[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 108 (Tuesday, June 22, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E673]
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      HONORING THE 36 YEARS OF SERVICE OF COUNCILMAN DAVID JORDAN

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 22, 2021

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to 
acknowledge the Honorable City Councilman of Greenwood, Mississippi, 
Mr. David Jordan.
  Councilman Jordan served on the Greenwood City Council for 36 years 
representing Ward 6. During his tenure, he helped uplift the community 
through his superb leadership. He will continue his endeavors by 
representing District 24 as a member of the Mississippi State Senate. 
Senator Jordan has served in the State Senate for the previous 28 years 
assuming office in 1993.
  Born on April 3, 1934, in Leflore County, Mississippi, David was the 
youngest of five children born to sharecropper parents. Growing up 
working in cotton fields, David always valued education. Through 
relentless effort, he received his high school diploma and went on to 
enroll in Mississippi Valley State University. Later, he attended the 
University of Wyoming.
  Due to his undying love for people, he began his career as a science 
teacher. With a yearning to serve his community, Mr. Jordan decided to 
run for City Councilman in 1985 which he held until June 15, 2021. At 
the age of 88, he is married to the lovely Christine Bell-Jordan, and 
currently resides in Greenwood, MS.
  Madam Speaker, I would like to acknowledge Councilman Jordan for his 
honorable endeavors to Mississippi communities.

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