Statement From Gov. Patrick on Congressman Barney Frank

The following is a statement of Governor Deval Patrick on the announcement that Congressman Barney Frank plans to retire from the U.S. Congress at the end of his term:

"A generation of Bay State residents have known Barney Frank for his wisdom, wit and passion for service," said Governor Patrick. "Barney's leadership, on issues ranging from civil liberties to financial system restraint, will be sorely missed. He has earned the good wishes of the people of the Commonwealth."

Treasurer Steven Grossman today offered the following statement on the retirement of Congressman Frank:

“As a friend and constituent for more than 30 years, I celebrate Barney’s unwavering quest for social and economic justice for all citizens.  His unique sense of humor and ironclad commitment to our nation’s highest values have enriched and enlivened politics and public discourse in Massachusetts and beyond.”

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