{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "rows": [["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-tribute-congresswoman-bonnie-watson-coleman", "Congressman Carter Tribute to Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman", "2025-11-10", "2025", "2025-11", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cToday I learned that my very dear friend and colleague, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, will not seek reelection. Selfishly, I am saddened by this news \u2014 but I am also filled with joy knowing that she will now have the time to enjoy her husband, children, and grandchildren, who have shared her so generously with the people of New Jersey and the nation.\n\n\u201cBonnie has been a trailblazer, a bridge builder, and a fearless advocate for justice. From her historic election as the first Black woman to represent New Jersey in Congress to her decades of service in the state legislature, Bonnie has embodied the very best of public service. Her leadership as Majority Leader of the New Jersey General Assembly, Chair of the New Jersey Democratic State Committee, and now as a senior voice on Appropriations and Budget has left an indelible mark on our nation\u2019s conscience.\n\n\u201cOn a personal note, I will deeply miss sitting beside her on the House floor \u2014 strategizing on votes, dissecting policy, and leaning on her wisdom and humor during long nights of debate. I\u2019ll miss our \u201c98% plus 2% formula\u201d \u2014 our shorthand for finding the balance between passion and practicality in the fight to strengthen the American family. And I\u2019ll miss her bright smile, her powerful moral compass, and yes, her occasional sweet treat that helped get us through those marathon sessions.\n\n\u201cBonnie Watson Coleman\u2019s name will forever stand among the giants who used their voice to lift others. She has been a North Star for equity, a champion for women and girls, a warrior for the working class, and a conscience for the Congress.\n\n\u201cMy friend, you have served with grace, strength, and an unwavering commitment to what is right. I will miss your presence in the chamber, but I celebrate your legacy \u2014 and the new season of joy that awaits you and your family.\n\n\u201cWith admiration, respect, and love,\n\nCongressman Troy A. Carter, Sr.\n\nUnited States House of Representatives\n\nLouisiana\u2019s Second Congressional District\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:52:45Z"]], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "primary_key_values": ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-tribute-congresswoman-bonnie-watson-coleman"], "units": {}, "query_ms": 1.699673943221569, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}