Rangel was also prominent in questioning Governor Rockefeller on his role in handling the Attica Prison riot during Rockefeller 's vice presidential confirmation hearing .
Rangel received both national attention and respect for his well - informed questioning style during the hearings .
Rangel was also prominent in questioning Governor Rockefeller on Rangel 's role in handling the Attica Prison riot during Rockefeller 's vice presidential confirmation hearing .
Rangel received both national attention and respect for his well - informed questioning style during the hearings .