July 21, 2020 - Issue: Vol. 166, No. 128 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 2nd Session

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                        HONORING HENRY GONZALEZ

  (Ms. BARRAGAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. BARRAGAN. Mr. Speaker, California's 44th Congressional District 
lost a longtime South Gate champion and my friend, Henry Gonzalez.
  Besides being a confidant and adviser to me on many occasions, he 
spent decades serving the city of South Gate as a council member, 
mayor, and community leader.
  Henry became the first Latino elected to the city council and served 
as mayor of South Gate for six different 1-year terms.
  ``Hammerin Hank,'' as he was called by many, championed the 
priorities of hardworking families. He was a labor leader with the 
United Auto Workers, and his entire family was involved in the union's 
fight for workers' rights.
  Henry was a dedicated public servant who demonstrated honesty, 
integrity, and commitment to our community during the most challenging 
times. He even survived an assassination attempt on his life.
  Henry left an imprint on our community and inspired me. His legacy 
will be remembered for years to come.

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