[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 140 (Thursday, September 20, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1935]
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                      TRIBUTE TO DOROTHY WOOLFORK

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                           HON. KEITH ELLISON

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 20, 2007

  Mr. ELLISON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the life 
of Dorothy Woolfork, of Minnesota, a true citizen-servant who never 
hesitated to put the needs of the community above her own. While I 
regret to report the recent passing of Dorothy Woolfork at the age of 
91, I am grateful for her lifelong service to the community and I am 
confident that her ideals will inspire future generations of community 
volunteers.
  A native of Bradley, Arkansas, Dorothy came to Minnesota in 1939 with 
the hope of finding work. Not only did Dorothy find work in 
Minneapolis, she found a new life. After graduating from cosmetology 
school, she opened her own business, solidifying her commitment to the 
growth of the community.
  Dorothy's 30-plus year career in political and community activism 
began in 1962 when she attended her first precinct caucus meeting. From 
that point on, her presence in the community was pervasive. Her 
tireless work in the community did not go unnoticed. Her efforts were 
recognized by the Governor of Minnesota and the Mayor of the City of 
Minneapolis by a joint proclamation declaring June 17, 1990 as 
``Dorothy Woolfork Appreciation Day.''
  In closing, Madam Speaker, I wish to express my condolences to all 
those surviving Dorothy Woolfork and to the community she worked for, 
the community she loved. It is an honor to stand in recognition of the 
memory and life of a model citizen who devoted herself to the City of 
Minneapolis. Ms. Woolfork, on behalf of the citizens of the 5th 
District, I thank you for your lifetime of service.

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