September 29, 2020 - Issue: Vol. 166, No. 169 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 2nd Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
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                    HONORING THE LIFE OF JORGE NUNEZ

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                            HON. JIMMY GOMEZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 29, 2020

  Mr. GOMEZ. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Jorge 
Nunez, a tireless fighter for peace and social justice.
  In the 1980s, Jorge made the difficult decision to immigrate to the 
United States in order to flee the terrible violence that had fallen on 
his beloved countrymen and women in El Salvador. Although he was new to 
this country, he continued to dedicate his life mission to fight for 
the oppressed and the dignity of all human beings.
  If you ask Angelenos about Jorge Nunez, they will tell you he is 
known for his social service work. He started his advocacy efforts as a 
community organizer in Los Angeles with the Salvadoran American 
Leadership and Educational Fund (SALEF), where he promoted the vote of 
Salvadorans and Latinos. He later became a respected staff member for 
State Assembly Speaker Fabian Nunez, and subsequently completed his 
career as Assistant to the President of the State Senate, Kevin De 
Leon, and as Board Member Emeritus of SALEF.
  Regardless of his titles, Jorge devoted himself to working tirelessly 
for the rights of immigrants and their families, including TPS holders, 
day laborers and braceros. He never said no, and his desire to help was 
always present, even in his last days.
  Jorge's humility and commitment to his values were his finest 
characteristics. His kindness and sense of humor were a couple of the 
reasons he was so well-liked and respected in all social circles.
  Jorge leaves behind a beautiful family, his wife Sonia, and four 
children, Damaris, Edwin, Jorge and Marvin.

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  Madam Speaker, Jorge Nunez left us a priceless legacy to honor, to 
continue to build a better world. With that, I ask my colleagues to 
join me in remembering and celebrating the life of Jorge Nunez.

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