| A Tribute To Tim Tebow |
April 18, 2012 |
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Randy Neugebauer, R-TX
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"In the 2010 NFL Draft, Tim was selected in the first round and 25th overall by the Denver Broncos. By the early part of his second year with the team, Tim won the starting job. The Broncos went 7 4 with Tim at starting quarterback and ultimately earned a playoff berth. Earlier this year, he was traded to the New York Jets, where he is expected to bring the same leadership qualities and work ethic that has made him successful throughout his football career."
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| Tribute To Mike Shaw |
March 6, 2012 |
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Mark Udall, D-CO
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"I also want to commend him for his commitment to expanding education and opportunity for the youth in our State. His reach has extended to countless organizations and boards on which he has served or contributed to in other ways. The Denver Zoological Foundation, the Urban League of Denver, Kempe Children’s Foundation, the National Western Stock Show Association, and St. Joseph Hospital Foundation are just a few that have felt his impact."
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| Recognizing Paul John Sandoval |
February 27, 2012 |
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Diana DeGette, D-CO
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"Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize the wonderful life and exceptional accomplishments of a remarkable man in the 1st Congressional District of Colorado. It is both fitting and proper that we recognize this distinguished citizen for his impressive record of civic leadership and invaluable service. It is to commend this eminent citizen that I rise to honor Senator Paul John Sandoval. Paul John Sandoval says that he is, “just a tamale maker.” And indeed, he is a wonderful tamale maker. I have had the opportunity to bring some of those fine tamales to this fair city. But he is much more than just a tamale maker. He has worn so many other hats in his distinguished life: salesman, entrepreneur, politician, elected official, family man, confidant and a person of the utmost integrity. Paul believes, “a person should be true to his word and look after the people.” Looking after people is something that Paul has been doing his entire life. Paul John Sandoval was born on June 29, 1944, to Jerry and Camilla Sandoval, the ninth of 11 children. Born in North Denver, he learned early a strong work ethic. His first enterprise was selling newspapers and his most notable customer was President Eisenhower. Paul, having tracked down the President to get his famous sale, was rewarded with a 5 dollar bill from the President himself. Never one to miss an additional opportunity, Paul asked the President to sign the bill, which he did. Then he promptly sold that five dollar bill for 10 dollars, doubling his money. Paul graduated from high school in 1962 and got a scholarship to Louisiana State University—New Orleans, where he studied Russian, hoping to go into the Foreign Service. He returned to Colorado a year later and earned his degree in international affairs in 1968. Although he never served in the Foreign Service, his life has been dedicated to looking after the people. Among other endeavors, Paul fought for fair housing as part of the federal War on Poverty and with the Chicano Education Project, which pushed for voter registration and bilingual education. Paul’s first language growing up was Spanish. Throughout his whole life, Paul has made many friends and they have become part of his network. As one person put it, “Paul was Facebook before Facebook existed.” Paul was elected to the Colorado State Senate and the Denver School Board, making more friends and connections along the way. Paul’s negotiation skills are legendary. Talk to anyone who has worked with him and you will be told stories of Paul’s ability to build coalitions and get things done. He is the go-to person for personal and political advice. He has been a mentor to Senators, Governors, Congress people and our own current Secretary of the Interior, Ken Salazar. But his advice is not just to famous or high-elected officials; it is warmly available to anyone who asks. He is also involved in quiet philanthropy. He has personally been responsible for numerous scholarships for students at local high schools as well as supporting many school events. And he is a family man; he is the one who is there for his 5 children and his brothers and sisters, never giving them less than he gives to his business and his community. Politics and education are a significant part of his make-up—and that tamale shop. When you talk to Paul, you talk about history, education and politics. In that tamale shop, where everyone gathers to eat, talk and get advice, you can count on getting two things: wonderful tamales and straight-forward advice from a man who will tell you exactly what he thinks, a man who cares about people, a man who is true to his word. The contributions of Senator Paul Sandoval are numerous, and on behalf of the citizens of the 1st Congressional District of Colorado, I wish to express our gratitude. His service and accomplishments command our respect and admiration. Please join me in paying tribute to Senator Paul Sandoval, a distinguished citizen."
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| Remembering Wilma J. Webb |
February 13, 2012 |
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Mark Udall, D-CO
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"Wilma was also devoted to resolving the unique issues facing families and youth throughout Denver. As if that did not keep her busy enough, Wilma took on the responsibility of hosting local, national and foreign dignitaries in Denver, and also traveling abroad to over 23 countries to represent Denver and build relationships with worldwide partners. She was instrumental in creating and implementing the Mayor’s vision for the arts and played a key role in revitalizing the cultural and artistic vitality of Denver. In one notable example, Wilma founded the Denver Art, Culture and Film Foundation to raise money for public art projects."
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