[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 112 (Wednesday, June 17, 2020)]
[Senate]
[Page S3062]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        REMEMBERING MARNY XIONG

 Ms. SMITH. Mr. President, today I would like to acknowledge 
the life and legacy of Marny Xiong, who had a profound impact on her 
community and on Minnesota.
  Marny Xiong was a fierce advocate for her community and for students. 
During her career, she worked at Hmong International Academy in 
Minneapolis prior to serving as an elected leader on the St. Paul 
Public Schools Board of Education, including as its elected chairwoman. 
As a proud graduate of St. Paul Public Schools, she was a passionate 
leader who was dedicated to giving back to her community.
  Marny Xiong was also a community organizer. Her vision of equity and 
racial justice was an inspiration to many, and she dedicated her life 
to that mission. Marny's fighting spirit showed through her tireless 
efforts to address the impacts of structural racism. Despite the 
magnitude of this challenge, she approached her work and her advocacy 
with joy, an infectious smile, and an enduring sense of hope for making 
change.
  Marny Xiong's lasting impact will continue to be felt by many across 
the St. Paul community and the State of Minnesota, and I am proud to 
recognize and celebrate her legacy today.

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