[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 40 (Wednesday, March 6, 2019)]
[Senate]
[Page S1702]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                          TRIBUTE TO SAM MAMET

 Mr. BENNET. Mr. President, I rise to honor the career of Sam 
Mamet, who recently announced his retirement as the executive director 
of the Colorado Municipal League. Sam spent the better half of his 
adult life working to empower communities and local governments across 
Colorado. It is not an understatement to say that every corner of the 
State is incredibly grateful for his work.
  Sam joined the Colorado Municipal League in 1979, when he spearheaded 
the organization's advocacy in the State capitol. After 26 years in 
that position, Sam would go on to spend the rest of his time in the 
organization as its executive director. There, he worked tirelessly to 
foster partnerships across the State and the country that have 
benefited Colorado's 270 towns and cities. He also spent time as an 
adjunct professor of political science at CU Denver.
  Throughout my time in public service, I have always appreciated Sam's 
thoughtful approach to policymaking, his collaborative spirit, and his 
unwavering advocacy for our local communities. When I worked in local 
government, I always knew I could count on Sam to ensure that our 
perspective would be heard at the State and Federal level. After 
joining the Senate, I have had the benefit of his advice across issues, 
ranging from infrastructure to tax policy.
  Going forward, I will miss Sam's wit, humility, and sense of humor--
attributes in short supply in our politics today.
  Although Sam is retiring from the Municipal League, I suspect he will 
continue to serve the State of Colorado with the same passion that has 
characterized his career. We wish Sam well in retirement and extend our 
deepest thanks for his lifetime of public service.

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