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HONORING THE DISABLED Without good quality national programs, DORIS AND MELVIN PORTH AMERICAN VETERANS CHAPTER 91 local stations would lose their ability to attract TRIBUTE the audience that they need to develop local HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. used for local/regional news. HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON OF GEORGIA Why is Public Broadcasting a worthy na- OF COLORADO tional interest? IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Demand for quality national and inter- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 national news has never been higher, and the Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I American people are best served when they Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, it brings me submit the following proclamation: are informed with current events. great joy to stand and pay tribute to Doris and Whereas, DeKalb County serves as home At the same time, commercial news rooms Melvin Porth of Westcliffe, Colorado. The for many Veterans who have served honorably are shrinking, reporting staff is downsizing, Porths have shown endless loyalty and devo- in the United States Military; and and even the size of newspapers are fractions tion to Custer Country, the state of Colorado, Whereas, the Disabled American Veterans of what they used to be. and the Republican Party. Chapter 91 of Decatur is an organization that Then you look at how the listening base for Originally from Kansas, Mr. and Mrs. Porth continues to serve those who have rep- public radio has actually increased. You sim- quickly became true Coloradans upon arriving resented our nation in times of peace and war; ply cannot argue that NPR is irrelevant when in the Centennial State. Both Mr. and Mrs. and it draws in 34 million listeners a week. Porth have been staples in local and state pol- Whereas, our beloved county, continues to It’s still in the public interest to support the itics for decades, and their service has not rely on the wisdom, leadership and service arts and education. gone unnoticed. Doris Porth was the Custer from the Disabled American Veterans to assist More than 2/3rds of voters oppose the elimi- Country Treasurer for 32 years, and had a and build our community; and nation of public broadcasting, and the Amer- long tenure as the Republican Party Treasurer Whereas, this unique organization has given ican people are smart enough to know how in Custer County as well. For his part, Melvin of themselves tirelessly and unconditionally to this bill is nothing but a piecemeal attack to- Porth was the Republican Party Chairman for preserve integrity and advocate strongly for wards a larger agenda. two decades, he worked tirelessly in the our disabled veterans and their families; and I would suggest to my Republican col- school district for 18 years, and he owned and Whereas, the Disabled American Veterans leagues that we focus on creating jobs, and operated an equipment rental business. Mr. Chapter 91 continues to serve our county by not on cutting quality news and education to and Mrs. Porth have also been active mem- being the sword and shield of those who millions of Americans. bers of the Custer County Chamber of Com- served our country in the United States mili- merce. The Porth’s civic endeavors continue tary; and as leading contributors to their historical rail- Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the f road district, which is a vibrant and important Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this HONORING MR. ADAM BRATTON part of Westcliffe’s frontier history. The com- day to honor and recognize the Disabled munity outreach of Mr. and Mrs. Porth con- American Veterans Chapter 91 of Decatur, HON. BRIAN HIGGINS tinues due in part to their active faith life as Georgia for their outstanding service to our OF NEW YORK leaders within their church. District; Mr. Speaker, Doris and Melvin Porth rep- Now Therefore, I, Henry C. ‘‘Hank’’ John- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES resent the finest our state has to offer in terms son, Jr. do hereby proclaim March 20, 2011 Tuesday, March 29, 2011 of civic responsibility and patriotism. The as Disabled American Veterans Chapter 91 Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Porths have given decades of their time to the Day in the 4th Congressional District. pay tribute to the three and a half years of Proclaimed, this 20th day of March, 2011. community and their political party for the ben- service given from Mr. Adam Bratton, the out- efit of others. Mr. and Mrs. Porth are a shining f going Executive Director of the Robert H. example of selflessness, and it has been an PROHIBITING FEDERAL FUNDING Jackson Center. Under the direction of Mr. honor to rise and pay tribute to these wonder- OF NATIONAL PUBLIC RADIO Bratton the Jackson Center has seen many in- ful people. novations and improvements bringing the f SPEECH OF Jackson Center into the international commu- nity. ‘‘JIM LANGEVIN SPEAKS OUT FOR HON. GWEN MOORE Through new social media innovations Mr. FAIRNESS’’ OF WISCONSIN Bratton has ushered the Jackson Center into IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a new realm of possibilities. He has created HON. BARNEY FRANK Thursday, March 17, 2011 an international constituency with hundreds of OF MASSACHUSETTS Ms. MOORE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thousands of individuals. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Bratton is responsible for increasing the speak out against efforts to cut federal funding Tuesday, March 29, 2011 for public broadcasting. donor base tremendously. During his service Republicans already tried to kill Big Bird in the Jackson Center raised over $2 million and Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, H.R. 1, but since the American People won’t the number of donors has increased by 75%. our colleague, the gentleman from Rhode Is- let Big Bird die, here we go again. Adding to his successes, the number of an- land, Mr. LANGEVIN, recently wrote a cogent, This time, NPR has been singled out as nual individual gifts has increased by more heartfelt article published in the Providence their target. than 100% over the past three years. Journal calling on his former colleagues in the H.R. 1076 is a reckless bill that would de- The board of directors has also grown Rhode Island Legislature to allow people of fend NPR and prohibit public radio stations stronger and more involved in the Jackson the same sex to marry. That is, Representa- from using federal funds to acquire any radio Center. Many nationally known and respected tive LANGEVIN urges that his State join those programming from any source. individuals have been added to work together that allow individuals who love someone of the It would endanger 9,000 jobs at local public and make this establishment thrive. same sex to have that love treated with the re- radio stations in communities across the coun- We are truly blessed to have such strong in- spect—and legal equality—that it deserves. try. dividuals that work tirelessly to make our world As our colleague notes, he has for some It would cripple stations like WOJB-FM, a a better place. Mr. Bratton is one of those time felt that civil unions were the appropriate community radio in Hayward, Wisconsin that people and that is why Mr. Speaker I rise in forum in which people of the same sex could uses CPB money for about 40% of its budget. tribute to him today. express their love for each other in a legally

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While I Tuesday, March 29, 2011 greatly valued his thoughtful and balanced zens, and his urging ‘‘all Rhode Islanders to perspective, my father was certainly no so- Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay honor our State’s founding principles of toler- cial activist. He was just an ordinary man tribute to the life of heroic Sandusky, Ohio po- ance and freedom’’ is an example of his cou- who had grown up through the civil-rights lice officer Andrew Dunn. This past Friday, rageous commitment to that principle for all movement and always believed it was fun- March 25, Officer Dunn, age 30, Badge people. damentally unjust to treat people differently #2083, was laid to rest in his hometown. His Mr. Speaker, I ask that JIM LANGEVIN’s com- because of their race. When I told him I had beloved wife Julie and young children Caleb, pelling argument on behalf of the legalization decided to support the non-discrimination legislation, he expressed his pride in my de- 2, and infant Conner, his parents, friends and of same-sex marriage be printed here. neighbors were joined by thousands of citi- [From the Providence Journal, Mar. 5, 2011] cision because it showed that I viewed issues of fairness and justice as he did. And he was zens of all ages, hundreds of police officers JIM LANGEVIN: NOW IS THE TIME TO REDEFINE convinced that, in the same way racial dis- from near and far, and the Sandusky police MARRIAGE IN R.I. crimination became a shameful part of our force to honor his last call. (By Jim Langevin) history, one day our nation would look back Citizens who gathered formed a vanguard Throughout my career in public service, I in disbelief at a time when we denied our fel- for America as their hearts united in deep have strongly opposed discrimination based low citizens basic civil rights based on their gratitude as well as deep mourning. No words on sexual orientation at both the state and sexual orientation. I now believe that day is federal level, co-sponsoring the Employment within our reach. would capture the solemnity of the occasion Non-Discrimination Act and hate crimes leg- nor the weight of loss all who knew Officer islation, and supporting efforts to repeal the As the General Assembly considers this Dunn carry. important topic, I ask lawmakers and all military’s ‘‘don’t ask, don’t tell’’ policy. Praised as a loving husband, father, son, While those topics have been controversial, Rhode Islanders to honor our state’s found- ing principles of tolerance and freedom and and friend, officer Dunn represented the very they never elicited the intensely passionate finest of citizens in our nation. He laid down and emotional debate that occurred as our to support marriage equality in our state. nation began struggling with the question of It’s time to do the right thing. his life for us, said those who spoke at the same-sex marriage. For many years, I sup- service, negotiating the thin blue line of free- ported civil unions as a reasonable way to f dom. achieve consensus on a divisive issue, pro- His comrades offered tributes and prayed in viding rights and protections to same-sex TED STRICKLAND TRIBUTE one voice the Policeman’s Prayer: couples while respecting the deeply held be- Lord I ask you for courage liefs of those not comfortable with the idea Courage to face and conquer my own fears of marriage rights. Courage to take me where others will not go Then, three years ago, I attended the com- HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON I ask for strength mitment ceremony of a longtime staff mem- OF COLORADO ber and his partner of nine years. Before Strength of body to protect others their friends and family, they professed their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES And strength of spirit to lead others love, commitment and respect for each I ask for dedication other. Their sentiments were just as moving, Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Dedication to my job to do it well heartfelt and sincere as any of the vows I Dedication to my family to love them well had heard at other weddings, yet I realized Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Dedication to my community to serve it well that their union would not be treated the recognize Ted Strickland, one of Colorado’s and keep it safe same under the law. That difference struck most prominent statesmen. Mr. Strickland, Give me Lord, concern for others who trust me as fundamentally unjust, and I began to originally of Austin, Texas, was a Colorado me challenge the wisdom of creating separate And compassion for those who need me state Representative, Senator and Lieutenant And Lord through it all, Be beside me categories of rights for certain groups of citi- Governor in a political career that lasted for zens. I began to see that civil unions fell In honored memory of Andrew S. Dunn, short of the equality I believed that same- well over two decades. His lengthy tenure in public office is a testament to his adoration for March 11, 1981—March 19, 2011. Rest in sex couples deserved. Peace, good and faithful public servant. As the debate about same-sex marriage Colorado and desire to make it the wonderful continues in Rhode Island and in Wash- state that it is today. f ington, I have taken time to reflect carefully HONORING SFC TAMMY AMARO on my own position. Based on my own expe- Though Mr. Strickland did not grow up in riences and my firm belief that all Ameri- Colorado, it did not take long for him to make FOR THIRTY YEARS OF DEDI- cans should be treated equally under the law, it his permanent home. After working for an oil CATED SERVICE TO THE UNITED I am now convinced that affording full mar- well information firm following college in Okla- STATES ARMY riage equality rights to same-sex couples is homa, he decided to run for a position in the the only fair and responsible approach for state legislature. He was a popular candidate HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI both Rhode Island and the nation. If our na- and rose quickly within the Republican Party. tion expects to provide equal protection to OF ILLINOIS all, then our civic institutions must reflect He held numerous leadership positions, in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that noble goal. cluding his service as Senate President for As a U.S. representative, I take seriously nine years. Tuesday, March 29, 2011 my constitutional responsibility to protect While in office his priority was to strengthen Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the rights and liberties of our citizens. Mar- extend my most sincere congratulations and riage equality is consistent with that view the state economy by advancing conservative economic principles. He fought for lower thanks to SFC Tammy Amaro, a constituent of because it safeguards basic civil rights and mine, who retired on January 1, 2011 after provides appropriate legal protections so taxes, a balanced budget, and less govern- that all loving and committed couples may ment spending. thirty years of service in the United States Army. On behalf of the residents of Illinois’ 3rd care for each other. At the same time, our His popularity as a state senator led to his nation’s fundamental freedom of religion District, I am grateful to have the opportunity dictates that religious institutions should be nomination as Lieutenant Governor under to thank her for devoting her career to the allowed to define marriage as they deem ap- John David Vanderhoof. As the state’s 39th U.S. Army and the defense of our nation. propriate. The marriage-equality legislation Lieutenant Governor, he was instrumental in Recruited at the age of 17 by her future before the General Assembly respects the im- the success of Governor Vanderhoof’s admin- husband, then-PFC Frank Amaro, on Decem- portant separation of church and state by istration. ber 10, 1980, she immediately demonstrated not requiring religious institutions to change any of their practices or standards Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Ted her potential and quickly advanced. Her two relating to marriage. Strickland today. His impact can still be felt in promotions during her first assignment in the The members of the General Assembly now Colorado and his devotion to the state is truly Adjutant General’s office demonstrated her have a historic opportunity. As a former exemplary. outstanding leadership abilities. When she

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Additionally, John was the Chairman of PolTV service will have a unifying effect for Fort Benjamin Harrison; this honor was fol- the Registrar of Voters in 1959. He then the Polish-American community. By providing lowed by ten other awards. Her decorations, served as Quincy City Clerk from 1959–1992. daily news from news channels operating in including the National Defense Service Ribbon John was elected Norfolk County Commis- Poland, PolTV will increase Polish-Americans’ and the Armed Forces Reserve Medal, show sioner in 1992, a position he holds to this day. access to personally relevant international a rare level of dedication to our nation. John is also an active member of his com- news, thereby helping them to cultivate strong Shortly after returning from Advanced Indi- munity. He served as Clerk of the Quincy City cultural, familial and community relationships. vidual Training at Fort Benjamin Harrison, Council from 1959–1992; Chairman of the Li- As a Polish-American and Co-Chair of the Pol- SFC Amaro was promoted to the rank of Ser- censing Board from 1963–1992, and currently ish-American Caucus, I am very excited about geant on November 1, 1982. She dedicated serves as Trustee at the Norfolk Agricultural the possibilities for PolTV in the future. 13 years of service, eight active, in the 86th School, a position he has held since 1992. He Please join me in honoring Intercom Ven- ARCOM before being promoted to Staff Ser- is a member of the Quincy High School Ath- tures for creating PolTV, a responsible com- geant and transferring to the 85th Training Di- letic Hall of Fame, and is Grand Knight at the munity-driven company for the Polish-Amer- vision in Arlington Heights in 1993. Ave Maria Knights of Columbus. ican population. I am confident that it will suc- Not only has SFC Amaro been selfless in Known for his quick sense of humor and for cessfully provide excellent services for immi- her service to this country, she simultaneously his loyalty to his friends, John has had the grants for many years to come. managed the competing demands of mother- good fortune to be married to his wife, Violet, hood. In 1996, she transferred away from ac- for fifty-nine years. They are the proud parents tive duty to the Individual Ready Reserve so of two children and three grandchildren. f she could be home full time to care for her Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct honor to take HAMMOND SPORTS HALL OF FAME daughters Christina, Catherine, and Jac- the floor of the House today to join with the 2011 INDUCTION BANQUET queline. She then returned to the Army Re- family, friends, and contemporaries of John M. serves four years later to serve another ten Gillis to thank him for his remarkable service years before retirement. to his hometown of Quincy, Massachusetts, HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY In that time, she served as the Senior and to the United States of America. OF INDIANA Human Resource NCO for the 1st Brigade, f 85th Division at Fort Sheridan, and as the Op- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES erations NCO for the Emergency Operations HONORING POLTV, A NEW CHI- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Center for the 416th Theater Engineer Com- CAGO-BASED TELEVISION SERV- mand in Darien, Illinois. On December 10, ICE FOR POLISH-AMERICANS Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with 2010, exactly thirty years from her recruitment great sincerity and admiration that I offer con- date, SFC Amaro completed her last day of HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI gratulations to several of Hammond’s most service, marking twenty years of active duty noteworthy athletes, as well as to others who OF ILLINOIS and ten years in the reserves. have contributed to the legacy of Hammond’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES If SFC Amaro’s military career were not athletic programs. On Tuesday, March 8, enough of an achievement on its own, she Tuesday, March 29, 2011 2011, the Hammond Sports Hall of Fame hon- ored eight new inductees at its annual Induc- has been a devoted mother of three, engaged Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in tion Banquet, which was held at the Hammond in her community and children’s schools, and recognition of PolTV, a new television service Civic Center in Hammond, Indiana. The Ham- remained an active parishioner at St. that will broadcast live news, entertainment, mond Sports Hall of Fame was established in Leonard’s church in Berwyn, Illinois. and sports programming straight from Poland 1987 to recognize and honor individuals for Please join me in thanking SFC Amaro for into the homes of Poles living in America and their significant contributions to Hammond’s a career of service to the United States and abroad. The service, provided by Chicago- distinguished sports legacy. These eight indi- wishing her a long and happy retirement. She based Intercom Ventures LLC, will help con- viduals are an admirable group, composed of is truly an inspiration and a great American. I nect Polish emigrant communities throughout former athletes, coaches, and elected officials am proud to have SFC Amaro as a constituent the world with their native Poland. and a fellow resident of the 3rd District. who have excelled in their athletic pursuits or PolTV will be the first platform to feature supported Hammond sports and athletics in an f programming from both major Polish networks, extraordinary manner. TVN and TVP. The service will initially broad- IN HONOR OF JOHN M. GILLIS OF cast 15 Polish channels, including TVN Inter- At this year’s induction ceremony, the Ham- QUINCY, MA national, and will offer over 20 channels within mond Sports Hall of Fame recognized and the first 60 days of launch. TVN International honored the 2011 inductees. The individuals HON. STEPHEN F. LYNCH provides news and entertainment designed for who have so deservingly earned this high honor are: Thomas McDermott, Sr., Marty OF MASSACHUSETTS Poles living abroad and features popular Pol- Jakubowski, Frank Carroll, Tom Burns, Jeff IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ish films, TV shows, and documentaries. As Intercom Ventures’ third ethnic television prod- Yelton, Carla Eskridge Rogers, David M. Wil- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 uct, PolTV follows ShiqpTV, which provides helm, and Bill Atkins. Mr. LYNCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in programming for Albanians living abroad, and Hammond is very fortunate to have pro- honor of John M. Gillis, in recognition of his BosnaTV, which provides the same service for duced such a rich tradition of excellence outstanding contributions to his hometown of Bosnian emigrants. PolTV’s innovative plat- among its athletes, coaches, and supporters. Quincy, Massachusetts, and to commend him form offers high definition television, video on In unique ways, the Class of 2011 inductees for over fifty years of dedicated service to his demand, and various internet applications. have made extraordinary contributions and community. Founders Drilon Qehaja and Tony Hoti are have added to Hammond’s rich sports herit- John was born on May 16, 1925, in Quincy, two American immigrants from Kosovo who age. Massachusetts. He graduated from Quincy embody the American entrepreneurial spirit. Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my other High School in 1942, where he served as cap- Following the Kosovo War, Qehaja started a distinguished colleagues join me in congratu- tain of his football team. Subsequent to his Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) long dis- lating these outstanding individuals. Along with graduation, John enlisted in the United States tance phone company that enabled sub- the current members of the Hammond Sports Marine Corp. He served with distinction in the scribers to connect with family and friends, Hall of Fame, these new inductees have made South Pacific during World War II from 1943– providing a much needed sense of normalcy a significant contribution to the continued ex- 1946. Upon completion of his service, John in the war-torn nation. At age 20, Hoti became cellence of Hammond athletics, and I am very enrolled at Northeastern University, graduating the youngest financial advisor at the firm AG proud to represent them in Washington, DC.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:34 Mar 30, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K29MR8.005 E29MRPT1 tjames on DSKG8SOYB1PROD with REMARKS E540 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 29, 2011 IN REMEMBRANCE OF RALPH Mr. Hughes’s office is highly regarded and tional Association to recognize excellent work WARREN GOEHRING is considered one of the top clerk’s offices in done by a credit union to advance youth finan- the State of North Carolina. For his work with cial literacy. Especially given the current state HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH the N.C. Courts Commission, the N.C. Judicial of the economy, it is critically important that OF OHIO Council, and as President of the N.C. Clerks our young people learn the necessary skills to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Association, his reputation is known through- make wise financial decisions. out the State. He is also distinguished as one I am proud to say that Travis Credit Union, Tuesday, March 29, 2011 the few clerks in the State who is also an at- which is based in Vacaville, California, in my Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in torney. congressional district, is a most deserving re- remembrance of Ralph Warren Goehring, a His legacy in the Yancey County Commu- cipient of this award. Travis Credit Union has loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. nity will not be forgotten. I am grateful to have worked with a number of other groups in our Mr. Goehring’s strong passion for education dedicated and hard working people like Mr. community to establish the Money Matters and dedication to hard-work benefited many in Hughes as public servants in Western North Program, which provides financial literacy edu- the community. Carolina. cation, custodial bank accounts, and personal Mr. Goehring was raised in Pittsburgh, and I ask my colleagues to join me today in rec- financial mentors for foster youth ages 15 to graduated from Indiana University of Pennsyl- ognizing the exceptional career of Mr. F. War- 17. After completion of the Money Matters vania and Penn State University. He served ren Hughes, Clerk of Superior Court for classes, the youths open Travis Credit Union as a Marine during World War II in the Pacific Yancey County. savings accounts with a modest balance. This and was subsequently awarded several med- f important program is of great benefit to these als for his brave service. young people as they work to become suc- IN RECOGNITION OF THE COUNCIL Mr. Goehring moved to Lorain in 1952 and cessful, independent adults. ON AMERICAN-ISLAMIC RELA- became a social studies teacher. He taught for The Money Matters Program is just one of TIONS NINTH ANNUAL CIVIL 31 years at Lorain High School and Haw- Travis Credit Union’s many efforts to provide RIGHTS BANQUET thorne Jr. High School in Lorain. He was best financial education to our community and its known for teaching a special course called young people. The credit union has done an ‘‘Problems of Democracy.’’ Throughout his ca- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH excellent job of ensuring that members of our reer, he also served as a leader for the Lorain OF OHIO community receive the financial knowledge Education Association. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that they need to make smart decisions and to As an educator and a strong proponent of Tuesday, March 29, 2011 avoid some of the pitfalls that have caused so labor rights, Mr. Goehring led the fight for col- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to much hardship through the ongoing financial lective bargaining rights before Ohio passed recognize the Council on American-Islamic crisis. laws protecting those rights. When the school Relations (CAIR) Ohio Chapter on the occa- I ask my colleagues to join me in congratu- district fired all the strikers, Goehring reas- sion of their Ninth Annual Civil Rights Banquet lating Travis Credit Union for receiving the sured his colleagues that the district could not entitled ‘‘Carrying the Legacy: Advancing with Desjardins Youth Financial Education Award, replace 900 workers. Sure enough, with Ralph Confidence.’’ and I urge financial institutions across the Goering’s strong leadership and perseverance CAIR is a nationwide, nonprofit organization country to look to Travis Credit Union as an for justice, the workers won their jobs back. As whose mission is to ‘‘enhance the under- example. one friend recounted, Ralph ‘‘felt that collec- standing of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect f tive bargaining made things better in Lorain for civil liberties, empower American Muslims and IN HONOR OF THE HOTZ CAFE´ the students, teachers and district.’’ build coalitions that promote justice and mu- After retiring, Ralph worked with the Internal tual understanding.’’ For the past nine years, Revenue Service in Cleveland and he used CAIR Ohio has played an instrumental role in HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH the skills he learned there to help seniors with helping to bridge the divides between Greater OF OHIO their taxes in Lorain. He also served as a re- Cleveland’s diverse communities. CAIR Ohio’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tiree executive member of the North Eastern Ninth Annual Banquet will provide a platform Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Ohio Education Association, where he worked for vibrant discourse led by this year’s distin- as an editor for their newsletters. Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to guished speakers: Chip Pitts Esq., of Stanford honor the Hotz Cafe´, which after 92 years of Mr. Goehring is survived by his wife, three Law School, Oxford University and the Bill of children, two grandsons, two step-grand- service is closing their doors. The patrons and Rights Defense Committee and Kareem Irfan, loyal customers of this fine establishment will daughters and five step-great-grandchildren. Esq. President of the Council of Religious Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me remember the service and memories that the Leaders of Metropolitan Chicago. I commend Hotz Cafe´ offered. in remembering Ralph Warren Goehring, these speakers for their efforts to promote civil whose legacy of professionalism, service to Hotz Cafe´ was founded on the corner of liberties and social justice. Starkweather Avenue and West 10th Street in the community and determination for justice Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me 1919 by John Hotz Sr. John, a Russian immi- will forever stand as an example of what it in recognizing the Council on American-Is- grant, wished to open the cafe´ to serve as a means to be a community leader. lamic Relations Ohio Chapter for their eight place of comfort, relaxation and comradery for f years of outstanding achievement. May their fellow immigrants and industrial workers. This efforts to promote dialogue and create a more HONORING MR. F. WARREN establishment quickly became a favorite of all inclusive world continue to endure. HUGHES FOR HIS SERVICE TO the area’s workers and was also seen as a YANCEY COUNTY f home away from home. When the Prohibition CONGRATULATIONS TO TRAVIS Era commenced, the Hotz Cafe´ continued as HON. HEATH SHULER CREDIT UNION ON RECEIVING a speakeasy and became well known for its OF NORTH CAROLINA THE DESJARDINS YOUTH FINAN- famous patrons, such as Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CIAL EDUCATION AWARD Elliot Ness and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. When the Great Depression struck, John Hotz Tuesday, March 29, 2011 HON. GEORGE MILLER saw an opportunity to assist those who were Mr. SHULER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to less fortunate and consistently gave out bread OF CALIFORNIA honor Mr. F. Warren Hughes for his 27 years to those families who were downtrodden. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of service to Yancey County. The dawn of the 50s ushered in a new era After graduating law school, Mr. Hughes Tuesday, March 29, 2011 for the Hotz Cafe´. John Sr.’s sons, Andrew began his professional career as an attorney Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. and Mike took control of their father’s busi- before being appointed to fill the vacant posi- Speaker, I rise to congratulate Travis Credit ness. Andrew strived to ensure that his fa- tion as Clerk of Superior Court for Yancey Union on receiving the Desjardins Youth Fi- ther’s legacy lived on. During this era, the cafe´ County in 1984. Through his 27 years of pub- nancial Education Award earlier this month remained a favored place of leisure among the lic service, he has successfully been elected here in Washington, DC. working class. In addition to their devotion to each term and has only been challenged The Desjardins Youth Financial Education the cafe´, the sons’ family began to expand. once. Award is given out by the Credit Union Na- Andrew’s wife Betty opened up a beauty salon

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For over tion’s children sent gifts and correspondence in wishing him a happy 90th birthday. 90 years, this establishment provided the to military units in Iraq and Afghanistan. The f Tremont community with a welcoming and Church in the Woods has also been a popular hospitable environment for the community’s location for private, intimate wedding cere- IN RECOGNITION OF JAMES J. enjoyment. monies. GNEW f At the end of March, Parma Park Reform Church will host its final service. The con- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH HONORING MS. BRIDGETTE DIXON gregation intends to continue its services OF OHIO THURMAN through other nearby churches. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me Tuesday, March 29, 2011 HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. in honoring Parma Park Reform Church. Its OF GEORGIA presence will be sorely missed; however, I Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have no doubt that its mission will live on. We recognition of James J. Gnew, a praiseworthy need only look to the words written on every individual who has devoted his life to uphold- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Sunday worship bulletin: ‘‘Our Service has ing the law and defending the lives and Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I ended; our Worship continues.’’ wellbeing of the citizens of Cleveland. submit the following Proclamation: f James’ service to others began early in his Whereas, in the Fourth Congressional Dis- life. In 1966, James joined the Army to serve trict of Georgia, there are many individuals WISHING OLIVER (OLLIE) SPERAW his country in Vietnam. After leaving the Army, who are called to contribute to the needs of A HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY he joined the Cleveland Police Department, our community through leadership and serv- extending his service to the community at ice; and HON. DANIEL E. LUNGREN large. He was noted for his superb talents as Whereas, Ms. Bridgette Dixon Thurman has OF CALIFORNIA an officer of the law and in 1978 he was cho- answered that call by giving of herself as an IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sen to be a part of a high risk tactical division educator at Dunaire Elementary, and as a be- which would eventually become the Cleveland Tuesday, March 29, 2011 loved daughter, mother and friend; and SWAT team. Whereas, Ms. Thurman has been chosen as Mr. DANIEL E. LUNGREN of California. Mr. His tenure as a valued member of the the 2011 Teacher of the Year, representing Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor SWAT team is filled with numerous achieve- Dunaire Elementary school; and an old friend, Oliver (Ollie) Speraw, who on ments. Throughout his career he conducted Whereas, this phenomenal woman has March 26, 2011 turned 90 years of age. Ollie over 400 high risk operations. One such inci- shared her time and talents for the betterment has lived a life full of notable accomplishments dent occurred on January 4th, 1984. James of our community and our nation through her where he became a captain of industry and a led his team in successfully defusing a hos- tireless works, motivational speeches and humble public servant. tage scenario at Cleveland’s Hopkins Inter- words of wisdom; and Ollie grew up in Long Beach after moving national Airport. James handled the situation Whereas, Ms. Thurman is a virtuous there at a young age with his family from Min- exceptionally well. In recognition of his acts of woman, a courageous woman and a fearless nesota. As a young man Ollie worked in a heroism, he received numerous awards includ- leader who has shared her vision, talents and number of different trades and contributed to ing a Silver Star, 3 Medals of Heroism, a passion to help ensure that our children, re- the early war effort, riveting P–38s, before fi- Medal of Valor and the Ohio Tactical Officers ceive an education that is relevant not only for nally coming of age to enlist in the Army Air Association Lifetime Achievement award. today, but well into the future, as she truly un- Corps and serve during WW2. After returning James is also a caring husband and father. derstands that our children are the future; and home he entered the Real Estate Business, He loves his wife Cheryl dearly, and his three Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the starting Sparrow Reality, and became one of children are always in James’ thoughts. Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this the original pioneers of Century 21 Real Es- Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me day to honor and recognize Ms. Bridgette tate. Throughout his life, Ollie has been ac- in honoring James J. Gnew, whose life and Dixon Thurman for her leadership and service tively involved in his home town of Long legacy will always be cherished by the Cleve- for our District and in recognition of this sin- Beach and the surrounding region, partici- land community. James has been a diligent gular honor as 2011 Teacher of the Year at pating in multiple organizations such as the and vital asset to the Cleveland community Dunaire Elementary School; Long Beach Jaycees, Oceanside Chamber of and he will always be honored and remem- Now therefore, I, Henry C. ‘‘Hank’’ Johnson, Commerce and the Oceanside Rotary. In bered by those he serves. Jr. do hereby proclaim March 23, 2011 as Ms. 1954, he began his first position in civilian f Bridgette Dixon Thurman Day in the 4th Con- public service as a member of the Long Beach gressional District. Water Board, and served there until 1969. CONGRATULATIONS TO MR. LANCE Proclaimed, this 23rd day of March, 2011. Ollie was inspired by Ronald Reagan, Califor- O. DIEHL f nia’s Governor at the time, and his message of an efficient, cost-cutting government. He HON. LOU BARLETTA IN HONOR OF THE PARMA PARK subsequently volunteered for one of the Gov- OF PENNSYLVANIA REFORMED CHURCH ernor’s citizen committees. Out of this inspira- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion, Ollie became more active in politics, HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH which led him to become a Board Member on Tuesday, March 29, 2011 OF OHIO the 31st Senate District Republican Central Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Committee, of which I was also a member at honor and acknowledge Mr. Lance O. Diehl of the time. Ollie moved on to win his first elec- Millville being named the Columbia-Montour Tuesday, March 29, 2011 tion in 1979, where he joined the California Council of the Boy Scouts of America’s 2011 Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in State Senate and served there until 1984. Distinguished Citizen. honor and recognition of Parma Park Re- While in the Senate he gained a reputation as Mr. Diehl is a longtime resident of North- formed Church, also known as the ‘‘Church in a protector of the taxpayer who sought to eastern Pennsylvania. He graduated from Mill- the Woods,’’ which will be closing its doors fol- make government leaner, effective and more ville High School in 1984, and graduated lowing fifty years of ministry. efficient. Californians who have a little red Magna Cum Laude from Bloomsburg Univer- The congregation of Parma Park Reformed organ donor sticker on their Drivers Licenses sity in 1988. In 1990, he earned his Master’s Church began in 1960. They met in a local can be reminded daily of just a small piece of Degree in Business Administration from Le- grade school until the Church in the Woods his legislative legacy. high University, and in 1993, he graduated was constructed in 1962. Since then, the con- Ollie served his country with honor in World from the Stonier Graduate School of Banking. gregation has been deeply involved in the War II, helped pioneer one of the largest em- In the past, Mr. Diehl has served on the

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Joseph for his greatly de- Mr. Diehl serves on the boards of the Millville cigarettes from the marketplace would benefit served promotion to Assistant Adjutant Gen- Mutual Insurance Company, the Millville Com- the public health.’’ Rather than accept eral of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. munity Alliance, and the Pennsylvania Bank- TPSAC’s report as an unbiased call to action, f ers Association. He is vice chairman of the we are faced with the same controversy that Columbia Alliance for Economic Growth, and should have been corrected more than a year INTRODUCTION OF H.R. 804 the president and CEO of First Columbia Bank ago. & Trust Co. and CCFNB Bancorp. The people deserve a government free from HON. BOB FILNER Mr. Diehl has always been dedicated to his the appearance of impropriety. They have en- OF CALIFORNIA community. In 1995, Mr. Diehl was the co- trusted the members of this Chamber, as well IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES chair of the Little Fishing Creek Swimming as officials appointed within the Administration, Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Pool Renovations. In 1999, he was the co- to enforce the law even-handedly and to en- Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, in September chair of the Columbia County United Way gage in policy decisions unencumbered by 2010, Operation Iraqi Freedom was renamed Campaign. Mr. Diehl has always enjoyed conflicts of interest, personal biases, or uneth- Operation New Dawn. coaching the youth of our community. He has ical predispositions. To this effect, I introduced, H.R. 804, legis- held coaching positions with Millville Boys Var- The only solution is for FDA to reject the lation that would ensure that military service in sity Basketball, Millville Boys & Girls Junior recommendation of TPSAC and appoint new, Operation New Dawn continues to be consid- High Basketball, Millville Boys and Girls Ele- unbiased members to the committee in order ered service in a theater of operations, for pur- mentary Basketball, Little League, and AYSO to carry out the purpose of the Family Smok- poses of eligibility for veterans’ hospital and Soccer. Mr. Diehl is an active member of Mill- ing Prevention and Tobacco Control Act. The nursing home care and medical services ville United Methodist Church, serving on var- FDA owes the people a fair and untarnished ious committees and acting as a Sunday through the Department of Veterans Affairs. recommendation on this important issue and I Our nation’s brave men and women have School teacher. call on the FDA to take appropriate measures Mr. Speaker, Mr. Diehl has been an active fought together hand in hand in the war to remedy TPSAC’s inane report and conclu- against terror, and many of them are experi- and dedicated member of our community. He sions. has taken a role as a humanitarian and men- encing multiple and extended deployments in tor. His service has helped many of his neigh- f support of Iraq and Afghanistan. bors and guided many of our youth. Mr. CONGRATULATIONS TO GENERAL When they return home, we must make cer- Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in JAMES R. JOSEPH tain that veterans would not be denied access congratulating Mr. Lance O. Diehl on being to certain programs because of the way the named the Columbia-Montour Council of the HON. LOU BARLETTA law is currently written. Boy Scouts of America’s 2011 Distinguished I urge my colleagues to support this impor- OF PENNSYLVANIA Citizen. tant legislation. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f f Tuesday, March 29, 2011 TOBACCO PRODUCTS SCIENTIFIC OVERREACHING ACTIONS OF ADVISORY COMMITTEE Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT honor and acknowledge Major General James R. Joseph and congratulate him on his recent HON. TIMOTHY V. JOHNSON HON. VIRGINIA FOXX promotion to Assistant Adjutant General— OF ILLINOIS OF NORTH CAROLINA Army, Pennsylvania, National Guard, Joint IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Force Headquarters, Pennsylvania. Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Mr. Joseph, or ‘‘Jimmy Joe,’’ as I know him, Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I rise again today enlisted as a soldier in 1971 to begin his mili- Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, while to call attention to a significant conflict of inter- tary career. He graduated from basic training being later to the effort than my good friend est within the Tobacco Products Scientific Ad- at Fort Dix, New Jersey, and obtained his ad- Congressman RON PAUL, many of you know visory Committee (TPSAC)—a conflict that vanced individual training as a military police- that I have long expressed concerns about the can and should cast doubt on its recent report man at Fort Gordon, Georgia. General Joseph sometimes overreaching actions of federal law to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) re- completed a tour of duty in Vietnam, where he enforcement, especially as they interact with garding the effect of menthol cigarettes on the was assigned to the 716th Military Police Bat- American citizens. public health. talion. He finished his active duty tour at Fort Most law enforcement officials in this coun- Last year, I submitted a statement for the Polk, Louisiana, with the 258th Military Police try are highly ethical with a strong desire to Record referencing a Boston Globe article en- Company. serve the effort to keep our country and our titled ‘‘FDA Lax on Conflicts of Interest,’’ and But General Joseph did not stop serving our communities safe. Unfortunately, as in any I’m saddened to see that this problem con- country. He joined the Pennsylvania Army Na- profession, there are some people who do not tinues to this day at the FDA. Since the FDA tional Guard in 1974 and was assigned to be uphold those standards. announced the nine voting members of a combat engineer with Company C, 876th Those concerns are a principal reason why TPSAC, questions have surfaced regarding fi- Engineer Battalion. Currently, General Joseph the Bill of Rights was passed. Those concerns nancial and ethical conflicts of interest among serves as the primary advisor to the Adjutant should also hold a primary place in our think- several of the members. Rather than inves- General for all joint logistics matters, including ing as we vote on legislation. tigate the alleged conflicts and eliminate the commodity and material management, prop- This issue came closer to home for me as shadow of doubt looming over the committee, erty and personnel movement, storage and two constituents, one a U.S. citizen, were ar- the FDA has stood idly by as these conflicts distribution, and defense movement coordina- rested by federal law enforcement officials this have festered and threatened to undermine tion, including the acquisition and sustainment month, accused of violating a law that doesn’t the very purpose TPSAC was formed to serve. of unique equipment used by National Guard exist. My office attempted to get information Several members appointed to TPSAC have units in homeland defense, civil support, and about their arrest. We were denied information substantial financial interests at stake in the counterdrug operations. He has oversight of about which agency had arrested them, where decisions rendered by the Committee. One the Eastern Army Aviation Training Site, 166th they were being held, and the charges against member is an active consultant to drug com- Regional Training Institute, and the Medical them. panies that manufacture smoking cessation Battalion Training Site. All of the charges against them were products. Another member stands to make Mr. Speaker, General Joseph has dedicated dropped just eight days later after a federal money on a patented new smoking cessation his life to serving our country. His family has judge reviewed the evidence and determined drug. Both of these members have also testi- made sacrifices as he committed himself to that no crime had been committed. The cost fied against tobacco companies in several protecting our freedom and keeping our citi- to my constituents was in the tens of thou- legal proceedings. The conflicts could not be zens safe. His courage and commitment is sands of dollars. They are still being threat- clearer. something to be greatly respected and hon- ened with the forfeiture of property.

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Many do not pay taxes while IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES able to their experience in military service or many others are receiving monetary benefits to their return to civilian society without having from the government. Tuesday, March 29, 2011 had appropriate transitional supports. It is reprehensible that our federal law en- Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Mr. VA reports that approximately 1,500 home- forcement would falsely and recklessly arrest Speaker, Taiwan is one of the most geologi- less veterans are from Operation Enduring one of our own citizens who owns a small cally sensitive regions of the world and they Freedom and Operation New Dawn. This is a business, pays taxes, and employs other are keenly aware of their vulnerability to the growing population. It took roughly a decade Americans, while allowing lawbreakers from various threats of accelerating global environ- for the lives of Vietnam veterans to unravel to other countries to openly flaunt their violation mental change. the point that they started showing up among of our laws. American citizens are not being Taiwan recognizes that the climate system the homeless. served when the priorities of the federal gov- is a shared resource whose stability can be af- Concern has been expressed by many that ernment are so twisted. fected by industrial and other emissions of such an early showing of more recent vet- carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. erans in the homeless population does not f For these reasons, Taiwan would be a con- bode well. It is also believed that the intense structive member of the global organizations repeated deployments leave newer veterans INTRODUCTION OF H.R. 805 of the United Nations (UN) through its Frame- particularly vulnerable. work Convention on Climate Change We know the Department of Veterans Af- HON. BOB FILNER (UNFCCC). As a member of UNFCCC, Tai- fairs has many programs to address currently wan will be able to contribute their skills and homeless veterans, and they do a great job. OF CALIFORNIA experiences to the world community such as However, the most important piece to ending IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gathering and sharing information on green- homelessness among the Nation’s veteran Tuesday, March 29, 2011 house gas emissions, national policies and population is to prevent it in the first place. best practices, providing financial and techno- It is unacceptable that even one of our vet- Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, there are not logical support to developing countries and erans sleep on the streets or in shelters after many of us who have not heard of the horrific preparing for adaptations to the impacts of cli- risking their lives on behalf of this country. battleground stories experienced by our young mate change. My legislation, H.R. 806, will go a long way men and women who have served in Oper- Since 2008, Taiwan’s new administration in strengthening our efforts to ultimately end ation New Dawn and Operation Enduring has proactively engaged in many UN activi- homelessness. Freedom. These stories reveal a gruesome ties. In 2009, UN member states for the first This bill increases funding to successful pro- and difficult war in which servicemembers time accepted Taiwan as an official observer grams for homeless veterans; requires each often sustain long lasting emotional and phys- for the World Health Assembly. The UN VA medical center that provides supporting ical injuries. Of these injuries, none is more should further consider Taiwan’s inclusion in housing services to provide housing coun- deafening than the amputations undergone by the United Nations’ environmental conventions selors; requires housing counselors to conduct servicemembers as a direct result of the wide- and activities. landlord research; strengthens permanent spread use of roadside bombs otherwise f housing programs, and pays special interest to known as improvised explosive devices the needs of homeless women veterans and (IEDs). END VETERAN HOMELESSNESS homeless veterans with children. This class of injury, which has spiked signifi- The time to act is now. We cannot afford to cantly since the onset of the Operation New HON. BOB FILNER let history repeat itself. Dawn, requires special consideration within OF CALIFORNIA I urge your support of this important legisla- the Department of Veterans Affairs. After re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion. turning home, these individuals must embark f upon extensive rehabilitation and special treat- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 ment to receive a shot at living a normal life, Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, research tells us TRIBUTE TO ELIZABETH TAYLOR and this is why I have introduced H.R. 805. that veterans are over represented in the H.R. 805 instructs the VA to actively inform homeless population. VA is the largest single HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN veterans and educate employees at each VA provider of homeless services reaching about OF CALIFORNIA prosthetics and orthotics clinic of the Injured 25 percent of that population. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES VA operates a wide variety of homeless vet- and Amputee Veterans’ Bill of Rights. In addi- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 tion, this bill requires the VA to monitor and erans programs designed to provide outreach, resolve complaints from injured and amputee supportive services, health care as well as Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, with the pass- veterans alleging mistreatment. counseling and treatment for mental health ing of Elizabeth Taylor last week, America, I believe that this bill will do much to protect and substance use disorders. They rely heav- and the world, lost much more than a great the rights of our injured and amputee vet- ily on their partnerships with the community movie actress, more than a celebrated legend erans, as well as bolster the consistency of and faith based organizations to provide these and cherished celebrity, and more than a prosthetic and orthotic care throughout the VA services. woman of enduring beauty and appeal. health system. Many of VA’s homeless population: We lost a champion fighter for the survival Have had a serious psychiatric problem de- and dignity of those with HIV/AIDS. I urge my colleagues to support this impor- fined as psychosis, mood disorder or PTSD. Of many causes which Elizabeth Taylor em- tant legislation. Were dependent on alcohol and/or drugs. braced, such as her support for the State of Were dually diagnosed with serious psy- Israel and the Jewish people, it was her great f chiatric and substance abuse problems. courage and selfless commitment that defined PERSONAL EXPLANATION Have suffered from a serious medical prob- her work to support every effort to find a cure lem. for HIV/AIDS, and to protect the rights of The number of homeless women veterans is every person living with HIV/AIDS. HON. TODD ROKITA rising. We forget how long and hard the struggle OF INDIANA Prior to becoming homeless, a large number has been—precisely because of the heroic IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of veterans at risk have struggled with PTSD progress that has been made, medically and or have addictions acquired during, or wors- socially, in treating and living with HIV/AIDS. Tuesday, March 29, 2011 ened by, their military service. These condi- It’s hard to remember, but in the early 1980s, Mr. ROKITA. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall 193, I tions can interrupt their ability to keep a job, people knew very little about AIDS. The nation was unavoidably detained. Had I been establish savings, and in some cases, main- went on a publicity roller-coaster, going from present, I would have voted ‘‘no.’’ tain family harmony. complacency to panic and back again.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:34 Mar 30, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29MR8.010 E29MRPT1 tjames on DSKG8SOYB1PROD with REMARKS E544 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 29, 2011 She was among a handful of people in dreams. That is why, during Women’s History ica’s working families together in support of those early days of the epidemic who man- Month each year, I am thinking more about progressive change. It is a dream that ties to- aged to get us to the right level of urgency. our future than about our past. gether her roots in Highlandtown with my own One, obviously, was Surgeon General C. Recently, President Obama, also the father South and West Baltimore heritage: ‘‘Unfortu- Everett Koop. Another was Tony Fauci at NIH. of two daughters, expressed the same per- nately, because of old prejudices and new But many people got their most memorable spective. fears,’’ she observed back in 1970, ‘‘anger is information from an unexpected source—Eliz- ‘‘While enormous progress has been made,’’ generated [within European ethnic commu- abeth Taylor. Beginning with her concern for he observed, ‘‘there is still work to be done nities] against other minority groups rather her friends who were sick, she became an before women achieve true parity.’’ than those who have power. What is needed ambassador for people living with AIDS, for His observation is backed up by ‘‘kitchen is an alliance of white and black, white collar, their doctors, and for AIDS research. When table’’ economics. When women are not treat- blue collar and no collar based upon mutual the Reagan White House was refusing even to ed fairly, their families suffer as a result. need, interdependence and respect—an alli- acknowledge that tens of thousands of Ameri- One would think that the concept of equal ance to develop the strategy for new kinds of cans were sick and dying, she went public. pay for equal work is so American that it community organization and political participa- To those who would shun our fellow citizens would already be a ‘‘done deal’’ in this coun- tion.’’ with HIV/AIDS, Elizabeth Taylor literally em- try. Yet, we know that equal pay is not yet a All Americans are better off for our progress braced them—showing us how to respond to reality. toward achieving BARBARA MIKULSKI’s dream— Family hardships result from the harsh re- a terrible illness that exacted a relentless toll and the movement toward a better America ality that women, on average, make just 77 on millions. that her dream sustains. cents for every dollar earned by men in com- And so it was Elizabeth Taylor who called f us to account every day, as individuals and as parable jobs (just 69 cents if you are an Afri- a society, for the humanity of those with HIV/ can American woman—and 59 cents if you LIZBETH BLANCO-RAMOS AIDS. are a Latina woman). Last week, Senator MIKULSKI was afforded Working with Dr. Mathilde Krim, Elizabeth another opportunity to remind everyone of this HON. ED PERLMUTTER Taylor championed the American Foundation still-to-be-achieved civil rights goal as we par- OF COLORADO for AIDS Research, a group that advocated for ticipated in an event honoring Lilly Ledbetter, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AIDS research and found funding for research the woman whose Supreme Court equal op- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 that no one else was financing—functions it portunity case led to the ‘‘Lilly Ledbetter Fair serves to this day. Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise Pay Act of 2009.’’ To her enduring credit, Ms. Taylor leveraged today to recognize and applaud Lizbeth Blan- As she was applauding Ms. Ledbetter for her unique celebrity to speak truth to power, co-Ramos for receiving the Arvada Wheat the courage and determination she had shown going to the media, the Administration, and Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. fighting for fair pay, I had the opportunity to re- Congress to urge ongoing attention and fund- Lizbeth Blanco-Ramos is a 12th grader at flect on BARBARA MIKULSKI’s vision for Amer- ing to the epidemic. Warren Tech North and received this award ica—and upon all that she has achieved in She testified before the Subcommittee on because her determination and hard work public life. Health and the Environment of the House Maryland’s senior Senator is a remarkable have allowed her to overcome adversities. Commerce Committee about the need for re- human being—and a person I am honored to The dedication demonstrated by Lizbeth search, prevention, education and treatment call my friend. Blanco-Ramos is exemplary of the type of and about the Congress’ responsibilities to When I first entered the Congress after a achievement that can be attained with hard find funds for them. Her efforts helped seal Special Election in 1996, BARBARA was there work and perseverance. It is essential stu- public support for the 1990 Ryan White Com- for me, helping us to get our office up and dents at all levels strive to make the most of prehensive AIDS Resources Emergency running as quickly as possible so no one in their education and develop a work ethic (CARE) Act. Maryland’s 7th Congressional District would which will guide them for the rest of their lives. She was a movie star. But she used her lack representation. I extend my deepest congratulations to star power to do something that scientists, I have never forgotten that kindness. It was Lizbeth Blanco-Ramos for winning the Arvada doctors, and public health officials could not a practical demonstration of the same human Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth have accomplished on their own. She made compassion that BARBARA MIKULSKI has of- award. I have no doubt she will exhibit the the nation stop, look, listen, and understand fered to tens of thousands of Marylanders same dedication and character in all her future what was at stake for those with HIV/AIDS over the years. accomplishments. and for us as a society. It is why she has become a national lead- f In this way, Elizabeth Taylor helped moti- er—and why her colleagues in the Senate PERSONAL EXPLANATION vate us to start doing needed work. have supported her work and leadership on For that we owe her more than movie-star two of its most prestigious committees: Appro- fame. She may be remembered most for her priations and the Committee on Health, Edu- HON. MARCIA L. FUDGE screen roles. But it was her living role as a cation, Labor, and Pensions. OF OHIO healer for which we owe Elizabeth Taylor a We all have an interest in women and their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES debt of profound gratitude—for lives improved families receiving fair pay for the work that Tuesday, March 29, 2011 and lives saved, for advances in treatment they perform. Maryland’s Senior Senator was and prevention, and for the hope of one day one of the essential leaders in our efforts to Ms. FUDGE. Mr. Speaker, I was absent finding a cure for HIV/AIDS. enact the Affordable Care Act, as well as the from the House Floor during rollcall votes on f Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act. H. Con. Res. 28 and H.R. 1076. Had I been Yet, despite the national prominence that present, I would have voted against both of SENATOR BARBARA MIKULSKI’S she has achieved, ‘‘Senator BARB’’ has never these bills. VISION lost that candor, honesty and strength that are f so typical of the Highlandtown of her youth. HON. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS In her family’s grocery store, she learned HONORING MR. JONATHAN SMALLS OF MARYLAND the challenges faced by working families. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Then, as a social worker, she perfected the skills that she needed to become an effective Tuesday, March 29, 2011 HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. leader in our cause. OF GEORGIA Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ap- Today, I doubt whether there is a single per- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES plaud those who are leading America toward son in our home State of Maryland who does Tuesday, March 29, 2011 equality and equity for all people—and, espe- not know what Senator MIKULSKI stands for. cially, to commend Maryland’s Senior Senator, Her progressive values are solid and clear. Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I BARBARA MIKULSKI. We know that she is going to fight for all of us submit the following proclamation: As a father, my greatest hope is for the con- every single day. Whereas, a tenacious man from Frogmore, tinued social progress that will allow my Less well known, however, is BARBARA MI- South Carolina utilizes his gifts, talents and daughters to achieve the full measure of their KULSKI’s lifetime vision of bringing all of Amer- wisdom everyday to insure that veterans and

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CHARD FROM in the U.S. Army as an Army Ranger, retiring community. THE HOLLYWOOD FIRE DEPART- as a Command Sergeant Major, he is a man After graduating from Brooklyn College with MENT of honor and a strong advocate of justice, a degree in speech pathology, Susan began education and family; and working at JCCs with distinction. She started Whereas, this model citizen has shared his her career at the Staten Island Jewish Com- HON. DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ time and talents for the betterment of his com- munity Center as the Director of Early Child- OF FLORIDA munity and his nation through his tireless hood Development. In 1988, she moved to be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES works, words of encouragement and inspira- the Executive Director at the Young Men’s- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 tion that have and continues to be a beacon Young Women’s Hebrew Association in West- Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Mr. Speaker, of light to those in need; and chester, New York. Then, in 1992, Susan be- I rise today to recognize the retirement of Rus- Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the came the Executive Director of the Sid sell R. Chard from the Hollywood Fire Depart- Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this Jacobson Jewish Community Center in East ment. day to honor and recognize Jonathan Smalls Hills, New York, in my congressional district. Mr. Chard has more than 30 years of distin- for his outstanding leadership and service to Under Susan’s enthusiastic direction, Sid guished service working on behalf of Holly- the citizens in the state of Georgia, his com- Jacobson has flourished. The Center dramati- wood, Florida’s fire fighters, paramedics and munity temperament is to be acknowledged cally expanded its facility in East Hills and also local safety community. For the last 20 years, and his commitment to the citizens throughout added the Bernice Jacobson Day School and Mr. Chard served as President of Local 1375, the state continues to touch the lives of citi- Camp in Old Westbury, New York. Susan de- overseeing the welfare of its membership, zens in our District; veloped the Center’s noted innovative pro- fighting for the professional standards and en- Now Therefore, I, Henry C. ‘‘Hank’’ John- grams for autistic children, single parents, and suring the safe working conditions that are be- son, Jr. do hereby proclaim March 20, 2011 the bereaved. She helped found a first-of-its- fitting of the service of these men and women. as Jonathan Smalls Day in the 4th Congres- kind program for adults with early-onset Alz- Known as a coalition builder, President sional District. heimer’s and their families. Chard served a critical role as liaison to all as- Proclaimed, this 20th day of March, 2011. Today, the Center has a staff of over 250, sociated areas for the Local, as well as out- an annual budget of $12 million, and offers an f side groups such as the AFL–CIO, Florida extensive catalog of dynamic programs for Professional Firefighters and Paramedics, KAYLA KOVAL people of all ages and abilities. The success International Association of Fire Fighters, and of the Center is a direct testament to the Maritime Trade Council. This commitment to HON. ED PERLMUTTER strength of Susan’s leadership and her dedica- the betterment of the community was second tion to providing community members with the OF COLORADO only to his dedication to his brothers and sis- best possible services. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ters in the Union. He was a powerful role In addition to her work at Sid Jacobson, model and mentor for many new recruits over Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Susan has applied her energy and vision in a 20 years, always emphasizing the unique Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise variety of leadership roles in the national JCC bond that all fire fighters share. today to recognize and applaud Kayla Koval movement. She served as a member of the In 1980, Mr. Chard was first appointed to for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Jewish Community Center Association’s board the negotiation committee for Hollywood Pro- Ambassadors for Youth award. Kayla Koval is of directors, was president of the Association fessional Fire Fighters Local 1375, where he a 7th grader at Drake Middle School and re- of Jewish Center Professionals (AJCP) for the was quickly recognized for his grit and pas- ceived this award because her determination Eastern Region, and, in 2002, was named the sion. He was quickly elected as a Trustee and and hard work have allowed her to overcome national president of the AJCP. has served Local 1375 ever since. His legacy adversities. Mr. Speaker, this year Susan Bender will re- of fierce advocacy, candor and friendship will The dedication demonstrated by Kayla tire having contributed immeasurably to her not soon be forgotten or lost. Koval is exemplary of the type of achievement community. I am proud to recognize Susan I am proud today to honor President that can be attained with hard work and perse- and I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking Chard’s distinguished career and leadership in verance. It is essential students at all levels her for her lifetime of tremendous work for oth- the South Florida community and wish him strive to make the most of their education and ers. and his family well on their future endeavors. develop a work ethic which will guide them for f f the rest of their lives. KAYLEEN LAWTON LAWRENCE SALAZAR I extend my deepest congratulations to Kayla Koval for winning the Arvada Wheat HON. ED PERLMUTTER Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. HON. ED PERLMUTTER OF COLORADO OF COLORADO I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cation and character in all her future accom- plishments. Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Tuesday, March 29, 2011 f Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and applaud Kayleen today to recognize and applaud Lawrence IN RECOGNITION OF THE BEVIN Lawton for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Salazar for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge KALATHIL VARUGHESE MEMO- Service Ambassadors for Youth award. Service Ambassadors for Youth award. Law- RIAL FOUNDATION Kayleen Lawton is an 8th grader at North Ar- rence Salazar is a 9th grader at Jefferson vada Middle School and received this award Senior High and received this award because HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN because her determination and hard work his determination and hard work have allowed OF NEW YORK have allowed her to overcome adversities. him to overcome adversities. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The dedication demonstrated by Kayleen The dedication demonstrated by Lawrence Lawton is exemplary of the type of achieve- Salazar is exemplary of the type of achieve- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 ment that can be attained with hard work and ment that can be attained with hard work and Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today perseverance. It is essential students at all perseverance. It is essential students at all to seek Congressional recognition of the ex- levels strive to make the most of their edu- levels strive to make the most of their edu- ceptional achievements and outstanding ca- cation and develop a work ethic which will cation and develop a work ethic which will reer of Susan Bender. Over the course of her guide them for the rest of their lives. guide them for the rest of their lives.

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NYCPM has reached out to today to recognize and applaud Lydia Agede its surrounding community, offering foot A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service screenings at numerous neighborhood health ROBERT ‘‘BOB’’ PRICE Ambassadors for Youth award. Lydia Agede is fairs, including the American Diabetes Asso- a 12th grader at Standley Lake High School ciation’s annual Diabetes Expo and the Cen- and received this award because her deter- tral Harlem Health Revival. HON. JIM COSTA mination and hard work have allowed her to Therefore, Mr. Speaker, please join me in OF CALIFORNIA overcome adversities. recognizing the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and its affiliate, The Foot Center of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The dedication demonstrated by Lydia Agede is exemplary of the type of achieve- New York. I would also like to congratulate Tuesday, March 29, 2011 ment that can be attained with hard work and Louis L. Levine, President and Chief Executive perseverance. It is essential students at all Officer; Stanley Mandel, Chairman; the Board Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to levels strive to make the most of their edu- of Trustees; and the NYCPM staff as leaders honor the life of a man whose passion, devo- cation and develop a work ethic which will in enhancing the level of acceptance, under- tion, and leadership exemplify the meaning of guide them for the rest of their lives. standing, and knowledge regarding podiatric public service. Robert ‘‘Bob’’ Price passed I extend my deepest congratulations to medical education and training, podiatric tech- away on Wednesday, February 9, 2011 after Lydia Agede for winning the Arvada Wheat nology development and podiatric research a valiant battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibro- Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. throughout the world. sis. He was 79. Bob was a well respected I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- f leader, mentor, and community advocate. He cation and character in all her future accom- KATHRYNN MERRILLS lived his life with a tenacious commitment to plishments. his family and to his community and is cer- tainly most deserving of this honor. f HON. ED PERLMUTTER Bob Price was born in 1932 in Abilene, Kan- IN RECOGNITION OF THE 100TH AN- OF COLORADO sas. He came to Bakersfield, California in NIVERSARY OF THE NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDI- 1937, graduated from Bakersfield High School Tuesday, March 29, 2011 in 1949 and went on to proudly serve our CINE (NYCPM) great country in the United States Army. After Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise his military service, Bob returned home to Ba- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL today to recognize and applaud Kathrynn kersfield, California, where he began his 32- Merrills for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge OF NEW YORK Service Ambassadors for Youth award. year career with the Bakersfield Police Depart- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment. Beginning as a motorcycle officer, he te- Kathrynn Merrills is a 7th grader at Oberon Tuesday, March 29, 2011 naciously worked his way through the ranks Middle School and received this award be- until he achieved the rank of Bakersfield Chief Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in cause her determination and hard work have of Police, a position he would remain in for 15 celebration of the 100th anniversary of the allowed her to overcome adversities. The dedication demonstrated by Kathrynn years. Admired by his fellow officers, Bob New York College of Podiatric Medicine, which Merrills is exemplary of the type of achieve- Price always remembered what it was like to was founded by Dr. Maurice J. Lewi in 1911 ment that can be attained with hard work and be an officer on the beat, and he himself often within my Congressional District. Chiropody perseverance. It is essential students at all described his own management style as was a craft that existed up to 1885, when men levels strive to make the most of their edu- ‘‘management by walking around’’. Though he and women learned through training the skill cation and develop a work ethic which will officially retired from public safety service, his to alleviate pain and discomfort for those af- guide them for the rest of their lives. yearning for public service remained and in flicted with minor foot ailments. The New York I extend my deepest congratulations to 1992, Bob Price successfully ran for Mayor of State legislature awarded chiropodists the Kathrynn Merrills for winning the Arvada Bakersfield where he completed two terms in right to organize and to determine the fitness Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth that office. of individuals who were interested in practicing chiropody in 1905. award. I have no doubt she will exhibit the In his spare time, Bob enjoyed the simple same dedication and character in all her future things in life such as playing handball, playing This historic legislation paved the path for the founding of the New York School of Chi- accomplishments. golf, or spending time with his family. In 2009, f after noticing wall-to-wall crowding in the lobby ropody. Dr. Maurice J. Lewi, who during that of the Bakersfield Police Department, Bob time was serving as Secretary to the New HAWKINS FAMILY REUNION DAY used his enthusiastic attitude and started a York State Board of Examiners, was an effec- program that recruited retired police officers, tive advocate and educator in the field of Chi- HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. ropody, and became the school’s first Presi- clerks, and technicians to help the system OF GEORGIA dent. work more efficiently and effectively for the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dr. Lewi created and organized the cur- Bakersfield community. That program is still riculum and drafted the legislation governing Tuesday, March 29, 2011 thriving today. the practice of chiropody. He was most effec- Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I Bob Price was a man of great principle and tive in advancing the specialized profession of submit the following proclamation: integrity; serving as interim director of the Ba- podiatry through evidence-based science, re- Whereas, over One hundred forty nine kersfield Association of Retarded Citizens search and strategic partnerships. years ago, Ms. Hattie Hawkins in the state of (BARC). He lived his life to encourage and Since its founding, the New York College of South Carolina has blessed us with descend- elevate others, but he also held others ac- Podiatric Medicine has been an active source ants that have helped to shape our nation; countable. His commitment to friends, family, of education, training and research in the field and and community will be remembered by all that of podiatric medicine, and has emerged as a Whereas, the Hawkins Family has produced knew him. It is with great pride that I honor leader and facilitator in creating and estab- many well respected citizens and three of the him for all that he did on behalf of the City of lishing multi-dimensional programs in podiatric matriarchs of the family Ms. Addie Rankin Bakersfield and for California. medicine. Its impact has been guided and nur- Hawkins, Ms. Virginia Hawkins Clarke and Ms. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me tured by its current president, Louis L. Levine, Florence Amanda Hawkins Wilson are pillars in honoring Bob Price, a man who lived a and its board of trustees. of strength for these families; and righteous life. His leadership and spirit leave a In recent years, NYCPM has expanded into Whereas, in our beloved Fourth Congres- lasting imprint on all those who knew him. the international educational arena with twice- sional District of Georgia, we are honored to

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In 2009, Herb helped recognized when he was selected as NJCAA Whereas, family is one of the most honored design a commemorative stamp for the U.S. Region 16 Coach of the Year and NJCAA Dis- and cherished institutions in the world, we Postal Service, celebrating 50 years of Hawaii trict 4 Coach of the Year. take pride in knowing that families such as the statehood. He has also been selected as a This outstanding season would not have Hawkins family have set aside this time to fel- Living Treasure of Hawaii for his work as a been possible without the support of fans and lowship with each other, honor one another historian and has received an award for excel- campus leaders such as Chancellor Drew and to pass along history to each other by lence from The Hawaii Book Publishers Asso- Bennett who works diligently to show his sup- meeting at this year’s family reunion in At- ciation for his writing. port of these student-athletes both on the lanta, Georgia; and Herb’s crowning achievement was his recre- court and in the classroom. The coaches and Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the ation of Polynesian canoes that were used by players of the MSU-WP team exemplify the Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this his ancestors. These canoes have been used highest virtues of the community: teamwork, day to honor and recognize the Hawkins fam- to travel from Hawaii to various islands includ- loyalty, sportsmanship, and dedication. ily in our District; ing, Tahiti, New Zealand, Easter Island, Once again, congratulations Grizzlies, we Now therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- Tonga, The Marquesas Islands, The Cook Is- are very proud of you. We look forward to SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim Saturday, July 12, lands, Micronesia and Japan; of which the cheering you on through another great season 2008 as Hawkins Family Reunion Day in the voyage to Japan totaled over 110,000 miles of next year. 4th Congressional District. navigation without modern equipment. f Proclaimed, this 12th day of July, 2008. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me LORENZO TOLENTINO f in recognizing Herb Kane and his numerous accomplishments. His life and career has in- KAYLA TREJO spired many and will continue to influence HON. ED PERLMUTTER generations to come. OF COLORADO HON. ED PERLMUTTER f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF COLORADO LANCE ORTIZ Tuesday, March 29, 2011 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise Tuesday, March 29, 2011 HON. ED PERLMUTTER today to recognize and applaud Lorenzo Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise OF COLORADO Tolentino for receiving the Arvada Wheat today to recognize and applaud Kayla Trejo IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Lorenzo Tolentino is an 8th grader at Ambassadors for Youth award. Kayla Trejo is Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Creighton Middle School and received this a 12th grader at Jefferson Senior High and re- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise award because his determination and hard ceived this award because her determination today to recognize and applaud Lance Ortiz work have allowed him to overcome adversi- and hard work have allowed her to overcome for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service ties. adversities. Ambassadors for Youth award. Lance Ortiz is The dedication demonstrated by Lorenzo The dedication demonstrated by Kayla Trejo a 12th grader at Jefferson Senior High and re- Tolentino is exemplary of the type of achieve- is exemplary of the type of achievement that ceived this award because his determination ment that can be attained with hard work and can be attained with hard work and persever- and hard work have allowed him to overcome perseverance. It is essential students at all ance. It is essential students at all levels strive adversities. levels strive to make the most of their edu- to make the most of their education and de- The dedication demonstrated by Lance Ortiz cation and develop a work ethic which will velop a work ethic which will guide them for is exemplary of the type of achievement that guide them for the rest of their lives. the rest of their lives. can be attained with hard work and persever- I extend my deepest congratulations to I extend my deepest congratulations to ance. It is essential students at all levels strive Lorenzo Tolentino for winning the Arvada Kayla Trejo for winning the Arvada Wheat to make the most of their education and de- Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. velop a work ethic which will guide them for award. I have no doubt he will exhibit the I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- the rest of their lives. same dedication and character in all his future cation and character in all her future accom- I extend my deepest congratulations to accomplishments. plishments. Lance Ortiz for winning the Arvada Wheat f f Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. I have no doubt he will exhibit the same dedi- HONORING MR. BILL SAMUELS, JR. HONORING HERB KANE cation and character in all his future accom- plishments. HON. ED WHITFIELD HON. MIKE QUIGLEY f OF KENTUCKY OF ILLINOIS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING MISSOURI STATE UNI- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES VERSITY—WEST PLAINS MEN’S Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Tuesday, March 29, 2011 BASKETBALL TEAM Mr. WHITFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Mr. QUIGLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to to recognize Mr. Bill Samuels for his extraor- mourn the passing, but also honor the distin- HON. JO ANN EMERSON dinary career with Maker’s Mark. Mr. Samuels guished career of Herb Kawainui Kane. For OF MISSOURI is retiring from his position as President of more than 80 years, Mr. Kane exhibited a love IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Maker’s Mark, the world’s oldest operating for the arts and a passion for Hawaiian culture bourbon distillery. As the seventh generation that has been an inspiration for his people. Tuesday, March 29, 2011 distiller in his family, bourbon was a part of After leaving the Navy, Herb attended Mrs. EMERSON. Mr. Speaker, I am hon- Bill’s life from the beginning, and just as his school in Illinois, where he would go on to ored to congratulate the Missouri State Univer- own father made Maker’s Mark a unique prod- earn his Masters degree from the University of sity—West Plains Men’s Basketball team for uct, Bill made the world famous brand his own Chicago. Herb went on to become a success- playing their best season in Grizzly athletic through innovative marketing and large scale ful graphic artist in Chicago, before moving to history. The Grizzlies won the Region 16 reg- production with home-grown Kentucky flavor. Hawaii. There he would continue his career as ular season competition with a perfect 10–0 When he took over the helm of Maker’s an artist, and go on to become both a noted record. The team then proceeded to win the Mark 35 years ago, Bill used unmatched and historian and an author. He went through life NJCAA Postseason Tournament and the unprecedented creativity to reinvent the way exemplifying hard work and dedication in his NJCAA District 4 Championship. the world understood and appreciated bour- craft and culture. The Grizzlies played in the spotlight of the bon. He paired a family recipe with a mar- Throughout his career, Herb received praise NJCAA as they ranked #1 in the National Poll keting campaign that brought out a little bit of and admiration for his works as an artist, his- for five consecutive weeks. Coach Yancey Kentucky in people across the world. Bill left

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I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I cation and character in all her future accom- Like the ads that graced pages across the rise today to recognize March as National Kid- plishments. world, Bill’s instructions for production of his ney Month. This is an ideal time to renew the family’s legacy were simple and clear—‘‘don’t f commitment to take action to stop kidney dis- screw it up.’’ One of the few things Bill made HONORING FALLEN MIAMI-DADE ease. no joke about during his tenure was that no OFFICERS ROGER CASTILLO AND National Kidney Month observes the signifi- amount of success could compromise the AMANDA HAWORTH cance of kidney health and allows us to edu- taste of each and every drop of bourbon. cate each other on methods of prevention, Bill’s world renowned success and innova- treatments, and potential cures for kidney dis- HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN tive marketing techniques never lost sight of ease. More than 26 million Americans have OF FLORIDA the home grown taste of Kentucky in each chronic kidney disease. Minority patients and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES family-made bottle. The distillery in Kentucky communities including Hispanic, African-Amer- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 remains the only spirits related National His- ican, and Native-American populations are at Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I would torical Landmark in the world, and a tradition an increased risk at developing the disease. like to honor the sacrifices of Officer Roger that Kentucky is proud to share. Under Bill’s While the rate of those affected by kidney dis- Castillo and Officer Amanda Haworth of the careful watch, no bottle of Maker’s Mark trav- ease is increasing, many individuals with kid- Miami-Dade Police Department, who lost their eled across the globe without bringing a piece ney ailments go undiagnosed. Most people lives in the line of duty. of Kentucky pride with it. forego visiting a doctor until symptoms are se- My prayers and our community’s gratitude During his 44 years long career with the vere and damages to the kidneys are irrep- go to the families and loved ones of these two family company, Mr. Samuels brought a piece arable. Kidney disease can be fatal to those brave Americans. of history and a piece of Kentucky to house- who do not identify the symptoms of kidney I submit this poem in remembrance of Offi- holds, bars, and restaurants around the world. failure. Every year, thousands die prematurely cers Castillo and Haworth, penned by Albert I congratulate my friend, Bill Samuels, on his of cardiovascular problems linked to kidney Caswell of the Capitol Guide Service. extraordinary success throughout his time with disease where death could have been pre- BLUE ANGELS Maker’s Mark. Thank you, Bill, and best wish- vented in many cases. Blue.. .. es for you in your next endeavors. In addition to the health effects of kidney Blue Angels. . . . disease, kidney failure can also be costly. Cur- Blue Angels, in flight. . . . New Angels, up in Heaven. . ., have arrived f rently, less than one percent of all Medicare beneficiaries have some form of renal disease, on this very night. . . . yet the disease consumes nearly seven per- All there, for us in the darkest days of night! EIGHT IN TEN APPREHENDED IL- Who for all of us, so wore that badge of LEGAL IMMIGRANTS NOT PROS- cent of the annual Medicare budget. honor. . . . oh so very bright! ECUTED Prevention is the best approach at dealing Blue Angels, on earth. . . . and now up in with kidney disease. The most common risk Heaven all in flight! factors are high blood pressure and diabetes, As all of those wrongs they did so right! HON. LAMAR SMITH which can be controlled by diet, exercise, tak- Who to all of our lives, so brought their ing prescribed medication, and regular visits to light! OF TEXAS a health care professional. National Kidney Living day to day, night to night! Month serves as an important reminder for in- Right on that edge of death, as did they. . . . IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as they did so fight! dividuals, especially minorities as well as Tuesday, March 29, 2011 All out there on that thin blue line, but at those with hypertension and diabetes, to get the very height! their kidneys checked regularly. Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, accord- At the very height of courage and faith, To In my district, the non-profit Northwest Kid- Serve and Protect! ing to recent figures calculated by my Texas ney Centers provides testing opportunities at As their most heroic Shield of Blue, for our colleague JOHN CULBERSON, an illegal immi- community events and provides important lives did so bless! grant apprehended by Border Patrol agents education to the public about kidney health All, with families. . . living so very close! during the last fiscal year had an eight in ten and renal disease prevention. Quiet heroes, who knew. . . . that each mo- chance of never being prosecuted. Kidney disease is common, harmful, but ment upon this earth... But together, was but a gift. . . . but which Specifically, in Fiscal Year 2010, nearly treatable, especially if caught in time. Let’s meant the very most! 450,000 illegal immigrants were apprehended continue to work to stop kidney disease, save As why they so cherished life, as they would by the Border Patrol. Of this amount, only Medicare dollars, and save lives while doing it. toast! about 73,000 were prosecuted, roughly 16 f As why with tear in eye, we stand here on percent. This means that 84 percent of illegal this very night! immigrants taken into custody were never MALOREY BOPP As we look back on them now, we must now prosecuted! so boast! Such a gallant, woman and man! And while the Obama administration claims HON. ED PERLMUTTER Who for all of us, against the face of evil the border is more secure than ever, a recent OF COLORADO they so stood. . . . would so stand! Government Accountability Office report found IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES And away from danger they never ran, turn- that efforts by Border Patrol to stop illegal Tuesday, March 29, 2011 ing evil into good. . . . time and time again! crossings were ‘‘poor.’’ In fact, it is estimated Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise that there are three successful illegal cross- Moments, are all we have. . . here upon this today to recognize and applaud Malorey Bopp earth! ings for every one thwarted. That means more for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Do we make a difference, all in our life’s than a million illegal immigrants enter the U.S. Ambassadors for Youth award. Malorey Bopp worth? each year. is an 8th grader at Arvada K–8 and received What have we left behind, when we are gone? The border is never going to be secure until this award because her determination and What will live on, as ever live so on? Who have we shielded, who have we saved? we enforce all of our immigration laws and hard work have allowed her to overcome ad- All in our most brief lives as so portrayed! turn off the jobs magnet that encourages ille- versities. And tonight as you lay your head down to gal immigration. Allowing millions to evade our The dedication demonstrated by Malorey sleep. . . . laws is unfair and hurts American workers and Bopp is exemplary of the type of achievement Across Miami, but comes a gentle rain to so taxpayers. that can be attained with hard work and perse- keep. . . .

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Are but our Lord’s tears up in Heaven, com- FOLEY, and DONNA CHRISTENSEN to create and has been active in support of swimming and ing from his heart now so very deep! co-found the Congressional Glaucoma Cau- water safety in Philadelphia’s communities of As it’s for your selfless sacrifice Amanda and cus. This organization would be dedicated to color. The Network has spotlighted the work of Roger, and your families he now so helping all Americans prevent the scourge of Jim Ellis, who developed Philadelphia’s first weeps! And to those five sons, whose pain now so glaucoma and other eye diseases. Through all-African American swimming team and was lies so very deep. . . . Bud’s advocacy and enthusiasm, we were the subject of the biopic ‘‘Pride.’’ They are with you, as you awake and as you quickly joined by more than two dozen other In 2009, USA Swimming named Shaun a di- sleep! Members of Congress. versity consultant, giving him responsibility for Watching over you and us to keep! After the Glaucoma Caucus was estab- developing programs for under-served com- And remember, that it was your happiness lished, Bud formed the Friends of the Con- munities throughout the country. He has be- that they would seek. . . . gressional Glaucoma Caucus Foundation, a come a global spokesperson on the issue of So bless them, and bless their memory. . . . federally funded, non-profit foundation which diversity in swimming and aquatic safety. For by living a great life to be! screens disadvantaged populations for glau- example, he was interviewed and appeared in And they will live on in your hearts, for all the world to see! coma and other eye diseases across the a Newsweek article in September 2010 about Until, that fine day up in Heaven. . . these United States. Under his leadership as Presi- efforts to lower the rate of drowning among Af- Blue Angels and you, will all so meet! dent, the Foundation provided the first Mobile rican American children. Blue. . . . Eye Screening Unit. Shaun Anderson devotes himself to a vital Blue Angels, watch over me! Since that historic day, the Friends of the but often overlooked cause. It is a sad fact f Congressional Glaucoma Caucus Foundation that worldwide, 388,000 people a year—an av- has performed over 300,000 total screenings; erage of more than 1,000 a day—are known CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF STAN- has made over 40,000 referrals; has identified to perish by drowning, although this data may LEY J. ‘‘BUD’’ GRANT FOUNDER over 50,000 other eye diseases; and has rou- dramatically understate the problem. In our AND PRESIDENT FRIENDS OF tinely followed up with over 200,000 patients. nation and overseas, a disproportionate num- THE CONGRESSIONAL GLAUCOMA Through Bud’s efforts, the foundation’s Stu- ber of drowning victims, and victims of non- CAUCUS FOUNDATION, INC. dent Sight Saver Program had partnered with fatal injuries from submersion, are children many of our elite universities, colleges and Ivy from communities of color and from low-in- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL League schools throughout the nation. I am so come backgrounds. The reasons are many, OF NEW YORK proud of the foundation’s work with our feder- but the ‘‘cure’’ is obvious: teach youngsters IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ally funded health clinics and the screenings how to swim, use safety techniques and re- spect the perils of water. Tuesday, March 29, 2011 that take place at our neighborhood health fairs. I. pursuit of this goal, Shaun Anderson has Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with Bud Grant was a true New Yorker who tire- assisted with clinics in Brazil, the British Virgin great pride, admiration and sadness as we in lessly fought to bring health care to the under- Islands, the Philippines and elsewhere. Most the United States House of Representatives served and stem the tide of all eye diseases recently he helped the Bahamian Ministry of pay tribute to our dear friend and Buddy, Stan- in every major way. We are a grateful nation Education and International Olympic Com- ley J.‘‘Bud’’ Grant. We join with the many fam- for the life of my Buddy, Stanley J. ‘‘Bud’’ mittee in implementing a nationwide learn to ily members, friends and colleagues at Saint Grant. swim program for the Bahamas. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church in Manhasset, f Anderson also serves as a faculty member New York to celebrate the life of Stanley J. in the Department of Health, Physical Edu- ‘‘Bud’’ Grant who passed away Saturday CONGRATULATING LIFE-SAVER cation and Exercise Science at Norfolk State morning, March 26, 2011, after a short illness. SHAUN ANDERSON OF DIVER- University. At Penn State he was a varsity ath- My wife Alma and I want to extend our most SITY IN AQUATICS lete in two sports: three years on the track sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Richard, Su- team and a four-year member of the swim zanne, Robert, Thomas, Joanne, Steven and HON. CHAKA FATTAH team. In addition to his degree in Kinesiology the entire Grant family as we honor the mem- OF PENNSYLVANIA from Penn State, he holds an M.B.A. from ory and the legacy of your dear beloved fa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES California State University—Long Beach. ther, grandfather, great-grandfather and uncle Tuesday, March 29, 2011 It is no wonder that Shaun Anderson has been widely recognized and honored for his and all the wonderful times you shared to- Mr. FATTAH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ‘‘diversity’’ of achievements. He is a multi- gether as a family. recognize and congratulate a young man of tasking role model and advocate who carries Stanley J., affectionately known as Bud, remarkable achievement. Shaun Anderson is a life-saving message and the imperative of was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York co-founder and President of Diversity in diversity into regions and disciplines never be- and served our nation in the Pacific theater Aquatics Inc., a visionary network that works fore imagined. Across our nation, young peo- during World War II with valor in the United to save lives through global efforts to reduce ple of all races and communities are healthier, States Marine Corps. He graduated from St. the incidence of drowning. Francis College and attended Fordham Uni- But that’s not all. Shaun is a consultant to better swimmers—and very much afloat in versity and the New York University School of USA Swimming, a college faculty member, a life—thanks to a talented, tireless young man Public Administration. Bud lived in Douglaston former coach as well as a collegiate swimmer named Shaun Anderson. for over 40 years with his late wife, Suzanne and track team member at his alma mater, f Gobel Stabnick, and raised six children who Pennsylvania State University. He began HONORING THE SMOKY MOUNTAIN all attended local schools. Bud was very active swimming competitively at age four. HIGH SCHOOL MUSTANGS MEN’S in the community, particularly with the Saint Citing these accomplishments and more, BASKETBALL TEAM ON THEIR Anastasia’s Roman Catholic Church parish Penn State has named him one of 12 alumni OUTSTANDING SEASON where he was long-standing member of the under the age of 35 to receive the 2011 Penn Holy Name Society and the Knights of Colum- State University Alumni Achievement Award. HON. HEATH SHULER bus. He will be honored on April 8. OF NORTH CAROLINA The New York Congressional Delegation Let me tell my colleagues a little more about IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES worked very closely with Bud in his efforts as this amazing young man. His brainchild, Diver- a representative of the Medical Society of the sity in Aquatics, boasts members across a Tuesday, March 29, 2011 State of New York and other important med- worldwide spectrum including Olympians, Mr. SHULER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ical associations. Bud established a special in- coaches, elected officials and educators. The honor the Smoky Mountain High School Mus- terest in Health Care, Health Administration organization is literally a life saver. It helps tangs 2010–2011 Men’s Basketball Team. and Health Economics; and also served on spread the word about water safety through Through their hard work and dedication, the the Board of Directors of Wagner College and advocacy, educational programs, and action, Mustangs had an undefeated regular season. New York Hospital Division of Queens. holding regional water safety clinics, and con- They held the longest single season winning As we entered into a new millennium in the necting individuals and groups through their streak in North Carolina for all 4 classifications year 2000, Bud Grant inspired me to lead a website. in the 2010–2011 season. They went on to fin- group of my Congressional colleagues, which I was pleased to provide a welcoming video ish as the WNCAC Regular Season and Tour- included ED TOWNS, MIKE OXLEY, MARK for the Diversity in Aquatics Network, which nament Champions. The Mustangs finished

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They include Will Carpenter, Firebuilder in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say and the Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Micah Carter, Tanner Cogdill, Mark Thomp- position of Senior Patrol Leader in his troop. son, and Jackson Simmons. Jackson Sim- Alexander has also contributed to his commu- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise mons also went on to be named the Con- nity through his Eagle Scout project. Alex- today to recognize the Pensacola State Col- ference Player of the Year for his extraor- ander planned and supervised the construc- lege Women’s Basketball Team on their re- dinary play during the season. The team’s rec- tion of a storage closet for Liberty United cent victory as Champions of the 40th Florida ognition did not stop with just the players. Methodist Church in Liberty, Missouri. Community College Activities Association Women’s Basketball Tournament. Head coach Jimmy Cleaveland was named Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Conference Coach of the Year. In 2010, the Pensacola State College Lady commending Alexander Christian Nason for Pirates suffered a difficult defeat in the final As a former student athlete in Western his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of North Carolina, I understand the commitment seconds of the state semifinal game; however, America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- under the leadership of Coach Chanda Rigby, it takes to compete at such a high level. I ask ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. my colleagues to join me today in recognizing PSC’s players were able to use this defeat as motivation for their 2011 season. The Lady Pi- the many accomplishments by the Smoky f Mountain High School Mustangs 2010–2011 rates entered into the season with high expec- Men’s Basketball Team. AFGHANISTAN WAR POWERS tations and ranked 14th nationally in the pre- season National Junior College Athletic Asso- f RESOLUTION ciation Women’s Basketball Poll. FLOWER MOUND HIGH SCHOOL After an impressive early season run, in- CHOIR SPEECH OF cluding a victory over the 5th ranked team in HON. SAM FARR the Nation, the Lady Pirates soared to the ranks of 3rd in the Nation on November 17. HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS OF CALIFORNIA OF TEXAS The following week the Lady Pirates continued IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to rise in the rankings, moving all the way to the number 1 slot. The Lady Pirates did not let Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Thursday, March 17, 2011 the pressure of being the top ranked team af- Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in fect their performance, and they finished the recognize the Flower Mound High School strong support of swift U.S. troop withdrawal regular season with a perfect record, 29–0, Choir. In 1999 the high school opened with from Afghanistan. This decade-long war is never relinquishing their place atop the polls. the hope of becoming ‘‘A World Class School costing our country tens of hundreds of lives Victories in their first two games of the Flor- Educating Tomorrow’s Leaders.’’ Since then, and hundreds of billions of dollars. In 2010 ida state championship set up a fourth meet- Newsweek Magazine named it one of the alone, nearly 500 brave American men and ing with nationally ranked Northwest Florida ‘‘Top 1000 Best Public High Schools’’ in the women lost their lives, which is 63% more State College. The previous three meetings U.S., based on AP scores. Of the school’s than the 2009 death toll. And as I speak, our between these teams were highly competitive, many accomplishments, none resonate quite government, which has vowed to reduce the with two of those three outcomes decided in like the Flower Mound High School Choir. deficit, has sent millions more overseas for a overtime. The championship game was an The Flower Mound High School Choir regu- war with no foreseeable end. From 2008 to equally competitive affair. Ultimately, however, larly enjoys success at University Inter- 2011, overall government spending has in- the Lady Pirates’ season-long goal was ful- scholastic League competitions as well as pri- creased by 9%, while funding for the war in filled, as they cut down the nets, improving to vate competitions. Over time they have earned Afghanistan has increased by a startling 25%. 32–0 and moving on to the National Junior a slew of ‘‘Sweepstakes’’ awards as well as As many of my colleagues demand $100 bil- College Athletic Association’s national tour- ‘‘Best of Class’’ and ‘‘Grand Champion’’ lion budget cuts, they need look no further nament, where they finished their season with awards from all over the country. Students than our reckless war spending. For the good a victory in the consolation game and the have also had the honor of performing of our troops and the health of our economy, number 3 national ranking. throughout Europe, both at the Vatican and this war must end. On behalf of the United States Congress, I the Salzburg Cathedral. And just last week And this viewpoint is shared across the na- congratulate the Pensacola State College they were here in Washington D.C. to perform tion. According to a recent Washington Post Lady Pirates for their outstanding accomplish- at the WWII Memorial. In their song choice, poll, nearly two-thirds of the American people ments. My wife Vicki joins me in offering our they sought to honor our nation’s veterans. support an immediate withdrawal from Afghan- best wishes to the players, coaches, faculty It is heartening to know that this burgeoning istan. Mr. Speaker, our job in this chamber is and staff at Pensacola State College for their generation continues to hold our veterans in to represent our constituents, and they have continued success. such high regard. I want to thank the Flower spoken loud and clear. The American people f Mound High School Choir for coming to our are fed up with a war that has done little to SOUTHWEST GUILFORD GIRLS WIN nation’s capitol to honor our veterans. improve our national security or bolster our IT ALL f international standing. Furthermore, after near- HONORING ALEXANDER CHRISTIAN ly ten years of fighting, it is crystal clear that HON. HOWARD COBLE NASON the problem in Afghanistan cannot be solved by military means alone. Stabilization and re- OF NORTH CAROLINA construction, governance, and peace-building IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. SAM GRAVES activities can help to stabilize states, promote Tuesday, March 29, 2011 OF MISSOURI rule of law, and bring enduring peace at a sliv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. COBLE. Mr. Speaker, today I wish to er of the cost we pay for troops on the ground. recognize the girls’ basketball team of South- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Make no mistake about it: I firmly support west Guilford High School, located in the Sixth Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I our men and women in uniform. For this rea- District of North Carolina, for winning their first proudly pause to recognize Alexander Chris- son, we must bring them home from a battle- 4–A state championship since 1985. The tian Nason. Alexander is a very special young front with no real hope of military victory. I Southwest Cowgirls defeated their opponent, man who has exemplified the finest qualities thank my colleague, Mr. KUCINICH from Ohio, Raleigh Millbrook, in convincing fashion by a of citizenship and leadership by taking an ac- for re-introducing this Resolution. I was proud nine point margin with the final score of 44– tive part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop to cosponsor it in the last Congress, and I will 35. 376, and earning the most prestigious award firmly offer my support today in hopes that we Southwest Guilford scored the first seven of Eagle Scout. can finally end this war. points and never relinquished the lead

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Riss, Omaha; Evelyn G. Sharp, The Southwest Guilford Cowgirls finished of nationally ranked opponents, with coura- Ord; B. Kristin Swan, Minden; Helen A. Turn- the season with a 30–2 record and an geously fought losses and inspiring victories, er, Cairo; Isabel E. Tynon, Peru; Jane E. undefeated 12–0 record in their conference. to gain their fourth birth in five years to the Waite, Scottsbluff; and Mary E. Williamson, The win marked their second consecutive sea- Florida state Final Four. Facing their cross Omaha. son as Regular Season Conference Cham- town rival in the final game of the state cham- I ask my colleagues to join me today in hon- pions and Conference Tournament Cham- pionship for the second consecutive year, the oring the distinguished service of Nebraska’s pions. With 9 points and 14 rebounds, senior Wildcats were victorious; ending the season Women Airforce Service Pilots to our nation. Shannon Buchanan earned 4–A All Con- with a 28–5 record. f ference, News & Record 2nd Team, and All I am happy to recognize the contribution of District 2nd Team accolades. Junior Zena coaches and players to the Wildcats’ historic PROHIBITING FEDERAL FUNDING Lovette had 14 points and 7 rebounds and season. Assistant coaches Eric Faber, David OF NATIONAL PUBLIC RADIO was named 4–A Piedmont Triad Player of the Jacobin, David Stock, and Tom Beard and SPEECH OF Year, State Regional Tournament Most Valu- their longtime head coach David Bailey, of- able Player, State Championship Most Out- fered wisdom and careful instruction to de- HON. MIKE THOMPSON standing Player, and to the News & Record velop the team’s innate talent. The starting OF CALIFORNIA 1st Team as well as the All-District 1st Team. lineup, all seniors, all going onto college next IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Another junior, Jessica ‘‘JP’’ Pone had 13 year, includes Brett Comer, Alex Swanson, Thursday, March 17, 2011 points and 3 rebounds and was named the and Austin Keel. The Captains, James Ferrell, game’s Kay Yow Most Valuable Player and recipient of the Coaches Achievement award, Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, was also named to the 4–A All Conference and Austin Rivers, future Duke University ath- I rise in opposition to H.R. 1076. Team. Head Coach Jessica Bryan was named lete and ESPN #1 ranked player in the nation, Without so much as a single hearing, the District Coach of the Year, the News & Record also deserve recognition here today. I wish legislation being debated today would dis- Coach of the Year, and to top it all, she was only the best for these young men, as they mantle a public radio system depended upon named as the Associated Press 2010–11 girls apply their dedication and work ethic towards by 34 million Americans weekly, many of high school basketball coach for all of North even higher pursuits. whom are from rural America. Carolina. As the seniors graduate and move on from In fact, in many rural areas of our country The Cowgirls were led by seniors Shannon Winter Park High, they will pass the mantle of like the one I represent, public broadcasters Buchanan and Brittany Connor, along with leadership along to the younger players whose are among the few journalists still around who Jasmine Pinnix, Briana Burgins, Duncan Hack- consistent effort proved invaluable all season actually deliver local news to residents. ney, Kennedy Porter, Shanel Lawrence, Aja long. Brian Klusman, Perry Klusman, Michael One needs to look no further than last Mott, Zena Lovette, Jessica Pone, Jessica Merlano, Billydee Williams, Josh Williams, week’s massive earthquake in Japan and the Bridges, Jenea Rogers and Ayana Rivers. Of Malcom Laws and Kyle Brown, will provide the resulting tsunami that devastated communities course, they could not have achieved the state direction and experience to guide the Wildcats on the west coast to understand how impor- championship without outstanding coaching team next year. tant public broadcasting is in these rural led by Head Coach Jessica Bryan and Assist- In conclusion, I wish the Wildcats success in areas. ant Coaches Samuel D. Warren I, Tashocka the upcoming ESPN Rise National High A small community in my district, Crescent Belk and Nick Scarborough. School Invitational. I know that whatever the City, California was hit the hardest. Eight foot Also deserving mention are Quierra Lovette final score, these players have performed with waves of water destroyed the city’s harbor, (Scorekeeper), Jasmine Rogers (Statistician), excellence for a truly extraordinary season. caused over $36 million dollars in damage, JaNiya Williams (Statistician), Alexis Couch f and took the life of an individual who was (Water), and Shay Barr-Poole (Film). swept into the sea. Congratulations are also warranted for all of A TRIBUTE TO NEBRASKA’S When the tsunami warnings were first those who supported the girls’ basketball pro- WOMEN AIRFORCE SERVICE PI- issued, KHSU public radio, the most-listened- gram at Southwest Guilford High School in- LOTS to station on the North Coast of California, cluding Principal Alan Parker, Assistant Prin- broadcast essential information to the people cipals Enid Barnum, Joseph Johnson and Mi- HON. ADRIAN SMITH of Crescent City and the surrounding areas. chael Hettenbach as well as Athletic Director OF NEBRASKA KHSU was on the air with tsunami warnings Brindon Christman. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES by 6 a.m. local time—telling residents to evac- uate the low coastal areas, announcing school Again, on behalf of the citizens of the Sixth Tuesday, March 29, 2011 District of North Carolina, we congratulate the closings, and letting people know where emer- Southwest Guilford High School girls’ basket- Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Mr. Speaker, I rise gency shelters were located in both Humboldt ball team, along with the faculty, staff and stu- today in honor of 19 women who were in- and Del Norte counties. dents for their championship season. ducted into the Nebraska Aviation Hall of KHSU kept up with this information until the f Fame on January 27, 2011. These women warning was lifted later in the afternoon. served as Women Airforce Service Pilots, or This critically important local coverage was CONGRATULATING THE WINTER WASPs, during World War II. coupled with breaking news from NPR about PARK HIGH SCHOOL WILDCATS From 1942–1944, more than 1,100 women the earthquake in Japan, the tsunami warning BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM left behind their homes and jobs for once-in- for the entire west coast, and the science and a-lifetime opportunity—to serve as civilian pi- analysis behind this event and how it can af- HON. DANIEL WEBSTER lots for the U.S. Army Air Forces. As the first fect us—immediately and in the long run. OF FLORIDA women to fly military aircraft during World War If H.R. 1076 is passed into law, KHSU IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES II, WASPs towed aerial gunnery targets, trans- would be prohibited from using CPB funds to ported personnel and cargo, and ferried air- acquire this necessary programming in the fu- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 planes to training fields and embarkation ture, even though it was critically important Mr. WEBSTER. Mr. Speaker, I congratulate points. At the height of the war, WASPs flew during this local emergency. the 2010–2011 Wildcat boys Basketball team more than 60 million miles which freed male There is no doubt that public radio’s ability of Winter Park High School, the reigning state pilots for combat and played a critical role in to effectively serve rural America will be per- champions from Central Florida. our victory. manently impaired if this legislation is signed Long before the first whistle blew in the reg- The Nebraskans who served as WASPs into law. ular season, the Wildcats aspired to the high- were: Dorothy L. Bancroft, Lincoln; Mary B. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to pro- est standard with their mantra, ‘‘Make His- Beecham, Omaha; Lois V. Boien, Omaha; tect this critically important resource and vote tory.’’ As the reigning 6A State Champions, Lois A. Bristol, Bayard; Grace ‘‘Betty’’ E. against H.R. 1076.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:34 Mar 30, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K29MR8.034 E29MRPT1 tjames on DSKG8SOYB1PROD with REMARKS E552 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 29, 2011 PERSONAL EXPLANATION renewed commitment on the part of the U.S. RECOGNIZING THE FIFTH ANNUAL to clean up the mess it left behind. CESAR CHAVEZ MARCH HON. JIM JORDAN I am proud of Ambassador Phung and what OF OHIO we have accomplished together. Ambassador HON. DALE E. KILDEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Phung has made an indelible mark on fur- OF MICHIGAN thering U.S.-Vietnam relations and is to be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, March 29, 2011 commended for his exemplary service for and Mr. JORDAN. Mr. Speaker, I was absent on behalf of the government of Vietnam. I am Tuesday, March 29, 2011 from the House Floor during five rollcall votes also appreciative of all he has done to pro- Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to taken on Thursday, March 17. mote religious freedom. recognize the 24th anniversary of the naming Had I been present, I would have voted On a personal note, I will miss Ambassador of Chavez Drive and the fifth annual Cesar ‘‘aye’’ on rollcalls 189, 190, and 192, and ‘‘no’’ Phung, and I extend to him, his wife, Nguyen Chavez March in my hometown of Flint, Michi- on rollcalls 191 and 193. Thi Nhan, and their two sons my highest re- gan. A celebration and fundraiser for the f gards and well wishes in all their future en- United Farm Workers members was held on deavors. March 26th to coincide with what would have HONORING THE SERVICE OF HIS been the late Cesar Chavez’s 84th birthday. EXCELLENCE LE CONG PHUNG, f Born on a family farm, March 31, 1927, AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY Cesar Chavez witnessed firsthand the suf- AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE RECOGNIZING COACH NATALIE fering of migrant workers. When the family lost SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET- RANDOLPH the farm during the Great Depression, Cesar NAM TO THE UNITED STATES OF toiled in the fields following crops across the AMERICA HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON Southwest. After serving in the U.S. Navy dur- OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ing World War II he returned to farm work and HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA began his lifelong commitment to justice for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF AMERICAN SAMOA migrant workers. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, March 29, 2011 During the 1960s Cesar Chavez, in reaction Tuesday, March 29, 2011 Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ask the to the conditions he witnessed in the fields, House of Representatives to join me in recog- became a union activist. Adopting the tech- Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise niques of industrial unions like the UAW, today to honor the distinguished service of my nizing Coach Natalie Randolph, the first fe- male boys varsity head football coach at Cal- Cesar fought against agribusiness and unfair good friend, His Excellency Le Cong Phung, laws that forbade farm workers from orga- who in October 2007 was appointed by Presi- vin Coolidge Senior High School in Wash- ington, DC, where she also teaches. nizing. A nationwide boycott of table grapes dent Nguyen Minh Triet as Ambassador Ex- and a 25-day hunger strike brought the United traordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Socialist As we commemorate Women’s History Month this year, I want to celebrate the coach Farm Workers international attention. His lead- Republic of Vietnam to the United States of ership and personal commitment forced agri- America. for becoming the first permanent female boys varsity head football coach in the District of business to sign the first union contract with Prior to his appointment, the Honorable Le the United Farm Workers. He labored to im- Cong Phung served as the First Deputy For- Columbia and the only current female boys varsity head football coach in the nation. prove the health and safety of the workers. He eign Minister, the second-highest ranking offi- fought successfully to end the use of harmful cial in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs during Natalie Randolph, a native Washingtonian, is not only a football coach, she also is a su- chemicals like DDT and benefited not only the which time he assisted the Deputy Prime Min- workers but the consumers as well. ister and Foreign Minister regarding Vietnam’s perb athlete. Coach Randolph made her mark with the DC Divas of the Independent Wom- When Cesar Chavez died in 1993, over foreign policy. 40,000 people attended his funeral. In a show From 2001–2004, he served as Deputy For- en’s Football League. After playing five sea- sons there, she became an assistant boys of respect for the man who had changed so eign Minister and as the Assistant Foreign many lives, our nation posthumously awarded Minister from 1999–2000. During his 39-year varsity football coach at H.D. Woodson Senior High School in the District for two seasons. him the Presidential Medal of Freedom. career, Ambassador Le Cong Phung served in Mr. Speaker, Flint Michigan was the first In her youth, Natalie nurtured her athletic foreign posts in England, China, and Indo- community in our nation to honor this great skills in track and field at Sidwell Friends nesia. He was also Vietnam’s Ambassador to humanitarian by naming a street after Cesar School and later at the University of Virginia. Thailand. Chavez. I ask the House of Representatives to Her love of football grew after her father first While in Washington, Ambassador Phung join me in honoring the memory of Cesar Cha- introduced her in high school to women foot- became a key figure in strengthening the U.S.- vez and his legacy to the American people. Vietnam partnership. At the Ambassador’s re- ball players. f quest, it was my privilege to join him, former Natalie began her professional career as an President Bill Clinton, Senator JOHN KERRY, educator, after receiving a Bachelor of Arts IN HONOR OF DONNA PAINTER Senator JOHN MCCAIN and Assistant Secretary degree in Environmental Science and a Mas- of State Kurt Campbell in offering keynote re- ter’s degree in Education from the University HON. JOE BARTON of Virginia. She first taught at H.D. Woodson marks on July 14, 2010 as Vietnam celebrated OF TEXAS and currently teaches Environmental Science 15 years of diplomatic relations with the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES United States. and Biology at Calvin Coolidge. With the support of Ambassador Phung and Calvin Coolidge’s winning record of 6–4 in Tuesday, March 29, 2011 in my capacity as the newly elected Chairman Coach Randolph’s debut season vindicated Mr. BARTON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the decision to make her head coach. At the today to honor Donna Painter for her dedica- Asia, the Pacific and the Global Environment, same time, the new coach required mandatory tion and contributions to nephrology nursing I returned to Vietnam in 2007 for the first time study halls and SAT prep courses to improve and kidney patients in Texas and across the in 40 years, having previously served at the the team’s academic performance. Coach country. height of the Tet Offensive in 1967. The visit Randolph is committed to winning, both inside Donna is one of my constituents from Cor- changed me. and outside the classroom. sicana, Texas and she served as President of On May 15, 2008, in close cooperation with Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association Ambassador Phung, I held a Subcommittee atives to join me in honoring Natalie Randolph (ANNA) in 2010 and 2011. hearing entitled, ‘‘Our Forgotten Responsi- for her accomplishments as a teacher who en- Donna earned her Masters of Science in bility? What Can We Do to Help Victims of courages strong academic achievement, as a Health Care Administration from Texas Wom- Agent Orange?’’ This was the first time in the world-class athlete, and as the first permanent en’s University in Dallas, Texas. She is a Reg- history of the U.S. Congress that a hearing female boys varsity head football coach in the istered Nurse and a Certified Nephrology had been held on Agent Orange which in- District of Columbia. May we wish Coach Ran- Nurse. cluded our Vietnamese counterparts as wit- dolph and the Calvin Coolidge Senior High Donna has worked for Fresenius Medical nesses. Two more hearings followed on June School Colts the best on the upcoming sea- Care in various positions since 1983. Over the 4, 2009 and July 15, 2010, paving the way for son, both on and off the field. course of her career, she has served as a

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:34 Mar 30, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29MR8.030 E29MRPT1 tjames on DSKG8SOYB1PROD with REMARKS March 29, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E553 staff nurse, a charge nurse, Home Training went up against 39 other teams from across He’s been recognized for his leadership with Coordinator, Director of Nursing, and Clinic the United States and Canada. In this regional numerous honors and awards. He was named Manager. She has also been Regional Quality competition, teams were challenged to con- one of Georgia’s 100 Most Influential People, Manager, and Director of Training and Organi- struct robots that could place tubes on ele- Executive of the Year by the National Man- zational Development for Fresenius’ West vated pegs. After finishing this first part of the agement Association, Citizen of the Year by Business Unit. Currently, in addition to serving task, the robots were required to deploy small- the Cobb Chamber of Commerce and the as President of ANNA, Donna is the Regional er robots capable of climbing to the top of a Marietta Daily Journal, and Man of Influence Vice President for Fresenius’ East Texas Re- 10–foot pole. Upon reaching the top, the by the Atlanta Business League. gion. ‘‘minibots’’ would set off sensors to signal Mr. Rhyant has taken his success and used Donna has been an active member of completion of the task. The Girls of Steel per- it to give back to his community and the 11th ANNA for more than 20 years—serving in a formed well in the qualification round, and District of Georgia. He has served on numer- variety of leadership roles. As ANNA Presi- their success continued throughout the seed- ous local and national boards, chaired many dent, she has implemented a broad range of ing and elimination rounds of the competition. major philanthropic events, and has shared his initiatives that will continue to improve care for In recognition of their hard work, intel- knowledge and experience with youth leader- patients whose lives depend on dialysis and ligence, and teamwork, I want to mention each ship forums, local schools, and even univer- other kidney replacement treatments. In par- of these inspiring young ladies by name. They sities. ticular, she has helped to ensure that ANNA are Grace Handler, Calista Frederick- will play a significant role in the nation-wide Jaskiewicz, Hallie Goldstein, Nila Ravi, Eliza- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me proliferation of quality improvements and pol- beth Kysel, Rachel Lischy, Olivia Parks, Bryce in recognizing the accomplishments of this icy in kidney care. Volk, Jaden Barney, Maya Chandrasekaran, outstanding citizen and community leader, Mr. Lee Rhyant, and wish him the best of luck as ANNA is one of the largest and most pres- Julia DiPietro, Campbell Konrad, Rachel he retires and starts a new chapter. tigious nursing associations in America. The Round, Jordyn Zechender, Naoka organization is the recognized leader in ne- Gunawardena, Dakota Calvert, Jeannette phrology nursing practice, education, research, Melanie Young, Tayler Wright, Kathryn f and advocacy. ANNA’s members are reg- Hendrickson, Pragna Mannam, Anna Maria istered nurses and health care professionals Sicenica, Dahee Kim, Zhimi Ding, and CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEW- MAN CHAPEL UNITED METH- that care for patients of all ages who are ex- Xinchao Li. ODIST CHURCH periencing, or are at risk for, kidney disease. I also want to express my appreciation to Please join me in commending Donna the Carnegie Mellon University Field Robotics Painter for her years of service to ANNA and Center, which has mentored the Girls of Steel. the patients she cares for in Texas. Thank As a result of their efforts, more young women HON. RON PAUL you, Mr. Speaker. are gaining real-world technological experi- OF TEXAS ences which will certainly aid them in the fu- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ture. GIRLS OF STEEL ROBOTICS TEAM I wish the Girls of Steel the best of luck as Tuesday, March 29, 2011 they head to St. Louis to compete this April, HON. MICHAEL F. DOYLE and I hope for their continual success. Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to f congratulate the parishioners of Newman OF PENNSYLVANIA Chapel United Methodist Church of Kendleton, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES STATEMENT OF PERSONAL Texas, on the opening of their new multipur- EXPLANATION Tuesday, March 29, 2011 pose worship center. The Center opened this past Sunday, March 27th. Mr. DOYLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. JAMES B. RENACCI congratulate the Girls of Steel robotics team Established in approximately 1872, Newman OF OHIO on winning the Rookie All-Star Award at the Chapel was the first Methodist Church orga- 2011 Pittsburgh Regional F.I.R.S.T. Robotics IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nized in the Kendleton. Originally, parishioners Competition held on March 12th and 13th. Tuesday, March 29, 2011 met by the San Bernard River under the old oak trees. Services were held at the river until Because of their hard work and impressive Mr. RENACCI. Mr. Speaker, although 1874 when the parishioners constructed a log performance, the team has been invited to present and on the House floor during the leg- cabin that severed as both as a place for wor- compete at the F.I.R.S.T. Championship in St. islative day of March 16, 2011, my ‘‘no’’ vote ship and a school. Louis in April. The championship is the final for Rollcall vote No. 186 did not register. Had and largest competition of the robotics season my vote correctly registered, the record would Newman Chapel may have come a long and features teams from across the world. display a vote of ‘‘no.’’ way from its roots in a gathering of believers F.I.R.S.T., which stands for ‘‘For Inspiration by the San Bernard River, but what has never f and Recognition of Science and Technology,’’ changed is the parishioners and staff’s com- is an organization dedicated to introducing our RECOGNIZING MR. LEE E. RHYANT mitment to the mission of building a spirit-filled youth to the world of science and technology. UPON HIS RETIREMENT community church of believers. The new wor- This year alone, approximately 250,000 stu- ship center will enhance the Church’s ability to dents are gaining practical, team-based engi- carry out this mission by providing a more HON. PHIL GINGREY spacious and comfortable location for worship neering experiences by participating in OF GEORGIA F.I.R.S.T. and other traditional church activities. The new IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As a co-chair of the Congressional Robotics multipurpose center will also be used for new Caucus, I think competitions such as these Tuesday, March 29, 2011 ministries and needed services to the all the are outstanding tools for getting students inter- Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, people of Kendleton. Some of the new pro- ested in careers in science, technology, engi- today I rise to commemorate a decade of grams planed include a Sunday morning neering, and math. I believe our nation’s future achievement by an important business leader breakfast and bible study, a senior daycare economic growth and prosperity depends in our community, Mr. Lee E. Rhyant. center, after school tutorials and programs to upon getting young people interested and en- Mr. Rhyant has spent over ten years serving provide nutritious food to Kendleton’s low-in- gaged in scientific pursuits, and I want to com- as the Executive Vice President and General come population. mend organizations like F.I.R.S.T. for the im- Manager of the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics In conclusion, I once again extend my con- portant work they do in that regard. Company facility in Marietta, Georgia. He suc- gratulations to the parishioners and staff of The Girls of Steel team is made up of 24 cessfully led a staff of 8,000 with his clear vi- Newman Chapel United Methodist Church on young women from high schools in and sion and his ability proved to be great as he the opening of their new multi-purpose wor- around the Pittsburgh area. In their first year built a strong association with the U.S. Air ship center. I am certain all of Newman Chap- of competition, and using a robot they de- Force and industry leaders in Cobb County el’s parishioners as well as the community of signed and built in only six weeks, the girls and throughout the metro Atlanta region. Kendelton will benefit from the worship center.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:34 Mar 30, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A29MR8.034 E29MRPT1 tjames on DSKG8SOYB1PROD with REMARKS E554 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 29, 2011 IN RECOGNITION OF THE 10TH is the first boy scout in Ohio’s 100 years of RECOGNIZING LINDSAY CZARNIAK PASTORAL APPRECIATION OF scouting history to earn all available merit BISHOP CLARENCE E. STEWART, badges. HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON JR. On behalf of the citizens of Ohio’s 15th OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Congressional District, I congratulate Teddy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. MIKE ROGERS Osborn on this historic scouting accomplish- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 OF ALABAMA ment. Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ask the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f House of Representatives to join me in recog- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 nizing Lindsay Czarniak for her outstanding Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I REMEMBERING ROBERT work in sports broadcasting as an anchor and would like to pay tribute to a very special Ala- CHAUNCEY MYERS reporter for NBC Washington. This month we bamian today, Bishop Clarence E. Stewart, Jr. are celebrating Women’s History Month in the Bishop Stewart has served as pastor of Am- District of Columbia by honoring Lindsay bassadors for Christ Ministries in Montgomery, HON. TOM McCLINTOCK Czarniak, whose excellence in a field domi- Alabama, since 2002. Over the past decade, OF CALIFORNIA nated by men has made her a favorite on tele- the church has grown tremendously and he’s vision here. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES also created a successful television and radio Lindsay, who was born in Pennsylvania and ministry. Tuesday, March 29, 2011 raised in Northern Virginia, is seen by her Bishop Stewart received his education in viewers as a quintessential Washingtonian be- Montgomery County, Alabama and continued Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today cause of her credibility and effectiveness in his studies at Alabama State University. He is to honor the memory of Robert Myers of connecting with residents while reporting on the son of Clarence E. Stewart, Sr. and Annie Roseville, California. our teams for NBC4 sports. After serving as Ruth Gilmore, and is father to three daughters, Robert was born in Ohio in 1937 and as a co-host of the George Michael Sports Ma- Jennifer, Shay, and Joia, and one son, Clar- young child moved with his family to Los An- chine, Lindsay struck out on her own on NBC4 ence III (Tre’). geles where he was raised. At age 17, Robert with her signature show, Lunch with Lindsay. I am proud to honor the 10th Pastoral Ap- enlisted in the United States Air Force and She has interviewed many great sports fig- preciation of Bishop Clarence E. Stewart, Jr., after completing his training as an aircraft me- ures, including Art Monk, Sugar Ray Leonard, and applaud him for his ministries in Mont- chanic, deployed overseas to Europe. Robert’s and James Brown. Lindsay also has covered gomery. post was the front lines of the Cold War, the 2008 Winter Olympics in Beijing, China, as f where he was charged with guarding and well as NASCAR races as a pit reporter on maintaining strategic nuclear assets. Robert TNT. PERSONAL EXPLANATION left the service in 1962 rising to the position of This year, our celebration of Women’s His- Crew Chief to USAF General Bernard tory Month will honor not only Lindsay HON. BILL JOHNSON Schriever, who oversaw the U.S. strategic Czarniak, but also another female OF OHIO missile program and over 40% of the Air groundbreaker, Natalie Randolph, the only IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Force budget. After leaving the armed forces, current female boys high school varsity head Robert continued a career of service to his football coach in the nation. Lindsay also has Tuesday, March 29, 2011 community as a firefighter with the Torrance generously agreed to participate in an assem- Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, on Fire Department in Torrance, California, a post bly, where she will interview Natalie Randolph, rollcall No. 186, I recall voting on the entire he held to his retirement in 1993. a member of the D.C. Divas, a woman’s pro- series in this voting session. I was standing Following his long career of public service, fessional football team, and a member of the with Rep. RENACCI (OH–16), and we both Robert and his wife, Gwen, moved to Sun City Calvin Coolidge Senior High School football voted the entire series. We both used the in Roseville, California. It is doubtless that by team concerning Coach Randolph’s football same voting machine, and he was also the time Robert moved to Roseville he had al- and coaching career. flagged as a missed vote. ready provided more service to this country Lindsay Czarniak is an inspiration to young I would have voted ‘‘no.’’ than could reasonably be expected, both girls, to women, and to all Americans who f through his service in the United States Air support equal opportunity on the basis of abil- ity and hard work. The excellence of her work RECOGNIZING TEDDY OSBORN ON Force and the Torrance Fire Department, but in the male-dominated sports world makes all HIS ACCOMPLISHMENT OF EARN- he wasn’t finished yet. While living in Sun City, who are fortunate to see her on television un- ING 129 BOY SCOUTS OF AMER- Robert became one of the founders of the Tea derstand that nothing is beyond a woman’s ICA BADGES Party group there: leading book clubs, discus- sions and activities devoted to educating citi- capability, and that no field, sports or other- zens and advocating for the founding prin- wise, is off limits to women. HON. STEVE STIVERS ciples of our country. Mr. Speaker, it is the pa- Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- OF OHIO triotism of men like Robert that will ultimately atives to join me in honoring Lindsay IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lead to the salvation of our country from our Czarniak, as a trailblazing example of excel- Tuesday, March 29, 2011 current trials, and I believe that his contribu- lence in her profession. tions to this fight at home are every bit as val- f Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to uable and important as the years he spent recognize Teddy Osborn of Grove City, Ohio BAHRAIN, IRAN AND THE GCC guarding nuclear weapons at the height of the for making Boy Scouting history in Ohio. Cold War. Teddy, a highly decorated Eagle Scout, is an Robert is survived by his wife, Gwen, his HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA active member of Ohio’s largest Boy Scout OF AMERICAN SAMOA four children: Christine, Steven, Richard and troop, Troop 200, chartered out of Northwest IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Methodist Church in Columbus. Elizabeth; and his three grandchildren: Alice, Today I would like to commend Teddy for Oscar and Sophia. The quality of Robert’s Tuesday, March 29, 2011 earning the maximum number of Boy Scouts dedicated life of service is only matched by Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise of America badges—all 129. While accumu- the remarkable family he supported and raised today to speak about the threat posed by the lating the mandated number of 21 merit as a loving husband, father and grandfather. Islamic Republic of Iran to Bahrain, a U.S. ally badges can be tough; earning all 129 badges Mr. Speaker, patriots such as Robert Myers and a member of a group of U.S. allies, The is not only going above and beyond, but is an have ensured the safety and success of our Gulf Cooperation Council or the GCC. outstanding accomplishment. union from its earliest days to the present Bahrain is a small country with a free econ- An 18-year-old senior at Columbus Bishop time, and I have no doubt that his life has omy and a government that is friendly to the Ready High School, Teddy attained what less served to further that cause. It is with a grate- United States. It plays host to the Fifth Fleet than one percent of all Boy Scouts annually ful and humbled heart that I rise today to of the United States Navy, which patrols the achieve when he earned his 100th merit honor his memory and thank him for his many waters of the Persian Gulf and protects world badge. In earning all 129 merit badges, Teddy years of service. shipping there. Bahrain has been declared a

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:34 Mar 30, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29MR8.039 E29MRPT1 tjames on DSKG8SOYB1PROD with REMARKS March 29, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E555 major non-NATO ally by the United States and security forces fear them and overreact, bia and the U.A.E. arrived on the 14th of Government, and has established a Free and this instigates a pattern of resentment and March and were immediately deployed to pro- Trade Agreement with us to facilitate better re- fear on both sides that seems—and be- tect threatened infrastructure. lations between our countries. comes—autonomous to the participants them- The foreign troops were not brought in to But today, Bahrain is under attack, in a selves. confront protesters, in spite of immediate proxy war between Iran on one side, and the This is how a terrorist threat ends up shut- claims to the contrary from opposition sources. entire GCC and their allies in the United ting down an entire society: the tactic is to In fact, with the Peninsula Shield troops States and Europe on the other. As the dem- provoke, provoke, and provoke the rulers of guarding the infrastructure, the Bahraini troops onstrations sweep through the Middle East de- society, until they react harshly in fear or can devote more time and resources to crowd manding democracy, Iran has seen its oppor- anger, and then to provoke the people to rise control, and avoid committing violence tunity to fish in troubled waters by stirring up up when the rulers impose harsh measures. sparked by fear or desperation. long-time resentments among Bahrain’s major- Iran already had been engaged in these activi- In reaction to the arrival of the foreign ity Shi’a population. ties in Bahrain for some time, when the people troops, the Prime Minister of Iran, Mahmoud Not that the Shi’a protests are without merit, of Tunisia and Egypt rose up against corrup- Ahmedinejad, issued a bizarre threat to his or are completely foreign imports: to the con- tion and repression. They had their networks neighbor, warning the Bahrainis not to seek trary, they have real complaints that the Bah- already established, and had only to stoke the help from their allies. At the same time, the raini government will have to address, and has flames of resentment they had been slowly protests took an even uglier turn, with dem- committed to address. But Iran, which has fanning over the previous years. onstrators no longer calling for democratic re- long been probing Bahraini defenses and With the security forces already strained to form, but for the complete removal and even stress-testing the social system, believes that the breaking point—in resources and in death of the entire al Khalifa family. its chance has finally come to achieve one of nerves—it was no great surprise that they Mr. Speaker, I have to ask why the dem- its cherished foreign policy goals: the weak- snapped. The resulting violence and loss of onstrators returned to protesting again, even ening of the GCC by picking off one member life was execrable, and it is a mark of honor after all their demands were agreed to. What state at a time. to the Crown Prince that he stepped in so lies behind this stubborn refusal to accept their Iran has long desired to export its so-called quickly to take control and instantly to offer long-stated goals? Is there some other goal, Islamic revolution, and to expand its influence reconciliation to the protesters. International some hidden agenda, behind the protests? Is in the rest of the Islamic world. The preamble observers breathed a sigh of relief, and felt as there indeed an influence from abroad, from to the Iranian Constitution states that their if Bahrain had dodged a bullet, and was ready Iran, which is fueling these protests and fan- armed forces, ‘‘. . . will be responsible . . . to begin cooling off. ning the flames? There is no doubt that the for fulfilling the ideological mission of jihad in In order to make it clear to the protesters Shi’a population of Bahrain has legitimate God’s way; that is, extending the sovereignty that he was serious about negotiations, so that grievances, and I am pleased that the govern- of God’s law throughout the world.’’ Iraq and they would not dismiss the offer as window ment of Bahrain has agreed to address them. Bahrain, Lebanon, Afghanistan and parts of dressing, the Crown Prince specifically named There is no doubt that many in the crowds of Pakistan, all have come in for special attention every issue the protesters have named. For protesters are loyal, patriotic citizens of Bah- because of their substantial populations of example, giving the parliament full authority— rain who are sincere in their desire for reform. Shi’ite Muslims. In fact, those who committed one of the first demands of the demonstra- We should support those desires, and we several terrorist acts during the 1980s in GCC tors—and ensuring that the government rep- should be pleased any time we see a nation countries proudly claimed allegiance to and resents the will of the people. His plan ad- that is asking for a greater voice for the public sponsorship by Iran, leading Bahrain to break dressed setting up new procedures for con- in running their political affairs. Democracy en- diplomatic relations with Iran in protest. tracting that will be transparent and include tails a great responsibility, and it should be Iran has long used its military and intel- outside audits, to reduce opportunities for cor- pleasing to every American to see other peo- ligence assets to destabilize neighboring coun- ruption by increasing overall transparency. ples that are willing to accept that awesome tries. And it aims to destabilize the entire He even brought up specific matters of law responsibility. GCC, and peel its member states away from that may seem obscure, but that result in dis- But we cannot be pleased at the prospect of the United States and the West, starting with parate impacts on the two major communities anarchy, or worse, of the violent overthrow of Bahrain. A perfect example is what has been in Bahrain, the Sunni and the Shi’a. For exam- an allied, peaceful government by the worst happening in Bahrain since last year—long ple, the Crown Prince promised to work with kind of seditious infiltration from a foreign before the current protests started. In the run- the opposition to determine fair ways to draw enemy. We cannot sit idly by while a coun- up to last year’s elections, Bahrain disrupted a the lines of voting districts because critics try—whose founding document calls for terrorist plot to instigate a violent overthrow of have charged that the current districts dilute spreading its revolution—uses its influence to the government. Although some of those ar- Shi’a voting power. undermine a peaceful neighbor and an entire rested may have been caught unfairly in a The Crown Prince described all these meas- alliance. wide net, others were shown to be complicit in ures as ways to achieve the overall goal, Iran wants to dominate Bahrain for many subversive and violent plots against the state. which is to reduce sectarian tension, and reasons. Among them are that Bahrain has a Another example of Iranian pressure before ‘‘bring an end to envy and division among Shi’a majority population, and the Iranian re- the February outbreak of protests is the con- [the] population.’’ When these overtures were gime has appointed itself the international stant burning of tires and setting of fires, al- first offered, the protesters initially stopped guardian of Shi’a rights. Another cause for most every night, at various points in Bahrain. demonstrating. Many of us believed that a cri- Iran’s animus is, of course, the presence of The youth involved claimed that they only sis had been averted, and that reason and the U.S. Fifth Fleet. Using its base in Bahrain, were trying to make a point, and to protest good judgment would prevail. But within a the U.S. Navy can not only patrol the waters their political marginalization. But the govern- couple of days, the protests were renewed, of the Arabian Gulf and protect the inter- ment recognized that the fires targeted power and the opposition derided the offer as not se- national shipping lanes; it also is well-posi- lines and communications towers more often rious, and refused to participate. The protests tioned to conduct surveillance missions, and than not, and suspected that the real aim may increased in their intensity, and swept into the even potentially to send missile strikes into have been not only to weaken infrastructure, financial district. According to BBC reporting, Iranian territory with only seconds’ warning, but also to test response times of security and young Shi’a protesters began to set up illegal should that ever become necessary. emergency personnel. This would be roughly and intimidating checkpoints in key places Furthermore, Iran’s aim is not just to domi- equivalent to ‘probing’ attacks such as sending around the country, ‘‘paralyzing business and nate Bahrain: it is to destroy the GCC alliance. fake bombs through air cargo, to see whether choking off the economy.’’ Since its inception in 1981, the GCC has been and how security forces reacted. The government acted to relieve the over- a thorn in Iran’s side. It has bound together These tactics are consistent with a contin- stressed security forces by invoking the mu- previously fractured (and sometimes com- ued pattern that we have seen from the Is- tual self-defense provisions of the GCC char- peting and even divided) countries into a lamic Republic, in Lebanon for example, of ter. This treaty provided for the establishment strong partnership, with a united economic using unwitting young people, inciting them to of a multinational force called ‘‘Peninsula market and foreign policy. It has shown itself extremist sentiments and radical action, to in- Shield,’’ with headquarters in Saudi Arabia, an ally of the United States, and an effective flame popular opinion. They convince youth to which would be available to help any member bulwark against the encroachment by Iran on rebel, and get themselves arrested; then their state defend critical infrastructure against the the foreign relations and even military policy of families and friends rise up to defend them, threat of attack. 2,000 troops from Saudi Ara- its member states. If Iran succeeds in splitting

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MIKE THOMPSON base, they have discovered that creating an law to dependence on male relatives; where OF CALIFORNIA inviting legal and regulatory framework can at- there are Christian, Jewish, and female Mem- tract an inordinate amount of foreign direct in- bers of Parliament; and where the royal family IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vestment—disproportionate to their size, or the has maintained peace and stability for over Tuesday, March 29, 2011 original size of their economy. They have suc- 300 years. In short, it is, and stands for, ev- ceeded in making their country a banking Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, erything that Ahmedinejad has sworn to de- haven, especially for the increasing number of I rise today in recognition of the 45th anniver- stroy. institutions and high net-worth individuals who sary of the Humboldt Arts Council in Humboldt want to invest without paying or receiving in- Mr. Speaker, it is in the interest of the County, California. terest, or otherwise want to comply with Is- United States to see that Bahrain continues to Since 1966, the members of the Humboldt lamic rules of investing and finance. Anyone be a haven of peace and prosperity in a trou- Arts Council (HAC) have been dedicated to who controlled that sector would have power bled neighborhood. It is in our interest to sup- promoting Humboldt County’s rich artistic her- greater than the size of the country would port the integrity of the GCC, and to provide itage. Incorporated as a nonprofit corporation seem to predict. Bahrain’s Free Trade Agree- diplomatic and political support for GCC and in 1971, HAC is the County’s largest multi- ment with the United States has doubled our Bahraini initiatives. It is in our interest to sup- disciplinary arts organization. The HAC serves bilateral trade volume since it was signed in port a government that has provided freedom as a community leader to provide opportuni- 2006, again increasing the value of the na- and opportunity for women; freedom for its citi- ties for artists of all ages, including the devel- tional GDP. zens; tolerance for religious minorities; eco- opment of art education and partnerships, as Finally, Bahrain and its leaders have in- nomic freedom, growth and prosperity; and a well as ensuring accessibility of the arts curred the wrath of the leadership of the Is- peaceful haven for the region. It is in our inter- through innovative and multicultural programs. lamic Republic by doing the unforgivable (and, est to support a government that has reached Beginning in 1996, the Humboldt Arts Coun- in many circles, unthinkable). They have out to call for peace with Israel, to put an end cil began a successful capital campaign for reached out to Iran’s arch-enemy, the only to the vicious cycle of anger and despair that renovation of the Carnegie Library Building, a country Iran hates more than it hates America: has characterized the Arab-Israeli relationship historic symbol of community pride and local the nation of Israel. In an unprecedented opin- for far too many decades. culture, into a regional art museum and art ion editorial article, published in the Wash- center. On January 1, 2000, the community For all these reasons, it is important to the ington Post July 16, 2009, Crown Prince ushered in the new millennium by celebrating United States to help its Bahraini allies in their Salman bin Hamid Al Khalifa called for direct the grand opening of the Morris Graves Mu- time of need, to withstand the threat and the communication with the people of Israel, and seum of Art. Embarking on its new ‘‘Century of for a new approach that treats peace as a increased pressure from Iran. We support the Service’’ to the community, the Museum was process, not an event. reform agenda laid out by the Crown Prince, enthusiastically welcomed and has since been Mr. Speaker, later that same year, the Bah- and call on all parties to show calm and to the leading contemporary arts exhibition and raini Foreign Minister echoed the sentiments meet together around the negotiating table. performance facility in the area. of the Crown Prince, in a formal address to We call on the Bahraini government to de- the United Nations General Assembly. This On the first Saturday of each month, thou- mand restraint from its security forces, to sands of visitors are welcomed to the Morris served to emphasize that the proposal was an avoid at all costs any repeat of the bloodshed official government position, not a private ini- Graves Museum of Art and its seven galleries we have seen. We call on the demonstrators to celebrate local artists during Eureka’s Arts tiative from a senior member of the royal fam- to sit down and negotiate their differences, ily. Alive. This includes a Courtyard Sculpture and find a way to achieve the progress that Garden, classroom facilities, an Arts Resource Iran, like other nations once characterized they deserve. as ‘rogue states’, has a vested interest in ex- Center, a Performance Rotunda, and more. tending and exacerbating the friction between Mr. Speaker, this is a critical time for one of The Humboldt Arts Council will be cele- Palestinians and Israelis, and in fact has our most important allies. The U.S. Congress brating its 45th year of advancing the arts in called for the extermination of Jews worldwide. should do all in our power to show our sup- Humboldt County on April 6, 2011. Ahmedinejad cannot countenance an outreach port, to encourage peaceful negotiations that Mr. Speaker, it is appropriate at this time by his neighbor to a nation he hates so com- will preserve the stability of the country, the that we honor the Humboldt Arts Council on pletely. continuation of the ruling polity, and the the occasion of its 45th anniversary of con- Why does Ahmedinejad hate Bahrain? It is achievement of the aspirations of all the peo- tinuing the rich legacy of the arts on Califor- easy to see. Bahrain is a member of the GCC. ple of Bahrain. nia’s North Coast.

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