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HONORING THE 36 YEARS OF SERVICE OF COUNCILMAN DAVID JORDAN
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HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON
of mississippi
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge the Honorable City Councilman of Greenwood, Mississippi, Mr. David Jordan.
Councilman Jordan served on the Greenwood City Council for 36 years representing Ward 6. During his tenure, he helped uplift the community through his superb leadership. He will continue his endeavors by representing District 24 as a member of the Mississippi State Senate. Senator Jordan has served in the State Senate for the previous 28 years assuming office in 1993.
Born on April 3, 1934, in Leflore County, Mississippi, David was the youngest of five children born to sharecropper parents. Growing up working in cotton fields, David always valued education. Through relentless effort, he received his high school diploma and went on to enroll in Mississippi Valley State University. Later, he attended the University of Wyoming.
Due to his undying love for people, he began his career as a science teacher. With a yearning to serve his community, Mr. Jordan decided to run for City Councilman in 1985 which he held until June 15, 2021. At the age of 88, he is married to the lovely Christine Bell-Jordan, and currently resides in Greenwood, MS.
Madam Speaker, I would like to acknowledge Councilman Jordan for his honorable endeavors to Mississippi communities.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 108
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