[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 57 (Friday, March 26, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E307]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING CRYSTAL MARTIN AS THE 2020 WOMAN OF THE YEAR

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 26, 2021

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Crystal Martin, whom I have named the 2020 Woman of the Year in Lake 
County, California. Woman of the Year recognizes women who have made 
important contributions to California's 5th Congressional District in 
Arts and Culture, Professional Achievement, Entrepreneurship and 
Innovation or Community Service.
  Born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Ms. Martin is well known across 
our district for her interest and engagement in several fundraising 
events in Lake County, as well as her exceptional work in the Lake 
County District Attorney's Office. She is also a devoted wife and 
mother and she takes great pride in her family.
  In 2016, inspired by the generosity of women in her community, Ms. 
Martin co-founded the ``100+ Women Who Care'' in Lake County. 
Currently, the organization consists of approximately 150 women and has 
raised more than $200,000 for non-profit groups, 100 percent of which 
goes directly to the chosen non-profits in the Lake County area.
  Crystal works as the Lake County District Attorney's Victim-Witness 
Program Administrator as an advocate for victims. Her skills have 
allowed many victims of violence to continue their journeys to healing 
and reconciliation by ensuring that their offenders have been brought 
to justice. Ms. Martin has also helped many victims of violence 
navigate the sometimes-overwhelming criminal justice system. Always 
committed to protecting and supporting the interests of those for whom 
she advocates; Ms. Martin has helped victims navigate their difficult 
experiences.
  Madam speaker, Ms. Crystal Martin is a dedicated advocate who has 
devoted her life to helping members of our community. It is therefore 
fitting and proper that we honor her here today as Lake County's 2020 
Woman of the Year.

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