[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 139 (Thursday, October 24, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1960]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  TRIBUTE TO MR. JONATHAN L. HOTALING

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 24, 2002

  Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to rise today to express 
gratitude and congratulations to one of Colorado's outstanding 
citizens, Mr. Jonathan L. Hotaling of Denver, Colorado. All who have 
been fortunate to know Jon speak of his commitment to God and his 
service to the community. I know Jon Hotaling and am glad to say he has 
been a strong leader in Colorado.
  Jon is currently the Executive Director of the Christian Coalition of 
Colorado. He is a Colorado native who graduated from the University of 
Colorado in 1995. Jon became a Christian in his first semester of 
college and since that time has given up the worldly plan that most 
youths have. Instead of fame or fortune, Jon passed up many lucrative 
jobs in the area of finance to fight for justice in the public square. 
It is encouraging to see a young man follow the plan of the Savior, 
never persuaded to be of the world.
  During his tenure as Executive Director, the Christian Coalition of 
Colorado has been recognized as the fastest growing state-based, pro-
family political organization in all of America. Jon himself led the 
four-year successful campaign to eliminate taxpayer money going to 
Colorado abortionists such as Planned Parenthood. The funding 
contradicted Article 5, Section 50 of the Colorado Constitution.
  Jon is a distinguished individual carrying out both his personal and 
professional lives with the values of dignity, respect, reverence to 
God, and a dedication to serving his community. He is truly a fine 
example for all Americans.
  A native Coloradoan, Jon not only makes his community proud, but also 
those of his state and country. It is a true honor to know such an 
extraordinary citizen, a man who will be known as one who stood against 
the injustices of the world. We truly owe him a debt of gratitude for 
his service and dedication to America. I ask the House to join me in 
extending wholehearted congratulations to Mr. Jonathan Hotaling.

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