[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 160 (Wednesday, September 16, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E849-E850]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING THE SERVICE AND WORK OF BILL JACKSON

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                           HON. KURT SCHRADER

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 16, 2020

  Mr. SCHRADER. Madam Speaker, today I rise in honor of Bill Jackson, a 
proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, lifetime member of the African 
American community in Portland, Oregon, and an exemplary hard worker at 
Pepsi for the past 50 years.
  After Bill ended his service as a Marine in 1970, he took jobs at 
both Pepsi and Fred Meyer. For the next 30 years, Bill diligently 
worked two full time shifts, carrying out his tasks at Pepsi during the 
night before waking up to report for duty at Fred Meyer during the day. 
Bill's work ethic became so legendary and he had become such a beloved 
member of the Pepsi family, that he received a rare and distinct honor. 
At his 40th work anniversary, Pepsi released a run of 12 oz. cans, 
about 3,500 cases, with his picture proudly displayed on each can. His 
legacy further became enshrined when Pepsi named a street on its 
property in Portland, Bill Jackson Way.
  Bill has that special ability to connect with people and inspire 
them. During his time at Pepsi Bill mentored many new hires and 
skillfully engaged his colleagues in meaningful conversations around 
race. He also leads those conversations in the Portland community and 
generously shares his time mentoring underprivileged African American 
teens.
  There is a tireless nature to Bill. It was only five years ago that 
he stopped working two full time jobs; security at Portland Public 
Schools and night loader at Pepsi. As Bill enters his well-deserved 
retirement, I am proud to recognize him for his service to our country, 
and for

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his loyalty, work ethic, and ongoing dedication to others. Bill has 
made this world a better place.

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