S4160 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 20, 2003 Commission. I am pleased and honored ever inducted into the prestigious Ala- Irons’ life as an athlete, university ed- to say that Mr. Minami also served as bama Sports Hall of Fame. He is also ucator, military serviceman, and com- a member of my Judicial Screening the only person inducted by both Ala- munity leader will continue to serve as Committee, from 1993 to 1996. Mr. bama Sports Hall of Fame and the Ala- an inspiration for future generations.∑ Minami did an outstanding job on the bama Men’s Hall of Fame. f committee, and his contributions were While a student at the University of JAMIL DADA, RECIPIENT OF THE invaluable. He has been a successful ad- Alabama, he was spotted by Coach BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA FIVE vocate for increasing the selection of Hank Crisp running across the campus NATIONS DISTRICT 2003 DISTIN- African Americans, Latinos, Native because he was late to class. Coach GUISHED CITIZEN GOOD SCOUT Americans, and Asian Americans for Crisp promptly put him on the track OF THE YEAR AWARD executive and judicial appointments at team where he set a collegiate record both State and Federal levels. the first time he pulled on a Crimson ∑ Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I would Dale Minami embodies the legacy of Tide uniform. Remarkably, his records like to take this moment to reflect on Thurgood Marshall. I commend him for still stand today. the exceptional work of Jamil Dada, his dedication, hard work, and many Before the days of the million-dollar who will be honored by the Boy Scouts achievements in the areas of civil lib- band at major football games, halftime of America’s Five Nations District erties and social justice and wish him entertainment consisted of a sport with its 2003 Distinguished Citizen well in all future endeavors. He is the called road racing. After laps in the Good Scout of the Year Award on kind of person who makes my State stadium runners would speed over a March 21, 2003. and our country a better place. ∑ hill-and-dale course, about 4 miles, fin- Jamil Dada is exceptionally qualified f ishing as the halftime show. In this for this award, with a strong record of realm, his feats have been heralded by serving others in his community in COMMEMORATING THE 47TH ANNI- as the greatest of his era. Riverside County and the broader re- VERSARY OF TUNISIA’S INDE- The Men’s Hall of Fame was created gion. His contributions to both local PENDENCE by the Alabama Legislature in 1987 to and regional community organizations Mr. INOUYE. Mr. President, today, honor posthumously those men who in have made a significant difference to Tunisia commemorates the 47th anni- their chosen professions have made na- countless Californians. versary of its independence from tional and international impact for the Mr. Dada’s most prominent role is France. Our two countries share a long betterment of humanity. Past induct- that of chairperson for the Riverside friendship that began in 1797, when Tu- ees include some of America’s most County Workforce Development Board, nisia was one of the first countries to distinguished leaders: Warner Von working to ensure a healthy, well- sign a Treaty of Peace and Friendship Braun, famed scientist who developed trained workforce for the county. In with the United States. In 1956, when rockets which propelled American as- addition, Mr. Dada devotes his time as Tunisia gained independence from tronauts to the Moon; George Wash- a board member for the Boy Scouts of France, the United States was one of ington Carver, botanist who mutated America Inland Empire Council, the the first countries to recognize plants to create vital food sources Family Service Association of Western Tunisia’s independence. This long rela- throughout the South; and James A. Riverside County, the Magnolia Center tionship has served as the backdrop for ‘‘Brother’’ Bryan, who gave sacrifi- Division of the Greater Riverside our increased cooperation in the efforts cially to fellow Alabamians during Chamber of Commerce, the Police Ac- to combat international terrorism. Our some of the severest economic times. tivities League in Moreno Valley, the shared commitments to peace, secu- Its most recent inductee, Dr. Irons, Planned Giving Advisory Board of UC rity, and stability in the world will re- joined the Howard College (now Riverside, the Riverside Community main the most important principles Samford University) staff in 1933, the College Foundation, and the United guiding our relationship throughout depth of the Great Depression. On his Way of the Inland Valleys. the 21st century. first day the College President asked In the city of Moreno Valley, he dem- I am pleased by Tunisia’s commit- him to report to the bank to try to onstrates his broad capacity for leader- ment to further strengthen the demo- stop mortgage foreclosure on the ship as the vice chairman of the cratic values that our two countries school. At this time, the school owed Moreno Valley Chamber of Commerce, share as the foundation for free and over a half million dollars. Dr. Irons’ the treasurer of the Moreno Valley open societies, and I am confident its personality and persuasion on behalf of Substance Abuse Task Force, and vice leaders will continue to work toward the college won the day, saving the president of the Community Assistance promoting greater political freedom school from foreclosure. During dif- Program, which provides food to those and respect for human rights through- ficult economic times, he often taught in need. out the region. for the salary of an IOU and in his Mr. Dada is also an Honorary Com- I wish the Tunisian people the best as spare time he coached the college mander at March Air Reserve Base, they celebrate their country’s success- track team and fired the dorm furnace. where he serves as vice president of the ful transition from colony to republic. In 1962 he received Freedom Founda- March Field Air Museum, chairman of I look forward to many more years of tion’s George Washington Medal of the Friends of March Field, and treas- cooperation and friendship between the Honor for his speech: ‘‘Freedom, Amer- urer of the March Air Reserve Base United States and Tunisia. ica’s Weapon of Might.’’ It was broad- Forum. f cast worldwide on the U.S. Armed It is clear that Jamil Dada is an out- Forces Network. He was the first Ala- standingly active, concerned citizen, HONORING DR. GEORGE V. IRONS, bamians to win this award. He also dis- and I am extremely proud to extend my SR.’S INDUCTION INTO THE ALA- tinguished himself through military sincere congratulations to him on this BAMA MEN’S HALL OF FAME service in World War II and was a re- much deserved recognition from the ∑ Mr. SESSIONS. I rise today to honor spected leader in civic, social, and pro- Boy Scouts of America Five Nations Dr. George V. Irons, Sr.’s induction fessional organizations. District. into the Alabama Men’s Hall of Fame. Dr. Irons was elected to the Alabama I send my best wishes for a memo- Dr. Irons was Distinguished Professor Men’s Hall of Fame as the representa- rable celebration of Jamil Dada’s ac- of History and Political Science at tive of the entire 20th Century. J.L.M. complishments and for his continued Samford University for 43 years and a Curry, former Congresswoman and am- success.∑ prominent civic leader. As a professor, bassador whose statue as one of Ala- f he taught 17 students who became uni- bama’s two representatives in the Cap- versity presidents—a record in Amer- itol’s Statuary Hall collection, was CELEBRATING NATIONAL SAFE ican education. elected for the nineteenth century. PLACE WEEK Dr. Irons was also one of Alabama’s It is good this revered Hall of Fame ∑ Mr. CRAIG. Mr. President, as our true athletic greats—the only Univer- honors those heroes who celebrate the country faces imminent war with Iraq, sity of Alabama track field athlete best of our past. I am hopeful that Dr. and current events of the day may turn

VerDate Dec 13 2002 01:26 Mar 22, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G20MR6.153 S20PT2 March 20, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4161 our attention overseas, it is essential Dorothy was one of the dearest middle of the crowd. He noted that to remember the ongoing battle that friends anyone could have. She was a ‘‘when the crowd prepared to parade off many of our young citizens face each fiercely loyal Democrat who was a to Vilas Park, several folks said good- day here at home. Our youth are the long-time, prominent fixture in the bye to the white-haired activist. ‘Good- future of this Nation and must be pro- Wisconsin political scene when I first bye?’ asked Shannon. ‘Oh, no, I’m tected. We not only value the young ran for public office over 20 years ago. ready to march.’ ’’ As Nichols wrote, people of this country, but recognize As it was to so many candidates, ‘‘Dorothy Shannon was always ready to that they are capable individuals and Dorothy’s support, and that of her hus- march. And rally. And campaign.’’ can take an active role in creating a band Ted, was crucial to me in that No matter what the progressive healthier living situation. first campaign, and they have been cause or issue, Dorothy was there. She I come to the Senate floor today to staunch supporters and advisors ever was steadfast in her commitment, and talk about a tremendous initiative be- since. it extended well beyond party politics. tween the public and private sector Growing up in a union household in She served on the Middleton Plan Com- that has been reaching out to youth for Toledo, OH, during the Great Depres- mission, and was active in the League 20 years: Project Safe Place. I am sion, Dorothy’s activism came natu- of Women Voters, the University pleased that the Senate unanimously rally to her. She came out of the Roo- League, and Friends of Pheasant adopted S. Res. 70, a resolution intro- sevelt Democratic tradition, and it Branch. duced by Senator DIANE FEINSTEIN and stayed with her. She would remind me It is still hard for me to fully grasp myself to designate the week of March to ‘‘be a Democrat, like Franklin Dela- Dorothy’s passing. I have known Ted 16, 2003, as National Safe Place Week, no Roosevelt.’’ and Dorothy Shannon for half of my in recognition of this partnership. After her serving in the Navy during life. And that is how we all thought of Over the past 20 years, Project Safe World War II, she earned her masters them. Ted and Dorothy. We always said Place has acted as an outreach effort of in early childhood education at Yale, their two names as one word. If you the YMCA Center for Youth Alter- where she met and married Ted. They wanted to mention just one of them, it natives—a short-term shelter for youth moved to Madison in 1950 and had lived took a little effort. It slowed up the at risk. Nearly 64,000 young people there ever since. conversation. have received help at over 12,200 des- As Dorothy told national columnist Now, Dorothy is gone, and conversa- ignated Safe Place locations. Young John Nichols, it did not take her and tions will be slowed all around Wis- people can easily recognize a safe place Ted long to get involved in Democratic consin. under a well-known symbol of safety politics. She recalled how one day, I offer my deepest condolences to Ted for in-crisis youth. The success of the when they were living in university and his family. I will always remember program, beginning in Louisville, KY, housing, a young fellow named Bill Dorothy, my dear friend, and cherished has prompted the implementation of Proxmire knocked on their door, and supporter.∑ this youth shelter outreach program in asked them to sign up to join the Wis- f over 100 cities throughout the United consin Democratic Party. Ted and UVM CENTER MATT SHEFTIC CEN- States. Even though the program has Dorothy joined Bill Proxmire and a few TERS HIS PRIORITIES ON HIS already been established in 41 States other hardy souls, that included such FAMILY across the country, there are still too future notables as Carl Thompson, Jim many communities that don’t know and Ruth Doyle, and Gaylord Nelson. ∑ Mr. LEAHY. Mr. President, today I about this valuable youth resource. They formed the core of what was to pay tribute to a young Vermonter Safe Place is a nationally acclaimed become the modern Wisconsin Demo- whose priorities are in the right place. program that is easily implemented in cratic Party. Ted and Dorothy helped Matt Sheftic is the center for the Uni- communities across the country. This put Bill Proxmire and Gaylord Nelson versity of Vermont basketball team, program unites the business sector, in the U.S. Senate, as they helped me the first Catamounts team to reach the volunteers, and youth service agencies over three decades later. NCAA tournament. in a community to provide temporary Long before I ran for the U.S. Senate, Before choosing to play basketball safe havens for youth in crisis. I urge though, Ted and Dorothy helped me for Coach Tom Brennan, Matt was a all my colleagues: if your State does win in my first race, for the Wisconsin standout for the Essex Junction Hor- not already have a Safe Place organiza- State Senate, and they were at every nets, leading them to the 1998 Vermont tion, please consider facilitating this event I ever had for the next 20 years. State Championship. He was a first worthwhile resource so that young peo- No matter what the weather, no matter team all-state selection twice, and in ple who are abused, neglected, or whose what their health was, they were al- 1999 was named Vermont’s Mr. Basket- futures are jeopardized by physical or ways there, always encouraging me. ball by the Burlington Free Press, and emotional trauma will have access to Dorothy’s commitment to progres- was Vermont’s Gatorade Player of the immediate help and safety in their sive causes inspired many, and in the Year. At UVM, he also serves his coun- community. early 1980s, Democrats in Dane County try as a member of the U.S. Army National Safe Place Week celebrates made her their cochair, along with a ROTC program. that outstanding program and honors friend of hers, Jim and Ruth Doyle’s Aside from his successes on the bas- the efforts of thousands of dedicated son. This past January, 20 years later, ketball court, in the classroom, and in Safe Place volunteers who selflessly Dorothy attended the inauguration of the ROTC program, Matt is first and devote time and resources to protect the Doyles’ son, Jim Doyle, as Gov- foremost dedicated to his family. When our Nation’s young people. I hope this ernor of Wisconsin. his sister Lauren battled an unexpected commemoration helps to raise aware- As was noted in her obituary, Doro- serious illness, Matt left the basketball ness of the number of troubled young thy chaired the Mondale-Ferraro Presi- team to help care for her. His priorities people in our Nation and provides more dential campaign in Dane County, and speak volumes about him as an out- youth and their families with the she was credited with helping to orga- standing young man, about the close- knowledge that help is often right in nize the largest public rally in support ness of the Sheftic family, and about their own neighborhood.∑ of the Democratic ticket that year. the wonderful job his parents have f I was at that rally. I remember it done raising him. well. Everyone who was there will re- Matt Sheftic’s story is told in an ar- IN MEMORY OF DOROTHY member it for the rest of their lives. It ticle by Joe Burris in the March 20 edi- SHANNON was a remarkable outpouring of en- tion of the Boston Globe. Today, in ∑ Mr. FEINGOLD. Mr. President, a pre- ergy, idealism, and hope for the future, honor of Matt Sheftic and his family, cious friend of mine and of progressive and as such it was the perfect embodi- and in memory of Lauren Sheftic, I ask causes passed away earlier this week. ment of Dorothy’s qualities. that the article ‘‘For Vermont’s Dorothy Shannon died early on the John Nichols reported that last Au- Sheftic, family came first’’ be printed morning of Wednesday, March 19, 2003. gust, at an antiwar rally and march in into the RECORD. She was 85. Madison, Dorothy was seated in the The article follows:

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