E290 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 4, 2014 PERSONAL EXPLANATION to the regular authorization and appropriations exists within our armed services and create a process; it requires the CFPB to use the GS safe and transparent environment. HON. PAUL A. GOSAR pay scale like other federal agencies; and it f prohibits the CFPB from accessing or using OF ARIZONA HONORING JOHNNIE CARR DURING IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES personal financial data of a consumer without express permission. I support reining in the BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014 Tuesday, March 4, 2014 unchecked authorities of the CFPB and sup- Mr. GOSAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to port this legislation. HON. TERRI A. SEWELL recognize passage of several pieces of legis- H.R. 899, the Unfunded Mandates Informa- OF ALABAMA lation during the week of February 24, 2014. tion and Transparency Act, is a bill that, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Unfortunately, I was not able to vote for final among other things, enhances the ability of Tuesday, March 4, 2014 passage of these bills because I was out on the public to identify federal mandates that Ms. SEWELL of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I medical leave recovering from much needed may impose additional costs to citizens, work- rise today in honor of continuing the 7th dis- hip replacement surgery. ers, businesses, as well as State, local, and trict’s commitment to honoring influential Afri- H.R. 1211, the FOIA Oversight and Imple- tribal governments. I am a firm believer that can Americans that were sons and daughters mentation Act of 2014, is important legislation the Federal Government must not crush the of Alabama. Today, it is my great privilege to that increases transparency and streamlines smaller guy with undue burdens and man- pay homage to Mrs. Johnnie Carr, a heroine the process for requests of public information dates. I strongly support this important legisla- of the Civil Rights movement and a pioneer of disclosures under the Freedom of Information tion. the Montgomery Bus Boycott. In Alabama, this Act. This legislation passed through one of my Had I been present for these votes, I would stalwart is referenced for her lifetime devotion committees, the House Oversight and Govern- have voted in support of these three important to ensuring that America lived up to its ideals ment Reform Committee, with my support. bills with an ‘‘aye’’ vote on rollcall Nos. 63, 64, of freedom and equality for all. H.R. 1123, the Unlocking Consumer Choice 67, 69, 78, 85 and 90. This phenomenal woman was born on Janu- and Wireless Competition Act, is a bill that re- f ary 26, 1911 in Montgomery Alabama to John verses a previous Library of Congress rule and Annie Daniels. She was educated at that made the unlocking of cell phones illegal COMMENDING SECRETARY ‘‘Miss White’s Industrial School for Girls,’’ a after the FCC and industry had agreed that KERRY’S NEW POLICY TO DENY private institution devoted to educating young consumers had every right to unlock their VISAS TO PERPETRATORS OF women of color. She went on to complete phones. It also directs the Library of Congress SEXUAL VIOLENCE coursework in nursing before launching a pub- to issue a rule to determine whether con- lic service career that would continue through- sumers should be allowed to unlock similar HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING out her lifetime. devices, such as tablets. OF MASSACHUSETTS During the 1930s, Mrs. Carr found her call- H.R. 1944, the Private Property Rights Pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing as a foot soldier and started with a cam- tection Act, is a bill to remedy a Supreme Tuesday, March 4, 2014 paign to help raise funds for the defense of Court decision, Kelo v. New London, regarding the Scottsboro Boys. This historic case in- governments’ eminent domain powers. This Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to volved nine black men who were falsely ac- legislation is very similar to one passed in the commend the action taken by Secretary of cused of raping two white women in 1931. 112th Congress, which passed by voice vote. State John Kerry and U.K. Foreign Secretary During this time, she also became active in I am a strong supporter of private property William Hague to deny visas to perpetrators of the NAACP and served as secretary and rights and I agree 100 percent with the sense sexual violence in times of armed conflict. This youth coordinator for the organization. of Congress stated in this legislation that it announcement sends a clear signal to sexual In 1964, Mrs. Carr and her husband, Arlam should be ‘‘the policy of the United States to offenders and enablers of sexual violence that Carr also broke barriers in public education in encourage, support, and promote the private the United States will not tolerate these de- Montgomery. The couple filed a suit against ownership of property and to ensure that the praved acts. the Montgomery Board of Education in effort constitutional and other legal rights of private Secretaries Kerry and Hague were joined by to allow their son to attend an all white high property owners are protected by the federal the U.S. Ambassador-at-large for global wom- school. The monumental court case, Carr v. government.’’ en’s issues, Catherine Russell; the U.S. As- Montgomery County Board of Education, is H.R. 3865, the Stop Targeting of Political sistant Secretary of State for Population, Refu- referenced as a landmark decision that led to Beliefs by the IRS Act, is an incredibly impor- gees and Migration, Anne Richard; and United the desegregation of public schools in Mont- tant piece of legislation designed to prevent Nations Special Representative on Sexual Vio- gomery, Alabama. Despite constant death the IRS from adopting a proposed rule that lence in Conflict Zanaib Bangura in announc- threats the Carrs remained committed to the changes the way 501(c)(4) organizations are ing this policy and shining a light on the sen- cause and eventually won the case on June 2, allowed to operate under the tax code. As the sitive yet urgent topic of rape and sexual vio- 1969. As a result, their son, Arlam Jr., was Oversight Committee noted in its hearing this lence as a tool of war. one of 13 black students to integrate Sydney week, this rule is tantamount to ‘‘doubling Since my days in the Massachusetts state Lanier High School. down’’ on the discriminatory practices against legislature and then as District Attorney, I In addition to their contribution to the inte- conservative groups that were uncovered in have been a staunch supporter for survivors gration of public schools, Mrs. Carr and her 2013. I strongly support this bill. and victims of sexual assault. I brought this husband would also become pillars in efforts H.R. 2804, the All Economic Regulations passion to Washington, where I have been to desegregate the Montgomery bus system. Are Transparent Act, is a bill that requires fed- proud to support passage of legislation that In December of 1955, shortly after Rosa Parks eral agencies to further disclose and report on would strengthen whistleblower protections for refused to give up her seat to a white pas- much of their processes and rules. One of my those who report sexual assaults in the mili- senger, the Carrs agreed to follow local buses favorite provisions of this bill is that agencies tary, and have consistently worked to protect in their personal vehicle to monitor the suc- and Washington bureaucrats pushing forth essential programs that serve victims of do- cess of the demonstration. The couple also new regulations have to assess and disclose mestic violence, dating violence, sexual as- transported blacks that needed rides to work the costs that their proposed rules will have on sault, and stalking, including the Violence and provided an alternative to using the seg- small businesses and the economy. If the Against Women Act and the Family Violence regated bus system in Montgomery. rules are going to be made, they should have Prevention and Services Act. And, as co-chair During the demonstration, Mrs. Carr was a sound basis and fully consider the economic of the Military Sexual Assault Prevention Cau- named president of the Montgomery Improve- impact. This bill accomplishes those goals and cus, I have worked to ensure that military ment Association in 1967. The organization has my support. service victims’ rights are protected through was initially formed to oversee the bus boy- H.R. 3193, the Consumer Financial Protec- access to legal assistance and expedited cotts but the entity would eventually play a tion and Soundness Improvement Act, makes transfers from his or her attacker. huge role in ending segregation in the city of a series of changes to the Consumer Financial Secretary Kerry has exhibited commendable Montgomery. Mrs. Carr remained at the helm Protection Bureau (CFPB) to rein in much of leadership on this issue, and I look forward to of the organization until her death in 2008. In its autocratic authority. It will replace the Di- working with him, the State Department, the 1984, Mrs. Carr joined ‘‘One Montgomery’’, an rector of CFPB with a five member inde- Department of Defense, and our global coun- organization dedicated to improving race rela- pendent commission; it makes CFPB subject terparts to end this culture of negligence that tions in Montgomery. Later in life, she became

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There were glaring lished the Emmett Till Historic Intrepid Center the forefront of blazing trails for me and so disparities between Black and White commu- (ETHIC) which is a state of the art Museum. many others. This amazing woman was dedi- nities. The Mississippi Sovereignty Commis- He is also credited with the creation and incor- cated to serving as a conduit for social sion was established in 1956. Disenfranchise- poration of the Glendora Economic and Com- change. Against insurmountable odds, she re- ment laws like Poll taxes and literacy tests munity Development Corporation. To his credit mained committed to her calling. Today, we were widespread across the State to keep is also the Emmett Till Memorial Park and Na- honor this great woman of strength and reflect Blacks from voting. ture Trail. This trail is located on the infamous on the countless contributions she has made The Place: The County is Tallahatchie, also Black Bayou which is the initial drop-off site of to the state of Alabama and this nation. known as ‘‘The Free State of Tallahatchie.’’ Emmett Till’s body, according to his father, As a benefactor of Mrs. Carr’s efforts, it is The place is Glendora and the year is 1955. Henry Lee Loggins. indeed an honor to share her story with our Glendora is a small rural town that has always The Black Bayou is also the same body of nation. As we reflect on all that she has given, maintained a very small population. It is also water in which the drive-off and murder of let us commit to honoring her legacy by never one of the places tied to moments in history Mrs. Beulah Melton took place. Mr. Thomas’s forgetting her role in American history. I ask which helped fuel the civil rights movement. vision for Glendora has expanded to now in- my colleagues to join me in honoring Mrs. The events were the August 28, 1955 murder clude the Glendora Sonny Boy Williamson Johnnie Carr, an American hero. of Emmett Louis Till, and the December 1955 Bed and Breakfast. Every year to address f murder of Mr. Clinton Melton and his wife, healthcare for citizens, he and the town host Beulah Melton in March 1956. Although he an annual Breast Cancer awareness and HONORING ETHAN CALFEE was still a child the effects of this would follow screening to provide free breast cancer him the rest of his life. No longer was Glen- screening to all citizens. This effort is made HON. SAM GRAVES dora unknown after this; in fact overnight it be- possible through Calvary Baptist Church of OF MISSOURI came an international sensation, forever hav- New York, NY and Partners in Development of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing its own grey cloud. Boston, MA. His Parents: Mr. Thomas was the second Mr. Johnny B. Thomas, a man created by Tuesday, March 4, 2014 child of twelve born to Mr. Henry Lee Loggins an era, a place, and events but made for Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I and Ms. Adeline Hill. His parents were Mis- today. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to proudly pause to recognize Ethan Calfee. sissippi sharecroppers. His mother worked in join me in recognizing this member of Black Ethan is a very special young man who has a juke joint called King Place. King Place be- History, Mr. Johnny B. Thomas, the honorable exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship came well known as it was tied to the Emmett Mayor of Glendora from the Second Congres- and leadership by taking an active part in the Till murder as the place where reporters went sional District of Mississippi. Boy Scouts of America, Troop 75, and earning to get information and answers about rumors f the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. of Blacks having been involved in the murder. A COMMEMORATION OF USMC SGT. Ethan has been very active with his troop, His mother was that witness. He often worked LANCE DAVISON participating in many scout activities. Over the in King Place to earn money as a young boy. many years Ethan has been involved with His father, Henry Lee, worked as an overseer scouting, he has not only earned numerous for J.W. Milam on his farm. J.W. Milam along HON. ANN KIRKPATRICK merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- with his brother, Roy Bryant, were the two OF ARIZONA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ily, peers, and community. Most notably, white men charged with and acquitted of the Ethan has contributed to his community murder of Emmett Louis Till. His father had to Tuesday, March 4, 2014 through his Eagle Scout project. make a life altering decision after being ac- Mrs. KIRKPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, Lance Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in cused of participating in the Emmett Till mur- Clinton Davison was born on January 8th, commending Ethan Calfee for his accomplish- der. After death threats on his life and his fam- 1979, the first son of John and Desbah ments with the Boy Scouts of America and for ily, he decided to leave Glendora and go into Davison. In Navajo tradition, Lance is of the his efforts put forth in achieving the highest hiding to protect the family. Mr. Thomas made Hashtl’ishnii Clan and born for Bilagaana. distinction of Eagle Scout. it his life-long quest to clear his father’s name. Lance was raised in Flagstaff, Arizona, and f His Present: He said he has an etched graduated from Flagstaff High School in 1997. memory of the hardships of Black folk in the Upon graduation, Lance joined the U.S. Ma- HONORING JOHNNY B. THOMAS segregated south, the Glendora murders and rine Corps, where he excelled and became an how they affected his family. It was through especially accomplished marksman and scout/ HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON those experiences and others that he gained sniper. OF MISSISSIPPI the wisdom and passion for helping his people Immediately after the September 11, 2001, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and ultimately led to him becoming a civil terrorist attacks, Lance was deployed to Af- Tuesday, March 4, 2014 rights activist in Tallahatchie County. He never ghanistan for duty with the 3rd Battalion, 23rd shied away from a challenge or ran from dan- Marines, 1st Marine Division. During his com- Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- ger. bat service, he received several medals and er, I rise today to honor Mr. Johnny B. Thom- Mr. Thomas has been an entrepreneur, giv- commendations, including the Bronze Star and as of Glendora, Mississippi. Mr. Thomas is ing it up only to answer his calling to public Purple Heart. also the Mayor of Glendora, March 16, 1982 service. In 1975 he became the first Black Like so many veterans, Lance not only to current. constable in Tallahatchie County. In 1982, he served his country but came home and helped Since this month is February, which is Black became the second Black Mayor of Glendora. strengthen his own community. He became an History month, and considering the historical In 1985 he became the first Black elected officer with the Flagstaff Police Department journey Mr. Thomas has traveled, I felt he de- County Supervisor. A strong countywide effort and founded Raven2 O.D.G, a disabled vet- serves to be honored. His present is tied to was launched against him as the first Black eran-owned business that provides enhanced his history which is tied to an era, a place, and supervisor even though the district in which he training for SOCOM Operatives and agency his parents. won was eighty percent Black. The case was professionals with precision marksmanship Era: He was born November 30, 1953 in taken all the way to the Mississippi State Su- skills. Lance’s dedication to his country and Glendora, MS at a time when the State of Mis- preme Court within thirty days of being elect- community was surpassed only by his dedica- sissippi was a segregated society. He got his ed. The results were not in his favor as the tion to and love for his son, Korben. early education on life as he traveled the dirt Mississippi Supreme Court overturned the Lance was a true hero. The words of Amer- roads of Glendora, the plantations and cotton election result and Mr. Thomas was removed ican poet Thomas William Parsons aptly de- fields of Tallahatchie County and the juke from office. The NAACP selected him to serve scribe our feelings about those heroes who joints. on the original Redistricting Committee on Vot- sacrifice for our country: ‘‘On thy grave, the In 1953 the United States was engaged in ing in the County. The challenges he experi- rain shall fall from the eyes of a mighty na- a discussion on ending segregation in schools. enced and knowledge he gained made him tion.’’

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