Political Quotes

“I rise today in recognition of Brad Hopkins, recipient of the 2022 Mick and Susie McMurry Cowboy Code Try Award. Brad will receive the award in front of over a thousand attendees at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming's 24th Annual Awards and Recognition Breakfast in Casper. The Try Award recognizes people in our community who live the Cowboy Code to its fullest. ``The Try'' is described as ``that special characteristic which contributes to success in life--along with perseverance, hard work, and loyalty. It's that quality within oneself that allows a person to overcome obstacles with courage and tenacity.'' It is a remarkable distinction. Each year, a bronze sculpture crafted by acclaimed artist Chris Navarro is given to the Try Award honoree. The sculpture is titled ``Cowboy Code'' and depicts a cowboy on his horse, with the phrases, ``Always Finish What You Start'' and ``Protect and Help The Weak''. Brad Hopkins has served as executive director of the Wyoming Rescue Mission since 2012. Born in Dallas, TX, Brad is an ordained minister and earned his master of theology from the Dallas Theological Seminary. He completed postgraduate studies at the University of Wisconsin and the University of Colorado-Denver. While in Colorado, Brad was a contributor to Denver's Road Home, the Denver Commission to End Homelessness, and the Denver Mayor's Clergy Council. He served as an advisor to the Colorado Governor's Interagency Council on Homelessness.…”