[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 185 (Tuesday, October 27, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E992]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          ANGELS IN ADOPTION: MARGARITA AND EUGENE DAWSON III

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                           HON. DAN NEWHOUSE

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 27, 2020

  Mr. NEWHOUSE. Today, I rise to celebrate and honor the exceptional 
contributions of Margarita ``Maggie'' and Eugene Dawson III. This year, 
I was honored to nominate Maggie and Eugene for the 2020 Angels in 
Adoption award, which recognizes the efforts of Americans who advocate 
for children in need of a family.
  Maggie and Eugene experienced an unimaginable family tragedy. They 
welcomed their eight nieces and nephews to live in their home just two 
days after the children's mother lost her life at the hands of their 
father. The couple knew their nieces and nephews would need a home 
surrounded by family to heal from this trauma.
  Together with their two biological children, Maggie and Eugene have 
created a safe place and secure family unit, ensuring the children have 
a chance to grow up with their siblings and cousins. In 2017, Maggie 
and Eugene were given permanent custody of the seven minors.
  Now, as a family of 12, the Dawsons serve as an inspirational example 
of how families can thrive, even in the darkest of times. They 
represent the very best of Central Washington. I am proud to represent 
them in Congress, and I encourage all Americans to look to the Dawsons 
as an example of what makes our community strong.