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January 25, 2010 Brigid Calamis (202) 418-2200
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STATEMENT OF COMMISSIONER ROBERT M. McDOWELL
ON THE PASSING OF CHAIRMAN JAMES H. QUELLO
It is with a heavy heart that I reflect on the passing of my friend, Jim Quello, who served 
for more than twenty-three years on the Federal Communications Commission.  As a young 
attorney new to communications law in the early 1990s, I first encountered Jim from afar as one 
of many who watched, and grew to admire, the collegiality and openness he brought to his role 
as Acting Chairman.  Later, it was a true pleasure to get to know Jim during my own tenure at 
the FCC.  He was an endearing figure who demonstrated his kindness and thoughtfulness by 
reaching out to mentor many of us who have entered these doors over the years.  
Jim personified the best attributes of America’s “Greatest Generation.”  Prevailing over 
the hardships brought about by the Great Depression, without hesitation he risked his own life in 
the struggle to defeat fascism in Europe during World War II.  In peacetime, he helped build 
Michigan’s broadcasting industry before being asked to serve his country once more on the FCC. 
I send my deepest sympathy and warm thoughts to his family. His indomitable spirit, 
colorful sense of humor, bipartisanship, and commitment to public service will never be 
forgotten.  
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