From volunteer to employee, Corey’s commitment to AMAC’s advocacy remained solid. She played a vital part in the growth of the organization and cheerfully performed any task assigned, no matter how tedious. She endeared herself to her colleagues with her smile, humor, colorful storytelling, and eagerness to learn whatever was necessary to complete an initiative. And her Friday team lunches were legendary and enjoyed by all who attended. It was impossible not to fall in love with this vibrant, enthusiastic woman. All of Corey’s efforts would culminate one October day in 2019 when she attended President Trump’s signing of an executive order expanding Medicare Advantage plans. Corey was thrilled not only to have the opportunity to attend the event, but to be introduced by the President as she addressed the crowd about her own experience with Medicare Advantage and the successful treatment of her heart disease. But her
proudest moment came when she was given the honor of standing beside the President as he signed the order she had advocated for so strongly, and then handed her the very pen he had just used to sign it. The pure happiness and surprise on Corey’s face at that moment was noted by everyone in the room that day. Sadly, we lost Corey to the pandemic only a year or so later. Her absence has been felt by all of us. Corey was living proof that only in America can a little girl born in a small Mexican village not only start a new life in a new country, but also rise to such heights as to stand beside and address the leader of the free world. Corey may have been small in stature, but the magnitude of her character encompassed all who knew her. She possessed a giant heart, an endless spirit, and an oversized love for America.
We promise to honor Corey and all of those who tirelessly work to make America great.
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