her grace, style and ferocious dedication to building a Virginia where every person can live, work and thrive.

 

"This is a day to reflect on the tremendous loss of one of our most impactful public servants, but also to challenge ourselves to live up to the standard that Senator Miller set for each of us during her decades of service to this Commonwealth."