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Former U.S. House Speaker Jim Wright may not have wanted all the fuss.
But on Monday, city streets will be closed off around the church where his funeral service will be — and shuttle buses will deliver those who want to attend — as thousands of people are expected to try to say one final goodbye to the legendary politician.
Ten years ago when U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey proposed to his wife, Tonya, on a downtown street corner, one of Fort Worth's most cherished individuals was part of the event.
Charles Joyner, the double amputee known as Fort Worth's unofficial greeter, was in his usual spot on his corner at Third and Houston streets when Tonya showed up to meet her date for dinner at Reata restaurant.
When Veasey arrived shortly afterward to greet Tonya, Joyner told him, "Mister, you should have some flowers for this beautiful young lady."
"America has lost one of its most distinguished and dedicated public servants, I have lost a great friend and mentor, and the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex has lost a tireless advocate whose impact in the region has been broad and deep. From transportation and flood control to aviation and economic prosperity, Speaker Wright was a tremendous champion for North Texas." — U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Fort Worth
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Marc Veasey released the following statement marking the passing of former Speaker of the House, Jim Wright:
"With Speaker Jim Wright's passing, America has lost one of its most distinguished and dedicated public servants, I have lost a great friend and mentor, and the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex has lost a tireless advocate whose impact in the region has been broad and deep. From transportation and flood control to aviation and economic prosperity, Speaker Wright was a tremendous champion for North Texas.
Seven Republicans crossed the aisle to support the second amendment, sponsored by Rep. Marc Veasey (D-Texas). It was approved in a 34-29 committee vote.
A second amendment, added by Democratic Rep. Marc Veasey of Texas, is asking the Defense Department to conduct a review of how including DACA recipients among the military's recruits would affect the armed forces. It passed in the same committee 34-29, gaining the support of more Republicans.
Participaron escuelas preparatorias y de ballet folklórico así como líderes cívicos, entre los que se encontraban Roberto Alonzo, representante estatal de Oak Cliff, Mónica Alonzo, representante del distrito 6 en el concilio de Dallas y el congresista Marc Veasey; otras personalidades incluyeron los presentadores de noticias de Telemundo Norma García y Enrique Teuteló.
U.S. Ambassador to Honduras James Nealon, right, hears a presentation about the capabilities of the CH-47 Chinook helicopter at the Soto Cano Air Base in Honduras on May 4, 2015, along with Texas Rep. Marc Veasey, center right, and Georgia Rep. Austin Scott, center left. The Air Force says the Chnook "provides a broad range of support to U.S. and partner nation efforts to stabilize the Central American region." STAFF SGT. JESSICA CONDIT U.S. AIR FORCE
It attracts locals from all over the Dallas area to celebrate Mexican heritage and showcase elements of Mexican culture, such as food, dance and music. Among those joining the festivities this year were Dallas Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Monica Alonzo, Congressman Marc Veasey, state Rep. Roberto Alonzo and Dallas County Schools board President Larry Duncan.
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, released the following statement after voting against H.R. 2028, the Energy and Water Appropriations Act, 2016: