[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 197 (Thursday, November 30, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H6031]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          CELEBRATING THE BLESSING OF OSCAR ORTIZ IN OUR LIVES

  (Mrs. RAMIREZ asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. RAMIREZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy 
of my friend and constituent, Oscar Ortiz, a devoted champion for 
educational equity.
  Oscar was a visionary. He believed that education was a powerful tool 
to realize our collective potential and dreams. As a teacher, ``el 
maestro,'' ``teacher,'' Ortiz helped the students find their power and 
joy in learning. As an organizer with the Chicago Teachers Union, he 
energized our community to advance social justice and equity through 
education.
  Oscar committed his time on Earth to building a future for everyone. 
His passion and optimism were infectious. I am going to miss him 
dearly, and I know countless others will, too.
  To his family and loved ones, know you are in my heart and prayers. 
Together, let's celebrate the blessing he was in our lives and the mark 
he has left in our city of Chicago. A bullhorn will never be the same 
after Oscar Ortiz. May his passion for change and love of community 
always guide us.
  Rest in power, Oscar Ortiz. We love you.

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