"Frank is s rarity in the House – a throwback liberal who will cut a deal with a conservative."
CQ's Politics in America, 2008.

"As befits a former member of the Massachusetts Legislature, [Frank] has little reverence for the established order and no prejudice for having fun in politics."
Mary McGrory

"In the House, Frank quickly gained a reputation as one of the
smartest talkers and best debaters in the chamber – maybe one of the best of all time."
Almanac of American Politics, 2008