IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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A RESOLUTION honoring the life and achievements of the Honorable Jean Carnahan, former United States Senator, on the occasion of her passing on January 30, 2024.
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RESOLUTION NO. 21524, February 5, 2024
INTRODUCED BY Jalen Anderson, Jeanie Lauer, Megan L. Marshall, Donna Peyton, Manuel Abarca IV, Venessa Huskey, Charlie Franklin, DaRon McGee, and Sean E. Smith, County Legislators
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WHEREAS, the Honorable Jean Carnahan, former United States Senator for the State of Missouri, passed away January 30, 2024, at the age of 90; and,
WHEREAS, Senator Carnahan made history in 2001 as the first woman to represent Missouri in the United States Senate, demonstrating resilience and commitment to public service after being appointed to fill her late husband Mel Carnahan's seat following his tragic posthumous election; and,
WHEREAS, Senator Carnahan was sworn in on January 3, 2001, delivering heartfelt remarks to her Senate colleagues acknowledging the unique circumstances that brought her to the Senate and emphasizing a shared commitment to the work of the nation; and,
WHEREAS, a moderate Democrat, Senator Carnahan served with distinction for nearly two years, as a trailblazing and dedicated public servant advocating for on-site day care centers, domestic abuse victims' shelters, and the well-being of seniors; and,
WHEREAS, President Joe Biden said of Senator Carnahan, "In the U.S. Senate, Jean worked for gun safety and reproductive freedom. She stood up for workers, sponsoring legislation to support folks who'd lost their jobs in the wake of 9/11, and as one of a handful of women serving on the Senate Armed Services Committee, she was part of the first Congressional delegation to travel to Afghanistan, helping to guide our country through its immense grief in the wake of the September 11th terrorist attack;" and,
WHEREAS, the slogan Don't Let the Fire Go Out! became the guiding force for Senator ...
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