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Page A-12 Shelton-Mason County Journal - Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019 Rep. Kilmer earns Roosevelt Courage Award a; use... Heinbachm michael@masoncounty. com U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer (D—Gig Harbor) was one of four lawmakers named as Teddy Roosevelt Cour- age Award winners earlier this month in Washing- ton, D.C., by Issue One, a cross-partisan political reform organization. Kilmer, who represents Washington’s 6th Con- gressional District, along with U.S. Sens. James Lankford (R-Oklahoma) and Amy Klobuchar (D— Minnesota) and US. Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Wis- consin), were honored Nov. 13 for efforts to update the U.S. political system and secure elections. “Senators James Lankford and Amy Klobu- char, and Representatives Mike Gallagher and Derek Kilmer have consistently reached across the aisle and championed political reform when Washington is at its most divided,” Issue One CEO Nick Penniman said in a news release. “They are working to rebuild public trust in our great experiment of self-government at a time when it is cratering.” A release issued Nov. 19 by his office said Kilm- er was recognized» for his role as chair of the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress, for his leadership on campaign finance reform and for working to reduce the role of money in politics. ' “For a long time, folks have been justifiably frus- trated with the performance of the government. Do YOU Know YOUR HEALTH. INSURANCE CHOICES PUBLIC FORUM And LEGAL PROTECTIONS? Find Out!!! WHEN: Saturday, Dec; 14: from to 3:30 pm ,WHIIELPUD #3 RMlOAMV Commissioner Mike Kreidler Presentation , Questions 8:. Answers "‘ Refreshments EVERYONE WELCOME! BRING YOUR FAMILY 3. FRIENDS! SPONSORH) BY‘ its 35th legishiive District Democrats PO Box 3212 Belfuir WA 983l2 I "gncfianfe/ cgfdiafcryi" firidmw Qagaar (HECK 0U? THE NCCU SOUP BAR! artwork * photography * quilts iewelry ' fudge ’ glass woodworking 4' apparel and accessories ‘ and more! “Saturday, December 10 AM To PM NCCU Worship Center Inside and outside vendors There’s been too much money, too many special in— terests, and too little accountability,” Kilmer said in his release. “I’m working every day to fix that and ensure Congress takes concrete steps toward creat— ing a government that works better for the Ameri- can people. He added, “I’m honored to receive this award and I thank Issue One for supporting the ongoing efforts to modernize Congress and get our government back on track.” According to Kilmer’s office’s release, after his ap- pointment as chair of the congressional moderniza- tion committee in January, the committee issued 29 recommendations to benefit transparency in govern— ment; The committee continues to push to improve how members of Congress communicate and connect with constituents and got better accessibility for those with disabilities to the U.S. House of Repre— sentative s . Earlier this month, the House voted to extend the bipartisan committee through the end of 2020 to continue working to deliver reforms. ’ According to Issue One, the Teddy Roosevelt Courage Awards honor those who share values with the 26th president, a defender of ethical government practices. To learn more about the Roosevelt award, visit https://bit.ly/2qNTng. U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer (D-Gig Harbor) poses with the Teddy Roosevelt Courage Award on Nov. 13 in Washington, D.C. Courtesy photo. PUT THE DATE ON YOUR CALENDAR! 3604804591 Studio 125 Salon '1' 125 West Railroad Avenue - Shelton 'l Mimi." l’w'nlln (hum ".\‘.nl linimir Lm . . . l ( .mnpwluhw l‘mmq...;1:;i.';il'miil nn wimmia'