[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 21, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E649]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING JON BOUGHTIN

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                         HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 21, 2022

  Ms. DelBENE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the service of 
Jon Boughtin, a dedicated staffer for the New Democrat Coalition.
  Jon departs Capitol Hill this month after working for more than a 
decade in public service, but his legacy of strong member engagement 
and meaningful relationships with staff, members, and outside 
stakeholders alike will not soon be forgotten.
  The New Dems occupy an important place within the Democratic Caucus. 
We are the center of gravity in the House Democratic Caucus, the 
majority makers, and forward-thinking policymakers. None of our work 
would be possible without a strong support system for our members and 
staff. Jon worked tirelessly to support the New Dems, helping them make 
a meaningful and lasting legislative impact in the House of 
Representatives. Jon developed relationships with countless external 
experts and organizations, which was essential for New Dems to ``get 
stuff done,'' as we often like to say. One thing we heard over and over 
from New Dem members and staff was, ``Jon always came in at the right 
time with the right advice before I even knew I needed it.'' This level 
of instinct and intellect is a rare combination.
  New Dems are known for working across the ideological spectrum and 
with anyone who is willing to come to the table to get things done. But 
more than that, we've also become a home for thoughtful, measured 
leaders who have had enough of the shouting and division that too often 
defines our politics. Jon helped foster this spirit of collaboration 
and cooperation. Because of his relationships and thoughtful, smart 
work, New Dems have been able to deliver meaningful policy solutions 
that put kitchen-table issues at the center of the political debate.
  Jon embodied the New Dem spirit as a selfless public servant and 
pragmatic policy advocate throughout his career. As the Chair of our 
98-Member Coalition, I thank Jon for his service, both past and future, 
and wish him and his family all the best.

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