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Longtime friend and colleague remembers Jim Leach as a positive influence


Published on 2024-12-16 10:00:42 - KCCI Des Moines
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  • Flags across Iowa were at half-staff Sunday to honor former Congressman Jim Leach, who passed away on Wednesday.

Jim Leach, a former Iowa Congressman, was remembered by his longtime friend and colleague, Kay Runge, as a positive influence and a dedicated public servant. Leach, who passed away at the age of 84, was known for his integrity, civility, and commitment to bipartisanship during his 30-year tenure in Congress. Runge highlighted his ability to work across the aisle, his deep knowledge of foreign affairs, and his role in fostering a more respectful political environment. She also mentioned his love for Iowa, his family, and his efforts in education, particularly through his work at Princeton University's Institute of Politics. Leach's legacy is seen as one of grace, intelligence, and a genuine concern for the common good, leaving a lasting impact on those who knew him and the broader political landscape.

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