Category Archives: In memoriam

President Snyder on the one-year anniversary of the mine disaster at Upper Big Branch

Posted by rsnyder on April 5, 2011 Comments Off

YDA President Rod Snyder released the following statement on the one year anniversary of the mining disaster at Upper Big Branch:

“One year ago today, the nation experienced its worst mining disaster in four decades.  That afternoon, the lives of 29 men were cut short by an explosion at Upper Big Branch mine in Raleigh County, West Virginia.

“While we still do not fully understand the cause of this tragic event, we must recommit ourselves to the task of ensuring that all of our miners have the very safest working environment and that companies are held accountable when lives are unnecessarily endangered.

“It is rarely acknowledged, but we depend on these workers each and every day to provide the energy that underpins our economy.  While mining is an inherently dangerous profession, we have a responsibility as a society to minimize associated risks by adopting safety and health regulations that are sufficiently protective.

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of those who lost their lives and to the community that has been forever changed.  You are not forgotten and you are not alone in the search for justice and for answers.”

Learn more about the April 5, 2010 tragedy at Upper Big Branch, and watch the memorial service today at 6:00 p.m. (EDT) by visiting:  http://www.facesofthemine.com/.

YDA Mourns the Loss of Fmr. Congressman John Adler (D-NJ)

Posted by rsnyder on April 5, 2011 Comments Off

Chris James, president of the New Jersey Young Democrats, issued the following statement tonight on the death of former Congressman John Adler (D-NJ):

New Jersey has lost a tremendous public servant and a good man today. Congressman John Adler was the epitome of the words public servant. Throughout his time in public life, whether it be on the Cherry Hill Town Council, the New Jersey State Senate, or the United States House of Representatives, John always fought for the needs of his constituents. John was always a supporter of the Young Democrats and we are eternally grateful.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to John’s wife, Shelley, their four boys, and the entire Adler family. New Jersey is better for John Adler having served. He will continue to be an example of true leadership and integrity.