Sen. Frank Lautenberg being treated for stomach cancer

Senator Lautenberg (4.00 / 5)

immediately signed the Public Option Letter even though he was in the hopsital.

New Jersey couldn't ask for a stronger advocate in Senator Frank Lautenberg. One of my proudest moments was volunteering for his primary campaign in 2008 in Monmouth County.

Lets keep the Senator in our constant thoughts and prayers for a quick recovery.  

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by: vingopal @ Fri Feb 19, 2010 at 18:01:44 PM UTC

God bless Senator Lautenberg. n/t (4.00 / 2)

activist for hire.

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by: Jay Lassiter @ Fri Feb 19, 2010 at 23:28:08 PM UTC

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sending good thoughts the Senator's way (4.00 / 3)

and best wishes to a speedy recovery.  Thanks for all the work you do for NJ senator

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by: tabbycat31 @ Fri Feb 19, 2010 at 18:23:54 PM UTC

Hang in there Uncle Frank (4.00 / 3)

The state and nation still needs you in the Senate for your leadership and moral compass.

Restore democracy and the Constitution for which it stands.

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by: The Wizard @ Fri Feb 19, 2010 at 18:24:43 PM UTC

best wishes (4.00 / 2)

Very frightening news, but I am glad to hear that it is treatable.

Frank LoBiondo Record and Jon Runyan Watch

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by: Hopeful @ Fri Feb 19, 2010 at 21:56:25 PM UTC

comments from elected officials (0.00 / 0)

Rush Holt:

"Frank Lautenberg has always been a fighter, as his constituents know well, and I know he will continue to serve the people of New Jersey. My thoughts and prayers are with Frank and Bonnie during his recovery."

Democratic Chairman Wisniewski

On behalf of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee we wish Senator Frank Lautenberg a speedy recovery.  We know that every single day he has served as Senator he has been fighting for us.

Our experience working with Senator Lautenberg reassures us that he will take on this fight with the tenacity and relentlessness he brings to every battle, and as usual, he will be victorious and back to work on behalf of all of us

Frank LoBiondo Record and Jon Runyan Watch

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by: Hopeful @ Fri Feb 19, 2010 at 21:58:00 PM UTC

Menendez (0.00 / 0)

"Frank Lautenberg is my friend and partner in the Senate, and if there's one thing I know about him, it's that he is New Jersey tough. Between his strength and his doctor's statements, I am confident that he won't miss a beat in continuing his crucial work in the Senate. My thoughts and prayers are with Senator Lautenberg, and I look forward to fighting for New Jersey families together with him for years to come."

Frank LoBiondo Record and Jon Runyan Watch

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by: Hopeful @ Fri Feb 19, 2010 at 22:09:06 PM UTC

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Codey and Sweeney (0.00 / 0)

Codey:

In the many years I've known Frank Lautenberg, I've known him to be a fighter first and foremost, willing to take on every challenge that comes his way.  I have no doubt that Senator Lautenberg will bring the same never-quit attitude to his recovery.  If anyone can bounce back and make a full and complete recovery from this latest setback, Frank Lautenberg can.

       "My thoughts and prayers go out to Senator Lautenberg and his family for a speedy recovery."

Sweeney:

           "Everyone knows that Frank Lautenberg is a fighter in the truest sense of the word, and if there's someone who will not back down in the face of cancer, it's him.

           "I wish the Senator well as he takes on what will be his most important battle. And, considering the man, I know this is another fight he will handily win."

I think for Lautenberg's friends and colleagues to all consider him such a fighter is a great compliment.

Frank LoBiondo Record and Jon Runyan Watch

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by: Hopeful @ Fri Feb 19, 2010 at 22:11:42 PM UTC

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Senator Lautenberg-- (4.00 / 2)

My best wishes to the Senator for a speedy and thorough recovery! He makes New Jersey proud & I'm glad to take the opportunity to thank him again for all he does for us.

Get well soon, Senator!

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by: laur @ Sat Feb 20, 2010 at 03:13:40 AM UTC

Wishing him a full recovery and many years of good health (4.00 / 2)

As a cancer survivor among millions who have faced this disease, I feel deeply for the senator as he faces the anxiety and fear that invariably accompany a diagnosis, treatment and follow-up. But Senator Lautenberg has shown himself to be one tough guy and I'm sure his inner strength will help him in the days and months and, let us hope, long years ahead of cancer recovery. Best wishes, Senator.

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by: Alex @ Sat Feb 20, 2010 at 13:56:43 PM UTC

Senator Lautenberg is a true progressive champion. (0.00 / 0)

I went down to D.C. in April last year on behalf of Rutgers University.  Our trip consisted of a bunch of on-campus student leaders (myself included) advocating for increased federal funding for higher education (Pell Grants, direct aid, etc.).

Of the 10+ Congressional teams we met with (Senate and House), Senator Lautenberg was the only sitting Congressperson to actually sit down with us - the rest were just staff members.  And he stayed there for 30 minutes, even being late for another meeting.  He is a true champion of the people, and I wish him a speedy recovery.  He is definitely a fighter, and I know he'll make it through this.

"Give me a lever long enough... and I shall move the world." - Archimedes

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by: mconvente @ Sun Feb 21, 2010 at 01:07:09 AM UTC