[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 126 (Thursday, July 16, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E642]
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                 HONORING THE MEMORY OF DEANDREE WATSON

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                           HON. RASHIDA TLAIB

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 16, 2020

  Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of the 
late DeAndree Watson, a young public servant and community advocate for 
the city of Detroit.
  DeAndree was born and raised in Detroit, and product of Detroit 
Public Schools, graduating from Cass Technical High School in 2008. 
DeAndree went on to attend the University of Michigan, serving as Class 
President for the 2012 graduating class, graduating with the highest 
honors. DeAndree began his commitment to service and the city of 
Detroit as an intern for former councilman Charles Pugh before rising 
through the ranks to serve as Policy Analyst for Detroit City Council 
and District One Councilman James Tate for six years. Through this 
role, DeAndree helped lead critical legislation for the 13th 
Congressional District in Northwest Detroit and across the city.
  DeAndree dedicated his life to serving residents, a priority that was 
reflected in his daily work. His commitment to serving residents went 
beyond policy, and included supporting numerous associations, block 
clubs, and organizations with critical services whenever he could. 
DeAndree held several roles in his young professional career, not only 
serving as a Policy Analyst, but also serving as the President and 
leader of the New Leaders Council, a young progressive coalition of 
talented rising leaders across Detroit. His planned journey back to the 
University of Michigan to pursue his Law Degree would have undoubtedly 
set him on a path to further his ongoing work to serve the city of 
Detroit and our district. DeAndree's hard work and dedication to 
working on behalf of the people of Detroit was unmatched. He was known 
for his professionalism, attention to details, and the love he held for 
the City of Detroit. DeAndree was a bright and affable rising star with 
limitless potential ahead of him. We are stunned and saddened by his 
sudden and tragic death.
  DeAndree Watson embodied the spirit of community, leadership and 
Detroit. His presence will truly be missed. Please join me in honoring 
his memory and this great loss to our community.

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