“I believe some of R. A. Long’s greatest achievements go beyond the city he envisioned and built, and they include his character — honesty, humility, fortitude, ingenuity, benevolence, team-building, spirituality, an investor mindset, intelligence, and thoughtfulness. The very best way I can see to honor and gift back to this remarkable man and to our wonderful city on the occasion of its 100th birthday and beyond, is to mirror his worthy traits, and continue to grow the city of Longview in an optimistic, principled, and uplifting manner for the citizens of our community.”
