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Four score and five years ago, Richard L. Saslaw came into this world… probably a little pink, snuggly, and (hard to believe it) speechless!
It is rumored that as a child, his quick wit and mischievous nature often got him into trouble at home and in school. This curiosity and evolving charm undoubtedly contributed to his future success and longevity in politics.
Fast forwarding to when he joined the ranks of his legislative contemporaries like Thomas Jefferson & Patrick Henry, he often would regale the Senate with Huck Finn-like tales from his youth. These encounters frequently became the basis for a riveting stemwinder, be it in committee or on the floor, which coincidentally had more footprints from him working the room than time spent in his seat.
During his 48 years of public service, he celebrated more than half his birthdays at the General Assembly – often with cake and song. Therefore, it is only right for us to send birthday greetings to Aloha Dick on this momentous 85th birthday.
Sincerely,
J.M, M.M., J.S., and the rest of Team Saslaw
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Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates Don Scott announced the formation of an Emergency Committee on the Impacts of Federal Workforce and Funding Reductions Tuesday.
Del. David Bulova (D) will chair the bipartisan committee and vice-chair will be Rob Bloxom (R).
