[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 53 (Wednesday, April 2, 2014)]
[Senate]
[Page S2092]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                     REMEMBERING JIMMY NEWTON, JR.

 Mr. BENNET. Mr. President, I come to the floor with a heavy 
heart to honor the memory of Chairman Jimmy Newton, Jr. of the Southern 
Ute Tribe. Chairman Newton was a tireless advocate for his fellow 
tribal members and passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2014.
  Chairman Newton began his career in public service in 2003 and was a 
strong and dedicated leader for a new generation. He was one of the 
youngest people ever to serve as tribal council member, vice chairman, 
and acting chairman before he was elected chairman of Southern Ute in 
2012. Chairman Newton leaves behind a legacy of deep respect for 
Southern Ute culture and tradition.
  I know I speak for our entire Colorado community when I extend my 
deepest sympathies to the Newton family and the Southern Ute tribe 
during this difficult time.

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