congressional_record: CREC-1996-10-21-pt1-PgS12440
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| CREC-1996-10-21-pt1-PgS12440 | 1996-10-21 | 104 | 2 | HAROLD JINKS | SENATE | SENATE | ALLOTHER | S12440 | S12440 | [{"name": "Dale Bumpers", "role": "speaking"}] | 142 Cong. Rec. S12440 | Congressional Record, Volume 142 Issue 143 (Monday, October 21, 1996) [Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 143 (Monday, October 21, 1996)] [Senate] [Page S12440] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HAROLD JINKS Mr. BUMPERS. Mr. President, Arkansas lost one of its treasures last week. Harold Jinks of Piggott, AR, whom Arkansans affectionately refer to as ``Mr. Democrat,'' passed away at the age of 90. If the term ``yellow-dog Democrat'' were in the dictionary, Harold Jinks would be listed as the definition. Though Harold Jinks studied to be a farmer in school, it was the study and practice of politics that sustained him throughout his life. A friend to many Presidents and to every major Democratic officeholder in Arkansas, Harold Jinks brought enthusiasm into every rook he entered. He admonished young people about their duty to vote and be involved in politics. To Harold, being a mere spectator in politics was a sin. You had a duty to be a player. Active in his community and his church, Harold worked for many years at USDA and was at one time a special assistant to the regional director of the U.S. Postal Service. Harold was southwest regional director for the Democratic National Convention in 1957 and attended most conventions thereafter either as a delegate or strong advocate for the national ticket. He chaired the Arkansas Committee on Seniors for Carter-Mondale. In retirement, if you could call it that with Harold, he authored books and founded the Senior Democrats of Arkansas and served as chairman of the Arkansas Joint Legislative Committee of the National Retired Teachers Association and AARP. He also found time to organize the Washington-based Buy American Action Coalition to promote the buying of American products. He was a walking whirlwind of activity, and always at work promoting a cause or a candidate. A virtual encyclopedia, he enjoyed the history of politics as much as he did the campaigns. Mr. President, Harold Jinks taught us all the importance of being involved in our Government. He chided us when he thought we were dragging our feet and applauded us when we were conscientious. He was loved by those of us in Arkansas who shared his passion for politics, and he will be missed by all who had the good fortune to know him and be touched by him and his infectious enthusiasm for the political process. Betty and I extend our deepest sympathy to Harold's lovely and devoted wife, Wilma. We owe her our gratitude as well for sharing Harold with us. ____________________ |