Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the inspiring life of Tonya Sanchez. Tonya was the director of the Presbyterian Health Services Community Clinic in Cuba, New Mexico, who passed away in February. She implemented programs and activities to connect with her community. From toy drives to Halloween carnivals and art competitions, Tonya strived to make everyone feel welcome. She encouraged them to take pride in their home as rural Latino Americanos and as Nuevomexicanos. Tonya had recently launched her campaign for village council. Even after her passing, she won more votes than others who ran. She was eager to listen and to build with her community. Through her immense care and compassion, Tonya created an unrivaled impact on everyone she met. Tonya spearheaded one of my congressionally supported community projects for rural workforce housing for the Presbyterian Medical Center in Cuba. I will cherish the photos of the event celebrating the project with Tonya. I am heartbroken that such an amazing person was taken before her life could shine even brighter. I am proud to have met her, and I hope to carry on the work that she started in our home State and in her beautiful village. Her legacy will live on through her children, the countless lives that she touched, and the beautiful workforce housing that she made possible in Cuba, New Mexico. ____________________”