[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 86 (Friday, May 17, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H3334]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING REVEREND WILLIAM LAWSON

  (Ms. GARCIA of Texas asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. GARCIA of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of 
Reverend William ``Bill'' Lawson.
  Reverend Lawson was a giant in Houston. He was a warrior against the 
evils of discrimination, of poverty, and of homelessness, lifting basic 
human dignity to its highest heights.
  During the peak season of the civil rights era, he was a key leader 
in Houston where his best work was often behind the scenes.
  A patriot for peace, Reverend Lawson organized quiet desegregation of 
Houston through secret meetings with the business community, a plan 
that kept away violence and bombings that were rampant across the 
South.
  Reverend Lawson was always on the right side of good trouble. The 
positivity he brought to our community will be felt for years to come. 
Houston will miss Reverend Lawson and his quiet demeanor and his 
endearing smile.
  I send my love and condolences to the entire Lawson family as we 
remember him and all that he accomplished. Well done, good and faithful 
servant.

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