On the recordMarch 18, 2022
Congressman Vargas and I rise today to celebrate the incredible life of Francine Maigue and the indelible mark she left on San Diego. Francine was an artist, an advocate, a journalist, a motivational speaker, and, as so many in San Diego knew her, a public servant. As district director in the California State Assembly, Francine made sure that San Diegans had equitable access to the resources they needed and deserved. Even after her cancer diagnosis in 2019, Francine kept working to serve our community while also becoming a powerful advocate for cancer research. Francine was a proud advocate for San Diego's Filipino and Asian- American communities. She served as the president of the Filipino- American Chamber of Commerce of San Diego County and proudly highlighted the Filipino experience across the country and around the world. Last month, Francine passed away after her battle with cancer. Congressman Vargas and I join so many from across San Diego in sending our condolences to Francine's family, friends, and loved ones. May her memory be a blessing. ____________________
