By Reyna of Bexar H.R. No. 1037 75R16215 BNL-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, The many friends and family of Raul Alderete were 1-2 deeply saddened by his untimely death on May 18, 1997, at the age 1-3 of 22, and the members of this chamber join them in mourning his 1-4 passing; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Born January 2, 1975, to Roy and Oralia Hernandez 1-6 Alderete, this beloved young man was known for his warm and 1-7 generous nature; as a student at Lanier High School, he excelled at 1-8 his studies while still finding time to pursue such diverse 1-9 extracurricular activities as football and chess, and after his 1-10 graduation in 1993, he enrolled at St. Phillips College; and 1-11 WHEREAS, In preparation for his career ambitions to attend 1-12 law school and run for public office, Mr. Alderete focused his 1-13 studies on political science; he balanced his academic instruction 1-14 with hands-on experience, working on political campaigns for U.S. 1-15 Representative Henry B. Gonzalez and several other candidates; and 1-16 WHEREAS, Mr. Alderete passionately believed in equal 1-17 representation for all citizens, and he hoped to one day provide a 1-18 voice for the traditionally overlooked segments of our society; his 1-19 strong belief in grassroots political action was underscored by his 1-20 involvement in Victor Morales's memorable bid for the U.S. Senate, 1-21 and that campaign was undoubtedly a highlight of Mr. Alderete's 1-22 budding career in public service; and 1-23 WHEREAS, Although it is especially painful to say goodbye to 1-24 one so young and full of promise, it is fitting to remember that 2-1 while Mr. Alderete's time here was brief, his life had a profound 2-2 impact on those around him, and his unique spirit will surely live 2-3 on in the hearts and minds of all who were privileged to know him; 2-4 now, therefore, be it 2-5 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas 2-6 Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Raul Alderete and 2-7 extend deepest sympathy to his mother, Oralia Hernandez Alderete, 2-8 and to all the loved ones and friends of this remarkable young man; 2-9 and, be it further 2-10 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-11 prepared for the members of his family and that when the Texas 2-12 House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of 2-13 Raul Alderete.