June 30, 2020 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E591 bondage in the United States for two-hundred sively on issues including equal access to HONORING THE LIFE OF PAUL and forty-eight years and opened a new chap- counsel for civil litigants and issues sur- LOGGAN ter in American history. rounding access to education. Recognizing the importance of this date, Prior to her time at Rutgers University Cam- HON. SUSAN W. BROOKS former slaves coined the word ‘‘Juneteenth’’ to den, she had tenured as a distinguished fac- OF INDIANA mark the occasion with a celebrations the first ulty member at Temple University Beasley IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of which occurred in the Texas state capital in School of Law for over 25 years. During her Tuesday, June 30, 2020 1867 under the direction of the Freedmen’s time at Temple she made it a priority of hers Bureau. to fight against the racial and gender biases of Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Madam Speaker, Juneteenth was and is a living symbol of the Pennsylvania bench and bar and she has I rise today to honor the life and legacy of freedom for people who did not have it. served on numerous federal, state, city, and Paul Loggan, a friend, a mentor, a teacher, a Juneteenth remains the oldest known cele- committee bodies. coach and a father-figure among his many bration of slavery’s demise. Chancellor Haddon stepped into the role as roles at North Central High School in Indian- It commemorates freedom while acknowl- chancellor of Rutgers’s University Camden in apolis, where he worked for more than three edging the sacrifices and contributions made 2014 and as the executive administrator she decades. Paul was a tremendous leader in our by courageous African Americans towards has had the responsibility of overseeing the community including his role in the athletics making our great nation the more conscious daily administration of over 1,300 employees department when my children attended North and accepting country that it has become. at a campus that enrolls more than 7,000 stu- Central High School. He was a constant pres- The celebration of Juneteenth followed the dents. In addition, as Chief Executive of Rut- ence for Indiana high school football and his most devastating conflict in our country’s his- gers University—Camden she is a leader both dedication to Indiana students will be missed tory, in the aftermath of a civil war that pitted on and off campus by expanding the role of greatly. His impact on high school athletics brother against brother, neighbor against the civic engagement program by working with was honored on the evening of April 13 when neighbor and threatened to tear the fabric of community partners in the Camden and the football stadiums across the state of Indiana our union apart forever that America truly be- region. Additionally, under turned on their lights in his memory. Paul Loggan was born on April 5, 1963, in came the land of the free and the home of the her leadership the college has greatly ex- Shelbyville, Indiana. He was an outstanding brave. panded its enrollment through exceptional ini- athlete at Rushville High School, where he The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once tiatives such as launching the Bridging the graduated in 1981. Paul went on to the Uni- said, ‘‘Freedom is never free,’’ and African Gap Program. Through the installation of this versity of Indianapolis, where he was an All- American labor leader A. Phillip Randolph landmark program, in Fall 2017 Rutgers-Cam- American linebacker and team captain on the often said ‘‘Freedom is never given. It is won.’’ den achieved the highest enrollment in the en- football team before graduating in 1985. He Truer words were never spoken. tire history of the campus. went on to receive his master’s degree from We should all recognize the power and the Chancellor Haddon earned numerous hon- Ball State University. In 2012 Paul was in- ironic truth of those statements, and we ors and is respected nationally as a constitu- ducted into the University of Indianapolis Ath- should pause to remember the enormous tional scholar and leader in higher education. letics Hall of Fame. price paid by all Americans in our country’s We honor Chancellor Haddon’s commitment to quest to realize its promise. Paul’s love for sports did not end with play- Rutgers University—Camden and her dedica- ing sports. In addition to his time at Franklin Juneteenth honors the end of the 400 years tion to diversity and equality in higher edu- of suffering African Americans endured under Central and Roncalli, he spent over three dec- cation. ades at North Central as a teacher, coach, de- slavery and celebrates the legacy of persever- Madam Speaker, I ask you to join me in ance that has become the hallmark of the Afri- partment chair, Assistant Athletic Director and honoring the achievements of Chancellor in 2014 became the Athletic Director. He went can American experience in the struggle for Phoebe A. Haddon of Rutgers University equality. on to become the President of the Indiana Camden and thank her for all that she has Football Coaches Association (IFCA) and In recent years, a number of National done to advance Rutgers University Camden Juneteenth Organizations have arisen to take stayed active in the IFCA even after his time and the surrounding communities of South as president was over. Paul spent over three their place alongside older organizations—all Jersey. with the mission to promote and cultivate decades as the game director for the North/ South All-Star football game hosted by North knowledge and appreciation of African Amer- f ican history and culture. Central. He was dedicated to students and Juneteenth celebrates African American PERSONAL EXPLANATION athletes for a large part of his life. Though athletics were very important to him, freedom while encouraging self-development Paul held something even closer, his family. It and respect for all cultures. HON. RALPH LEE ABRAHAM was often said that it was rare to see Paul out But it must always remain a reminder to us OF LOUISIANA without at least one of his children. This is all that liberty and freedom are precious birth- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES what truly defined Paul. He had three kids, rights of all Americans, which must be jeal- sons Michael and Will and his daughter Sami. ously guarded and preserved for future gen- Tuesday, June 30, 2020 He was married to his wife Kathy for nearly erations. Mr. ABRAHAM. Madam Speaker, on Mon- twenty-nine years. Paul is also survived by his day, June 29, 2020 I was unavoidably de- f mother, Marjorie Loggan, brothers Ted (Gena) tained on Roll Call Votes No. 124, No. 126, and Bo, sister Kelly, and several nieces and PHOEBE A. HADDON No. 128, and No. 129. Had I been present to nephews. Hoosiers everywhere mourn the vote, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call loss of this great man. Our community will for- HON. DONALD NORCROSS Votes No. 124, No. 126, No. 128, and No. ever be thankful for the contributions Paul OF 129. made to students and athletes across the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES state of Indiana. On behalf of the Fifth District f Tuesday, June 30, 2020 of Indiana, I send my thoughts and prayers to Mr. NORCROSS. Madam Speaker, I rise PERSONAL EXPLANATION his family and friends during this difficult time. today to honor and commend the Chancellor f of Rutgers University Camden, Phoebe A. HON. SUPPORTING THE DISADVAN- Haddon. OF NEW JERSEY TAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE Phoebe Haddon was born in Washington, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (DBE) PROGRAM D.C. and spent her childhood in Passaic, New Jersey. She later earned her bachelor’s de- Tuesday, June 30, 2020 gree from Smith College in 1972, Juris Doctor, Mr. GOTTHEIMER. Madam Speaker, unfor- HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN OF SOUTH CAROLINA cum laude, from Duquesne University School tunately, I was unavoidably detained from the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Law in 1977 and in 1985 she earned her floor on Monday, June 29, 2020. I missed roll Master of Laws from Yale Law School. She call vote No. 129. Tuesday, June 30, 2020 practiced law at Wilmer Cutler and Pickering Had I been present to vote on roll call No. Mr. CLYBURN. Madam Speaker, recent in Washington, D.C. and has written exten- 129, I would have voted YEA. events have underscored the inequities that

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The Foundation has also nority-owned businesses to reach parity. journey that I know they will navigate with the granted nearly $10 million toward the Frater- The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise same ease that Sarah has guided me with nity’s premier leadership and educational pro- (DBE) program at the Department of Trans- throughout my first term in Congress. The grams, including the Kleberg Emerging Lead- portation was established in 1980 under Title positive impact that Sarah and George make ers Institute, the Presidents Leadership Con- VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which pro- in their professional lives and in their commu- ference, the Leadership Consultant Program, hibits discrimination based on race and gen- nities cannot be overstated; I cannot wait to and the Alcohol-Free Housing initiative. The der. The intent of the program is to remedy see all the good that will continue to result Foundation president position has only been past discrimination in federal transportation from the partnership of these two dynamic held by two individuals during the past 20 contracts by setting goals for awarding con- leaders. years. It was his leadership and work with the tracts to women- and minority-owned busi- As they reflect on their first anniversary, Phi Delta Theta Foundation board of trustees nesses. may their commitment grow even stronger to that grew the assets of the Foundation from The long record of discrimination this pro- cherish and honor one another for many years $4 million in 2011 to more than $20 million in gram seeks to remedy is undeniable. During to come. 2018. Under Bob’s watch and leadership, the the Great Depression, President Roosevelt in- Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the combination of long-term strategic planning vested extraordinary resources in infrastruc- United States House of Representatives to and a focus on the development of financial ture projects as part of the Works Progress join me in congratulating Sarah and George support blended both organizations into effec- Administration. His federal investments came on this momentous occasion. tive and streamlined systems, complementing with a tag in the South that said, ‘‘No Blacks f each and working toward clearly defined, allowed.’’ The same was true for women, measurable goals. since the jobs were intended for men, who PERSONAL EXPLANATION Phi Delta Theta was one of the first frater- were assumed to be the primary family bread- nities of its size to implement an Alcohol-Free winner. As a result, many white American HON. Housing policy, requiring that all Phi Delta households headed by men built themselves OF OHIO Theta chapter facilities remain alcohol-free to out of the depression, while most Blacks and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES support the health and safety of its members and create an environment of brotherhood women-led households remained in abject Tuesday, June 30, 2020 poverty without the means to recover. without the distractions of alcohol and/or sub- Today, if we were to dismiss equity and fair- Mr. GIBBS. Madam Speaker, I was unable stance abuse. An Alcohol-Free Housing Alli- ness in our federal transportation contracting, to be present for the second vote series due ance of several fraternities was formed in the we would see the disparities in unemployment to a previously scheduled doctor’s appoint- late 1990s. This initiative was one of the most and income grow. ment. Had I been present, I would have voted controversial in the organization’s history. Bob There is indisputable and overwhelming evi- NAY on rollcall No. 115. Biggs and the Fraternity’s governing board, dence that discrimination still exists in the fed- f the General Council, led this charge with eral transportation marketplace against staunch determination and a resolute con- RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT women- and minority-owned businesses. fidence that this was in the long-term best in- OF PHI DELTA THETA FRATER- Data-driven disparity studies illustrate the terest of its members. Bob had to lead in the NITY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER need for the DBE program to continue. One face of threats, and even lawsuits, to move ROBERT A. BIGGS study revealed that Black architecture and en- past a small group of detractors and keep the gineering businesses’ receipts are 42 percent Fraternity on course. He did so with a positive and 45 percent lower, respectively, than their HON. attitude and clear vision, taking the lead white counterparts. Non-minority women- OF NORTH CAROLINA among peer organizations. In 2018, three ad- owned architecture and engineering busi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ditional fraternities committed to alcohol and nesses earned 39 and 38 percent less than Tuesday, June 30, 2020 substance-free housing by 2020, bringing businesses owned by white men. positive change to collegiate campuses and Underrepresented businesses achieve bet- Mr. ROUZER. Madam Speaker, I am hon- Greek communities everywhere. ter outcomes on construction, architecture, en- ored and privileged to recognize Robert A. Along with the decision of Alcohol-Free gineering, and other service contracts when Biggs in tribute to his 44 years of service to Housing came an entire overhaul of how the goal-oriented programs are implemented to the Phi Delta Theta International Fraternity as organization would manage its undergraduate encourage the participation of these business well as his lifelong dedication to the collegiate chapters, facilities, and volunteer leadership, groups in government contracts. Without these and interfraternal movement. including the need for fundraising to support goals and measures in place, many of these I have been a very proud member of Phi the initiative and re-education efforts. As a re- businesses report that they would be com- Delta Theta since joining the North Carolina sult of Bob’s resolve, the Fraternity was strong pletely shut out of government contracting op- Delta Chapter in the Spring of 1992 when I at- enough to not only withstand, but overcome portunities. tended North Carolina State University and the pressures from inside and outside the or- In this time of reckoning over historic inequi- later served as president in 1993. ganization. ties in our country, we must reaffirm our com- Phi Delta Theta is a values-based college Bob Biggs has been a leader in many fra- mitment to essential programs like DBE to fraternity with nearly 200 chapters, 12,000 un- ternal associations, including the North Amer- continue making progress toward a more per- dergraduate members, and more than 280,000 ican Interfraternity Conference (NIC), the Fra- fect Union with liberty and justice for all. lifelong members. ternity Executives Association, of which he is Robert A. Biggs, outgoing chief executive f a past president, the Edgewater Conference, officer of both the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity and the Cincinnati Society of Association of CELEBRATING SARAH AND and its Foundation, has served the Phi Delta Executives. Bob has been a Certified Associa- GEORGE ROBERTS Theta organization since he graduated from tion Executive since 1986. In each organiza- Georgia Southern University in 1976. He tion, it has been the relationships with his HON. HALEY M. STEVENS began his career as a chapter consultant, and peers that meant the most to Bob, and he OF MICHIGAN later served as director of chapter services for continues to nurture and cherish them. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES more than a decade until 1990 and has led In 2006, Bob was awarded Phi Delta the Fraternity as its executive vice president Theta’s Legion of Honor Award. This high Tuesday, June 30, 2020 since 1991. His decades of leadership as the honor recognizes a member who has made a Ms. STEVENS. Madam Speaker, I rise organization’s fourth executive during its 172- major contribution of his time, effort and en- today to recognize Sarah and George Roberts year history has provided great stability and ergy to serve the Fraternity and improve its of Detroit, Michigan on the very special occa- bedrock support for its future growth. stature, has distinguished himself in rep- sion of their first wedding anniversary. Since 2011, Bob has simultaneously held resenting the Fraternity’s principles of friend- Sarah and George were married on July 20, dual leadership posts by leading both the ship, sound learning and rectitude, is widely 2019 in Hague, New York. Surrounded by Foundation and the Fraternity. Since its hum- recognized as a leader of fraternity men and

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