Larson Statement on the Passing of former Congressman Barney Frank

Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Barney Frank. 

“Barney Frank’s quick wit, humor, and razor-sharp intellect are still remembered in the halls of Congress today – but most notably, his enormous contributions to our country,” said Larson. “He was a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ equality, religious freedom, and economic justice, leading the charge with Chris Dodd to rein in Wall Street and rescue our financial system from collapse in the wake of a global crisis. As the first Member of Congress to openly come out as gay, he had the courage to stand up for what was right, even when he was standing alone – and he never gave up. Barney will be dearly missed as both a giant of the House of Representatives and a relentless fighter for the American people. I send my deepest condolences to his husband Jim, sister Ann, and all of his loved ones. It was a true honor to know Barney Frank as both a dear friend and colleague.”