Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05), Chief Deputy Whip of the House Democratic Caucus, issued the following statement regarding the passing of former Representative Paul Mitchell:
"I am saddened to hear of my friend and former Representative Paul Mitchell's passing. Paul and I had neighboring districts where we worked together to support sugarbeet farmers and protect the Great Lakes. While Paul and I differed on policy from time to time, we did not let our differences cancel our agreement nor our friendship. His passion for Michigan will be greatly missed.
"Jennifer and I extend our condolences to Paul's wife, Sherry, and the entire Mitchell family."