Thank you, Rep. Lois Capps
Eighteen years ago, I voted for a UC Santa Barbara professor named Walter Capps for Congress. He was elected but unfortunately died soon afterward. His young, attractive nurse bride, Lois, took his place and has been re-elected nine times since. She is one of the few nurses in Congress. At 78, she now needs a rest and plans to retire.
Lois Capps has represented us so very well for almost 20 years. She now deserves a rest. She has flown across the country so many times — for us. I am so proud of her. She has always voted for the environment. Her offices on the Central Coast have always encouraged young people.
I am amazed at all she has done. As she has said: “I never set out to be either mean or nice. But honey attracts more flies than vinegar. Why not get along with people and build rather than elbow your way?”
Nurse Lois, thank you for all you have done! Enjoy your retirement. You have earned it!
Bill Denneen, Nipomo
This story was originally published March 5, 2016 at 5:34 PM with the headline "Thank you, Rep. Lois Capps."