[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 39 (Thursday, February 27, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E227]
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                      IN HONOR OF SHIRLEY GREGORY

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                         HON. BRENDAN F. BOYLE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 27, 2020

  Mr. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, it is an honor 
and privilege to recognize a dedicated public servant who continues to 
make our community proud as a Ward Leader. As public officials, 
entrusted by their peers to oversee elections and party activity, 
Philadelphia Ward Leaders represent a corps of unsung heroes that help 
facilitate the progress that molds our city. I am honored to be joined 
by one of our most distinguished, esteemed Ward Leaders today, and in 
commemoration of Black History Month, ensure that their contributions 
to our city remain enshrined in our historical record for generations 
to recognize.
  Black History Month is more than a mere byline on the month of 
February, it is an opportunity to celebrate and recognize the 
extraordinary contributions that the African American community has 
made, and continues to make, on our nation's history and culture. And I 
can think of no honoree more deserving of this recognition, who 
embodies the selfless commitment to their neighbors and peers, than 
Shirley Gregory.
  Shirley Gregory of Ward 49 is no stranger to Congress after serving 
as Congressman Bob Brady's District Director. She embodies the 
qualities that make for a successful Ward Leader by facilitating 
candidate meet and greets, hosting ballot machine demonstrations, and 
helping our officials disseminate information to the public. She keeps 
her finger on the pulse of local, state, and federal politics, helping 
those of the 49th ward learn how they can get involved and make a 
difference in their community. With Shirley as the Ward Leader, I know 
every resident in her community has a friendly face and helpful 
resource. She is a staple in the city, and I am grateful of our overlap 
as we look to serve the people of Philadelphia. I thank Shirley.
  Taking after the long lineage of Philadelphians who have helped 
sculpt our democracy into an increasingly inclusive system that 
encourages public participation, Shirley Gregory has left her own mark 
on our city. I look forward to years of collaboration so we can create 
a more inclusive, representative democracy throughout our community.

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