Perry Thurston Speaks on Death of Nelson Mandela

Florida House Democratic Leader Perry Thurston, D-Fort Lauderdale, issued the following statement following the death of former South African president Nelson Mandela:

On behalf of the Florida House Democratic Caucus, I offer my sincerest condolences on the news of the death of Nelson Mandela, one of the most inspirational leaders of our time.

As a peaceful champion for the causes of equality, fairness, freedom and justice, time and again Nelson Mandela showed the world the power of moral courage. It is with the deepest gratitude that I offer sympathies to the Mandela family, the people of South Africa, and all who have been affected by his lifes work.