[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 25 (Wednesday, February 16, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E240-E241]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING MR. ROBERT COTTON

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 16, 2011

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. 
Robert L. Cotton of Sallis, Mississippi. Mr. Cotton has always

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stood out as a community leader. In 1987 Mr. Cotton helped to build New 
Bethel M.B. Church. He established the Beat 4 Community Club and served 
as president for several years. Mr. Cotton has raised funds for 
different organizations. He is a strong supporter of the McAdams High 
School Football team.
  Under the leadership of Mr. Jerry Lewis, President of the NAACP 
Attala County Chapter, Mr. Cotton is the leader in soliciting 
memberships for the chapter. Mr. Cotton has worked diligently in the 
political arena, helping his community stay abreast of political 
issues. He has served as a Trustee of New Bethel M.B. Church for the 
past 30 years, where he has helped to secure needed funds for the 
Church's many programs. Mr. Robert Cotton is a World War II Veteran and 
served 3 years and 8 months overseas. On November 10, 2010, Mr. Cotton 
celebrated his 91st birthday.

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