[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 108 (Wednesday, June 21, 2023)]
[House]
[Pages H3001-H3002]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING DON WALTON ON HIS RETIREMENT

  (Mr. FLOOD asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. FLOOD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize one of Nebraska's 
finest journalists, Don Walton.

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  Don has long been a trusted source of political news across Nebraska. 
He has a unique approach to his craft. He quietly builds relationships 
with people as he listens and grows trust.
  During my time in the legislature and in Congress, I have worked with 
Don. He believes that people are never a means to a story, and he 
faithfully covers politics without engaging in them.
  Over a week ago, Don surprised us all with his retirement 
announcement in his weekly column. He had shown no signs of stepping 
back, true to form. He did not make a spectacle of his farewell. In a 
brief open letter, he thanked his readers and encouraged and challenged 
them to be their best. He has had a 67-year career.
  On behalf of Nebraska's First Congressional District, I honor Don for 
his service and his work. The way he treated people as he wrote about 
them will long stand as a testament to the value of local journalism.

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