Washington, DC – DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz released the following statement on the passing of former Massachusetts senator Edward Brooke:

“I would like to express my condolences on the passing of former Massachusetts senator Edward Brooke. Senator Brooke was a trailblazer who earned the respect of those who served beside him. He was a statesman in the truest sense, possessing a commitment to public service which is all too rare to find in this day and age.

“His constituents were fortunate to have been served by him and our legislative branch of government was better for his service.”