[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 11 (Wednesday, January 25, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E77]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                IN MEMORIAM OF REPRESENTATIVE ED JENKINS

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                          HON. RICHARD E. NEAL

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 25, 2012

  Mr. NEAL. Mr. Speaker, I would like to acknowledge the passing of one 
of my dear friends, former Congressman Ed Jenkins of Georgia. Ed served 
in the House of Representatives from 1977 to 1993. He was a strong 
advocate for his district and for this country. Throughout his time in 
Congress, Ed was a leader in protecting the South's textile industry. 
He was a champion for the workers in those factories and communities 
who depended on them for their livelihood.
  Edgar Jenkins was born in Young Harris, Georgia, on January 4, 1933. 
He graduated from Young Harris College in 1951. Before he got his law 
degree from the University of Georgia, he served admirably in the 
United States Coast Guard for three years. He also served as an 
Assistant Attorney General in Georgia from 1962 to 1964.
  Throughout his tenure, Ed was well-admired by many for his knowledge 
and devotion to the issues. He protected workers throughout the country 
by strongly advocating keeping textile jobs in the United States. He 
pushed for the Textile and Apparel Trade Enforcement Act, ultimately 
helping its passage in the United States House of Representatives. It 
was his behind-the-scenes efforts that made him one of the most 
admirable and intelligent members of Congress.
  Congressman Jenkins represented his country with distinction during 
difficult points in American history. His contribution to this country 
and the people of Georgia will not soon be forgotten.

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