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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 160
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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recognize Cuate Santos, who is retiring from the Laredo Morning |
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Times after four decades of outstanding service as a |
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photographer; and |
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WHEREAS, Beloved for his talent and his friendly, |
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soft-spoken nature, this native Laredoan built a fulfilling |
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career as a trusted artistic voice for his hometown community; |
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and |
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WHEREAS, Cuate Santos graduated from Martin High School |
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and began working as a photographer for Laredo Junior College's |
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McIntosh Express; he never attended a formal photography class, |
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yet his keen eye for lighting and composition have helped him to |
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capture subjects in stunning detail and with an artistry that has |
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earned him international acclaim; and |
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WHEREAS, Mr. Santos' love for his community is reflected in |
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the countless moving images he has created through his lens, and |
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his photographs shine with unique beauty and a defining spirit; |
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his skill and artistry are evident through his vivid photographs |
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of nature, international figures, national sporting events, and |
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hometown citizens; his work has been featured in distinguished |
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publications around the world; and |
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WHEREAS, Cuate Santos is a cherished citizen and a |
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legendary figure in the Laredo community; his lasting |
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contributions as a photojournalist will shed light on the city's |
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storied history and culture for generations to come; now, |
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therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th |
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Legislature, hereby honor Cuate Santos as a treasured Texas |
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photojournalist, artist, and historian and commend him on his |
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celebrated career at the Laredo Morning Times; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in his |
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honor. |
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Zaffirini |
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President of the Senate |
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I hereby certify that the |
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above Resolution was adopted by |
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the Senate on March 18, 2021. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |