[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 51 (Monday, March 25, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E347]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE LIFE OF EZEQUIEL SANTIAGO

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                          HON. JAMES A. HIMES

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 25, 2019

  Mr. HIMES. Madam Speaker, today, I join the rest of Connecticut in 
mourning the loss of State Rep. Ezequiel Santiago. Zeke was a dedicated 
public servant and a dear friend who was taken from his family, and his 
community, far too soon. Zeke was kind, welcoming, and a strong leader. 
He dedicated himself to bettering the Bridgeport community and those 
around him.
  Raised in Bridgeport, Zeke entered politics at a young age, 
volunteering on numerous campaigns before running for office. He was a 
tireless advocate for underrepresented and minority communities, 
bettering the lives of thousands of his fellow citizens. His work was 
integral in securing funding for community organizations that 
benefitted families and children like the South End Community Center, 
the Sheehan Center, and the YMCA. Without any pomp or self-
aggrandizement, he dedicated his life to doing the hard, necessary work 
that makes our government function.
  Zeke's loss is felt by everyone lucky enough to know him and has 
created a hole that will not soon be filled. A grateful state and 
nation will strive to preserve his memory and carry on his legacy.

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