Sen. Ed Murray, D-Seattle, issued the following statement regarding former state Sen. Sid Snyder, a long-time Democratic legislator and leader from Long Beach who recently passed away:
"Sid Snyder was the embodiment of a true statesman. His integrity and honesty guided him as much as an elevator operator in the capital in 1940s as it did when he served as Senate majority leader in the opening years of the 21st Century. He believed in fair play, in working with members of the other party, and in doing his best for the people of Washington. He will be missed, but his inspirational example will not be forgotten."