Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in celebration of Ms. Bettye Jean Wilson Franklin's 90th birthday. Ms. Franklin was born March 18, 1928. She is a native of Fort Worth. Ms. Franklin attended and graduated from the historical I.M. Terrell High School. Her passion for education inspired her to work for the Fort Worth Independent School District for 27 years until she retired in 1990. But it is her everlasting commitment to her faith that is well-known among her friends and family. Ms. Franklin has been a faithful member of the Saint James Baptist Church for the last 77 years, where she contributed in various capacities, including her participation in the senior choir for 52 years. In addition, she serves her community as a member of the Greater Fort Worth Area Negro Business and Professional Women's Club, and the Fort Worth Zeta Amicae Auxiliary of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. Ms. Franklin is also a member of the Eastern Star Southern Beauty Chapter 446, and served as Grand Secretary of the Masonic Grand Chapter Order of Eastern Star of Texas for 13 years. She is the proud mother of two daughters, a grandmother of four grandchildren, and the great-grandmother to her seven great- grandchildren. Happy 90th birthday, Ms. Franklin. I wish you continued health and happiness on this milestone occasion. ____________________”