Robert Matsui
1941–2005 (age 64)
Congressman
Biography
Robert Matsui rose from a childhood interrupted by wartime internment to become a devoted public servant representing his native California. In Congress he worked tirelessly to protect civil liberties, promote economic opportunity, and ensure that the voices of his constituents were heard in Washington.
He was respected for his thoughtful leadership on appropriations and veterans’ affairs and for the compassion he brought to every policy discussion. His steady advocacy for justice and equity left a lasting imprint on the communities he served.