[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 107 (Thursday, June 22, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E878]
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                         JORGE TORRES-MARCHAND

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                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 22, 2017

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and applaud 
Jorge Torres-Marchand for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service 
Ambassadors for Youth award.
   Jorge Torres-Marchand is a student at Wheat Ridge High School and 
received this award because his determination and hard work have 
allowed him to overcome adversities.
   The dedication demonstrated by Jorge Torres-Marchand is exemplary of 
the type of achievement that can be attained with hard work and 
perseverance. It is essential students at all levels strive to make the 
most of their education and develop a work ethic which will guide them 
for the rest of their lives.
   I extend my deepest congratulations to Jorge Torres-Marchand for 
winning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. I 
have no doubt he will exhibit the same dedication and character in all 
of his future accomplishments.

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