E80 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 15, 2014 see that the House Republican agenda for OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL This prestigious organization, founded at 2014 does not include renewing federal unem- DEBT Howard University by nine visionary women in ployment insurance. The long-term unem- 1908, at a period when Jim Crow laws flour- ployed cannot wait on Congress to restore this HON. MIKE COFFMAN ished in the law books, knew the rigors of their critical support any longer, and I urge my Re- OF COLORADO journey during the early 1900s. Those nine special women were: Anna Easter Brown, publican colleagues to act now. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES , Lillie Burke, , Mar- Wednesday, January 15, 2014 garet Flagg Holmes, , f Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January Lavinia Norman, Lucy Slowe, and Marie PROFESSOR MICHAEL S. GREEN & 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- Woolfolk Taylor. 2013 EUGENE ASHER DISTIN- fice, the national debt was The organization, which has grown to a sis- GUISHED TEACHING AWARD $10,626,877,048,913.08. terhood of more than 260,000 members in 975 Today, it is $17,287,251,611,151.62. We’ve chapters worldwide, includes an extraordinary added $6,660,374,562,238.54 to our debt in 5 collection of women, who now encompass di- HON. DINA TITUS years. This is over $6.6 trillion in debt our na- verse ethnicities and nationalities and are tion, our economy, and our children could united by a bond of sisterhood and a commit- OF have avoided with a balanced budget amend- ment to service. was founded to touch IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment. lives, improve the stature of women and serve f Wednesday, January 15, 2014 humankind. Its mission is to develop leaders, BIRTHDAY OF DR. MARTIN expand educational and economic opportunity, Ms. TITUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with LUTHER KING, JR. and ensure that the Sorority is fully engaged pride and pleasure to congratulate Dr. Michael in the civic life of the nation and each commu- S. Green, professor of history at the College HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. nity in which it has a chapter. of Southern Nevada in , on his re- Sojourner Truth once said, that ‘‘If women OF MICHIGAN want any rights more than [they’ve] got, why cent selection as the recipient of the American IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Historical Association’s 2013 Eugene Asher don’t they just take them and not be talking Wednesday, January 15, 2014 about it.’’ This quote embodies the spirit that Distinguished Teaching Award. The AHA, a the determined women of Alpha Kappa Alpha leading professional organization dedicated to Mr. CONYERS. I rise today to honor the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the man Sorority, Inc. the study and teaching of history, awards this Alpha Kappa Alpha is home to college prize only once a year to recognize out- who so many year ago inspired me and chal- lenged me to pursue a life in public service. presidents, deans, directors of Fortune 500 standing teaching and advocacy for history. His message of love, hope, and compassion companies, judges, mayors, Members of Con- This is the first time ever that this prestigious ignited a Civil Rights Movement that changed gress, state legislatures, city councils, and award has gone to a community college pro- the hearts of millions of Americans. His stirring school boards. This sorority has provided the fessor. rhetoric, his devotion to non-violence even in foundation for intellectuals such as Sharon To quote Winston Churchill, ‘‘Study history, the face of grave danger, and his example of Pratt Kelly, the first woman to serve as mayor of Washington, D.C.; Angie Brookes, the first study history. In history lie all the secrets of moral courage, breathed new life into the woman President of the United Nations; the statecraft.’’ Professor Green is encouraging promises of freedom, equality, and justice that have always defined American democracy. long revered Rosa Parks, mother of the Civil the young people of Southern Nevada to do Rights Movement; Azie Taylor Morton, the just that—‘‘study history, study history.’’ Today I remind my colleagues that the na- tion and world of which he dreamed of re- only African-American to hold the position of Through his excellent teaching, he is culti- Treasurer of the ; and First Lady vating the minds of tomorrow. Many of his mains unrealized. We have eliminated the most invidious forms of Jim Crow, but racism Eleanor Roosevelt. former students are found today in public serv- Alpha Kappa Alpha women have served in still permeates far too much of our daily lives. ice and media positions throughout Nevada. the United States Armed Services and de- We have made great strides in ensuring equal voted their lives to saving ours. I salute those A graduate of the University of Nevada— opportunity regardless of race, sex, or religion, women today who are active or retired military Las Vegas and , Dr. but vast inequalities still exist. We have been personnel. They are the sheroes that should Green specializes in nineteenth century poli- stalled in our efforts to ensure that every be emulated by the next generation. tics and the American West, and has pub- American has the opportunity to grow through AKA’s have long referred to founder Ethel lished several books including, Las Vegas: A education, gain dignity through honest work, Hedgeman Lyle as the ‘‘guiding light,’’ a figu- Centennial History, and dozens of articles in and receive equal treatment before the law. rative phrase that emphasizes the central im- scholarly journals. He writes a regular column These are the struggles where we have failed portance to AKA sisters of aptitude, resilience, in several popular magazines and is often to live up to the example set by Dr. King; unwavering service, and valor. called upon to serve as a lecturer, guest these are the battles Dr. King would be fight- President George W. Bush, in his address speaker, and expert on Nevada history and ing if he was still around to celebrate his 85th at the 55th Inauguration, stated that: politics. He is a researcher and consultant for birthday. Our nation relies on men and women who Remember Dr. King, be thankful for the leg- the City of Las Vegas Mob Museum, and is look after a neighbor and surround the lost acy he left behind, and consider what we can currently writing a text book on Nevada his- with love. Americans, at our best, value the do to honor his memory. life we see in one another, and must always tory. A man of many talents, Dr. Green is also Happy Birthday Dr. King. Happy Birthday to remember that even the unwanted have a specialist on President Lincoln, having au- you. worth. thored several books focusing on Lincoln and f I am honored to commemorate this historic the politics of the Civil War. He is currently ed- milestone and commemorate the 106th anni- iting a collection of essays focusing on Lincoln COMMEMORATING 106TH ANNIVER- versary of the coming together of an amazing as well. SARY OF THE FOUNDING OF sisterhood, born of the passion for humani- ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY Nonetheless, while many academicians tarian service and educational excellence of often prioritize research and publications over nine extraordinary young women. As a member of the Alpha Kappa Omega teaching, Michael Green’s number one priority HON. Graduate Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha So- has always been his students. As one re- OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rority in Houston, Texas, I take great pride in marked, ‘‘Dr. Green loves his subject and it the fact that the legacy of the founders lives Wednesday, January 15, 2014 shows.’’ I can think of no higher compliment, on in the work of the Omega Graduate Chap- and I can imagine no one more deserving of Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ter under the leadership of Marianne Young this award. I commend Dr. Green for this dis- commemorate the 106th anniversary of the Walker, Chapter President; and Jeanne tinction, and am proud to have him as a founding of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Cherise Story, Chapter Treasurer. friend, a colleague, and a constituent, Only in the first Greek-letter organization established Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter located in District One. by black college women in America. Houston, Texas is also the home chapter of:

VerDate Mar 15 2010 06:49 Jan 16, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A15JA8.020 E15JAPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS January 15, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E81 The 18th International President, Dr. Mattelia to secure enough food to feed themselves and SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS B. Grays; the 21st International President, Ms. nurture their families. Faye B. Bryant; the 20th South Central Re- During the recent recession, demand for nu- Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, gional Director, Dr. Polly Sparks Turner; and trition assistance increased dramatically. As a agreed to by the Senate of February 4, the 23rd South Central Regional Director, Mrs. result, charitable organizations across the 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- Gwendolyn J. Brinkley. country have been asked to do more with tem for a computerized schedule of all Inspired by a dedicated investment of less. In my district, Three Square Food Bank meetings and hearings of Senate com- human capital and a bold commitment to the has witnessed former donors becoming clients mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- principles of basic human rights, the sisters of due to layoffs and long-term unemployment. tees, and committees of conference. Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter dedicates their As the Farm Bill is finalized, I’d like to urge This title requires all such committees talent and resources to the betterment of their the members of the joint committee to protect community and live by this motto: ‘‘Global funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assist- to notify the Office of the Senate Daily Leadership through Timeless Service.’’ ance Program and reauthorize categorical eli- Digest—designated by the Rules Com- Among the signature program initiatives of gibility so Southern Nevadans struggling in mittee—of the time, place and purpose Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter are the fol- this economy can continue to access the pro- of the meetings, when scheduled and lowing: grams they rely on to make ends meet. any cancellations or changes in the Emerging Young Leaders Program, which— Let me tell you about Jennifer who lives in meetings as they occur. impact the lives of 10,000 girls in grades six Southern Nevada. Jennifer, her two children, through eight by providing leadership develop- and her sister are considered a household As an additional procedure along ment, civic engagement, enhanced academic under existing law. They live together, buy with the computerization of this infor- preparation and character building. food together, and eat meals together as a mation, the Office of the Senate Daily Health Initiatives—encourage personal fit- family. Jennifer and her sister each own a car, Digest will prepare this information for ness and healthy life styles to reduce health which they rely on to get to work on time printing in the Extensions of Remarks disparities, save lives. every day. These are not luxury cars; both are section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Environmental Stewardship and Sustain- eight years old and in need of repair. on Monday and Wednesday of each ability an initiative to encourage energy effi- The problem for Jennifer and her family is week. ciency, conservation, eco-living, reforestation, that the SNAP program has strict eligibility re- urban gardening, education and empowerment quirements that make it very difficult for fami- Meetings scheduled for Thursday, of consumers, and opportunities for women lies with even moderate assets, like aging January 16, 2014 may be found in the owned businesses. cars, to qualify for the nutrition assistance pro- Daily Digest of today’s RECORD. Global Poverty Initiative, a program to hun- gram. Categorical eligibility helps solve this ger, preserve the environment and empower problem by recognizing that many low-income women by providing food production skills and families who qualify for other assistance pro- MEETINGS SCHEDULED training in self-reliance through gifts of seeds, grams also need basic food assistance. If cat- JANUARY 28 livestock and training in environmentally sound egorical eligibility is eliminated, Jennifer and agriculture. millions of other low-income families with 10 a.m. Social Justice and Human Right Initiative, gross incomes or assets just above the federal Committee on Energy and Natural Re- which addresses gender equality issues in- SNAP limit would become ineligible for SNAP sources To hold hearings to examine S. 1600, to cluding human trafficking and domestic vio- benefits simply because of the value of the lence, services for children with incarcerated facilitate the reestablishment of do- modest cars they own. mestic, critical mineral designation, parents, youth aging out of foster care and Categorical eligibility has been demonized in children in homeless shelters. assessment, production, manufac- recent months, but it plays a critical role in turing, recycling, analysis, forecasting, Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize the helping families like Jennifer’s access the pro- extraordinary achievements of this extraor- workforce, education, research, and grams they need so that their basic expenses international capabilities in the United dinary organization that has been providing are met each month. It also enables these leadership for our nation for 106 years. States. families to keep assets, like an aging car, SD–366 f without having to make the difficult choice be- SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION tween food assistance and transportation. This FEBRUARY 4 ASSISTANCE PROGRAM is especially important for the nearly 40,000 10:15 a.m. unemployed Nevadans who need a reliable Committee on the Judiciary HON. DINA TITUS vehicle to search for jobs and secure employ- To hold hearings to examine privacy in the digital age, focusing on preventing OF NEVADA ment once they’ve been hired. I urge the members of the joint committee to data breaches and combating IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES protect the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance cybercrime. Wednesday, January 15, 2014 Program and maintain categorical eligibility so SD–226 Ms. TITUS. Mr. Speaker, nearly 350,000 working families like Jennifer’s can continue to Southern Nevada residents regularly struggle receive this vital food assistance.

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