From Deseret News archives:
Politicians pay tribute to their moms
Sen. Carlene Walker: The epitome of a liberated woman before they invented the term, my mother raised my sister alone for three years while my dad fought in World War II. Feisty independence balanced with 1950s June Cleaver-esque homemaking skills; she endures as the strongest role model of my life.
Sen. Patricia Jones: Everyone thinks my mom is remarkable, especially for her age. She's a hip 86 years old and beautiful. No one ever comes close to guessing her age. She is a marvelous caregiver to my 90-year-old dad and so many others.
Mayor Peter Corroon: My mother taught me volunteerism. From an early age, I remember my mother volunteering at hospitals, senior centers or other facilities. Even on vacation, we visited a facility. At over 80 years old, she still volunteers. Happy Mother's Day, Mom!
Rep. Brad King: My mother has the patience of Job, the intellect of Einstein, the looks of a super-model, is more fun than a barrel of monkeys, faster than a speeding bullet and is able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. As I recall, she was able to do even more when she was younger. I guess that it takes a lot of energy to raise a family. Thanks, Mom, I love you!
Sen. Bob Bennett: Mother always pushed me to do the things I should have done but sometimes didn't; when I did what she asked in a productive way, she was there cheering me on. Whatever anyone else ever thought of me, I always knew that Mother was by my side.
Sen. Karen Mayne: My mom was a very strong and noble woman. She taught me strength and courage. She taught me that if we have a problem, we face it, deal with it and go forward. I've tried to live my life that way.
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