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TRIBUTE TO MAJOR GENERAL In March 2000, he became the Com- nity and civic involvement, and it is for these WALTER E. GASKIN manding General, Training Command, Train- reasons that I ask that you and my other dis- ing and Education Command, MCCDC. Major tinguished colleagues rise to honor him. HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. General Gaskin then rose to Chief of Staff, f OF GEORGIA Naval Striking and Support Forces Southern PERSONAL EXPLANATION IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Europe and Deputy Commanding General, Fleet Marine Forces Europe, in Naples, Italy. Wednesday, June 7, 2006 He took command of Marine Corps Recruiting HON. RICHARD W. POMBO Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise Command in September 2004. In October OF CALIFORNIA today to honor a great Georgian and a great 2005, he was promoted to the rank of Major IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American, MG Walter E. Gaskin, who is taking General. command of the 2nd Marine Division this His personal decorations include the De- Wednesday, June 7, 2006 week, in this, his 32nd year in the United fense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit Mr. POMBO. Mr. Speaker, on June 6, 2006 States Marine Corps. with Gold Star in lieu of 2nd award, Bronze I missed recorded votes. Had I been present, Major General Gaskin was born and raised Star with combat ‘‘V,’’ Defense Meritorious I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ on rollcall votes 226, in Savannah, Georgia, and attended Savan- Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, 225, 224, and 223. nah State University on a Naval ROTC schol- Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal f arship. He graduated in 1974 and was com- with 2 Gold Stars in lieu of 3rd award, Navy missioned a 2nd Lieutenant. Upon completing and Marine Corps Achievement Medal and the TOM FOX, AN AMERICAN HERO training, he was assigned to the Second Ma- Combat Action Ribbon. rines. He served as a Rifle Platoon Com- Mr. Speaker, Major General Gaskin is the HON. JAMES P. MORAN mander and Executive Officer of Company K highest ranking African American in the Ma- OF VIRGINIA and the 106 Recoilless Rifle Platoon Com- rine Corps. He is an inspiration for young men IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mander for 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marines. and women, and I stand here to honor him Wednesday, June 7, 2006 The young Marine went on to be stationed today for his years of service to this Nation. in Okinawa and at Parris Island, before return- f Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise ing home to Savannah to serve as the Marine today to honor the life of Mr. Tom Fox, an Officer Instructor and recruiting officer for TRIBUTE TO JONATHAN A. SAIDEL American hero who tirelessly gave his life to Naval ROTC at his alma mater. While in Geor- help bring peace to Iraq but whose life was gia, he also served as the assistant Officer HON. ROBERT A. BRADY mercilessly taken from us at the hands of kill- Selection Officer at the Recruiting Station in OF PENNSYLVANIA ers on March 9, 2006. I am here to com- Macon. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES memorate the life of such a selfless and dedi- In 1984, Gaskin joined the 1st Battalion, 2nd cated individual. Marines where he served as an Operations Wednesday, June 7, 2006 Mr. Fox was born in Chattanooga, Ten- Officer. From there he was selected to attend Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I nessee and graduated with a double degree in the U.S. Army Command and General Staff rise to honor Jonathan A. Saidel, former Con- music performance and education from College. From 1987 until 1990, he served as troller for the City of Philadelphia. George Peabody College for Teachers, which an action officer at Marine Corps Head- Jonathan Saidel served as Philadelphia’s is now part of Vanderbilt University, in Nash- quarters and Marine Corps Combat Develop- City Controller for 16 years, winning reelection ville. An accomplished musician, he joined the ment Command (MCCDC), in charge of Unit most recently in 2001 with 87.5 percent of the Marine Band and spent twenty years playing Environmental Training Programs, Jungle, vote. As Controller, he has won local and na- his clarinet for them. Cold Weather, and Combined Arms Exercises. tional plaudits for reforming and professional- His passion gradually shifted from music to- Next, Gaskin served as Head, Ground Forces izing the Controller’s office, his dedication to ward peace activism and he joined the Quaker Branch in Seoul, South Korea, then as an Op- fiscal discipline, and proposing innovative Church. His views on non-violent social activ- erations Officer for the 2nd Marine Expedi- ideas to grow Philadelphia. His 1999 book ism strengthened his resolve to fight against tionary Force during exercises in Norway. ‘‘Philadelphia: A New Urban Direction’’ con- the injustices in the world. In 2002, he joined Gaskin then attended the U.S. Army War tinues to be used as a textbook in college the Christian Peacemakers Team and traveled College and was subsequently assigned as level urban studies courses. to one of the most dangerous and violent the Executive Officer, 6th Marines, 2nd Marine Jonathan Saidel has been called ‘‘a tax- parts of the world, Iraq. Division. In 1995, he assumed command of payer’s best friend’’ for his outspoken advo- For two years, he devoted his time and en- 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marines, and later he de- cacy of reducing Philadelphia’s crushing tax ergy to promoting peace and understanding ployed to the Mediterranean Sea as the Com- burden in order to spur economic development between Christians and Muslims, Iraqis and manding Officer of Battalion Landing Team and stop the exodus of people and jobs from Americans. In partnership with local Iraqi under the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit. the city. His work with then Mayor Edward human-rights organizations, he committed There he participated in Operation Assured Rendell in the early 1990’s helped return himself to non-violent forms of intervention, Response and Quick Response in Defense of Philadelphia from the brink of bankruptcy. His such as accompanying young Iraqi refugee American Embassies in Liberia and the Cen- groundbreaking audits and proposed govern- children to the Syrian border, and living in the tral African Republic. In 1998, he returned to ment reforms have saved the taxpayers over same conditions as ordinary Iraqis in the Camp Lejeune as Head of Expeditionary Op- 500 million dollars since 1990. downtown quarters of a Baghdad neighbor- eration for the Second Expeditionary Unit. Jonathan Saidel is a great humanitarian in- hood—without security or protection around In January 1999, Major General Gaskin as- volved with political causes and organizations his apartment dwelling. sumed command of the 22nd Marine Expedi- too numerous to mention, serving on the Spe- His dedication for helping others was always tionary Unit. In September of that year, he de- cial Olympics, Boy Scouts, Salvation Army apparent in everything he did. A quiet, good- ployed with them to the Mediterranean Sea as and the Variety Club. He is a Lecturer at the natured soul, he insisted on understanding the Landing Force Sixth Fleet. While there, the University of Pennsylvania’s Fels Center of hearts and minds of every person he met, be- 22nd participated in the Bright Star Exercises Government and teaches Government Fi- lieving that ‘‘there is part of God in every per- in Egypt and the Infinite Moonlight Exercises nance as an Adjunct Professor in the MBA son’’. His complete faith in the goodness and in Jordan. His unit also served as the Stra- Program at Drexel University. humanity of others allowed him to stand tegic Reserve for operations in Bosnia and Mr. Speaker, Jonathan Saidel has long through more violence and hatred than most Kosovo. been recognized for his outstanding commu- of us will ever see in our lives.

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In his WORK TO CONTINUE AFTER HIS DEATH (By Amber Healy) Working in Iraq, helping to create a Mus- own words, he said: ‘‘We are here to root out lim group based on the CPT practices, was In the nearly two weeks since news of his all aspects of dehumanization that exist within the ‘‘high point’’ of Fox’s life, he said. death became public, friends of Springfield ‘‘If Tom had come back here and lived to us. We are here to stand with those being de- native Tom Fox have been trying to make humanized by oppressors and stand firm retirement age, I can see him sitting in a peace with their friend’s passing. rocking chair and looking back on his life in against that dehumanization. We are here to He was no martyr, they say. Rather, he Fallujah and Baghdad with a smile on his would most likely be uncomfortable with all stop people, including ourselves, from dehu- face,’’ Slattery said. manizing any of God’s children, no matter how the attention focused on his work in Iraq as There have been moments when Slattery much they dehumanize their own souls.’’ part of the Christian Peacemaker Teams for said he has questioned himself, wondering if the past few years. maybe he should have been more assertive of His legacy will always serve as a testament ‘‘When Tom went to Iraq, we saw a side of his skepticism. that to fight for what you believe in and to un- him that we weren’t aware of before,’’ said derstand others is not to use violence or coer- ‘‘But he wanted to do this, and it was my Doug Smith, clerk of the Langley Hill Meet- job to support him. I don’t feel guilty, but in cion. We preserve the dignity of our humanity ing of Friends, a Quaker congregation in a way I do feel bad, that maybe in some way and our goodness by each loving action we McLean. I wasn’t the advocate for the people who Fox kept a blog in which he wrote about take on behalf of others. loved him and didn’t want him to do it,’’ he his struggles and work in Iraq, Smith said, said. ‘‘But that wasn’t my role.’’ ‘‘Too many are willing to die for war and too which provided a deeper look into a man who few are willing to die for peace.’’ Fox had a strong faith and an equally had a ‘‘depth of spirit’’ he didn’t reveal to strong belief that he was ‘‘called’’ to go to [From Connection Editorial, Mar. 16, 2006] many people. Iraq, despite the dangers he knew were there, Smith thinks it was this unassuming na- TOM FOX said friend Pearl Hoover, minister of the ture that helped Fox connect with the Iraqi Northern Virginia Mennonite Church in In the pages of The Connection, since the people, living among them in Baghdad for Fairfax. Since Fox’s death, Hoover said part beginning of the war in Iraq, we have peri- three- or four-month intervals since 2003 and of the loss people have been feeling is the odically been called to write obituaries for collecting their stories of loved ones who had men and women who have been killed in the sense of love that emanated from him. been imprisoned or taken hostage. ‘‘Tom knew how to love and let someone be conflict both in Iraq and Afghanistan. ‘‘He was able to sit and talk with just where they are instead of where he thought about anyone,’’ Smith said. ‘‘There wasn’t These were people who traveled to Iraq in they should be,’’ she said. service to their country. Losing them has anything extraordinary about him.’’ Some people may find it difficult to under- Fox joined Christian Peacemaker Teams, a been devastating to family and friends; their stand why he felt so compelled to put him- non-government organization promoting grief is sometimes tempered by knowing that self in a war zone in the name of peace, Hoo- peace, with headquarters in Chicago and To- their loved one died in doing something they ver said, but it is no different than a soldier ronto, as an alternative to impending war believed in. signing up to serve his or her country. The war in Iraq also served as a call to after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. ‘‘It is just as costly to be a peacemaker as service to Tom Fox of Springfield. It was a He did not join CPT with the intent of going it is to be a warrior,’’ she said. call of a different kind, but one driven by to Iraq, Smith said, but instead because ‘‘it The last time Fox was in Virginia, he met deep conviction and a sense of duty. Fox, a was something he wanted to do. He liked with his support group at the McLean Fam- Quaker and a pacifist, was troubled by the that [they were] a group that tried to get ily Restaurant to catch up, share stories and U.S. military response to terrorism, and into the middle of a conflict, hear all sides photographs, said close friend Hoyt Maulden. traveled to Iraq as part of a Christian Peace- and find a way to bring them together.’’ Something didn’t seem quite right when Fox maker Team. As a Quaker, Fox was following in ‘‘a long arrived, said Maulden, but he didn’t know history of peace work and social activism,’’ Fox and other members of his team were what it was until Fox pulled out a large, something he ultimately gave his life for, taken hostage in November 2005, and Fox’s brightly colored gift bag that was Smith said. ‘‘uncharacteristically loud and colorful and body was found last week. The Rev. Carol Rose, a director at CPT, flashy.’’ The Christian Peacemaker Teams group said she first met Fox when he began the ‘‘embraces the vision of unarmed interven- Fox had brought back a hand-hammered training all volunteers go through before copper plate from a market in Iraq, which he tion waged by committed peacemakers ready being assigned to one of the eight conflict to risk injury and death in bold attempts to had wrapped in gift bags for the five people zones they work in around the world. he kept in closest contact with while work- transform lethal conflict through the non- While in the middle of one of the most dan- violent power of God’s truth and love.’’ ing overseas, Maulden said. gerous places in the world, Rose said Fox ‘‘Tom always went out of his way to do the In a Feb. 16, 2005 interview with the Con- ‘‘always had a peaceful presence. He was right thing, and in this case, he wanted to do nection Newspapers, Fox said he believed very much at home there,’’ despite being it up right and make it a special event to peace in Iraq could only be achieved through well aware that, as a foreigner, especially as give us these gifts,’’ he said. non-violence. an American, it would be best to keep a low Memories like that one have been a com- ‘‘[The Iraqi] people are not being served by profile. fort to Maulden since learning of Fox’s violence,’’ Fox said. ‘‘It doesn’t help anyone. Fox all but refused to ‘‘blend in,’’ she said, death, but he said it has been more com- There is always going to be conflict, but it’s instead preferring to go to checkpoints forting talking with people who understand a question of how we deal with it. Do we set- around Fallujah, talking with the guards why Fox was working in Iraq, why it was im- tle problems with words, or do we bring out who worked there and the residents who portant to him and why it must continue. the clubs and act like cavemen?’’ spent hours waiting to cross to the other ‘‘Tom was so ordinary in some ways, but Tom Fox’s friends and associates say that side. that is what’s important to remember,’’ he he would forgive his kidnappers and his kill- Fox had a natural curiosity and desire to said. ‘‘It doesn’t take a superhuman kind of ers, knowing that they acted out of fear. He learn about the people he’d meet, said Rose. person to do what he did. Tom didn’t do any- ‘‘There was no hope in trying to keep Tom would reject any anger or any effort at re- thing other than be faithful to what he be- hidden, there was no way to keep him from prisal. lieved in.’’ standing out,’’ she laughed. ‘‘He was well- Fox wrote: ‘‘We reject violence to punish known and well-loved by his Iraqi col- anyone. We ask that there be no retaliation [From the Springfield Connection, Mar. 23, leagues.’’ 2006] on relatives or property. We forgive those CPT’s continues in Iraq, she said, despite A SIMPLE TWIST OF FATE who consider us their enemies. We hope that Fox’s death and the uncertain fate of in loving both friends and enemies and by in- Harmeet Sooden, James Looney and Norman (By Amber Healy) tervening nonviolently to aid those who are Kember, three coworkers who were kid- A little over a year ago, I had the oppor- systematically oppressed, we can contribute napped along with Fox back in November. tunity to sit and talk with Tom Fox in the in some small way to transforming this vola- Fox was the first CPT member to be killed in Borders bookstore in Springfield. We spent a tile situation.’’ Iraq, she said. little over an hour and a half talking about It is remarkable to see fellow human If things had worked out differently, Fox his work in Iraq, his dedication to peace and beings who walk in the path of their convic- could have been assigned to work in Pal- the path he felt he was called to take. Nei- tions. It is heartbreaking to see the person estine, or on a Native American reservation ther of us had any way of knowing where die as a result. in Canada, or in Colombia, where other CPT that path would take him a few months But his death was not futile—no more than workers are placed. Instead, he made himself later, nor could he have imagined the impact the death 2,000 years ago of the one he fol- at home in Iraq, said longtime friend Paul that conversation has had on me, both per- lowed. Slattery. sonally and professionally.

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Dur- led, in the work he did, in the people of Iraq AT WOODLAWN EXPERIENCE THE CONTINUING ing the announcements after the meeting, Mason stood up and offered to teach people so much that he put himself in harm’s way REVELATION OF HISTORY, COMMUNITY, SPIR- how to make soap. ‘‘I just want to fill my for months at a time over the past three ITUALITY house with people I make soap as a hobby years. And while he may not come back to (By John Teschner) and I want to invite people over,’’ she ex- tell us all he learned, all the progress he A few minutes before 11 a.m., the greetings plained. made, all the stories he heard of suffering and conversations in the hallway are ‘‘Most of us Quakers . . . think it’s really and hard work and struggles, his life speaks petering out and the Friends of the Alexan- important to put into action what we believe volumes. dria Meeting at Woodlawn are slipping into in any way that we are gifted or led. Even A father of two grown children, Tom left the meeting room to begin worship. Despite though it is a mystical religion, we get in- the faint hum of voices still audible outside, behind a life of respectable hard work as the volved in the world . . . the mix of mys- the silence within the room envelopes each assistant manager of a department in a ticism and practicality is why it appeals to friend as he or she steps through the door Whole Foods, a life of routine and safety, to me,’’ said Nancy Jones, the meeting’s liaison into the stillness. to Ventures in Community, a coalition of so- put himself where he felt needed. He joined The room is either 155 or 140 years old, de- cial services and faith-based organizations the Christian Peacemaker Teams to go into pending on which side of the room the ques- along Route 1. ‘‘If God is in everyone of us— war zones, places by definition rife with dan- tion refers to. Its white walls with dark wood when I say God I mean the spirit, life, there ger, where his life would be threatened just paneling are interrupted frequently by win- are so many names and they’re all inad- by being there. He was trained about the dows, and the sunlight streams through the equate—if that presence is within everyone, dangers, make no mistake about that. He clear panes. A wood stove still sits on one that leads to certain ways of relating to was warned, he was prepared, he was unwav- side of the room, but on this clear and cold other people and the world—animate or inan- ering in what his mission in life held. He put March morning the warm air is flowing from imate . . . I’m comfortable with one-on-one himself, as CPT members vow, in the way. modern vents. The wooden benches face to- interactions with people. So I find myself wards the center, parallel to the walls behind Tom was not the first American to die in situations where I get to relate in that way them. They are constructed simply and sol- Iraq. He’s not even the first person outside . . . That’s one of my strengths and gifts.’’ idly. Some bear graffiti left by the bored the war to lose his life there, So what makes One way Jones expresses her gift is by being hands of idle men. They are the name of peo- his loss different? What can we learn from a chaplain at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. ple and places, Union soldiers temporarily She also has volunteered, along with other the life and death of a 54-year-old man? hospitalized or picketed on a long patrol, Friends, with the Hypothermia Project, He can teach us about forgiveness. Tom leaving a record that they existed, that they staying overnight at Rising Hope’s tem- would want us to forgive the person who had a home. porary shelter for homeless people during killed him because his violent death was an The worship meeting has begun, though no the cold months. act of fear, not an act of terrorism. His cap- one has begun it. The stillness folds inward. Glenn Elvington describes how Quakers ture, along with James Looney, Harmeet ‘‘Quakers believe that they come into wor- view the business and budget decision-mak- Sooden and Norman Kember, his CPT co- ship to wait on God. We believe in con- ing process as a ‘‘spiritual exercise.’’ In ear- workers, was an act of desperation, not one tinuing revelation, that God directs us. By lier days, ‘‘One of the few reasons to be read sitting in this silence and listening we re- of hatred. The actions of the members of the out of a meeting was to go bankrupt,’’ he ceive that direction and support,’’ said Linda Swords of Righteousness Brigade have been said. ‘‘The way Quaker spiritual practice Spitzer, the clerk of Woodlawn Quaker out of anger at something bigger than these blends into everything we do in interacting Friends Meeting, a position that, like many with the real world is through business four men. It was retaliation, perhaps, but aspects. of the Quaker community, resists meetings. Business meetings held with a they picked the wrong people to victimize. definition but is essentially an elected exec- sense of worship.’’ During these meetings the He would be quick to point out that thou- utive who serves a three-year term. clerk attempts to ‘‘get a sense of the meet- sands of lraqis have lost loved ones, through ‘‘You’re there with your own thoughts,’’ ing’’ in order to reach a decision. The sense kidnapping or death, for decades. He would said Meghan Evans, a Friend in the meeting. is based more on a spiritual intuition of com- mention that his death is one of countless ‘‘Holding things up to the light,’’ added promise and agreement rather than on win- others in the name of war. He would not Christine Fernsler, who is a teacher at ner-take-all votes or autocratic executive want to be made an example of, he would not Sidwell Friends School. decisions. want to be seen as anything other than an- Meeting lasts one hour. It is possible the ‘‘Sometimes people think Quakers are other loss during wartime. He was a soldier entire hour may be spent without a word maybe naive,’’ said Fernsler, ‘‘but it’s a real- for peace. being spoken. More commonly, a Friend will ly thought-through seeking to nourish For the teenagers who knew Tom and be moved to stand and make a statement, what’s good in others. I know it’s not so easy spent time with him at Quaker retreats or putting into voice thoughts engendered by sometimes.’’ the meditative silence. These statements are youth groups, I am so terribly sorry for your Quakers are and have been active in move- usually brief and infrequent. Even a ‘‘talk- ments for prison reform, abolition, equal loss. Your teacher has brought you to a point ative’’ meeting will contain more silence rights, and peacemaking. In the 19th cen- where you can follow in his footsteps in than speaking. But words dropped into still- tury, many Quaker homes were stops on the whatever way you are meant. His love of life ness are heavy, and the ripples they leave in Underground Railroad that helped escaped can be found in all of your smiles, the memo- people’s thoughts last long after the speaker slaves reach free states. In the 21st century, ries you have of him, the stories you share has taken a seat again. Quakers have been prominent in the anti- with each other. ‘‘When people speak out of the silence, we war movement. Tom Fox, who was taken For the members of the Langley Hill often hear that of God in them . . . It’s not hostage and ultimately murdered in Bagh- Friends Meeting, I grieve with you for the a canned sermon, what bubbles up is what’s dad,—. attended the Woodlawn Meeting until loss of your Friend. He was a truly remark- on people’s mind,’’ said Spitzer. the mid-1980’s. Some of his family members able man who will be missed more than any ‘‘What’s coming out of meeting—spoken still attend the meeting, and many and unspoken—is perspective,’’ said Holly of us can say. But the life he led was full of Woodlawn Friends shared strong bonds with Mason. ‘‘It changes your priorities—what’s light. Fox. really important or less important. That’s ‘‘That’s where the peacemaking is rooted, For Tom’s children, my heart breaks for what all religion really does . . . Meeting is in building fellowship between people,’’ said you. I have no words to help ease your pain the format that works for me to worship . . . John Stephens, who has helped manage a or offer you sufficient comfort. Your father it puts a lot more responsibility on you, on memorial Web site for Fox. He was dis- belonged to you more than anyone, and you the individual. The ministry is not the re- cussing Quakerism’s identity with Christi- shared him with all of us. We are so grateful sponsibility of some overreaching priest or anity and its philosophical roots in the bible. for that, and I hope that might bring you clergy, but from within and from each per- Stephens cites the letters of Paul, which de- some comfort. son.’’ scribe the Eucharist as the simple act of The Alexandria Friends Meeting at sharing a meal and bringing people together. Peace is possible. We just have to remem- Woodlawn was founded by a group of Quak- ‘‘That is really what Tom [Fox] was most in- ber that it still exists, it can be found, in ers from New Jersey and Pennsylvania. They volved in,’’ Stephens said, ‘‘sharing meals time of turmoil and grief and war and seem- moved to the area in the late 1840’s for two with people and building civility on frontiers ingly insurmountable pain and suffering. The reasons: to find oak timber suitable for sell- between friend and enemy.’’ light is always there, even in the darkest ing to Northern builders of clipper ships and Gordon Roesler describes the meeting’s night, the most frightening storm, the most to start a plantation that would employ free participation in the Friends Committee on painful tests. Peace is always within reach if blacks and prove that it was possible to National Legislation. ‘‘One of their primary you stretch out your hand to find it. make money without slave labor. ‘‘You see goals is increasing peace and opposing war

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He IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES explains that the meeting works closely with appeal for its youngest members. ‘‘We have United Community Ministries, a local non- families that come here because their kids Wednesday, June 7, 2006 profit. ‘‘We view that as peacemaking.’’ Ste- bring them back.’’ Children say ‘‘this is one place they could always come and feel to- Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. Speaker, I was unable phens added to this. ‘‘What Tom’s example to vote on following amendments to H.R. 5441 reveals to us is that peacemaking is not so tally accepted for themselves . . . We treat much laying demands on the others but en- children with respect. We treat them as on June 6, 2006: during sacrifice to serve others . . . Much of equals. We’re on a first name basis. They call King of Iowa Amendment (Roll No. 223): peace activism [as practiced by other enti- me James . . . We don’t put any conditions Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ ties] is making decisions for others.’’ But on them, on how they look or dress or be or Kingston of Georgia Amendment (Roll Call ‘‘Christian peacemaking emphasizes serving believe . . . It’s a very warm, loving commu- No. 224): Had I been present, I would have rather than dominating . . . With Christian nity . . . You see the teenagers interacting voted ‘‘aye.’’ peacemakers, most of the work involves ac- with the little kids. You see little kids some- Mr. Speaker, I was also unable to vote to companiment, being with groups under at- times walk into meeting and instead of sit- Table the Appeal of the Ruling of the Chair tack.’’ But, Stephens said, Fox and his col- ting with their parents they sit with some- (Roll Call No. 225). Had I been present, I leagues found that in Iraq their presence one else.’’ often exacerbated violence. So they ‘‘had to would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ Rachel Messenger brings her daughter to reinvent’’ their role. They ‘‘trained a Muslim And finally, Mr. Speaker, I was unable to meeting, just as her parents brought her. peacemaker task force’’ and on how to navi- vote on passage of H.R. 5441 (Roll Call No. She has been attending meeting ‘‘since I was gate the bureaucracy of the different gov- 226). Had I been present, I would have voted two years old.’’ She remembers when the erning organizations that hold power in the building had pit toilets and the Friends met ‘‘aye.’’ country. f Tom Fox’s death brought his work to the only once a month. ‘‘It was a lot smaller then [in the 1960’s]. It’s really evolved into attention of the country, but the Friends at SUPPORT FOR THE WEAPONS OF what it is today,’’ she said. ‘‘I find it dif- Woodlawn remember a life dedicated to MASS DESTRUCTION COMMISSION small acts of fellowship. Warren Treuer’s ferent than the rest of the world. I find it a lasting memory dates from two decades ago, lot more loving, more accepting, more toler- when Fox knew he would be moving to a new ant . . . I wanted to raise my daughter in a HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY meeting. ‘‘One of the last things he did was loving environment.’’ OF MASSACHUSETTS crawl under the building, in the mud, to Like many American communities, the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wrap insulation around the pipes,’’ Treuer Friends of Woodlawn are confronting the said. gaping holes that war tears into the fabric of Wednesday, June 7, 2006 As this recollection suggests, maintaining daily life. Tom Fox heard something in the Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the historical continuity of the Woodlawn silence that called him across the earth to Friends community and the building that commend the Weapons of Mass Destruction bring simple acts of fellowship into a war shelters it is a practical expression of spir- Commission, and its chairman Dr. Hans Blix, zone. But during the Civil War, Woodlawn ituality. This means that the meeting on the release of their major report entitled, itself was a war zone, caught in the no-man’s house’s location within the grounds of Fort land between North and South. ‘‘Weapons of Terror: Freeing the World of Nu- Belvoir has created concern for many clear, Biological and Chemical Arms.’’ I urge Friends. Chalkley Gillingham, one of the meeting’s my colleagues to consider and heed the vital ‘‘It’s hard because here we are, a peace ac- founders, kept a journal during this period. recommendations put forward by Dr. Blix and tivist church, sitting on the edge—sur- During the battle of Bull Run, he wrote, rounded by—a military base,’’ said Spitzer. ‘‘while we sat in meeting we heard the noise the Commission. At a time when the spread of ‘‘We have a lot of members who feel very of war and roar of battle.’’ Later he recorded weapons of mass destruction endangers all of strongly about peace.’’ In response to Sept. that ‘‘we continually hear the din of drums humanity and the international community 11, a military checkpoint was built at the and guns.’’ At various times, the meeting struggles to find unity in the face of this threat, intersection with Route 1 that controlled ac- house was commandeered as a picket for sol- the Weapons of Mass Destruction Commis- cess to the meeting house as well as to the diers, officers’ quarters and a field hospital. sion shows us a way forward to a WMD-free base. Some Friends refused to pass through But throughout these disruptions, and true future. this entrance because of their pacifist be- to his Quaker sense of practicality, Gilling- As the former Director General of the Inter- liefs. Belvoir worked with the Meeting to ham maintained the workings of the farm as build an alternate drive. On Sunday morn- national Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and best he could. May 13, 1864: ‘‘Nearly done the Executive Chairman of the UN Monitoring, ings, the army allows Friends to pass planting corn; also very busy about the nurs- through without entering the checkpoint. ery and tree planting . . . our milk business Verification and Inspection Commission Jim Nations, clerk of the Trustees Com- changed the first of this month into an ice (UNMOVIC), Dr. Blix is uniquely well-qualified mittee (which is comparable to a non-profit cream business—the [Union] hospitals [in Al- to speak on the issue of weapons of mass de- organization’s board of directors) says that exandria] have got someone else to serve struction, and we would do well to listen he is appreciative of Fort Belvoir for giving them [milk]. We buy all the cream we can closely. them Sunday access and letting them tap into the fort’s water system. get in the neighborhood, say 20 to 50 gallons, I would recommend that all of my col- Although Spitzer says some soldiers do at- and make ice cream. [We] sell it at one dol- leagues read this important and timely report. tend the meeting, many people on the base, lar a gallon.’’ I ask that a summary of the Report’s principal as well as in the wider community, know lit- Gillingham’s tombstone can be found in recommendations be inserted into the RECORD tle or nothing about the small white building the small graveyard behind the meeting at this point. tucked in among the trees near Woodlawn house. The names of Union soldiers are WEAPONS OF TERROR—FREEING THE WORLD OF Gate. James Cartwright was stationed at carved into the walls and into the benches of NUCLEAR, BIOLOGICAL AND CHEMICAL ARMS Belvoir until he retired in 1992. ‘‘The first the building itself. The Friends of Woodlawn SYNOPSIS time I walked in here and sat down for wor- are sitting in the silence. ship I knew this was where I was meant to Why Action Is Necessary: Nuclear, biologi- be,’’ That was 12 years ago. But when he was A friend is moved to speak. He recalls an cal and chemical arms are the most inhu- stationed at Belvoir, ‘‘I didn’t even know it article in the Washington Post detailing how mane of all weapons. Designed to terrify as was here. I drove past the building a whole scientists studying the background radiation well as destroy, they can, in the hands of ei- lot and didn’t even know what it was.’’ He of interstellar space hypothesize that 13.7 ther states or non-state actors, cause de- said he hopes new signs will make that more billion years ago, in one trillionth of a sec- struction on a vastly greater scale than any clear. ond, our universe sprang into being from the conventional weapons, and their impact is ‘‘There’s been a lot of disagreement among size of a marble. The Friend reads a far more indiscriminate and long-lasting. Quakers’’ over their relationship with the quotation from the ‘‘Tao Te Ching,’’ seeking So long as any state has such weapons—es- military, Cartwright said. But Quakerism to understand the deepest origins of science pecially nuclear arms—others will want hasn’t changed his perceptions of his own and faith. In this historic, wood-paneled them. So long as any such weapons remain military service. ‘‘My perception was chang- room, with its lantern brackets and iron in any state’s arsenal, there is a high risk ing before that, which is what led me to find stove, it is this searching, the silence and that they will one day be used, by design or them.’’ Cartwright had protested Vietnam, the speaking from it, that is the strongest accident. Any such use would be cata- but was drafted. He agreed to join volun- link to Gillingham and the meeting’s past. strophic.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A07JN8.063 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1051 Notwithstanding the end of the Cold War Recognize that countries that are not After the war, Senator Bentsen began his balance of terror, stocks of such weapons re- party to the NPT also have a duty to partici- long and distinguished political career, return- main extraordinarily and alarmingly high: pate in the disarmament process. ing to his native Rio Grande as a decorated some 27,000 in the case of nuclear weapons, of Continue negotiations with Iran and North which around 12,000 are still actively de- Korea to achieve their effective and verified veteran. In 1946, he was elected Hidalgo ployed. rejection of the nuclear-weapon option, County judge, and two years later, at age 27, Weapons of mass destruction cannot be while assuring their security and acknowl- was elected to the U.S. House of Representa- uninvented. But they can be outlawed, as bi- edging the right of all NPT parties to peace- tives. Mr. Bentsen served the residents of ological and chemical weapons already have ful uses of nuclear energy. Houston in the House for 8 years, and then been, and their use made unthinkable. Com- Explore international arrangements for an returned to Houston to work in the private sec- pliance, verification and enforcement rules assurance of supply of enriched uranium tor. After having achieved a great deal of cor- fuel, and for the disposal of spent fuel, to re- can, with the requisite will, be effectively porate success, he decided to return to public applied. And with that will, even the even- duce incentives for national facilities and to tual elimination of nuclear weapons is not diminish proliferation risks. life in 1970 as a candidate for the U.S. Sen- beyond the world’s reach. 4. Work towards outlawing all weapons of ate. He won a bitter primary and went on to Over the past decade, there has been a seri- mass destruction once and for all: defeat then-Congressman George H.W. Bush ous, and dangerous, loss of momentum and Accept the principle that nuclear weapons for the first of four Senate terms. During his direction in disarmament and non-prolifera- should be outlawed, as are biological and tenure in the Senate, Bentsen sought the tion efforts. Treaty making and implementa- chemical weapons, and explore the political, Democratic nomination for the presidential pri- tion have stalled and, as a new wave of pro- legal, technical and procedural options for achieving this within a reasonable time. mary in 1976, and was the vice-presidential liferation has threatened, unilateral enforce- nominee in the 1988 presidential election. ment action has been increasingly advo- Complete the implementation of existing cated. regional nuclear-weapon-free zones and work Senator Bentsen’s political career was In 2005 there were two loud wake-up calls actively to establish zones free of WMD in marked by his compassion towards those he in the failure of the NPT Review Conference other regions, particularly and most ur- served, a deep knowledge of economic policy, and in the inability of the World Summit to gently in the Middle East. and a propensity to build bipartisan coalitions. agree on a single line about any WMD issue. Achieve universal compliance with, and ef- As a Member of the House, he was only a It is critical for those calls to be heeded now. fective implementation of, the Chemical handful of southern congressmen who voted Weapons Convention, and speed up the de- What Must Be Done: The Weapons of Mass against the poll tax, which was used to pre- Destruction Commission makes many spe- struction of chemical weapon stocks. cific and detailed recommendations through- Achieve universal compliance with, and ef- vent blacks from voting. In the Senate, he at- out its report (see Annex 1 for a consolidated fective implementation of, the Biological tained the rank of Senate Finance Committee list). The most important of them are sum- and Toxin Weapons Convention, and improve chairman, and quickly became one of our na- marized below. cooperation between industry, scientists and tion’s most respected voices on tax, trade, and 1. Agree on general principles of action: governments to reinforce the ban on the de- economic issues. Throughout his political ca- Disarmament and non-proliferation are velopment and production of biological reer, Bentsen earned the reputation as being best pursued through a cooperative rule- weapons and to keep abreast of developments highly skilled at navigating the legislative proc- based international order, applied and en- in biotechnology. forced through effective multilateral institu- Prevent an arms race in space by prohib- ess and crafting deals behind the scenes. As tions, with the UN Security Council as the iting any stationing or use of weapons in the first Treasury Secretary under the Clinton ultimate global authority. outer space. Administration in 1993, he was one of the ar- There is an urgent need to revive meaning- f chitects of the President’s deficit-reduction ful negotiations, through all available inter- program. In recognition of his service, he was governmental mechanisms, on the three TRIBUTE TO SENATOR LLOYD awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in main objectives of reducing the danger of BENTSEN 1999. present arsenals, preventing proliferation, Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my other distin- and outlawing all weapons of mass destruc- tion once and for all. HON. AL GREEN guished colleagues to join me in honoring the States, individually and collectively, OF TEXAS work and accomplishments of Senator Lloyd should consistently pursue policies designed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Bentsen. As a soldier, businessman, elected to ensure that no state feels a need to ac- Wednesday, June 7, 2006 official, and statesman, Lloyd Bentsen served quire weapons of mass destruction. with honor and distinction. His life-long devo- Governments and relevant intergovern- Mr. GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, today I tion to public service will serve as an inspira- mental organizations and nongovernment ac- am honored to extend my deepest regrets as tion to future generations of Americans, and tors should commence preparations for a we mourn the loss of one of our nation’s most World Summit on disarmament, non-pro- his many contributions on behalf of the resi- respected statesmen, Senator Lloyd Bentsen. dents of Texas and the nation will continue to liferation and terrorist use of weapons of Senator Bentsen’s lifelong service to our coun- mass destruction to generate new momen- offer guidance to the institutions and commu- tum for concerted international action. try was marked by his sharp intellect, skillful nities he served. coalition building, and deep personal integrity. 2. Reduce the danger of present arsenals: f no use by states—no access by terrorists: As a World War II veteran, public servant, and Secure all weapons of mass destruction and businessman, Senator Bentsen offered HONORING CONGREGATION all WMD-related material and equipment strength of character and compassion to his KODIMOH ON ITS 90TH ANNIVER- from theft or other acquisition by terrorists. fellow man. His tireless work on behalf of the SARY Take nuclear weapons off high-alert status citizens of the State of Texas and our nation to reduce the risk of launching by error; has made an indelible mark on the institutions make deep reductions in strategic nuclear HON. RICHARD E. NEAL weapons; place all non-strategic nuclear and communities he served. OF MASSACHUSETTS weapons in centralized storage; and with- Senator Bentsen began serving his country IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES draw all such weapons from foreign soil. in 1942 when he enlisted in the U.S. Army Prohibit the production of fissile material during World War II. After briefly serving as a Wednesday, June 7, 2006 for nuclear weapons, and phase out the pro- private conducting intelligence work in Brazil, Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, it duction of highly enriched uranium. he became a pilot and flew combat missions gives me great pleasure to pay tribute to the Diminish the role of nuclear weapons by from southern Italy with the 449th Bomb Congregation Kodimoh of Springfield, Massa- making no-first-use pledges, by giving assur- ances not to use them against non-nuclear- Group. Senator Bentsen quickly ascended the chusetts as it celebrates its 90 Year Anniver- weapon states, and by not developing nuclear ranks of the military. At age 23, he was pro- sary this year. weapons for new tasks. moted to the rank of Major and given com- It is my honor to represent a congregation 3. Prevent proliferation: no new weapon mand of a squadron of 600 men. In 18 months whose contributions to Springfield and its Jew- systems—no new possessors: of combat, he courageously flew 35 missions ish community have been so significant over Prohibit any nuclear-weapon tests by against highly defended targets that were cru- the years. On this special anniversary, I in- bringing the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test- cial to the German war effort. In total, he flew clude in the Congressional Record Congrega- Ban Treaty into force. Revive the fundamental commitments of 50 missions over Europe. Senator Bentsen tion Kodimoh’s complete chronological history all NPT parties: the five nuclear-weapon was shot down twice during the war and re- and extend my heartfelt congratulations to states to negotiate towards nuclear disar- ceived the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Rabbi Alex and Dr. Bella Weisfogel who will mament and the non-nuclear-weapon states Force’s highest commendation for valor, be honored for their accomplishments at a din- to refrain from developing nuclear weapons. among other decorations. ner on June 11, 2006.

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For all of their accomplishments, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Kodimoh honors Rabbi Alex and Dr. Bella Kodimoh’s story reflects the common immi- Wednesday, June 7, 2006 grant’s success story and parallels the growth Weisfogel at a dinner celebrating the 90th an- of the city of Springfield. niversary on June 11, 2006. Mr. COOPER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Kodimoh which means ‘‘forward’’ or f recognize the outstanding achievements of ‘‘progress’’ in Hebrew was founded in 1916 by one of Nashville’s most respected music pro- a segment of the Jewish community with a TRIBUTE TO JUDGE LEONARD fessionals, Buddy Cannon. Just two nights spirit of optimism caught up in the success of PERRY EDWARDS II ago, Buddy was named by his peers as the the first generation of Jewish immigrants and Producer of the Year at the Academy of Coun- the boom of Springfield as an important eco- HON. ANNA G. ESHOO try Music Awards in Las Vegas. nomic urban center. The name further sug- OF CALIFORNIA Buddy has worked with a long-list of chart- gests the desire of the founding members for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES topping recording artists during his years in the congregation to fit in to the American way Wednesday, June 7, 2006 Nashville. Kenny Chesney, Chely Wright, Reba McEntire, John Michael Montgomery, of life. The Jewish community formed in Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I join my col- Sara Evans and George Jones have all bene- Springfield primarily in the North End section leagues Mr. HONDA and Mr. FARR today to of the city in the mass immigration from East- honor a distinguished American, Judge Leon- fited from his work as a producer. In addition, ern Europe in the last decades of the 19th ard Perry Edwards II, who is retiring after he helped launch the careers of stars such as century and early 20th century. When the first nearly 25 years as a Judge of the Santa Clara Shania Twain, Sammy Kershaw and Billy Ray generation of Jewish immigrants prospered County, California, Superior Court, and who Cyrus while a recording company executive. and achieved economic success, a segment served as Supervising Judge of the Juvenile While his award this week honors him for his desired to provide for itself a better standard Dependency Court from 1993 to 2005. work as a producer, he is also well known and of living. Judge Edwards’ excellence in public service celebrated as a songwriter with songs re- The move to the beautiful new neighbor- mirrors that of his father, Congressman Don corded by artists from Mel Tillis to Alabama, hood of Forest Park began, and a synagogue Edwards. He was born in Michigan, earned his George Strait and Vern Gosdin. was needed. The first meeting of Kodimoh B.A. from Wesleyan University and his J.D. According to those who have worked with took place in the home of Moses Ehrlich, the from the University of Chicago. Before becom- Buddy, his gifts extend beyond the world of first president of the congregation. Kodimoh ing a Judge he registered black voters in Mis- music. Buddy is known throughout the music was founded to maintain Orthodox standards sissippi during the Civil Rights movement, community for his generous spirit and his will- and practices in modern America. English served in the Peace Corps in Malaysia, taught ingness to spend time with young artists who rather than Yiddish would be the language of law in Norway, served as a Public Defender are still in search of their own sound. Kenny sermons, while the synagogue and its mem- and practiced law. In 1981, he was appointed Chesney, honored by the ACM as Entertainer bers would participate in civic affairs. Tradition Superior Court Judge of the Santa Clara of the Year, said recently that ‘‘Back before I would feel at home in a new world. County Court by Governor Jerry Brown. even had a record deal, Buddy was writing The first building was completed in 1923 on Judge Edwards founded Child Advocates of songs with me at Acuff-Rose and he gave me Oakland St. and an adjacent school building Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties, Kids in a lot of respect as someone trying to find their was built in 1937. Through the ’50s, as more Common, Juvenile Court Judges of California, way, and he taught me a lot about respecting Jews moved to the Park, Kodimoh took its Santa Clara County Domestic Violence Coun- songs—even before he was part of my team.’’ place as a prominent institution in the Jewish cil, the Greenbook Project and the Forensic Buddy Cannon’s passion for music and re- community and in the city. The congregation Human Services Certificate Program. He has spect for musicians is well known in Nashville maintained traditional Jewish practice and ef- held office in more than 25 professional orga- and the music world. I join with so many oth- fectively educated the new generation. The nizations, and most recently served as Presi- ers in congratulating Buddy on his latest membership required more space for the bur- dent of the National Council of Juvenile and achievement—being named Producer of the geoning program of services and activities, Family Court Judges. He has received more Year. But I also join with so many others in and the current modern facility was built in than 40 national, state and local awards for thanking Buddy for his many important con- 1963, a short distance away on Sumner Ave. his excellence and service, including the Wil- tributions to the global music community and While a large segment of the Jewish commu- liam H. Rehnquist Award for Judicial Excel- to my hometown of Nashville. nity and several synagogues moved to Long- lence, given by the National Center for State f meadow, an adjacent suburb, the leadership Courts. He has published more than 40 arti- PERSONAL EXPLANATION of Kodimoh decided to keep the synagogue in cles and written two books, one with his wife, Forest Park. Inger J. Sagatun-Edwards. Judge Edwards The new building witnessed extensive has lectured in 43 states and eight foreign HON. CANDICE S. MILLER growth through the ’70s as Kodimoh continued countries. His next career will be as a consult- OF MICHIGAN to follow its mission of maintaining Orthodox ant for California’s judicial system which will IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Judaism, involvement in the broader Jewish enable him to teach his innovative methods to Wednesday, June 7, 2006 community, and local affairs. As the economic judges around the State. Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, had opportunities in Springfield declined, the syna- Judge Edwards has earned the esteem of I been present for votes on June 6, 2006, I gogue also saw many young people seek jobs his colleagues and the admiration of the fami- would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on roll call votes num- elsewhere. However, Kodimoh remains a vi- lies to whom he has devoted his career. Be- bered 223, 224, 225, and 226. brant and important religious center which cause of his tenacity, his creativity, his com- makes a vital contribution to the community. passion and his belief in others, thousands of f We have faith that Springfield will continue to families are now rehabilitated and functioning TRIBUTE TO COLONEL JAMIE L. strengthen itself and the synagogue will ben- well. ADAMS, USAF efit. It is a special privilege for us to honor Judge Many important rabbis have served the con- Leonard Edwards and his extraordinary ca- HON. BOB INGLIS gregation. Rabbi Isaac Klein continued his reer, and we are proud to call him our friend. OF SOUTH CAROLINA prominent career in Buffalo, while Rabbi Nor- Mr. Speaker, we ask our colleagues to join us IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES man Lamm became the President of Yeshiva in honoring this great American who exempli- University. Rabbi Alex Weisfogel from 1959– fies the best in citizenship and whose career Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1982 led the synagogue during the construc- in jurisprudence sets the gold standard for our Mr. INGLIS of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, tion of the Sumner Avenue building and country. As Judge Leonard Edwards retires, I rise today to congratulate Colonel Jamie L. oversaw the congregation’s growth. As Rabbi he has the gratitude and respect of the entire Adams on the occasion of his retirement from Emeritus, he has remained in the community House of Representatives. He has made our the United States Air Force after more than 30 with his wife, Dr. Bella Weisfogel. Together community and our country stronger and bet- years of distinguished service to the Depart- they continue their involvement in synagogue ter through his leadership and public service. ment of Defense and his country.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A07JN8.071 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1053 A native son of South Carolina, Jamie grew systems acquisitions, or steering a large De- nessee, who was recently recognized here in up in Greenville, just a stone’s throw from my fense agency through the white waters of Washington by the American Bar Association. home in Travelers Rest. After graduating from change, Col. Adams served with unwavering She received the Paul G. Hearne Award for Carolina High School in Greenville, he set out diligence, integrity, and competence. On the dedicating her personal and professional life to on a military career, heading across the state occasion of his retirement from the United improving the lives of people with disabilities to Charleston, and enrolling in The Citadel, States Air Force, I offer my congratulations to in her community. earning a degree in business administration one of South Carolina’s finest sons and wish Thirteen years ago when she began to have and a commission as a second lieutenant in him and his wife, Sandra, well in their future trouble walking, Ms. McKown was diagnosed the United States Air Force in 1973. Now, pursuits. with a rare, degenerative neurological condi- some 33 years later, this highly respected Air f tion. It has grown increasingly worse over time Force acquisition professional will end his mili- and severely restricted her mobility, but any- tary career while serving as the chief of staff TRIBUTE TO CHRIS SWECKER one who knows her will tell you nothing can of the Defense Contract Management Agency hold this very special woman back. (DCMA). DCMA is a worldwide organization of HON. SUE WILKINS MYRICK Paul G. Hearne, for whom the award was 11,000 military and civilian personnel respon- OF NORTH CAROLINA named, was born with a connective tissue dis- sible for ensuring that the supplies and mate- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES order that limited his growth and restricted his rials going to our men and women in uniform movement. But with hard work and determina- are delivered on time and are of the highest Wednesday, June 7, 2006 tion, he fought through it and created opportu- quality. Mrs. MYRICK. Mr. Speaker, I would like to nities for himself and others. Like Hearne, Ms. As a newly commissioned officer, Jamie honor and recognize Chris Swecker, the Fed- was assigned to the procurement office at McKown’s life is marked by similar achieve- eral Bureau of Investigation’s Assistant Direc- ments despite daunting physical setbacks. Moody Air Force Base in Georgia. It was there tor for the Criminal Investigative Division and Since 1996, she has worked at the East that his ascent to the top echelons of the De- Acting Executive Assistant Director for Law Tennessee Technology Access Center in fense acquisition community began. Displaying Enforcement Services. On July 13, 2006, Knoxville as their public awareness coordi- a penchant for understanding the intricacies of Agent Swecker will be retiring from the FBI. nator and systems change advocate and ana- Federal contracting, he blazed a career path His years of service to America have been in- lyst. The Access Center is the region’s only that in the ensuing decade took him to various valuable, and he will be missed. contracting assignments throughout the United nonprofit agency that helps people with dis- Assistant Director Chris Swecker has served States and saw him rise through the junior-of- abilities gain knowledge of assistive tech- in the FBI since June 13, 1982. In his early ficer ranks. nology. It serves people with disabilities in 24 years in the Bureau, he served as a special In the mid-1980s, Jamie was named chief of counties—helping them learn, work, play, and agent in Charlotte, North Carolina and in Okla- the contracting division of the 67th Tactical lead more productive, independent lives. homa City, Oklahoma. Later, he served as a Reconnaissance Wing at Bergstrom AFB, supervisor in the Civil Litigation Unit, Legal A tireless spokesperson for the rights of Texas, and promoted to the rank of major. Council Division, at FBI Headquarters, as act- people with disabilities—whether they were While there, he earned a master’s degree in ing Special Agent in charge in Miami and born with a disability or became disabled business administration, an academic creden- Houston, and as an Inspector with the Inspec- through an accident, illness or old age—Ms. tial that would serve him well as he took on tion Division. He later returned back to Char- McKown has fought for their rights to live with positions of increasing authority and responsi- lotte, North Carolina, to serve as Special dignity and choice. Her achievements on the bility within the pressure-packed realm of Air Agent in Charge from 1999 to 2004. In 2004, behalf of the disabled are too numerous to list, Force acquisition management. In 1999, after he was promoted to Assistant Director for the but several deserve mention here on the having been promoted to the rank of colonel, Criminal Investigative Division. He has also House floor. he was tapped to be the chief of contracting been serving as Acting Executive Assistant Di- In Anderson County, where she lives, she for the Air Mobility Command at Scott AFB, Il- rector for Law Enforcement Services since has served on the County Commissioner’s linois, a demanding job in which he led a February of 2006. Americans with Disabilities Act Oversight com- cadre of more than 600 contracting profes- Chris has served our country in all these dif- mittee since its inception in 1995 and now sionals who exercised stewardship of $1.4 bil- ferent roles with honor and distinction. His serves as its chairwoman. Ms. McKown has lion for procurement in support of America’s work has made America a safer place. During also provided her expertise to the Tennessee strategic and tactical airlift mobility network. his time in the FBI, he dismantled a Hezbollah Disability Coalition, the lead agency for 35 dis- But all that was prelude to his capstone as- terror cell in Charlotte, served as the com- ability-related organizations statewide. signment for the past two years as DCMA mander of FBI operations in Iraq, and cap- Through her work with the Coalition’s Project chief of staff, a position that showcased his tured the top 10 fugitive Eric Rudolph. In addi- Vote, Ms. McKown helped drive improvements acquisition knowledge, his human-relations tion, he has helped streamline and upgrade to polling stations that increased voting access skills, and his results-producing leadership. the criminal investigation divisions in the FBI for disabled citizens of Anderson and Knox With Col. Adams in the vanguard, DCMA suc- so that they are more efficient and effective. Counties. cessfully adopted the principles of perform- He has fought public corruption, violent gangs, ance based management, ensuring effective, Ms. McKown’s energy and caring touch has protected America’s children, and has outcome-centered support to its customers— reached from Anderson County across the even formed special child abduction response principally the military services and National State of Tennessee. Because of her involve- teams. Aeronautics and Space Administration. He ment with the Coalition, when the State re- consistently demonstrated a blend of technical Chris has accomplished all this, while being wrote the code governing the Department of competence and affability, reconciling diver- a loving husband and a father to three daugh- Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities gent points of view and catalyzing the agen- ters. I know I speak for everyone back home in 1999, she was asked to be one of five inde- cy’s pursuit of acquisition excellence, work- when I say thank you Chris, for all your hard pendent reviewers of the final draft. Her rec- force re-engineering, and customer satisfac- work. We are safer because of you. Congratu- ommendation that group homes across the tion. This past spring, in firm testament to his lations on your retirement, and best of luck. State for people with developmental disabil- stature within in the Defense acquisition com- f ities should be less crowded was accepted. munity, Jamie was a featured presenter at the Now instead of eight people, they are only TRIBUTE TO LOUISE MCKOWN Institute for Defense and Government Ad- permitted to house half that many, greatly im- vancement-sponsored Defense Acquisition proving the quality of life for these physically 2006 forum, where he shared his insights on HON. ZACH WAMP challenged Americans. contingency contracting and the management OF TENNESSEE Ms. McKown’s life is an example for other of contractors on today’s battlefield—a chal- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Americans, showing that nothing and no one lenge of considerable import over the past can hold you back if you put your mind to Wednesday, June 7, 2006 three years. achieving what you want. In the words of her Whether he was approving base-level pur- Mr. WAMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to friends, she is truly a woman on a mission and chase orders, maintaining vigilance over major honor Louise McKown of Oak Ridge, Ten- I am proud to stand here on her behalf today.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A07JN8.075 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS E1054 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 8, 2006 BEULAH SPATZ Pat Deon is a respected member of the left to attend Northern Illinois University, where Bucks County community. A successful busi- she earned a master’s degree in educational HON. JIM GERLACH nessman and entrepreneur, Pat has become a administration. From September 1980 to June OF PENNSYLVANIA leader in his region, serving on numerous 1988, Mrs. Rusin served as principal of St. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES local and statewide boards and commissions. Francis of Assisi School in Chicago, where Wednesday, June 7, 2006 Since 1995, Pat Deon has been a volunteer she met her husband, Ben Rusin, who was member of the Board of the Southeastern actively involved in the parish. In 1989, Mrs. Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rusin returned to the classroom to teach jun- honor Beulah Spatz for her 70 years of serv- (SEPTA), and has served as Board Chair ior high school science for 2 years at St. Ed- ice to her employer, Campbell’s Fitting Com- since 1999. Since being named chairman of ward School in Chicago. pany of Boyertown, Pennsylvania. Beulah SEPTA, Pat Deon has transformed this $3 bil- In 1991, Mrs. Rusin came to St. Josaphat began with the company, then called Camp- lion public transportation asset from an organi- School in Chicago, where she has served as bell Nipple works, in 1936 with a high school zation wracked by inefficiency to a model of principal for the past 15 years. When Mrs. degree and a passion for math and account- progress and competence. Rusin began her tenure, St. Josaphat had 85 ing. With SEPTA well in hand, Pat turned his at- students and was on the brink of closing. Beulah began her career as a receptionist tention to our highways in 2002 and was ap- Today, St. Josaphat is flourishing with over and clerk for the owner, Mr. Louis Campbell. pointed to a four-year term as a member of 250 students. Through a groundbreaking pro- In 1939, Beulah’s career dream came true the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission. Be- gram with DePaul University, Mrs. Rusin has when Mr. Campbell elevated her to the posi- sides his public works, Pat Deon is also ac- brought new learning methods to St. Josaphat. tion of controller. tively involved in community service. He is Mrs. Rusin and Dr. Akihiko Takahashi joined In 1949, Mr. Campbell sold the company to Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of forces to train St. Josaphat teachers, as well Mr. Frederick Paff, who changed the com- Temple Lower Bucks Hospital, board member as DePaul student teachers, in the methods of pany’s name to Campbell Manufacturing Com- of the Bucks County Community College learning and teaching utilized in Japanese pany and, with this son Thomas D. Paff, ex- Foundation, and the Bucks County Enterprise schools. panded and improved business operations Zone. During Mrs. Rusin’s time as principal of St. and opportunities. Today, under the leadership In addition to these endeavors, both Pat and Josaphat, the school has been widely recog- of Thomas J. Paff, Campbell is a leader in the his wife Carlene are strong local supporters of nized throughout the Archdiocese and the city industry both nationally and internationally. the Special Olympics, the American Red of Chicago as one of the premiere educational Beulah has steadfastly stayed with the com- Cross and Race for a Cure. His work with the facilities for pre-school through 8th grade. Mrs. pany through name and ownership changes. Special Olympics alone has allowed a delega- Rusin was recently awarded the Sheffield Star In the years she worked at Campbell, she’s tion of 116 athletes and coaches to attend the Award, presented each year to two individuals gone from using a typewriter to main frames first ever USA National Games in Iowa. who bring distinction and leadership to their to the modern personal computer. Beulah has For many, this would be enough, but Pat profession and make the Sheffield Neighbor- been the company’s foundation and her col- has also excelled in business. Pat Deon has hood a multi-faceted and desirable place to leagues remark that she always knew where extensive residential and commercial real es- live. every penny was coming from and being tate developments in Bucks and Montgomery Under the leadership of Mrs. Rusin, St. spent. Beulah is now looking forward to spending Counties, and construction services in the Josaphat continues to achieve its mission to her hard-earned retirement with her daughter Northeast region. He is also the owner of educate and challenge its students to see be- Suzie. Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues WBCB–AM radio in Bucks County and a suc- yond themselves and go beyond the familiar join me today in honoring Beulah Spatz for her cessful restaurateur through his ownership of so that they may lead responsible, fulfilling exemplary record of service and dedication to the Temperance House Restaurant and Inn lo- lives. Mrs. Rusin has been devoted to pre- the company, its management and employees. cated in Newtown, Bucks County, Pennsyl- paring her students for academic excellence in And I wish to extend to her this institution’s vania. their continuing educations. best wishes for health and happiness in the I can think of no better person deserving the Mr. Speaker, on behalf of a deeply grateful coming years. honor of the Justinian Society as Pat Deon. community and with enormous appreciation for His success is a clear example that the Amer- decades of dedicated service to students, f ican Dream is indeed alive and well. In addi- alumni, faculty, staff, and friends, I thank Mrs. RECOGNIZING THE BUSINESS AND tion to serving as a model of success, Pat Elizabeth Rusin for her extraordinary leader- CIVIC ACHIEVEMENTS OF Deon is also an example of modesty. He ship and selfless commitment to learning and PASQUALE T. DEON, SR. never searches for the spotlight, never craves to the city of Chicago. Mrs. Rusin left a mark fanfare or publicity for his good works. I am on each school she was a part of and will not HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK proud to represent him in Congress, and I am be forgotten. We will remember her countless OF PENNSYLVANIA proud to acknowledge him today. contributions, and wish her continued success IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f in her retirement. f Wednesday, June 7, 2006 HONORING MRS. ELIZABETH R. Mr. FITZPATRICK of Pennsylvania. Mr. RUSIN TRIBUTE TO ROGER S. MEIER Speaker, I rise today to recognize the achieve- ments of Pasquale (Pat) T. Deon, Sr. a con- HON. RAHM EMANUEL HON. ANNA G. ESHOO stituent in my district who will be honored to- OF ILLINOIS OF CALIFORNIA morrow at the 2006 annual scholarship lunch- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES eon at the Justinian Society of Philadelphia for his contributions to the business community in Wednesday, June 7, 2006 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 the Philadelphia region and the community of Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise this Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Bucks County, Pennsylvania where he lives. evening to recognize Mrs. Elizabeth R. Rusin honor the memory of a distinguished Amer- Since 1935, the Justinian Society has of Chicago. Mrs. Rusin will be retiring after ican, Roger S. Meier, who died on June 5, served as the premier legal organization in the four decades as an educator and administrator 2006, at the age of 80. Philadelphia area for Americans of Italian an- with the Archdiocese of Chicago. Mr. Meier, a fourth-generation Oregonian cestry. Comprised of attorneys, judges and Mrs. Rusin grew up at Maryville Academy in who lived most of his life in Portland, was a law students, the society has directed itself to Chicago where she graduated high school. descendant of the founders of the Meier & maintaining the honor of our legal system and After attending 1 year at Clark College in Du- Frank Company. He graduated from Yale Uni- the high ethical standards that distinguish its buque, Iowa, she left college to raise a family. versity and married Laura Schwartz of New practice in our society. The Justinian Society She later returned to college to earn a bach- York City in 1952. He worked at Meier & accomplishes its mission by promoting con- elor of arts in speech therapy and education at Frank as a Director and Vice-President until tinuing legal education programs, offering Mundelein College in Chicago. the store was sold to the May Company in scholarships to Italian American law students In 1971, Mrs. Rusin taught at St. Viator 1965. and by promoting civic engagement by the School in Chicago, where she served as as- Mr. Meier was the President and Chief Ex- legal community. sistant principal from 1974 to 1979, when she ecutive Officer of AMCO, Inc., a privately

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K07JN8.003 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1055 owned investment company for more than 30 rea’s DMZ as part of the U.N. occupation While earning his Masters in School Admin- years. The Governor of Oregon appointed him forces. Although stationed in Korea, Orlando istration at DePaul, Kevin began teaching to the Public Employees’ Retirement Board in was determined to keep his music alive. He General Education at Bell Elementary School 1970, and he also served through appointment entered the All Army Talent Competition, win- in 1974. In 1977 Kevin moved to LaSalle Lan- on the Oregon Investment Council from 1973 ning first prize in the Pacific Command. A mu- guage Academy, where he taught Upper to 1986 as Chairman. The Oregonian ob- sical tour of Korea and Japan followed, with a Grade Mathematics. During his tenure at La- served that unpaid public service has rarely, if trip to Washington DC for the finals, capped Salle, Kevin earned many distinguished ever, generated such a profound financial ben- by a performance on The Ed Sullivan Show. awards including Teacher of the Year in 1979, efit for Oregonians. ‘‘ While still in uniform and stationed in Cali- the Kate Maremont Dedicated Teacher Award Mr. Meier served with distinction as Chair- fornia, Orlando once sat in for Tito Puente on in 1989, and the Milken Family Foundation Illi- man of the Board of Trustees for the Portland timbales at the Hollywood Palladium. Years nois Distinguished Educator Award in 1990. Art Museum, and as Director of Pacific West- later he appeared with Tito at the Palladium, In 1991, Kevin moved into school adminis- ern Bank, PacWest Bancorp, NI Industries, this time each leading his own orchestra, and tration when he was named the principal at Fred Meyer, Inc., Key Bank of Oregon, Red dueling on timbales. Jamieson Elementary School. As principal of Lion Inns, Key Trust Company of the North- Following his military service, Orlando re- Jamieson, Kevin immediately challenged his west, and The Acorn Family of Funds. Mr. turned to New York and was featured at var- teachers and students to help make Jamieson Meier also gave generously of his time and ious New York dance venues, including the one of the premier schools in the Chicago talents through his service on the boards of Limbo Lounge and the Bronx’s renowned Public School system. Under his leadership, the Catlin Gabel School, University of Oregon Hunts Point Palace. Jamieson earned awards in the Academic Health Sciences Center, Good Samaritan Hos- Orlando’s maturation as an artist became Bowl, Athletics, Oratory, Robotics, the History pital, the Oregon Historical Society and the evident with the release of the albums: ‘‘Se Te Fair, the Science Fair, and the Math Competi- Legacy Health Systems Retirement Trust. Quemo La Casa’’ ‘‘Que Chevere’’ and ‘‘Esta tion. In 1999, Kevin qualified as a finalist for Mr. Meier is survived by his wife, Laura; his en Algo’’ which included his smash hit the Outstanding Leadership Award given by daughters, Alix Goodman and Jill Garvey; his ‘‘Aprende a Querer’’, hailed by his peers to be the Chicago Principals Association and the sons-in-law, Tom Goodman and Tony Garvey; his best. However, Orlando demonstrated his Chicago Public Schools. true musical genius when he began to move and four grandchildren, Laura and Caroline In addition to teaching, one of Kevin’s other outside of the familiar Mambo box, releasing Garvey, and Andrew and Reid Goodman. He passions has been his love for his alma mat- ‘‘Out of My Mind’’, the first Boogaloo album is also survived by his nieces Muffie Meier, ter, DePaul University, the place his father ever recorded, and ‘‘Saxaphobia’’, which con- Mary Meier Ryan and Lynn Novelli, and his called home professionally for many years. tained arrangements for five saxophones but grand-nephew J. Allen Meier Ryan. Our educational community will continue to be none of the traditionally Latin trumpets. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me served by Kevin as he begins his new job next Orlando’s music is appreciated not only by in extending our sympathy to the entire Meier fall at DePaul, coordinating the student teach- the denizens of New York’s traditional Latin family. Roger Meier was a national treasure, ing program. who loved his community and his country and dance venues, but also by non-Latin fans throughout the five boroughs and beyond. In The same year Kevin began his position as served them exceedingly well. He will always principal of Jamieson Elementary School, he be missed and never forgotten. 1999, the Governor of New York presented Orlando with the Bobby Capo Lifetime married his wife, Carol. Together they are the f Achievement Award in recognition of his dedi- proud parents of three daughters, Maggie, Ra- TRIBUTE TO MR. ORLANDO MARIN cation to Latin music and his fans for nearly a chel, and Bridget. Kevin’s family has always half century. been a priority in his life, and Kevin plans to HON. JOSE´ E. SERRANO Perhaps what is most impressive about this spend much time with them as he begins the remarkable musician is his willingness to de- next phase of his life. OF NEW YORK vote time and energy in order to help those Mr. Speaker, I join with all of those Kevin IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who are less fortunate than he. Orlando has has influenced throughout his career as an ed- Wednesday, June 7, 2006 served as an employment counselor for com- ucator in recognizing Kevin M. McCann for his Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, as New York munity based organizations, including the Na- years of devotion to education and service to City prepares to host the 48th Annual Puerto tional Puerto Rican Forum, thereby helping our community while at Jamieson School, and Rican Day Parade, a celebration or Puerto countless young men and women find the wish him continued happiness in the future. Rican culture and heritage, I would like to rise road to success. In addition, he spends a to pay tribute to Mr. Orlando Marin. A great great deal of his time performing for those f Puerto Rican musician, Orlando continues to who cannot come to see him, such as hospital PERSONAL EXPLANATION excite audiences with his masterful play that patients, inmates of correctional facilities, and has earned him the title: the Last Mambo nursing home residents throughout the New King. York area. HON. ANNA G. ESHOO Mambo was exploding in the early 50s Mr. Speaker, for his masterful play, innova- OF CALIFORNIA when a young Orlando, captivated by its tive genius, and devotion to his fellow man, I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rhythms, developed a keen interest in Latin ask that my colleagues join me in honoring Wednesday, June 7, 2006 percussions. At the age of 16, while preparing Mr. Orlando Marin, the Last Mambo King. for a career as a cartoon illustrator at New f Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, due to reasons York’s prestigious High School of Industrial beyond my control, I was unable to cast votes HONORING KEVIN M. MCCANN Arts, he formed a small band. The band quick- on rollcall votes 211 through 222 on the ly evolved into a ten-piece orchestra and was evening of May 25th of this year. I would like the first of the Bronx-born Latin Dance ensem- HON. RAHM EMANUEL the record to reflect how I would have voted OF ILLINOIS bles to achieve solid commercial success, ap- on the following rollcall votes. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pearing in such renowned venues as New On rollcall vote No. 211, I would have voted York’s fabled Palladium Ballroom. The youthful Wednesday, June 7, 2006 ‘‘yes’’; On rollcall vote No. 212, I would have ensemble, appropriately nicknamed La Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor voted ‘‘no’’; On rollcall vote No. 213, I would Orquesta de la Juventud (the Orchestra of Kevin M. McCann of Chicago for his many have voted ‘‘yes’’; On rollcall vote No. 214, I Youth), included 14 year old Eddie Palmieri on years of service and dedication to education. would have voted ‘‘yes’’; On rollcall vote No. piano and 15 year old Joe Quijano on vocals, After 32 years in elementary education. Kevin 215, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’; On rollcall vote both of whom were destined to become Latin is retiring from his position as principal of No. 216, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’; On rollcall Music greats in their own right. Jamieson Elementary School in the 5th Dis- vote No. 217, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’; On Orlando soon began to emerge as a Mambo trict’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. rollcall vote No. 218, I would have voted star, recording ‘‘Mi Mambo’’ with the Plus label A lifelong Chicagoan, Kevin attended St. ‘‘yes’’; On rollcall vote No. 219, I would have and ‘‘Arriba Cha Cha Cha’’, and ‘‘Let’s Go Patrick High School on the City’s west side. voted ‘‘yes’’; On rollcall vote No. 220, I would Latin’’ with Fiesta Records. However, in 1958 He graduated in 1969 and went on to earn a have voted ‘‘yes’’; On rollcall vote No. 221, I his quick assent to stardom was interrupted as degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from would have voted ‘‘yes’’; On rollcall vote No. he was drafted by the U.S. Army to patrol Ko- DePaul University in 1973. 222, I would have voted ‘‘no.’’

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Mr. Speaker, it is with great support of H. Con. Res. 409, commemorating ical professionals on the struggles that low in- pleasure that I rise today to pay tribute to the the 60th anniversary of the ascension to the come people face in accessing quality health 48th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Pa- throne of His Majesty King Bhumibol care. Dr. Selinger has made it a priority to rade, which will be held on June 11, 2006 in Adulyadej of Thailand. His Majesty King help numerous physicians understand how New York City. This parade, which celebrates Bhumibol Adulyadej ascended the throne on they can be part of the solution by organizing the heritage of the Puerto Rican people, is June 9, 1946 and is the longest-serving mon- and contributing their services to chartable one of the largest outdoor events in the United arch in the world. medical programs for disadvantaged people. States. His Majesty King Bhumibol will receive a Project Access continues to grow in the special Human Development Lifetime Achieve- Spokane area. Because of its success, largely The first New York Puerto Rican Day pa- ment Award from the United Nations Develop- due to Dr. Selinger’s commitment, the Spo- rade, held on Sunday, April 12, 1958 in ‘‘El ment Agency for his dedication to social jus- kane County Medical Society has agreed to Barrio’’ in Manhattan, was a wonderful event tice, growth with equity, human security, sponsor Project Access and help expand the in the heart of the city’s Puerto Rican commu- democratic governance, and sustainability. network of physicians in the Inland Northwest. nity. During his reign, Thailand has become a Not only has Dr. Selinger and his tireless work In 1995, the overwhelming success of the constitutional democracy in which Thai citizens been recognized by Spokane County, but it parade prompted organizers to increase its enjoy the right to change their government has also been recognized by distinguished size, and transform it into a national affair now through periodic free and fair elections held on community members, physicians, and private known as the National Puerto Rican Day Pa- the basis of universal suffrage. businesses. The impact of Project Access on rade. This magnificent New York institution His Majesty King Bhumibol has always en- our community would not be at the level it is now includes participation from delegates rep- joyed a special relationship with the United today if it were not for the leadership of Dr. resenting over 30 states, including Alaska and States, having been born in Cambridge, Mas- Samuel L. Selinger. Hawaii and attracts over 3 million parade sachusetts, where his father, Prince Mahidol Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge goers every year. of Songkla was studying medicine. Dr. Samuel L. Selinger for his exceptional The United States and Thailand have en- service to the city of Spokane, and to thank The great success that this parade has en- joyed over 170 years of friendship since the him for the role he has played in providing joyed over the years is a result of the tireless signing of the Treaty of Amity and Commerce free or low cost health care to the disadvan- efforts of many individuals from all walks of life in 1833, the first such treaty signed between taged citizens of Spokane. who are dedicated to preserving and cele- the United States and any Asian country, and f brating Puerto Rican heritage and culture. on December 30, 2003, President George W. Leading this effort is the National Puerto Rican Bush designated the Kingdom of Thailand as PERSONAL EXPLANATION Day Parade, Inc. a non-profit organization a major non-NATO ally. founded in 1995 with the mission of increasing Mr. Speaker, His Majesty King Bhumibol HON. MARK R. KENNEDY the self-awareness and pride of the Puerto Adulyadej has proudly led the people of Thai- OF MINNESOTA Rican people as a way of addressing issues of land for 60 years. I rise today to offer con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES economic development, education, cultural gratulations to His Majesty King Bhumibol and Wednesday, June 7, 2006 recognition, and social advancement. best wishes for continued health and pros- The parade up New York’s Fifth Avenue, perity to his Majesty and the Kingdom of Thai- Mr. KENNEDY of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, while certainly the most visible aspect of the land as we continue the historic friendship be- had I been in Washington yesterday, June 6, celebration of the Puerto Rican people, is not tween the Thai and American people. 2006, my votes on the following Rollcalls the only event associated with the National f would have been as follows: Puerto Rican Day Parade, Inc.’s activities. Roll No. 223, King/Campbell—‘‘yes.’’ RECOGNIZING DR. SAMUEL L. Roll No. 224, Kingston—‘‘yes.’’ Each year more than 10,000 people attend a SELINGER variety of award ceremonies, banquets and Roll No. 225, Table the Appeal of the Ruling cultural events which not only help to highlight, of the Chair—‘‘yes.’’ but also strengthen the special relationship HON. CATHY McMORRIS Roll No. 226, On Passage—‘‘yes.’’ shared by Puerto Ricans and the City of New OF WASHINGTON f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES York. Over the years, the two have developed IN RECOGNITION OF THE 50TH AN- a symbiotic relationship—Puerto Ricans shar- Wednesday, June 7, 2006 NIVERSARY OF THE CITY OF ing a vibrant and beautiful culture that has Miss MCMORRIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today LIGHTHOUSE POINT helped turn New York into a bilingual city and to recognize Dr. Samuel L. Selinger for his un- the City of New York helping Puerto Ricans to wavering dedication to provide access to af- HON. E. CLAY SHAW, JR. flourish economically, politically and culturally. fordable health care in the Inland Northwest. The annual parade captures the spirit of this OF FLORIDA After a long and prestigious career as a heart IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES special relationship and celebrates its suc- surgeon, Dr. Selinger retired and began to vol- cess. unteer his time and services at a free health Wednesday, June 7, 2006 Mr. Speaker, as a Puerto Rican, a New clinic. There he experienced first hand the Mr. SHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cel- Yorker, and a Member of Congress, it is an frustrations associated with caring for dis- ebrate the 50th Anniversary of the wonderful honor to participate in this national event in advantaged citizens and took it upon himself City of Lighthouse Point, Florida. I am proud which thousands of individuals march along to find a better way to provide them with ac- to have represented the residents of this city Fifth Avenue in celebration. The National cess to health care. for the 26 years I have served in Congress. Puerto Rican Day Parade is a communal cul- The effort led by Dr. Selinger contributed to Incorporated on June 13, 1956, Lighthouse tural treasure, national in scope and impact, the development of a program in Spokane that Point derived its name from its location under which unites all New Yorkers. I ask my col- caters to the health care needs of the low-in- the beam of the famed Hillsboro Lighthouse. leagues to join me in paying tribute to the come population. As a result of his diligent Armed with a petition signed by over 100 resi- Puerto Rican people and to all who have work, in the fall of 2003, Dr. Selinger wit- dents favoring incorporation, community lead- worked to ensure that the upcoming parade is nessed the creation of Spokane’s own Project ers traveled to Tallahassee to seek approval. a success. Access. Project Access is a national move- Story has it that 77 names on the petition

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In 1956, approximately 150 people resided Abraham Lincoln, one of our Nation’s great- As we tragically learned the lesson of in the newly incorporated area. Most of these est presidents, once said, ‘‘You cannot escape Katrina in New Orleans, the best time to deal residents had grown up in other parts of the the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it with a damaged flood wall is before the rains country during the 1920’s and 1930’s and today.’’ begin. Make no mistake; the levies that are many had served in WWII. What had originally Yet that is precisely what we have been our country’s entitlement systems can only be been farm land was now a network of canals doing—avoiding our responsibility to future plugged for so long. Without major repair and generations of Americans by passing on a and residential lots providing residents with a long-term fix, we are facing a financial dis- broken system in the form of unfunded Social waterfront living and easy access to the Intra- aster like never before. Security, Medicare and Medicaid obligations. coastal Waterway and the ocean beyond. It There is near unanimous agreement by all And it’s been both sides of the aisle and in was an idyllic place to make a new life for who have looked at this issue: Social Security both Republican and Democrat administra- and Medicare are amassing huge deficits and yourself and your family. In 1956, Dwight Ei- tions. senhower was elected President and Leroy are ill-prepared for the coming flood of new The growing gap between money that has baby boom retirees. Collins was elected Governor of Florida, both been promised to future generations in various for second terms, a first class postage stamp When our retirement security programs like entitlement programs and that which is avail- Social Security and Medicare were estab- was three cents and Elvis Presley’s ‘‘Don’t Be able to pay these promised benefits is stag- Cruel’’ was the number one record. lished, the ratio of workers supporting each re- gering. tiree was more than 10 times the number sup- Today, Lighthouse Point is a thriving com- To meet the government’s current unfunded munity of approximately 10,767 residents. It porting retirees today. In 1945, there were 42 promises for future spending, every Amer- workers for each retiree. Last year, the ratio has moved from services provided by volun- ican—including multimillionaires like Bill Gates teers to a full service city with its own police, dropped to 3 workers for each retiree and is and Warren Buffett—would have to hand over expected to drop to just 2 workers for each re- fire, and public works departments. Although it 90 percent of their personal net worth in to- has grown dramatically, as has all of South tiree by 2030. day’s dollars. This is unacceptable. The 2006 Social Security Trustees Report Florida, it has retained its feeling of a small I deeply believe there is a moral component paints a grim picture with projections that the town community. Eighteen miles of canals, that goes to the heart of who we are as Amer- Social Security Trust Funds will begin running parks and numerous recreational activities and icans. By that I mean, I wonder if we have lost cash flow deficits in 2017 and be exhausted in special annual events such as Keeper Days the national will to make tough decisions that 2040—one year sooner than last year’s pro- and Lighthouse ‘‘A’’ Glow all contribute to the may require sacrifice? Moreover, have we lost jection. That means that by the year 2040, the hometown feel of Lighthouse Point. It con- the political courage to reject the partisan and projected federal income will only be sufficient tinues to maintain its heritage and its standard special interest demands and do what is best to pay 74 percent of scheduled benefits. of striving to be the best place to live and for our country? Perhaps even more troubling than the So- If we remember the legacy we have inher- raise a family. cial Security projections are those for Medi- ited, the debt we owe to previous genera- Mr. Speaker, Lighthouse Point is a jewel in care. the landscape of South Florida. I am honored tions—our grandparents and our parents and By 2010, the trust fund expenditures are to represent the city and her residents in the the sacrifices they made to make our country projected to exceed annual income from all U.S. House of Representatives. I am also what it is today—we all will be moved to do sources and the reserves will be depleted by pleased to take this opportunity to recognize our duty. 2018, 12 short years from now. According to The SAFE commission should be embraced and congratulate Lighthouse Point on the oc- the trustees, ‘‘Medicare’s financial outlook has by both sides of the aisle. I am open to sug- casion of its 50th Anniversary. deteriorated dramatically over the past five gestions about the legislation from members f years and is now much worse than Social Se- of both parties. This is a national issue; not a curity’s.’’ INTRODUCTION OF THE SAFE COM- Republican issue or a Democrat issue. A month ago I took a trip to Antietam Na- As a father of five and grandfather of 11— MISSION (SECURING AMERICA’S soon to be 12—the challenge posed by the FUTURE ECONOMY) tional Battlefield. As I walked along ‘‘Bloody Lane,’’ the site of one of the most vicious bat- pending retirement of baby boomers strikes tles of the Civil War, I was struck by how me as much more than a routine policy dis- HON. FRANK R. WOLF many individuals made the ultimate sacrifice. cussion. OF VIRGINIA September 18, 1862 was the bloodiest sin- Without action, just what kind of future are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gle day in American history. There were more we leaving to our children and grandchildren? My youngest grandchild is just two months Wednesday, June 7, 2006 than 23,000 casualties, nine times as many Americans killed or wounded than in World old. By the time she is 15 years old, 29 cents Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, few are willing to War II’s D–Day on June 6, 1944. More sol- out of every dollar paid in income taxes will be admit—much less discuss—the looming finan- diers were killed and wounded at the Battle of required to cover the needs of Social Security cial crisis facing our country. Antietam than the deaths of all Americans in and Medicare to pay for my retirement. That’s However, the longer we put off fixing the the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the not including payroll taxes of almost 15 per- problem, the worse the medicine will be and Mexican War and Spanish-American War cent. the greater the number of Americans who will combined. By the time she completes her under- be hurt. We need to begin this conversation I also recently visited the site of George graduate degree, more than 45 cents out of with the American people today. Washington’s crossing of the Delaware River every dollar of income taxes then will be need- That is why I am introducing legislation to in anticipation of the Battle of Trenton. Wash- ed to cover the shortfall of Social Security and establish a national commission that will put ington was down to only 3,000 soldiers and Medicare, rising to 62 cents out of every dollar everything—entitlement benefits and all other the war was almost lost. Yet, with great cour- if she decides to get her doctorate 10 years federal programs as well as our tax policies— age—and sacrifice—Washington and his later. Again, this is on top of payroll taxes. on the table and require Congress to vote up forces were successful in changing the direc- Sadly, before she retires—and looks into the or down on its recommendations in their en- tion of the American Revolution. eyes of her own grandchildren—retired baby tirety, similar to the Base Realignment and And with Memorial Day’s recent passing, I boomers will be consuming 88 percent of Closure Commission (BRAC) first created by think of the tremendous sacrifice being made every income tax dollar. With the baby former Rep. Dick Armey in 1988. by the thousands of men and women serving boomers consuming so much, there will be lit- This commission would be called the SAFE today not only in Iraq and Afghanistan, but tle money left to meet the needs and chal- Commission, to secure America’s future econ- around the globe. Their families here at home lenges of her generation. Not only is this un- omy. are also making great sacrifices. acceptable, it raises serious moral questions. Many will say the problem is too big to be These examples of sacrifice for country are Is it right for one generation to live very well fixed. Some will view the proposal as too what led me to ask just what are we passing knowing that its debts will be left to be paid for risky, particularly in an election year. Others on to those who are coming after us? by their children and grandchildren?

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A07JN8.087 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS E1058 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 8, 2006 Before he left the Federal Reserve, Alan Who could have predicted, even 10 years ment benefits, patterns in savings and insur- Greenspan gave a speech in Jackson Hole, ago, that today our Nation would be engaged ance for retirement, tax policies and the long- Wyoming, where he echoed the significance of in a global war on terror. term implications of increasing foreign owner- the coming baby boom retirement on our Each generation faces its own international ship of the U.S. Treasury. budget and economy. In stark language, he threats, and we have an obligation to ensure Everything must be on the table. As a fiscal noted that because of lower fertility rates and that future generations have the flexibility to conservative, I believe that the economy longer life expectancies, we are faced with respond to the challenges of their time. grows when people keep more of their hard- dramatic elderly dependency ratios that will In addition to international considerations earned money, and my voting record reflects pose ‘‘substantial challenges to Social Secu- there are domestic factors. Getting our finan- this belief. But given the enormity of the chal- rity,’’ which he noted is already in ‘‘chronic cial house in order will allow us to prioritize lenge, the commission needs to be able to deficit.’’ spending in areas such as cutting edge med- look at every component of our fiscal policy to This coming crisis demands our immediate ical research for cancer, Alzheimer’s and au- fairly assess where we stand and how we can attention. While there is never a convenient tism, and for education, particularly in mathe- best move toward a sound fiscal future. In time to make hard decisions, the longer we matics and science, which are critically impor- looking at revenues, I believe any changes in wait, the more dramatic the required remedy tant to America’s remaining the world’s leader the tax code must help simplify the system will be. in innovation and technology. and stimulate increased economic growth and According to the Government Accountability It is with the hope of building consensus on thereby tax revenue. The late William Simon, Office (GAO), balancing the budget in 2040 this very difficult issue that I am introducing who served as Treasury secretary under presi- necessitates one of two alternatives: cutting legislation to establish a bipartisan commis- dents Nixon and Ford, believed ‘‘the United total federal spending by 60 percent or raising sion charged with evaluating the scope of our States should have a tax system, which looks federal taxes by two and half times today’s fiscal problem and recommending tangible so- like someone designed it on purpose.’’ The IRS estimates Americans spend 6.6 bil- level. lutions. One of the most critical responsibilities lion hours per year filling out tax forms—in- Either of these options would devastate our of this panel will be explaining the crisis we face and listening to the American people cluding 1.6 billion hours on the 1040 form economy. But if we can summon the resolve alone and nearly $200 billion on tax compli- to begin these difficult conversations now— about how to get the country back on sound financial footing. It will also develop a strategic ance. That amounts to 20 cents of compliance and make some hard choices on the front cost for every dollar collected by the tax sys- end—we can change our current course. plan for the future. It will look beyond the Belt- way for solutions, holding at least 12 town tem. Basic economics underscore the dangers in- meetings—one in each of the Nation’s Federal Shouldn’t we have a system that people un- herent in our current national trends. America Reserve districts—over the span of six months derstand? One that encourages faster growth is living on borrowed dollars and borrowed in order to hear directly from the American in business formation, jobs, family income and time. U.S. spending is outpacing income people. tax revenue? A simplified tax code also could growth and personal savings rates have The SAFE commission will be comprised of help increase the personal savings rate, which dropped to negative 1.3 percent in the first 15 voting members, three of which will be ap- went negative for the first time since the Great quarter, meaning that U.S. consumers are pointed by the president, three by the Senate Depression earlier this year. spending more than 100 percent of their Majority Leader, three by the Senate Minority After spending six months conducting town monthly after-tax income. In spite of this, our meetings around the country to determine the Leader, three by the Speaker of the House, economy has remained strong, in large part scope of the problem and consider solutions, and three by the House Minority Leader. The because other countries have been willing to the commission will present to Congress a re- director of the Congressional Budget Office buy our debt. In fact, we have benefitted port describing the long-term fiscal problems, and the Comptroller General of the United greatly from low long-term interest rates that public suggestions and views expressed dur- States will be appointed as non-voting ex-offi- have been kept low largely because of contin- ing the town meetings and policy options cio members of the commission to lend their ued foreign purchases of our national debt. As available to ensure federal programs and enti- expertise. The president will have the ability to our fiscal deficit grows, we can finance it in tlements are available for future generations. appoint the chair from among the 15 voting one of three ways: through foreign-held debt, With a bipartisan two-thirds majority vote, members. the commission will send to Congress a legis- through reduced domestic spending, or by To be successful, I believe the commission selling U.S. goods abroad. In 2004, foreigners lative package to implement the commission must include men and women who are more recommendations no later than 60 days after bought $900 billion of U.S. long-term bonds. I committed to their country than they are to am told that we now need more than $2.6 bil- the interim report. The administration and their political party and committed to working Congress will have 60 additional days to de- lion a day of capital inflows to fund our sav- in a bipartisan manner. Names such as former ings shortfall. velop actuarially equivalent proposals to U.S. Treasury secretaries James Baker and achieve the same cost savings. Essentially, no As our fiscal deficit balloons, our current ac- Robert Rubin, former Federal Reserve Chair- count deficit is projected to hit historically un- later than 10 months from the organization of men Alan Greenspan and Paul Volker, former the commission, Congress would be required precedented highs, and our country’s net in- Senators Phil Gramm and Bob Kerrey and vestment position abroad is eroding rapidly. to vote—up or down—on each proposal. former Congressmen John Kasich and Charlie For example, if the interim report is deliv- While the Asian Central Banks and Stenholm come to mind. Leading economists ered on January 1, then the commission’s leg- petrodollar countries like those in the Middle from both the public and private sectors must islative package would be due by March 1 and East have no doubt contributed to our coun- also be included on the panel. Bipartisanship any alternative developed by Congress or the try’s growth (the housing boom and the ability is critical to the commission’s success. Administration would have to be presented by of U.S. consumers to spend), the purchase of I have heard criticism that such weighty de- May 1. U.S. securities by foreigners has, at the same cisions on the Nation’s financial future are the All proposals must include a 50-year CBO time, enabled us to live way beyond our responsibility of Congress. Because of the score in addition to disclosing any impact on means. ever-increasing politically charged atmosphere future federal liabilities. If more than one pro- This makes our country—and our children that has come to characterize dealings in our posal receives a majority, the one garnering and grandchildren—much more vulnerable in capital city, I fear that partisan rather than na- the greatest number of votes would prevail. the future. Will a geopolitical dispute with a tional interest has become the order of the I have put in the legislation procedures for major oil exporter cause it to stop funding our day. Congress is paralyzed. Our political sys- expedited consideration of the commission’s deficit, resulting in a sharp drop in the dollar, tem is polarized. Many now only think about legislation to ensure that the Congress acts. I a spike in interest rates and a market melt- ‘‘red’’ or ‘‘blue’’ ideology, which has led to pa- do not want this to simply be another blue-rib- down? ralysis and disregard of the common good. bon commission whose findings end up on a If foreigners lose faith in the U.S. and our The American people deserve an honest as- bookshelf somewhere only to collect dust and ability to put our own fiscal house in order, sessment about the federal government’s fu- never be acted upon. their investment decisions could send shock ture saving’s account and checkbook—a dis- I look forward to working with my colleagues waves through our financial markets and even cussion driven not by politics, but by states- to enact this legislation. result in a collapse of U.S. real estate prices. manship and one which elevates the Nation’s I also welcome a forthright national dia- Our children and grandchildren deserve a sights. logue. Only by working together in a truly bi- future that will allow them to respond to the Working together to find common ground, partisan manner will we be able to secure challenges of their generation. this group will comprehensively review entitle- America’s future economy.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A07JN8.091 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1059 I believe most Americans will welcome it as be able to find you. ‘‘Ollie Ollie ump fee. I’m URGING TOLERANCE AND well, especially considering we all want what coming to find you.’’ What a game. Those PEACEFUL CHANGE is best for our children and grandchildren. who could hide the best always won the I will close with the cautionary words of game. It was great being invisible until you HON. HILDA L. SOLIS George Washington’s 1796 farewell address: discovered that if no one cared to find you, you really did not win. Regrettably, there is OF CALIFORNIA ‘‘We should avoid ungenerously throwing a similar game being played in the Gulf IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES upon posterity the burden of which we our- Coast. Our children appear to be invisible. Wednesday, June 7, 2006 selves ought to bear.’’ But it is no game. It is a situation of life and Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to ex- f death. And right before our eyes we are wit- nessing the most devastating reality of what press concern about the sharp rise in hate CALL TO ACTION FOR THE it means to be invisible in the richest coun- crimes and racial intolerance, and to urge ac- CHILDREN OF KATRINA try in the world. Right before our eyes we ceptance in our Nation. are losing our children. A recent report from the Southern Poverty Law Center stated that there were 803 hate HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL We are literally losing our children due to groups in the USA last year. This is up from OF NEW YORK the lack of adequate health care, public edu- 762 in 2004 and is a 33 percent increase IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cation and housing. There are over 125,000 displaced families in the Gulf Coast. In a Red since 2000. The Center’s report stated the na- Wednesday, June 7, 2006 Cross shelter north of Birmingham, Alabama tional debate that has focused on immigration has been ‘‘the single most important factor’’ in Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to there are over 2,000 children who have lost spurring activity among hate groups and has enter into the RECORD ‘‘Witness for Justice their parents. In a FEMA trailer park out- given them ‘‘an issue with real resonance.’’ #269’’ entitled Invisible People, published May side of Baton Rouge 700 of the 1,670 residents Hundreds of thousands of people marched 22, 2006 by the United Church of Christ of are children. In the richest nation in the peacefully throughout the Nation to give a Cleveland, Ohio. The statement, one of a se- world one-fifth to one-fourth of our children are growing up in poverty. Of the 1.9 trillion voice for immigrants in this country. Half a mil- ries of observations on the state of justice in dollars of tax cuts, which will give the rich- lion in Los Angeles, 300,000 people in Chi- the U.S. today, eloquently written by Carl P. est 1 percent of all tax payers $57 billion each cago, 40,000 in Washington, DC, and 20,000 Wallace, Executive Associate of this Church year, we could instead provide health care in Milwaukee and Phoenix marched to defend on 700 Prospect Ave. in Cleveland, criticizes for all 9 million uninsured children and end the hopes and dreams of immigrant families. the ineffectiveness of the current administra- child poverty in America. Wow! Centuries Nearly 40,000 students across Southern Cali- tion in contending with the devastating impacts ago Jesus said, ‘‘Let the little children come fornia, including students at several schools in of Hurricane Katrina. Mr. Wallace warns us, to me, and do nothing to hinder them, for my district, marched for the rights of immi- ‘‘Right before our eyes we are losing our chil- the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as grants. dren’’ as they continue to remain invisible in these.’’ (Matthew 19:14). Maybe we missed Those who marched did so peacefully. I en- the eyes of the relief and aid workers in the Jesus’ request. courage everyone to remember the great his- Gulf Coast. Katrina orphaned thousands of Sometimes I wonder where our priorities tory of change driven by nonviolent action, children whose ordeal is prolonged due to in- are. A wise man once said: ‘‘Where your which is such a vibrant part of our Nation’s adequate health care, public education and heart is there also is your treasure.’’ Are our fabric. Everyone is entitled to their own opin- housing services. ‘‘One in three sheltered chil- children our treasure? It is extremely painful ion, but I urge that such expression be done dren in the Gulf Coast region has some type to note that one-in-three sheltered children in a peaceful and non-threatening manner. of chronic illness.’’ Almost none of them have in the Gulf Coast region has some type of health care coverage. Highlighting the fact that chronic illness. Are our children our treas- f one-fourth to one-fifth of the children in Amer- ure? In the Gulf Coast region one-half of the AMENDING TITLE 49, UNITED ica are growing up in poverty, Mr. Wallace children who had some level of health cov- STATES CODE suggests, and I concur, that the 1.9 trillion dol- erage do not have any now. Are our children our treasure? Did the need for health care lars of tax cuts would be better employed to SPEECH OF provide health care for 9 million uninsured coverage just disappear? Have a heart. I children and mitigate child poverty. guess invisible people don’t need health care. HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK I also join Mr. Wallace in questioning the Let’s think about it. Perhaps our children OF CALIFORNIA reason behind this invisibility of our children. are invisible because they do not vote, lobby IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Are they invisible because ‘‘they do not vote, or pay taxes. Let’s think about another Tuesday, June 6, 2006 point. Can you imagine what it must be like lobby or pay taxes?’’ Is it acceptable to allow Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I strongly support these children to be neglected, even abused? to be undocumented and in this situation? Is there such a thing as double invisibility? putting a stop to the Federal Aviation Adminis- What happened to compassion and human tration’s abusive and dishonest tactics in ne- The Children’s Defense fund released a kindness? Mr. Wallace ends on the hopeful gotiating a new contract with the nation’s air ‘‘Call to Action for Katrina’s Children.’’ It note that through prayer and action ‘‘the invis- traffic controllers. ible can be made visible.’’ The Children’s De- calls in part for: immediate emergency men- tal health and health services for children Under an unprecedented interpretation of fense fund has already released a ‘‘Call to Ac- current law, the FAA is claiming the ability to tion for Katrina’s Children,’’ that focuses on and their families; quality public education and after-school and summer education; as declare an impasse in negotiations and im- providing immediate health and health serv- pose its terms. But such a unilateral action is ices and quality public education, as well as, much attention focused on constructing lev- ees of support for strong health care, family patently wrong and unfair. It’s long past time creating an enduring support base for such and public education as they will for the con- for Congress to return the parties to an equal endeavors. struction of the physical levies that will hold footing and get them back to the negotiating I join Mr. Wallace in all his concerns and back the water in future storms; and, prayer table. call upon my colleagues in the Congress to al- for Katrina children and families and for I hope that my vote for H.R. 5449 will send leviate the suffering of children affected by leaders who work for justice. Prayer and ac- a strong message. The agency ought to cease Hurricane Katrina. tion will make a difference. Our children misrepresenting controllers’ salaries. If, as the [From Witness for Justice #269, must be made visible. FAA claims, salaries are truly exorbitant, then May 22, 2006.] Maybe, just maybe, if we lift our voices to the agency shouldn’t hesitate to enter binding INVISIBLE PEOPLE make their needs known our children will arbitration. The FAA’s desire to avoid arbitra- not disappear right before our eyes. Maybe, (By Carl P. Wallace) tion speaks volumes about the weakness of its just maybe if we take action we will not lose arguments. Ever wonder what it would be like to be in- the least of these. Maybe, just maybe we will Working under incredibly stressful and dif- visible? You could go around and nobody find our treasure. The invisible can be made would see you. Nobody would know you ex- ficult conditions, air traffic controllers protect visible. isted. Do you remember playing hide and the safety of millions of Americans. I hope the seek? Wow. If you were invisible you could ‘‘Ollie, Ollie ump fee. We’re coming to find FAA will follow Congress’ lead in affording always win the game because no one would you!’’ them the respect they deserve.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A07JN8.094 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS E1060 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 8, 2006 CONGRATULATING ALBERT Albert Pujols has become a role model and A 2004 graduate of Russell County High PUJOLS ON BEING NAMED THE an inspiration to his fans, and others, through School, Tara was able to realize her dream of MOST VALUABLE PLAYER FOR his many outstanding achievements. I con- becoming Miss USA through the tried and true THE NATIONAL LEAGUE FOR gratulate him on his 2005 successes both on formula of hard work, determination and pure THE 2005 MAJOR LEAGUE BASE- and off the field, and we all wish him a speedy talent that has marked generations of accom- BALL SEASON recovery and a quick return from his present plished Kentuckians. As the reigning Miss injuries. He is truly a modem American hero USA, Tara intends to use her celebrity plat- SPEECH OF and I urge my colleagues to support this reso- form to raise awareness about breast cancer. HON. WM. LACY CLAY lution. I have no doubt that she will perform her new- OF MISSOURI f found responsibilities with the same mix of en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ergy and enthusiasm that she used to capture HONORING DR. ALLAN the Miss USA title. Tuesday, June 6, 2006 ROSENFIELD While millions of Americans now know her Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of as a ‘‘beauty’’ queen, those that know Tara H. Res. 626 introduced by my distinguished HON. NITA M. LOWEY best see her for what she really is—a down- colleague from Missouri. This resolution will OF NEW YORK to-earth Kentucky girl who is dedicated to her recognize the efforts and achievements of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES family and friends. 2005 National League Most Valuable Player, Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate Tara Wednesday, June 7, 2006 the legendary St. Louis Cardinals infielder, Al- Connor on her honor as Miss USA 2006. Tara bert Pujols. Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to has made all of Kentucky proud, and I wish The professional career and life pursuits of honor Dr. Allan Rosenfield on his 20th anni- her the very best as she pursues her bright fu- Albert Pujols exemplify nothing short of perse- versary as Dean of the Mailman School of ture. verance, skill, and integrity. His statistics for Public Health at Columbia University. f the first 5 years of his career rank amongst As Dean of the Mailman School of Public the best in baseball history with a .332 career Health and professor of obstetrics and gyne- HOMELAND SECURITY batting average, 201 home runs and 621 cology, Dr. Rosenfield is a true giant in the APPROPRIATIONS H.R. 5441 RBI’s. Pujols is distinguished as being the only fields of population, reproductive rights, health player to have a batting average higher than policy and human rights. HON. RUSH D. HOLT .300—and to have hit over 30 home runs— Throughout his career, he has fought OF NEW JERSEY and to have driven in over 100 runs in each against the global gag rule; worked around the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of his first 5 seasons. He was recipient of the world on issues of family planning and mater- Wednesday, June 7, 2006 2001 Rookie of the Year Award for the Na- nal and children’s health, and been recognized Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, yesterday I sup- tional League, 2003 National League batting as a pioneer for his work on maternal mor- ported the Fiscal Year 2007 Department of champion, and the Most Valuable Player of tality. the 2004 National League Championship Se- During his distinguished career, one com- Homeland Security Appropriations Bill (H.R. ries. Pujols throughout his athletic career has mon denominator is found throughout his 5441). The bill provided $33.1 billion for our demonstrated the highest level of sportsman- work—he embraces the needs of the people Nation’s homeland security. These funds will ship and showmanship—earning him the Most least likely to receive care. Dr. Rosenfield is a help our Federal, State and local first respond- Valuable Player of the 2005 National League man who sees need and steps up to the plate ers react to both natural disasters and terrorist Championship Series. to enact change. events. Yet, funds appropriated in this bill rep- In an exceptional 2005 campaign Pujols es- Dr. Rosenfield is an extraordinary man resent only a 5 percent increase from the tablished career highs in walks and stolen whose courage and dedication have inspired funds we appropriated last year and do not bases. With 41 home runs and 16 stolen all who know him. Among his many admirable fully meet the homeland security needs of our bases, he became just the second Cardinal to traits, there is one I am particularly happy to country. Even though I supported the bill, I be- finish with at least 40 home runs and 15 sto- share with him—his strong belief in the power lieve that we can and we should do more. len bases in a single season, after Rogers of humankind kind to change the world for the I am disappointed that Ranking Member Hornsby in 1922. Pujols finished second in the better. OBEY’s amendment to add $3.5 billion to the National League with a .330 batting average— I am honored to not only know Dr. bill for transit security, border security, port se- hitting his 200th career homer along with a Rosenfield, the highly respected and dedi- curity, first responders, and preparedness pro- grand slam. Additionally, but not understated, cated academic, but to call him my good grams was rejected along party lines by the Pujols finished with 117 RBI’s, 97 walks, and friend. Homeland Security Appropriations Committee a career low 38 doubles caused by nagging Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join and was prohibited from being offered. These injuries. me today in recognizing the tremendous ca- programs are essential to strong and robust Cardinals’ fans were given even more am- reer of Dr. Allan Rosenfield and to congratu- hometown security. This indispensable funding munition to celebrate in 2005, because Albert late him on his 20th year as Dean of the Mail- would have been easily paid for by rolling Pujols’ Most Valuable Player recognition man School of Public Health. back the tax savings that taxpayers with in- comes over $1 million today received under marks the first time that the Cardinals have f had both a Most Valuable Player and Cy the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts. Young award winner-pitcher, Chris Carpenter TRIBUTE TO TARA ELIZABETH I am glad that this bill provides $19.6 billion in the same year. CONNER, MISS USA 2006 for border security. This represents a 9 per- Pujols’ characteristics and accomplishments cent increase from current funding and shows are not limited to his accolades on the field. HON. HAROLD ROGERS that the House takes seriously the challenges Off the field Pujols and his wife, Deidre, have OF KENTUCKY we face in securing our Nation’s borders. Yet three children: Isabella, A.J. Alberto Jr., and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES it still falls short of the request made by Presi- their newest addition Sophia. Both Pujols and dent Bush. Wednesday, June 7, 2006 his wife are generous and active supporters of This bill also includes $4.2 billion for port community issues and in 2005 established the Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I and cargo security, which is a 12 percent in- Pujols Family Foundation. The Foundation is rise today to honor Tara Elizabeth Connor, a crease over last year. After the controversy dedicated to the ‘‘love, care and development native of Russell Springs, Kentucky, who was over the D.P. World’s attempt to acquire oper- of people with Down Syndrome and also recently crowned Miss USA 2006. ating control of a number of U.S. ports earlier reaches out to impoverished families in the The entire Bluegrass State celebrated on this year, Congress finally recognized the Dominican Republic.’’ April 21, when Tara not only captured the need to invest in container inspection and ra- Recently Pujols became the third fastest Miss USA title but also became the first Ken- diological detection. This bill also includes in- player in major league history to reach 25 tuckian in the pageant’s 54-year history to do creased funding for grants to State and local home runs in a season and was on pace to so. Although she is only 20 years old, Tara governments to improve port security. But hit a record breaking 82 home runs—before showed remarkable composure during the more needs to be done. an oblique injury—which would have sur- week-long Miss USA competition, which cul- I was troubled that for the third year in a passed the single-season home run record of minated in the nationally televised pageant on row DHS’s rail and transit security grant pro- 73 home runs held by Barry Bonds. NBC. gram was flat funded at $150 million. This bill

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A07JN8.099 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1061 already provided $200 million for port security [From the Lawrence Eagle Tribune, States now receive $21 billion in taxes from and $4.7 billion for aviation security. That is June 4, 2006] the $136 billion spent annually on legal gam- bling in the United States. In turn, they why I joined my colleagues Mr. CASTLE and GAMBLING SERIES SHOWS VALUE OF PUBLIC spend only $36 million on programs to assist Mr. LYNCH in offering an amendment to in- SERVICE JOURNALISM (By William B. Ketter) problem gamblers. That’s less than one-fifth crease funding for this essential grant program of 1 percent of the profit. The gravitational pull of state-sponsored by $50 million. A clear majority of Congress Yes, gambling taxes help finance schools, gambling to stave off traditional tax in- agreed with us and voted to ensure that rail teachers, fire engines, roads, parks and other creases, pay for public services and drive core public services. And the infusion of rev- security received an increase in funding. I am economic development has created a split- enue has allowed many states to avoid rais- glad to have led this effort to make a small but screen social condition in America: a lucky important step to ensuring that our nation’s rail few people and the hapless many. ing income, sales and property taxes. Even and transit providers have the resources they Sadly, that is the message that underlies lower them, in some instances. There are, however, related consequences. need to ensure the safety of millions of Ameri- much of the economic as well as cultural conclusions of our three-part Sunday Forum Evidence in our series showed problem gam- cans daily. blers commit forgery, credit card fraud and I remain troubled that nothing has been series on the causes, costs and consequences associated with the rapid spread of legal embezzlement at a higher rate than the gen- done in this bill to significantly reform the Fed- gambling across the country. eral population. They also exceed the norm eral Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The state-by-state study—which concludes on bankruptcy, homelessness, divorce, sub- I have long argued that FEMA should be re- with today’s installment—was conducted by stance and spousal abuse, and suicide. moved from the Department of Homeland Se- the Community Newspaper Holdings Inc. No government or private agency has done curity and be reestablished as an independent News Service, the editorial arm of our parent a current analysis of the actual social cost of corporation, under this editor’s oversight. It legal gambling. But the now-defunct Na- agency that reports directly to the President. tional Gambling Impact Study Commission Unfortunately, the House again has missed an was ambitious, public service journalism that encountered numerous obstacles, in- pegged the annual toll at $5 billion 7 years opportunity to put FEMA on the road to re- cluding uncooperative casino operators, trib- ago. It estimated the cost to society of each form. As we begin hurricane season, I cannot al leaders and state officials. addict at $13,200 per year. forget the destruction and deaths caused by It was a measure of reporter Denise ‘‘There are undeniably many millions of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. It is time to re- Jewell’s persistence that she got around the problem and pathological gamblers causing move FEMA from the Department of Home- roadblocks and produced the first national severe harm to themselves, their families statistical picture of the canyon between and many others,’’ concluded the commis- land Security, where it never belonged. sion after a two-year study. Greater public Despite the lessons learned in the aftermath sums gambled and money spent on the pre- vention and treatment of problem gambling. understanding of this, it added, ‘‘is crucial to of Hurricane Katrina, this bill also cuts funding Nobody in state or tribal government or the health and stability of these families, for firefighter grants by 17 percent. It also pro- the gaming industry wants to say or do any- their communities and many businesses.’’ vides $7 million less than last year for the of- thing that might derail the full steam ahead The outlook is even darker today. More fice of Grants and Training, formerly known as gambling locomotive and the billions of dol- states have come to rely on gambling rev- the Office of Domestic Preparedness. Unbe- lars it generates from casinos, racinos, video enue to balance their budgets. Those without lievably, this bill cuts by 65 percent from a poker terminals, lotteries and other sanc- slot machines at race tracks, including Mas- sachusetts, are talking seriously about add- DHS program that helps Federal, State, local, tioned games of chance. That’s an understandable, though myopic, ing them. And states without commercial or and private organizations implement protection attitude when you consider the primary ben- Indian casinos are seen as fertile possibili- strategies and to provide training to State efactors are the states that authorize, pro- ties for both. homeland security advisors. mote and regulate gambling; and the gaming Congress and state legislatures need to Congress has a duty to provide the Amer- companies that manage the Indian and com- slow down the locomotive, and require that ican people with the best security possible in mercial casinos. In their universe, frequent the casinos and the states appropriate seri- the wake of a natural disaster or a terrorist at- gamblers are not only prized, they are essen- ous dollars to research, prevention and treat- tack. While this bill does not fully provide the tial to success. ment of problem gambling. They should also ‘‘It is like putting Dracula in charge of the review how they’re spending current public funding our Federal, State and local homeland blood bank,’’ remarked State Sen. Susan health dollars on compulsive behaviors, and security officials have said they need, it does Tucker, D–Andover in the first part of our appropriate some of that money to addictive begin to meet their needs. I will continue to series. Only the blood is dollars, Tucker gambling. It is growing faster than other so- work with my colleague in Congress to ensure points out, ‘‘and for the states to get their cial dysfunctions. that we increase our Nation’s investment in few hundred million their constituents have There’s another thing federal lawmakers our homeland security. to lose a few billion.’’ can do to do help. The Americans With Dis- A lot of those losses come from problem abilities Act should be amended to add com- f gamblers, many of whom are already poor pulsive gambling to the list of mental dis- COMMENDING THE LAWRENCE- and desperately in need of professional help orders covered by the law. Because it is ex- EAGLE TRIBUNE FOR ITS SERIES to overcome their addiction. Yet their plight cluded, addictive gamblers can be denied in- ON GAMBLING goes unlamented under the logic that gam- surance payments for medical expenses and bling is a voluntary act. short-changed on other benefits available to Who should care? The federal and state alcohol and drug abusers. HON. MARTIN T. MEEHAN governments. They hold responsibility for Gambling taxes and money spent to deter OF MASSACHUSETTS the general welfare, and compulsive gam- compulsive wagering are going in opposite bling is a national public health issue—for directions on the economic chart. There is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the same reason drinking, smoking, and drug little chance the two curves will ever cross, Wednesday, June 7, 2006 abuse are treated as public health matters. given the acceptance of gambling as an all- It is destructive, anti-social behavior. The Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, recently a American pastime. But the CNHI News Serv- difference is the latter receive billions for re- ice ‘‘Hooked on Gambling’’ series made a paper in my district ran a series of columns on search, prevention and treatment and prob- powerful case for narrowing the gap, and the problem of gambling addiction, and its ef- lem gambling gets a pittance. bringing the multiplying victims side of this fect on society, and individual families. I com- In fact, Dr. Howard Shaffer of Andover, di- split social screen into sharper focus. mend the Lawrence Eagle Tribune, its editor- rector of Harvard University’s Addiction By so doing, it served the purpose of public in-chief, William Ketter, and the series’ author, Center, identified pathological gambling as a service journalism—something we need more Denise Jewell, for their hard work and atten- public health problem 4 years ago in a na- of in this era of flash news reports that often tion to this serious issue. tional study, and still nothing has been done lack context and meaning. to expand federal programs to deal with it. One piece in the series focused on the fed- He compares it to government inaction dur- [From the Lawrence Eagle Tribune, eral role in help for gambling addiction—and in ing the early stages of the AIDS crisis. May 21, 2006] some cases, where there is no federal role. Ignoring the people who impulsively gam- LEGAL GAMBLING BEGETS MILLIONS OF ble beyond their means—causing serious fi- Gambling addiction can be as destructive as NEGLECTED ADDICTS addiction to alcohol or drugs, and destroys nancial, criminal, family and psychiatric (By Denise Jewell) countless families every year. problems—is a counterproductive approach Twenty-year-old Bryant Northern had the Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent to in- that social experts predict will cost more over time than the money the states reap world at his fingertips as a walk-on guard clude these articles in the CONGRESSIONAL from gambling. who won a coveted scholarship at basketball RECORD, and once again, offer my gratitude to To grasp the wide disparity between taxes powerhouse University of Louisville. He the staff of the Eagle Tribune for their fine and treatment you need to reflect on the dreamed of deadeye jump shots, March Mad- work. numbers. ness, even a pro career.

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The annual cost to society of 26 of them appropriate money for treatment, of money and in trouble with the police. each pathological gambler is pegged at the CNHI News Service survey showed. And Now 23, Northern was sentenced March 6 to $13,200. those that do commit funds spend only a five years probation for trying to cash stolen A pittance, or $35.5 million per year, of the tiny fraction of the revenue they get from checks in Kentucky to pay for his gambling gambling revenue is spent by government gamblers on programs to help them. Yet habit. He still faces burglary charges in Indi- and the industry to educate people about the most states spend millions on slick adver- ana, and a possible jail term. trapdoors of gambling and treat addicted tising and promotion campaigns to entice Northern’s plight is not uncommon today gamblers. Residential rehabilitation centers people to gamble. in a nation where legal gambling has spread for gambling addicts are rare. A national gambling study financed by like wildfire—from three states 25 years ago No government study has documented the Congress in the late 1990s estimated that to every state in the union, save Utah and precise prevalence of the addiction problem states spend about one-tenth of 1 percent of Hawaii. in the United States. Academic studies their gambling revenues on treatment and The promise of easy, new gambling money project the figure at anywhere from 2 per- education programs for addicts. to build schools, pay teachers, pave roads cent to 5 percent of adults exposed to gam- Tucker said this is ‘‘both inadequate and and finance other public services has trig- bling, and even higher for adolescents and wrongheaded’’ because the people who can’t gered an explosion of casinos, racinos (race teenagers. afford treatment are the same people con- tracks with slot machines) and lottery By almost any measure, however, the num- tributing heavily to gambling revenues. bers are in the millions and have been multi- games. Gambling has become one of the big- That’s why, she said, paying for government plying with the furious spread of legalized gest, and most politically powerful, special with gambling dollars is bad economics and gambling from state to state since the 1980s. interests in the country. Dr. Howard Shaffer of Andover, the direc- bad public policy. It is no secret that America is hooked on ‘‘For the states to get their few hundred tor of Harvard Medical School’s Division on gambling, with its payoff of more than $20.5 million, their constituents have to lose a few Addictions, said three primary forces stimu- billion a year to state governments. What’s billion,’’ Tucker said. ‘‘It comes right from lated the growth of gambling: desire by the been overlooked is the unintended human their pockets. This isn’t magic money that states to identify new sources of revenue; de- cost: the large and growing class of people velopment of new entertainment and leisure falls from the sky.’’ Casinos and racinos are the fastest-grow- addicted to gambling and whose lives often destinations; and new technologies and ing segment of the gambling industry. And end up in ruin. forms of gambling such as electronic slot They are called pathological bettors, and small wonder. They boast row after row of machines, video poker and multistate lot- critics of gambling say they get little atten- slot machines, which Tucker calls the teries with large jackpots. tion because government and the gambling The most recent study of the psycho-eco- ‘‘crack cocaine’’ of gambling. There are more industry depend on habitual players to drive nomics of gambling showed that between than 700,000 slot machines in the United revenue. 1975 and 1999, adult gambling increased from States, state regulators report. ‘‘I don’t think it is conspiratorial in na- 67 percent to 85 percent, according to State lotteries offer their own opiate. It is ture,’’ said state Sen. Susan C. Tucker, D- Shaffer. Higher numbers were recorded in al- called scratch tickets, and Massachusetts, Andover, who opposes the plan for racinos in most every demographic group, including with a variety of such games, is the national Massachusetts. ‘‘It’s more that most govern- women. leader. It generates $4.5 billion a year in lot- ment leaders understand the truth and sim- ‘‘It’s everywhere, and it’s only going to get tery sales, with 70 percent of the total from ply close their eyes and look away. As for worse,’’ said Jim Chesser, a 55-year-old scratch tickets. Another 15 percent comes the gambling industry, it is in its self-inter- former Kentucky bus driver who said he’s from keno, the fast-play numbers game. Only est to keep up the gambling.’’ overcome his addiction and now helps others 15 percent comes from delayed reward games An in-depth study by Community News- recover through Gamblers Anonymous. such as Megabucks. paper Holdings Inc. News Service into the ‘‘That’s because of the politicians. All they But state lotteries, which got their mod- cost, causes and consequences of problem see is generating dollars from gambling dol- ern-day start in New Hampshire in 1963 and gambling and what’s being done about it de- lars. They don’t care who it hurts.’’ now raise money in 40 states, were only a termined that: Casino companies, lottery commissions Trojan horse for casinos. Today there are 445 Legal gambling in the United States is a and public officials say they do care, and commercial casinos in 11 states, and 405 In- $135.9 billion-per-year business, based on rev- point to warnings and hot lines on the back dian casinos in 28 states on land owned by enue figures provided by the states that of lottery tickets, TV ads that urge ‘‘respon- America Indian tribes. allow it. That’s close to triple the combined sible gaming,’’ and Web pages that feature Massachusetts and New Hampshire are revenues of $50 billion annually from box of- addiction tests and educational information still casino-free states. But the Mashpee fice movies, recorded music, spectator to help gamblers detect problems and deal Wampanoags on Cape Cod have won prelimi- sports, and live entertainment. And it does with them. nary federal approval as a recognized Indian not include popular online betting, which is ‘‘We’ve done what the experts have told us tribe and could eventually force Massachu- still in legal limbo. to do, what seems to work for alcohol and to- setts to negotiate a compact for casino gam- About 70 percent of gambling profits come bacco and other addictive issues,’’ said Judy bling on a site acquired by the tribe. from 30 percent of the people who gamble, Patterson, executive director of the Amer- In anticipation of that development, City according to research by professor Earl ican Gaming Association, the industry’s lob- Councilor George Rotondo of Revere has Grinols, an economist at Baylor University. bying arm. ‘‘But we haven’t had any cer- urged that city to pave the way with zoning Frequency, Grinols found, is a crucial char- tainty that what we do as an industry has regulations that allow construction of a ca- acteristic of profit. really met any kind of scientific test as to sino resort complex, possibly at Suffolk Poor people are disproportionately ad- whether it works or not.’’ Downs or Wonderland race track. He con- dicted to gambling, a study by the National Advocates for problem gamblers contend tends it would create hundreds of local jobs Institute of Mental Health concluded. They even well-intentioned efforts to prevent and and boost Revere’s economy. are pulled by the lure to get rich quick but treat addiction suffer from lack of money So far, Rotondo’s proposal has fallen on they are also the people who can least afford and the will of state governments to do any- deaf ears. But casinos have helped revive to lose money. thing about it. They also criticize the cozy some economically depressed communities Gambling addiction has swelled the home- relationship between politicians and the around the country, providing jobs and con- less rolls in America. One in five street peo- gambling industry, and the millions appro- tributing to local property taxes. ple says he or she ended up homeless because priated for advertising state-sanctioned How did legal gambling as an economic en- of money problems tied to compulsive gam- gambling. gine get its impetus in America? Congres- bling, homeless-shelter officials say. ‘‘State government is the promoter, the sional approval of the Indian Gaming Regu- The federal government, which spends lib- regulator and the beneficiary all in one,’’ latory Act in 1988 set off the gold rush. The erally on public-health studies and treat- said Tucker, the Andover lawmaker. ‘‘It’s law was born of the U.S. Supreme Court deci- ment programs for alcohol and drug addic- like putting Dracula in charge of the blood sion forcing California to negotiate with tion, has a passive approach toward problem bank.’’ American Indian tribes to establish casinos gambling. Federal officials say it is the re- Congressman Frank Wolf, R-Va., also a foe on tribal lands. sponsibility of the states even though ad- of gambling, said that ‘‘20 years ago, no poli- As Indian casinos proliferated, a handful of dicts move freely between states and add to tician at any level wanted to be seen with states joined Nevada and New Jersey in al- the cost of federal health-care programs. the gambling-industry people. Now, we go lowing commercial casinos. The payoff came Compulsive gambling is not one of the sev- out and hold fundraisers with them.’’ Or, in from high license fees and contracts that in- eral mental diseases defined in the Ameri- some instances, accept largess from them, as cluded a handsome bite of the revenue pie. cans With Disabilities Act and thus treat- witnessed by the admissions of Jack That caused other states too timid for full- ment for addiction does not qualify for Abramoff, the disgraced gambling lobbyist. fledged casinos to expand their lottery

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A07JN8.105 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1063 games, add video poker parlors and install and Congress passed a law establishing the Her son, a casino pit boss, was arrested and slot machines at racetracks. body. The mix of nine members included the sent to prison for stealing to support his It didn’t take long for gambling to move chairman and chief executive officer of MGM gambling habit. up the nation’s business leader board. Grand Inc. and the founder of Focus on Fam- Her mother, retired and in her 70s, filed for Casinos thrive on customer knowledge. ily. bankruptcy after losing her life savings to They maintain a database of gamblers The law required the commission to study the slot machines. through credit-card systems like ‘‘Wampum the effects of problem gambling on individ- Her 37-year-old brother, David, in despair cards’’ at Foxwoods Casino in Connecticut. uals, families, businesses and social institu- and shame over his inability to quit gam- Players earn points for money gambled on tions, and to assess the state and local eco- bling, put a shotgun barrel to his mouth, slot machines and other games. They can nomic value of gambling facilities such as pulled the trigger and ended his life. also earn free meals, show tickets, iPods and casinos, race tracks and video poker parlors. This trilogy of shocks scared Bassett into high-definition televisions. The idea is to In addition to a moratorium, the commis- researching the impact of compulsive gam- keep gamblers happy and active. sion came up with dozens of other rec- bling on ordinary families such as hers. She But Joe Barrett, a vice president at ommendations, including curtailing the soon discovered plenty of others undergoing Caesars Indiana, said casinos also monitor growth of new lottery games, reducing lot- similar grief. Now, she’s an anti-gambling their database to ensure that patrons don’t tery advertising and limiting lottery outlets crusader determined to expand and improve get carried away. in low-income neighborhoods. prevention and treatment programs. ‘‘We look at gaming as a form of recreation The group’s final report, released in June ‘‘I just got so angry,’’ Bassett said. ‘‘This and a place for people to have fun,’’ said Bar- 1999, expressed concern that the rush to raise in an industry worth hundreds and hundreds rett. ‘‘We understand the responsible gaming government revenue through gambling was of millions of dollars and . . . it means noth- part of it, and we take it very seriously, and creating a generation of young people who ing to them’’ when people’s lives are shat- we always have.’’ give little thought to gambling’s down side. tered. Yet Caesars Indiana was recently fined ‘‘The commission recommends that all Bassett said her research showed that help $38,500 by the Indiana Gaming Commission legal gambling should be restricted to those for problem gamblers in the United States is for sending marketing materials to nine ad- who are at least 21 years of age and that sporadic, inconsistent and badly under- dicts who had asked to be banned from gam- those who are under 21 should not be allowed funded. Especially when compared with to- bling. The casino was fined $80,000 last year to loiter in areas where gambling activity bacco, alcohol and drugs—addictions that for similar violations. And other casinos in occurs,’’ the report said. states spend $2.5 billion a year to treat, ac- other states have also been fined for tar- Commissioners traveled throughout the cording to the National Center on Addiction geting gamblers who have admitted the prob- country and held hearings that detailed doz- and Substance Abuse at Columbia Univer- lem and want to quit. ens of hardship stories. sity. ‘‘There will be, I’m sure, in any system, In Illinois, for instance, they heard about a The evidence supports Bassett’s analysis, a those occasional slip-ups, because it’s hu- Joliet couple who committed suicide after nationwide review of the issue by Commu- mans putting the information in,’’ said Judy the wife accumulated $200,000 in casino debt. nity Newspaper Holdings Inc. News Service Hess, a Caesars Indiana spokeswoman. ‘‘But In other places, they listened to testimony showed. we try very, very, very hard to have it just about embezzlement and other white collar Not one federal dollar has been spent di- absolutely 100 percent correct. There’s no up- crime to finance gambling habits. rectly for treatment or prevention of prob- side to marketing to people who shouldn’t be But they also found some economically de- lem gambling even though a Harvard Univer- gaming.’’ pressed locations were revived by the con- sity addiction expert, Professor Howard That’s not the way Wolf, Tucker and other struction dollars and jobs associated with ca- Shaffer of Andover, framed it as a national critics of gambling see it. They claim the in- sinos, and that public services like roads and public health issue for the first time in a 2002 dustry thrives on seducing gamblers of all schools were improved from fees and taxes study. means to return again and again. on gambling revenues. ‘‘Excessive gambling, drinking, drugging Tucker said gambling companies are mas- ‘‘In Tunica, Miss., the advent of legalized are different expressions of a common under- terful at using public relations to show con- gambling provided jobs for an area of ex- lying disorder,’’ said Shaffer of his study. cern for compulsive gambling while masking treme poverty,’’ the commission found. ‘‘But pathological gambling is being viewed its devastating social impact. ‘‘Many citizens of Tunica have undoubtedly (by the government) like some rare disease— She said it is also a clever way to avoid the benefited by the increase in the wage base much like AIDS was in its early stages. It type of grief the tobacco industry faced from and increased ability of its citizens to pur- doesn’t get the attention it should as a pub- public-health regulators in the 1980s and chase homes and other amenities.’’ lic health issue.’’ 1990s. They accused cigarette companies of In addition to hearings, the commission’s Few federal dollars have been allocated for not caring about the medical implications of staff of researchers telephoned 2,417 adults medical and other research that might help smoking, triggering endless lawsuits by indi- and 534 adolescents across America and detect the problem before it gets out of hand, viduals and the states. interviewed 530 people in gaming facilities. or provide guideposts for prevention. Con- ‘‘The gambling industry has shrewdly The National Opinion Research Center at gress did pay for a $5 million, two-year study learned from the experiences of the tobacco the University of Chicago, hired by the com- of the social and economic implications of industry,’’ Tucker said. ‘‘It was the public- mission to conduct the survey, estimated gambling in the late 1990s, but little came of health community that drove the anti-smok- that 15 percent of total gambling revenue in the short-lived effort. ing movement. The gambling interests want the United States stems from problem or American Indian tribes that own 405 casi- to head off a similar experience.’’ pathological gamblers. nos on sovereign tribal lands and the 48 What’s more, Tucker added, they are suc- More research on pathological gambling states with some form of legal gambling are ceeding. was recommended, but the commission also similarly stingy with spending on programs ‘‘Their PR is brilliant,’’ said Tucker. that could diminish the volume of high roll- ‘‘That was clear when they got people to made it clear the states need to do more to help people addicted to games of chance. ers. talk about gaming instead of gambling. They Twenty-two states offer no programs at have changed the nomenclature.’’ ‘‘A major responsibility for addressing the problem of pathological gambling must be all, CNHI News Service found. And the 26 states that provide treatment don’t put a lot [From the Lawrence Eagle Tribune, borne by the states that sponsor gambling,’’ of money into it, operate in isolation from May 28, 2006] the commission concluded. Furthermore, it said, ‘‘industry funds ear- others despite the wideranging mobility of GAMBLING COMMISSION DEALT DEAD MAN’S marked for treatment for pathological gam- problem gamblers and appear to accept the HAND bling are miniscule compared to that indus- claim that sufficient community programs (By Denise Jewell) try’s total revenue.’’ exist to help the truly addicted. A federal commission’s study of legal gam- Across the country, the CNHI New Service bling in the late 1990s produced several sig- [From the Lawrence Eagle Tribune, survey found, state governments spend only nificant recommendations, but they ended June 4, 2006] $35.5 million per year on helping problem gamblers even though the states rake in $20.9 up like poker’s dead man’s hand. FEW TREATMENT DOLLARS FOR GAMBLERS Dead man’s hand is a term to describe the billion in gambling taxes annually. WHO NEED HELP cards Wild Bill Hickock held—a pair of black The gambling industry does no better. It aces and eights—when he was shot dead in a (By Denise Jewell) spends a small fraction of its billions in prof- saloon in South Dakota in 1876. Kathy Bassett, 49, a registered nurse from its on research, prevention and treatment. The commission spent two years and $5 Topeka, Kan., didn’t blink when Harrah’s And no where close to the many millions it million investigating the social and eco- opened a casino 15 miles from her front door. shovels out to influence lawmakers through nomic implications of lotteries, casinos and She had zero interest in gambling. Nor did lobbying, and gamblers through TV, Inter- other gaming activities only to have its sug- she worry about its social consequences. net, direct mail and billboard advertising. gestion for a temporary freeze on further ex- That was before 2003, a nightmarish year The industry has established the National pansion of gambling shot down. that Bassett said opened her eyes wide to the Center on Responsible Gaming, a small non- President Clinton urged creation of the Na- problems associated with addictive gam- profit in Washington, D.C., that says it is tional Gambling Impact Study Commission, bling. In sequential order: ‘‘committed to funding research that some

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A07JN8.108 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS E1064 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 8, 2006 day will identify the risk factors for gam- Magnetic Resonance Imaging studies have Farrell said the public perception that bling disorders and determine methods for found abnormal signs of attention deficit reckless gambling is a ‘‘character flaw’’ not only treating the disorder but preventing disorder in pathological gamblers. rather than a disease or addiction has con- it, much like physicians can identify pa- Neurobiology research has indicated their tributed to the slow development of pro- tients at risk from cardiovascular disease brain chemistry is not the same as that in grams to treat problem gamblers. long before a heart attack.’’ problem alcohol and drug users. This has led ‘‘They are more likely to admit they’re a But the center operates on a shoestring to experiments with the drugs Nalmefene heroin addict than they would be to admit compared with the huge outlays spent by and Revia to try to curb gambling cravings. they’re a compulsive gambler,’’ he said. government, private agencies, foundations ‘‘If you look at the MRI of a gambler, his ‘‘And yet they’ve gone through their own and others on heart disease research. Its brain looks different,’’ said Whyte, who money, their family’s money, their kids’’ proudest achievement: a $2.4 million startup tracks the research. ‘‘But it is very hard to money. There could be a divorce action going grant and $1.1 million annual appropriation get that across to the admitting nurse that’s on. They’ve had DWls. A whole range of to Harvard’s Medical School to fund the In- going to say, ‘Why don’t you just stop gam- things.’’ stitute for Research on Pathological Gam- bling? Why don’t you go home? You Some states earmark gambling revenue for bling and Related Disorders. shouldn’t have been gambling in the first treatment services, but even they have not Integrity in Science Project, a group that place.’’’ kept pace with the rapid expansion of gam- monitors scientific research for conflicts of But self-discipline is not a characteristic bling within their borders and nearby states. interest, has indicated concern over Harvard of compulsive gamblers. Few of them put Nevada, where gambling has been legal accepting research money from an industry their names on ‘‘exclusion lists’’ required to since 1931, did not set aside money for treat- that benefits from the very problem under be kept by casinos for problem gamblers who ment until last year. New Hampshire, birth- study. The unstated worry is research want to quit on their own. Gamblers who place of the modern lottery, still spends skewed to reflect a desired outcome—specifi- sign up are banned from receiving credit or nothing. And Massachusetts spends only cally, that addiction has been overstated by gambling. Casinos can also add problem $655,000 of its $742 million annual gambling critics of legal gambling. gamblers to the list and arrest violators for take on prevention and treatment. Christine Reilly, executive director of the trespass. Furthermore, there are only two residen- Harvard institute, rejects any notion the There are other ways the industry says it tial treatment centers specifically for prob- gambling industry could manipulate the re- tries to discourage gambling by people who lem gamblers, places where addicts can go search. She said it funds the institute but shouldn’t do it or can’t afford it. They in- for several days or weeks to overcome their has no say in how the research is conducted clude posted warnings in casinos, race tracks compulsion. One is in Baltimore and the or the results—which, she added, are subject and video poker parlors about overdoing it, other in Louisiana. to rigorous peer review by scientific jour- cautionary wording on the back of lottery Tim Christensen, treatment administrator nals. tickets, public service announcements about Two unaffiliated nonprofits are making for the Arizona Office of Problem Gambling, the consequences of addictive gambling and independent efforts to help problem and said the gambling industry and the states Web sites that test for symptoms of compul- compulsive gamblers, although both suffer that rely on it will be forced to change as from lack of resources. They are Gamblers sive behavior. public awareness grows. Ken Davie, a vice president at Foxwoods Anonymous, which has more than 1,400 chap- ‘‘Look at the tobacco issues that our coun- Casino in Connecticut, said the ters in the United States, and the National try has gone through,’’ said Christensen. Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation donates Council on Problem Gambling, which has 34 ‘‘You went from a vast majority of people $200,000 a year to that state’s council on state affiliates. that smoked to a vast minority. That hap- Gamblers Anonymous is modeled after the problem gambling and also distributes warn- pened over time and with tons of resources 12-step program of Alcoholics Anonymous. A ing pamphlets. But he said it is hard to de- put into it.’’ state-by-state directory of local meetings is tect problem gamblers in a state that fea- For advocates like Bassett, the nurse from posted on its Web site tures 7,000 slot machines at Foxwoods and Topeka who lost her brother to suicide, the (gamblersanonymous.org/mtgdirTOP.html). another 6,000 at nearby Mohegan Sun Casino. time of enlightenment can’t come soon Financial support comes from private con- ‘‘You have 13,000 opportunities to be hid- enough. Prevention, she said, is also more tributions. den,’’ Davie said. ‘‘Some of these machines complex than hotlines, self-exclusion lists, The Council on Problem Gambling is an are sitting in the comer. You can be hidden warning pamphlets. advocacy group that increases public aware- away. You could come in and feed $100 bills She said her brother, a social worker who ness and encourages treatment programs for all day and we wouldn’t know you’re gam- once manned a crisis hotline, had sought troubled gamblers and their families. Funds bling away your life fortune.’’ help from a private counselor and had even for the group’s $500,000-a-year budget come The American Psychiatric Association de- banned himself from the casino near his from private and foundation contributions scribes impulse playing of slots and other in- home. But the day before he died, she said, and at least two casino companies. It oper- stant response games as ‘‘persistent and re- he drove right past it to another and pro- ates a national hotline (1–800–522–4700) for current maladaptive gambling behavior’’ ceeded to spend most of the day losing problem gamblers, and more than 200,000 personified by symptoms such as obsession money he was holding for his mother. problem gamblers call it over the course of a with risk, lack of self-control and lying. ‘‘There are no clocks. There are no win- year. ‘‘Pathological gambling is a condition dows,’’ said Bassett. ‘‘It’s an unreal exist- Keith S. Whyte is the council’s executive where the person’s out of control,’’ said Jon ence in there. It’s not like playing with real director and once worked for the American Welte, a researcher at the University at Buf- money. It gives you the delusion of not real- Gaming Association, the industry’s lobbying falo’s Research Institute on Addictions. ly losing.’’ arm. He said the council is neutral on the de- ‘‘They can’t stop gambling and they can’t bate over legalized gambling, focusing its ef- moderate the amount they do. Gambling has [From the Lawrence Eagle Tribune, forts on helping addicts overcome their prob- kind of taken over their life.’’ June 4, 2006] Welte said researchers are struggling to lem. PROBING THE MIND TO UNLOCK GAMBLING understand why some people develop prob- Whyte said the federal government has ADDICTION been unhelpful in the effort to get mental lems gambling while others can do it (By Denise Jewell) health care for problem gamblers. For exam- recreationally for years without becoming ple, he said, the Americans With Disabilities addicted. Piecing together the information doctors Act doesn’t classify compulsive gambling as ‘‘We’re 20 or 30 years behind the research know about the biology of pathological gam- a mental disorder and thus insurance compa- that’s been done on alcohol and drugs,’’ he bling is like solving a difficult jigsaw puzzle nies can refuse to pay for treatment pro- said. ‘‘There’s been a lot of (gambling) re- for researchers like Dr. Jon Grant. ‘‘This is grams. search done about prevalence. We need more not simply an issue with people with poor or ‘‘Addictive gambling is a rare and stig- research that gets closer at examining the weak moral character as some myths por- matized sort of behavioral health disorder causes.’’ tray it,’’ Grant said. ‘‘This is an addiction. It because there’s no physical or outward A local judge in the western New York is complex.’’ signs,’’ Whyte said. ‘‘It has slipped through town of Amherst isn’t into medical research, Grant is a medical doctor and a psychia- the legislative cracks.’’ but he presides over the nation’s first and trist at the University of Minnesota who spe- Congress, he added, could easily fix the only ‘‘gambling court’’ to treat the addiction cializes in studying compulsive gambling. issue by expanding the definition of the dis- problem when it is related to crime. Sen- For eight years, he has been searching for a abilities law to include compulsive gambling tences can include psychiatric evaluation medical solution to curb cravings associated as a public health problem, along with alco- and counseling. with problem gambling. He and his research hol and drug abuse. Judge Mark G. Farrell created the court team have done brain scans and other tests Medical researchers say compulsive gam- five years ago after several unlikely defend- that indicate chemicals and receptors react bling is not as visible as alcoholism and drug ants in a string of theft and embezzlement differently when compulsive gamblers are overdosing, but it can be equally devastating cases admitted they were addicted to gam- calm and when they’re revved up to bet. to social behavior. They also say some of the bling at casinos a half-hour away in Canada. The most recent results of that work—pub- brain receptors in gambling addicts appear Since then, two American Indian casinos lished in February’s edition of the American to be different. have opened nearby in the United States. Journal of Psychiatry—advances evidence

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A07JN8.111 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1065 that pathological gamblers are physically Award has for many years increased public ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- different from other types of gamblers. Com- awareness and support for its research efforts. ica, Troop 376, and in earning the most pres- pulsive gamblers who took the experimental The Council’s efforts are vital to City of Hope’s tigious award of Eagle Scout. drug Nalmefene, for instance, were less im- Brian has been very active with his troop, pulsive than those given a placebo. ‘‘For the battle against killer diseases. Additionally, the last 10 years, there have been rumblings that Labor and Management Council provides op- participating in many Scout activities. Over the it’s a biological problem,’’ Grant said. ‘‘This portunities to union and management leaders many years Brian has been involved with gives a lot more support to that theory.’’ to work together for a common cause—to as- Scouting, he has not only earned numerous While researchers have only recently start- sist the City of Hope in its vital research and merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- ed to record results for drugs that help over- patient care, no matter how long the hospital ily, peers, and community. come the urge to gamble, doctors have been stay or complex the therapy. Brian has served in the leadership positions working on the neurobiology aspects of gam- Mr. Sellers began as an apprentice in 1980. of Chaplains Aide and Quartermaster, among bling for more than two decades. The late others. He is a Brotherhood member of Order Dr. Robert L. Custer, a pioneer in compul- Since then Mr. Sellers has made great con- sive gambling research, convinced the Amer- tributions to his union and his community. Mr. of the Arrow and a Warrior in the Tribe of Mic- ican Psychiatric Association in 1980 to clas- Sellers has served as a union Executive O-Say. For his Eagle Scout project, Brian sify the impulses of addicts as a disease Board Member, Training Coordinator, and planned and supervised the landscaping of the much like Tourette’s syndrome and pyro- Business Agent. front side of the Liberty United Methodist mania. Custer categorized gamblers as pro- Mr. Sellers has held numerous positions Church in Liberty, Missouri. fessional, antisocial, casual, serious, escape within his union’s International Association and Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in and compulsive. Professional gamblers, he currently holds executive positions with the commending Brian George Knop for his ac- said, were not compulsive even though they Pennsylvania State Council of Sheet Metal complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- took risks and gambled frequently. He said ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the they used gambling as a job, showing clear- Workers’ International Association, New Jer- headed money skills, reasoned strategies and sey State Council of Sheet Metal Workers, highest distinction of Eagle Scout. the ability to walk away without losing Mechanical Trades District Council of Dela- f their bankroll. Custer characterized anti- ware Valley, Metropolitan Association of Presi- IN MEMORY OF HUGH C. social gamblers as withdrawn but not com- dents and Business Representatives, and the REYNOLDS pulsive, casual gamblers as infrequent play- National Energy Management Institute. ers, serious gamblers as those who use count- If these positions were not enough, Mr. Sell- ing or tracking techniques to beat the odds ers is the Vice-President of the Philadelphia HON. MIKE ROSS at card tables, and escape gamblers as those OF ARKANSAS who occasionally get away from reality Building and Construction Trades Council and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES through gambling. the Philadelphia AFL-CIO. He is the Sec- Grant said gambling addiction could be- retary-Treasurer of the Mechanical and Allied Thursday, June 8, 2006 come a ‘‘huge social problem’’ as legal gam- Crafts Council of New Jersey. Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to bling grows in popularity through such Additionally, Mr. Sellers is an Executive honor the memory of Hugh C. Reynolds of things as televised poker tournaments and Board Member of the Pennsylvania Building the greater availability of instant impulse Fordyce, Arkansas. Strong leadership, vision, and Construction Trades Council and the concern for others, and philanthropy were en- games like slot machines. ‘‘We’re seeing dif- Pennsylvania AFL-CIO and a Member of the ferent demographics—people from all walks during legacies left by H.C. Reynolds. He of life—involved,’’ he said. ‘‘It suggests that Pennsylvania State Apprentice and Training passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at the this is going to be a bigger and bigger prob- Council. age of 85, after having served his nation, lem as time goes on.’’ At the University at In addition to his commitment to supporting state, and the city of Fordyce with distinction. Buffalo’s Research Institute on Addictions, working men and women throughout the Dela- I would like to recognize Mr. Reynolds’ con- John Welte has been working to quantify the ware Valley, Mr. Sellers is active in civic, char- tributions to Arkansas and our Nation. scope of the problem through research that itable, and government affairs. In the after- involved interviewing 2,631 people. He said H.C. Reynolds was born August 5, 1920 to math of Hurricane Katrina, he gathered mone- the late Hugh Cleveland and Ruth Sisson the survey showed that compulsive gambling tary donations as well as clothing and food for and the related social costs can be traced in Reynolds in Fordyce. He was a dedicated concentric circles around a gambling facil- the storm ravaged communities along the Gulf member of Fordyce First Baptist Church and a ity. The closer in you get, the more severe Coast. Recognizing the Gulf Coast’s need for Shriner. the issue, he said. And, he added, people liv- strong backs, hard workers, raw manpower, Mr. Reynolds will forever be remembered ing in poorer neighborhoods reported higher he dispatched union workers to aid in hurri- for his bravery, leadership, and compassion. rates of problem gambling. cane recovery. He served his nation as an Army Veteran of f In his local community, Mr. Sellers has World War II and was a lifelong member of spent countless hours working with the Piney the Democratic Party. He also recently re- IN RECOGNITION OF THE CITY OF Grove Baptist Church and Community Center HOPE’S TRI-STATE LABOR AND signed as Chairman of the Dallas County and The Potter House Mission. For these hon- Democratic Committee. MANAGEMENT COUNCIL HON- ors Mr. Sellers selected as Labor Leader of ORING MR. JOSEPH SELLERS He was preceded in death by his wife, the Year 2004 for the Boy Scouts of America, Frances Keenum Reynolds and a brother, Wil- WITH ITS SPIRIT OF LIFE and the 2004 Labor Leader award from the AWARD liam Reynolds. My deepest condolences go American Veterans Association. out to his sister, Mary Ruth Creech of Cam- Mr. Speaker, it is an honor for me to draw den; his son, Collins Reynolds and wife Janie HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK this Chamber’s attention to the accomplish- of Bismark; his daughters, Linda Hankins and OF PENNSYLVANIA ments of Mr. Sellers. He has made a great husband Troy of Pine Bluff, Vickie Gray and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES contribution to his community. Our nation husband Paul of Hot Springs; his five grand- Wednesday, June 7, 2006 would be greatly improved if we all made a children, and six great-grandchildren. Mr. Rey- fraction of the contribution as Mr. Sellers. nolds’ legacy and spirit will live on in those Mr. FITZPATRICK of Pennsylvania. Mr. f who lives he touches. Speaker, I rise today to highlight the accom- plishments of Mr. Joseph Sellers. Joe Sellers RECOGNIZING BRIAN GEORGE f is the President and Business Manager for KNOP FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK INDIAN COUNTRY EDUCATIONAL Local Union 19 of the Sheet Metal Workers in OF EAGLE SCOUT EMPOWERMENT ACT the Philadelphia area, Central Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Delaware. HON. SAM GRAVES HON. STEPHANIE HERSETH This week, The City of Hope’s Tri-State OF MISSOURI OF SOUTH DAKOTA Labor and Management Council will honor Mr. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Sellers with its Spirit of Life Award. City of Hope National Medical Center is one Thursday, June 8, 2006 Thursday, June 8, 2006 of the world’s leading research and treatment Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause Ms. HERSETH. Mr. Speaker, I am intro- centers for cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and to recognize Brian George Knop, a very spe- ducing the Indian Country Educational Em- bone marrow transplantation. City of Hope’s cial young man who has exemplified the finest powerment Act. This Act will facilitate eco- Tri-state Labor and Management Council qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- nomic growth and development in Indian

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Unemployment continues to scouting, he has not only earned numerous tion offered by my colleague NITA LOWEY, average near 50 percent in Indian Country merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- which would have increased the first re- and hovers well over 90 percent on many ily, peers, and community. sponder grants for urban areas by $750 mil- Reservations. Indian Country continues to Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in lion, was defeated on a party line basis, she have some of the highest rates of poverty, commending Ren Dickson for his accomplish- raises important issues that must be ad- poorest health, highest mortality rates, and ments with the Boy Scouts of America and for dressed. lowest levels of educational achievement in his efforts put forth in achieving the highest Where have foreign terrorists struck when the United States. distinction of Eagle Scout. they attack our country? A unique legal and political relationship ex- f They attack major urban areas, as they look ists between the United States and Indian to create spectacular havoc while maximizing tribes that is reflected in the Constitution, var- CONGRESS SALUTES LANCE the killing of civilians—that is the calling card ious treaties, Federal statutes, Supreme Court CORPORAL JASON KEITH BURNETT of Osama bin Laden. Remember him? Some- decisions, and executive agreements. This times we forget him in the discussion of tax creates a responsibility for the federal govern- HON. DAVE WELDON cuts and gay marriage and all the other ment to facilitate and complement tribal gov- OF FLORIDA issues—but he is still out there and still threat- ernments’ efforts to improve the quality of life IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ening our country, and especially New York for Native Americans and encourage eco- and Washington, almost everyday. Thursday, June 8, 2006 nomic development in Indian Country. This bill Al-Qaeda is not human—but we need to be does just that. Mr. WELDON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise ready for other attacks. That means proactive Numerous external efforts at economic de- to commemorate the life and service of Jason preparedness, as well as improving our reac- velopment in Indian Country have proven un- Keith Burnett, a lance corporal with the United tive response as well. successful. The most successful efforts have States Marine Corps—who lost his life in Iraq Proactively, we need to better protect our been initiated from within native communities while conducting combat operations on May urban areas—the terrorist targeted areas—like themselves. Economic development efforts 11, 2006 in the Al Anbar Province. New York. that empower native communities and give Burnett drowned with three other Marines New York was the target in 1993 when ter- them the tools to make their own decisions when their tank plunged off a bridge during a rorists bombed the World Trade Center, and should be encouraged and pursued. combat patrol. The others killed in the acci- again on September 11, 2001, when they I believe that education and economic de- dent were Lance Corporal David J. Grames completed the job they started 8 years earlier. velopment go hand-in-hand in Indian Country. Sanchez of Fort Wayne, Indiana, 2nd Lt. Mi- New York City is the most targeted city in the Indeed, higher education is a fundamental chael L. Licaizi of Garden City, New York and country and likely on Earth by terrorists. form of economic development. Yet, an Corporal Steve Vahaviolos of Airmont, New This is a reality Congress and the White uneducated workforce continues to be a cycli- York. House need to face. And if we are serious cal obstacle to economic growth in Indian At the time of his death, Lance Corporal about protecting America—all Americans—re- Country. Burnett was a member of Company A, 2nd gardless of their voting patterns, then we must The cycle is vicious. Businesses are often Tank Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, Camp go about protecting these most targeted and unwilling to locate into Indian Country because Lejeune, North Carolina. most vulnerable areas. of the lack of an educated workforce and Na- His parents, Ronald and Michele Burnett And I don’t just say New York City is tar- tive American youth see little value in an ad- and his brother, Ryan, a Marine stationed in geted to get my hometown more money. We vanced degree because there are no jobs on Hawaii, survive him. Several hundred people know we are targeted due to information our the Reservation that would reward one. Those attended the funeral at First Baptist Church of U.S. intelligence services provide to us. native youth that do obtain a higher education Poinciana on May 25, 2006 to honor our fallen Being on al-Qaeda’s hit list is one of the few often do not return to their communities be- hero. distinctions New York City has that I am not cause there are no jobs. He served his country honorably—with cour- proud of, and not happy to talk about. Higher education is costly to attain. As col- age, inspiring initiative and distinction. But we must talk about it—because it is, lege and graduate school costs continue to A devoted Marine and true patriot, it has again, reality. swell, students are increasingly shouldering been said of Lance Corporal Burnett that he I salute the Appropriations Committee for high levels of debt to pay for a college edu- knew how to make people laugh and he knew working with me and agreeing to the amend- cation. In fact, thirty-nine percent of student when it was time to be serious—either by ment I offered with my colleague from New borrowers now graduate with levels of debt helping the poor through his church or playing York, VITO FOSSELLA, to increase the current that require monthly payments in excess of soccer. urban area security initiative by $20 million— eight percent of their total monthly incomes. He will be long remembered for his love of a $12.7 million increase over last year. But Loan repayment assistance for higher edu- outdoors, his successful mission trips with his more funding is needed. cation graduates choosing to work in Indian church and his ultimate sacrifice for his coun- But this issue of homeland security and en- Country will help break this cycle of poverty try. We’ve lost another great American. We suring the resources are there for our first re- and promote economic development. I urge will all miss him. Jason Burnett is a true hero. sponders—both for proactive and reactive pre- my colleagues to support this important legis- Our thoughts and prayers are with his family paredness—is more then an issue of funding lation. and friends. in total dollar amounts. It comes down to the f f flawed funding formulas developed by Con- gress and the Bush White House to distribute RECOGNIZING REN DICKSON FOR DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SE- homeland security dollars. ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE CURITY APPROPRIATIONS ACT, These flawed formulas were crystallized last SCOUT 2007 week when President Bush announced a 40 percent cut in urban security aid to New York HON. SAM GRAVES SPEECH OF City, saying the funds weren’t needed for us. OF MISSOURI HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY Instead, these urban security dollars went to places like Louisville, Kentucky, while certainly IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW YORK at risk, cannot claim to have the critical infra- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, June 8, 2006 structure of New York City under the terrorist Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause Tuesday, June 6, 2006 microscope. to recognize Ren Dickson, a very special The House in Committee of the Whole This is a reality too—a sad and pathetic re- young man who has exemplified the finest House on the State of the Union had under ality that our homeland security dollars have qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- consideration the bill (H.R. 5441) making ap- become the latest pot of federal funding to be

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These im- ated for places like New York and diverts Iraqi people for this success and hope that provements will restore critical water re- them to Louisville; Zarqawi’s death will lead to peace and stability sources and promote economic development Our Nation provides more homeland secu- in Iraq. on the nearby Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. rity dollars per capita to Wyoming than to New f This bill provides important resources to the York; citizens of South Dakota and the Lakota peo- And sadly, protecting our homeland security IN LASTING MEMORY OF SAM ple of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. It is more about politics than security. PIERSON authorizes funds to carry out the Bureau of We haven’t caught Osama bin Laden, the Reclamation’s recommended improvements to Taliban is returning to Afghanistan, and Con- HON. MIKE ROSS the irrigation facilities at the Angostura dam. gress is not providing the funds to our first re- OF ARKANSAS The dam provides substantial economic bene- sponders to protect our targeted cities—our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fits to many South Dakotans. It provides irriga- Nation’s homeland security is a sad reflection tion to 12,218 acres of land which benefits Thursday, June 8, 2006 of our great country. ranchers and agricultural producers in the f Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to area, and it supports an important recreational commemorate the life and accomplishments of boating and fishing industry which is enjoyed RECOGNIZING ANTHONY WARREN Sam Pierson, who passed away on the 25th by many of our citizens. FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF of January. Sam was an admired and cher- Until now, however, the Angostura dam has EAGLE SCOUT ished member of the Lewisville, AR, commu- failed to provide any of these economic bene- nity, and I would like to take a few moments fits to the members of the Oglala Sioux Tribe HON. SAM GRAVES to recognize his achievements. who live just 20 miles downstream of the dam on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. The OF MISSOURI Mr. Pierson was born on February 10, 1931, Oglala Sioux Tribe has long relied on the re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in Bebee, OK. As a dedicated law enforce- ment officer, Sam served as the Lewisville city sources provided by the Cheyenne River, Thursday, June 8, 2006 marshall in 1968 and the Lafayette County which forms part of the northern boundary of Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause deputy in 1980. Sam then served as the its reservation. Long before the dam was con- to recognize Anthony Warren, a very special Lewisville chief of police from 1985 to 1998 structed as part of the Pick-Sloan Missouri young man who has exemplified the finest and most recently as the Lafayette County River Basin Project, the tribe relied on the qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- sheriff from 2001 to 2002. He was extremely river as an important economic resource. ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- respected among his colleagues, and was a Since it was completed, however, the dam has ica, Troop 337, and in earning the most pres- member of the Arkansas Sheriff’s Association taken an enormous toll on the tribe. The dam tigious award of Eagle Scout. and the National Association of Chiefs of Po- curbed the Cheyenne River’s natural flow, re- Anthony has been very active with his troop, lice. ducing water quality on the reservation, dimin- participating in many scout activities. Over the In addition to his remarkable achievements ishing natural riparian habitats, adversely im- many years Anthony has been involved with in public service, Sam Pierson also served his pacting fish and wildlife and forcing important scouting, he has not only earned numerous country. He was a veteran of the Korean war, tribal agricultural enterprises to shut their merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- where he was wounded and received a Purple doors. ily, peers, and community. Heart. He was also a member of the Okla- The bill implements the Bureau of Reclama- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in homa National Guard 45th Division and a tion’s preferred alternative in its revised water commending Anthony Warren for his accom- member of the American Legion. management plan for the Angostura Unit, plishments with the Boy Scouts of America I am deeply saddened by the death of Sam which calls for improved efficiencies in irriga- and for his efforts put forth in achieving the Pierson. His passing will leave a void in Lafay- tion operations that will free up additional highest distinction of Eagle Scout. ette County, the city of Lewisville, and in the water resources for both existing water users and the tribe. In addition, the legislation would f lives of his family and many friends. While Mr. Pierson may no longer be with us, his spirit authorize the creation of a trust fund to com- TRIBUTE TO U.S. ARMED FORCES and legacy will live on forever in the lives he pensate the tribe for the devastating economic AND INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY touched. impacts and loss of natural resources caused My most heartfelt condolences go out to his by the operation of the dam. The fund will be HON. THELMA D. DRAKE wife, Maebell Pierson; their 3 sons, George used to promote economic and infrastructure OF VIRGINIA and wife Mary Ann Pierson, John and wife Bil- development on the Pine Ridge Indian Res- ervation and enhance the education, health IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lie Joe Pierson, and Joe and wife Sheila Pier- and general welfare of the Oglala Lakota peo- Thursday, June 8, 2006 son; their 3 daughters, Kay and husband Hoppy Higgins, Linda and husband Wayne ple. Mrs. DRAKE. Mr. Speaker, this morning we Etue, and Samantha and husband Michael I hope that my distinguished colleagues will woke up to the news that Abu Musab al- Henry; his 3 brothers, Jimmy Milligan, Doug take up and pass this legislation quickly. It will Zarqawi, the vicious terrorist who has be- Milligan, and Charles Milligan; his 4 sisters, allow all of us in South Dakota to better use headed innocent civilians and murdered Daisy Neff, Georgia Cox, Vadia Ross, and our natural resources, while keeping our sol- women and children in furtherance of his per- Barbara Muntz; his 15 grandchildren, 14 great emn commitment to deal fairly and honorably verted view of peaceful religion, was killed by grandchildren, and a host of other relatives with the Oglala Sioux Tribe and the Lakota a U.S. precision guided air-strike. and friends. people of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. I ask for your help and support in moving it I would like to take this moment to thank the f men and women of our Armed Forces and the forward. intelligence community for their tireless efforts OGLALA SIOUX TRIBE ANGOSTURA f IRRIGATION PROJECT REHABILI- in striking the sword of justice deep into the RECOGNIZING JOSEPH OLVERA TATION AND DEVELOPMENT ACT heart of the terrorist threat. I want them to FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF know that their work has saved the lives of EAGLE SCOUT Americans and Iraqis. HON. STEPHANIE HERSETH While there is the possibility that someone OF SOUTH DAKOTA will attempt to rise and take Zarqawi’s place, HON. SAM GRAVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF MISSOURI I am hopeful that confusion and fear will now IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES reign supreme amongst the terrorists and that Thursday, June 8, 2006 Iraq’s newly formed government can use this Ms. HERSETH. Mr. Speaker, today I am Thursday, June 8, 2006 to their advantage and continue moving Iraq pleased to introduce the Oglala Sioux Tribe Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause forward. There is still work to do, and we must Angostura Irrigation Project Rehabilitation and to recognize Joseph Olvera, a very special

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He earned two Master degrees, one in Emil currently works as a staff-member in participating in many scout activities. Over the systems management from the University of the New York City Council, while his two chil- many years Joseph has been involved with Southern California and the other in national dren finish up their advance degrees. scouting, he has not only earned numerous security strategy from the National Defense Needless to say, the work of this man has merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- University, National War College. Other edu- no boundaries. I am pleased that Beth Jacob- ily, peers, and community. cation accomplishments include Squadron Of- Beth Miriam School is honoring Emil, and I Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in ficer School, Marine Corps Command and join with them in extending my appreciation to commending Joseph Olvera for his accom- Staff from the Marine Corps Institute, Defense him for his service to his community. plishments with the Boy Scouts of America Systems Management College, Program Man- f and for his efforts put forth in achieving the agement, distinguished graduate from Air highest distinction of Eagle Scout. Command and Staff College and National Se- HONORING THE LIFE OF MAYOR f curity Management Fellow from Syracuse Uni- EMERITUS VINCE WHIBBS versity. CONGRESS SALUTES BRIGADIER Brigadier General Owen’s awards and deco- GENERAL MARK H. OWEN HON. JEFF MILLER rations include the Legion of Merit with oak OF FLORIDA leaf cluster, Meritorious Service Medal with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. DAVE WELDON three oak clusters, Air Force Commendation Thursday, June 8, 2006 OF FLORIDA Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal with oak IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES leaf cluster, Combat Readiness Medal, and Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is Thursday, June 8, 2006 the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal. with a heavy heart but also with a tremendous Mr. WELDON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise I am honored to rise in support of General sense of pride that I rise today to recognize to recognize Brigadier General Mark H. Owen, Owen’s service to our Nation and I am proud and remember a beacon for civil service, Mr. Commander of the 45th Space Wing in Florida of his commitment to the cause of liberty and Vince Whibbs. Vince left us Tuesday, May and Deputy Department of Defense Manager freedom. I wish him every success as he con- 30th. He was 86 years old. Vince was an in- for Manned Space Flight Support to NASA. I tinues to serve this great Nation in the United credible man and his absence will leave a void congratulate him on his new assignment as States Air Force. in Pensacola that will not soon be filled. Vicki Deputy Director, Strategic Security, Deputy f and I grieve with the rest of the area at the passing of such a pillar of society. Our Chief of Staff, Air, Space and Information Op- TRIBUTE TO EMIL EISDORFER erations, Plans and Requirements, Head- thoughts and prayers remain with Anna, his quarters United States Air Force, Pentagon, wife of 63 years, their seven children, 26 HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY grandchildren, and 22 great grandchildren. Washington, DC. OF NEW YORK For the past 2 years, Brigadier General Mr. Whibbs was a native of Buffalo, New IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Owen has served as the Director of the East- York and attended the University of Buffalo ern Range, responsible for the safe and se- Thursday, June 8, 2006 before becoming an ‘‘office boy’’ for the Pon- cure access to space of America’s manned Mr. CROWLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tiac Motor Division of General Motors in 1940. and unmanned space vehicles. recognize Emil Eisdorfer, a constituent of mine As the Nation was in the grips of World War During this time, he was responsible for the as well as a friend to the Bronx community for II, Vince left Pontiac to attend the Army Air processing and launch of U.S. Government his years of public service. Force Pilot Training where he became a fight- and commercial satellites from Cape Canav- On June 8, 2006, Mr. Eisdorfer will be hon- er pilot and eventually became a flight instruc- eral Air Force Station. ored by the Beth Jacob-Beth Miriam School in tor for the Army Air Corps. The Eastern Range encompasses a 15 mil- recognition of all the hard work and his dedi- He left the military as a captain in 1946 and lion square mile area, that includes a network cation to the Bronx community. He has taken returned to the Pontiac Motor Division, rising of radar, telemetry tracking and telecommuni- the word community service above and be- to the position of zone manager. In 1958, Pen- cation hardware operating at sites up the East yond in an effort to serve not only his commu- sacola was unknowingly blessed when Vince Coast and in the Atlantic Ocean including de- nity but my constituents as well. moved his family to the area to take over a tachments at Antigua Air Station and Ascen- Mr. Eisdorfer was born in a small town in local Pontiac dealership. sion Island. Ukraine called Mukachevo, known for its rich Friendly, outgoing, and charming, Vince had General Owen earned his commission upon Jewish history up until World War II when the a love for Pensacola that was overshadowed graduation from the U.S. Air Force Academy Nazi’s genocide machine took the lives of only by his love of God, country, and family. in 1979. To date, he has received seven pro- many of his relatives, including his grand- He was constantly giving back to the commu- motions and served in a variety of space and parents. nity through his involvement in local organiza- missile assignments involving missile combat Mr. Eisdorfer’s life is a real example of the tions including the Chamber of Commerce, the crew operations, satellite command and con- American Dream. Immigrating to the United Pensacola chapter of the Navy League, the Fi- trol, space lift and test range operations and States with his wife in 1974, Mr. Eisdorfer, esta of Five Flags, the United Way, Rotary major space systems acquisitions. using his knowledge of watch making opened Club International, Junior Achievement and During the early years of his service, his as- a small business in the Pelham Parkway Project Alert. signments included the Phillips Laboratory at neighborhood of the Bronx. While he worked Mr. Whibbs also gave generously of his Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico; the to provide for his wife Elena and his two kids time, serving the community in multiple leader- Space and Missile Systems Center at Los An- Jacob and Sharon, he never forgot where he ship roles, earnestly working to make Pensa- geles Air Force Base, California; the National came from and how he got to America. He cola an even better place to live. In 1963, he Reconnaissance Office and the Office for the used his standing in the Bronx community and was elected to the City Council where he Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acqui- knowledge to assist arriving immigrants from served for two years. In 1974, he was se- sition in Washington, D.C. the former Soviet Union in job placement and lected to head the Pensacola Chamber of General Owen has also served in staff posi- counseling. Commerce. tions at Headquarters Air Force Space Com- In addition to helping immigrants here in the In 1978, he was appointed to a two-year mand and in the Office of the Assistant Sec- United States, Emil also used his 30 years of term as mayor of Pensacola but did such a retary of the Air Force for Space, as well as experience in business, economic develop- great job that he ended up serving through the Office of Secretary of the Air Force. ment, and retail sales to help create the Busi- June of 1991. Mayor Whibbs was Pensacola’s His command experience includes leading a ness Improvement District, in the Bronx. Emil longest-serving mayor and even after he left squadron in Colorado and California, and was always willing to help around the commu- the position in 1991, maintained the title of serving as commander of the 91st Space nity. mayor emeritus. During his tenure, Pensacola Wing, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota and Additionally, Emil served on numerous com- experienced tremendous growth including the the 45th Space Wing, Florida. munity boards including Vice Chairman of building of the current City Hall, the expansion

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Toward the end of his Beth has enriched so many lives in Marin Police Department. tenure, Jim was crucial in the process of ob- County, CA, through her years of accom- In 1991, Mayor Whibbs was honored on the taining grants that have been critical to the plished writing for the Marin Independent Jour- House floor by Congressman Earl Hutto, who growth and development of northwest Mis- nal as well as for her passionate immersion in accurately described him by saying, ‘‘Vince’s souri. varied aspects of life in the community and real strengths lie in his basic. personality and Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in around the globe. his never-ending promotion of the city’s good- recognizing Jim Weidinger of St. Joseph, Mis- Born in Massachusetts, Beth moved many will. Vince Whibbs is known nationwide, and souri. Jim’s commitment to excellence is re- times in her early years as the family sought everyone who knows him breaks into a spon- markable, and I am honored to represent him financial stability during the Depression. With taneous smile when his name is mentioned. In in the United States Congress. the help of her supportive family, she devel- other words, no one doesn’t like Vince f oped an interest in writing and worked on Whibbs.’’ school newspapers. They moved to Marin in The Pensacola News Journal stated that IN LASTING RECOGNITION OF 1942, and, after finishing her junior year in ‘‘his mind worked so rapidly that his words CHARLES RICHARD LIPPARD high school, Beth entered Stanford University tumbled out at you to the point that you’d want where she became editor of the Stanford to call for backup. He spoke from a golden HON. MIKE ROSS Daily. She graduated in 1947 with majors in throat with a silver tongue, ever the diplomat OF ARKANSAS journalism and political science. representing Pensacola.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Beth’s journalism career began in Marin at Vince was well known for a rapid-fire deliv- Thursday, June 8, 2006 KTIM radio and included stints in southern ery of this speech he recited for visiting dig- California and Europe before her first job at Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to nitaries: the Independent Journal, IJ, as a copy editor honor the life of Charles Richard ‘‘Rick’’ On behalf of our elected City Council, in 1953. She soon became news editor, one Lippard of Booneville, AR, who passed away those 10 masterful men who manage our of only two women with such a position in on March 9, 2006. Rick was born on May 31, magnificent municipality; and on behalf of California at that time. Except for a 12-year 1946, and I wish to recognize his life and the chairman of our county commission and break to raise her children and a brief foray achievements. his four commissioners who constantly deal into a public relations business, Beth has been with the changing, challenging conditions of A graduate of Bauxite High School, the Uni- our county; and on behalf of our wonderful versity of Arkansas, and the University of Ar- an important fixture in several different roles at people who populate the Northwest Florida kansas School of Law, Rick started a law the IJ. She currently shines as a feature writ- area, it is my privilege and pleasure as practice in Booneville in 1970. Throughout his er. Raising her five sons—including two from mayor to welcome you to Pensacola, the legal career, he served as Booneville City At- western gate to the Sunshine State, where the previous marriage of her second husband, torney, Logan County Deputy Prosecutor, thousands live the way millions wish they Ross Ashley—was a role Beth also relished. Public Defender, and Booneville Municipal could, where the warmth of our community She loved her years as a homemaker but Judge. He was also a member of the Amer- comes not only from God’s good sunshine, retuned to work when her husband died of but from the hearts of the people who live ican Bar Association and the Arkansas Bar here. Welcome to Pensacola, America’s first cancer in 1971. Association. Another constant in Beth’s life has been place city and the place where America Rick was also extremely active in the travel, which feeds her curiosity as well as began. Booneville community where he was President nourishing her compassion for others. She has Vince remained a champion for the Pensa- and member of the Booneville Chamber of written movingly on topics such as the food cola Bay Area all of the way up to his last mo- Commerce, a member of the Booneville Parks shortages in Moscow in the early years of ments. He passed after dressing for a tele- and Recreation Commission, a Member of the Glasnost to the struggles of women in Afghan- vision appearance to promote a proposed USDA Committee, President, Paul Harris Fel- istan trying to recover from years of repressive Community Maritime Park on the waterfront of low, and member of the Booneville Rotary Taliban rule, and she is currently involved in downtown Pensacola. Vince campaigned end- Club, Booneville Little League Coach and Iran and its people on the ground, as well as lessly for downtown redevelopment and was a board member of First Western Bank. in Darfur. staunch believer in making a good city a great In 2003, Rick was diagnosed with Beth has been a positive force on nonprofit place to work and live. His son Mark Whibbs Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, ALS, and true boards in Marin County including the Marin put it best when he said about his father, ‘‘He to his nature, passionately volunteered in Aids Political Action Committee, Love is the loved this city, and he became a big part of it whatever capacity possible. He volunteered Answer, the Marin Education Fund, and the from the moment he moved here. And he tirelessly for the Fort Smith Chamber of Mus- Red Cross. She has won numerous awards never stopped.’’ cular Dystrophy Association, MDA, and the for her community service, awards which re- He was a friend of Pensacola, a friend of Memphis and Arkansas Chapters of the ALS flect her caring and commitment. She also the military and a personal friend of mine. His Association. published a book, entitled, of course, Marin, enthusiasm was contagious, his integrity in- As a man of faith, Rick taught the McLean which captures the same essence of the area spiring. Pensacola has lost a great man. Vince Bible Study Class at First United Methodist that is reflected in her features. Whibbs will be sorely missed. Church and was a devoted member of the Readers of the IJ look forward eagerly to Walnut Grove Cumberland Presbyterian f Beth’s columns which illuminate all aspects of Church. life in Marin County as well as capturing deep- RECOGNIZING JIM WEIDINGER Rick spent a lifetime dedicated to the com- er feelings about our global world and our munity of Booneville and will be deeply shared humanity. Reflecting on the life of a HON. SAM GRAVES missed. My deepest sympathies go to his wife, young girl who is working in Darfur, Sudan, OF MISSOURI Elaine; his three daughters, Lisa, Laura and with Doctors Without Borders, Beth mused, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lesley; his three sons, Billy, Justin and Kyle; ‘‘Young people today do remarkable things— and his sister, Sharon. While Rick may no Thursday, June 8, 2006 eschewing personal comfort, risking their longer be with us, his legacy will live on in the Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause lives—to help humanity in the rest of the lives he touched. to recognize Jim Weidinger. Jim is retiring world.... And I felt stirrings of regret that I had after over 30 years of service to the United f never fulfilled a long-ago urge to change the States Department of Agriculture in Rural De- TRIBUTE TO BETH ASHLEY ON work with unselfish service of my own.’’ velopment. A lifelong Missourian, Jim was HER 80TH BIRTHDAY Fortunately, she adds to these ruminations, born and raised on a farm in Vienna, Missouri, ‘‘My life has been happier than I could ever then after the completion of high school at- HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY have dreamed.’’ Her happiness, caring, and tended the University of Missouri in Columbia, OF CALIFORNIA concern shine through both in person and in the newspaper. Beth’s writings have been a Missouri. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jim began his career with Rural Develop- remarkable and unselfish service to the people ment on February 11, 1975 as an Assistant Thursday, June 8, 2006 of her community and beyond, but to Beth, her Emergency Loan Supervisor in the Union, Mis- Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise with children are one of the most important leg- souri, office. His career spanned 30 years at great pleasure to celebrate my friend Beth acies anyone could have.

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WOOLSEY METHODIST CHURCH scouting, he has not only earned numerous OF CALIFORNIA merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. JEFF MILLER ily, peers, and community. Thursday, June 8, 2006 OF FLORIDA Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES commending Kyle Austin Spangler for his ac- honor Joseph Verdu, a man who was loved complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- Thursday, June 8, 2006 and admired by many people in my hometown ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is of Petaluma, California. Joe passed away on highest distinction of Eagle Scout. with tremendous joy and celebration that I rise November 5, 2003, at the age of 69. On May today to honor the consecration of the Eliza- f 20, 2006, friends and family gathered for the beth Chapel United Methodist Church in IN MEMORY OF REVEREND B.J. dedication and renaming of McDowell Field to Chumuckla, FL, where my wife Vicki and I JACKSON the Joseph F. Verdu Athletic Field. have been members since 2001. Joe deserved this honor. He was active in Elizabeth Chapel has been a home for me; youth sports in Petaluma, inspiring many a place of solace where I can go to be closer HON. MIKE ROSS young people with his warmth and commit- to God and get back in tune with what is really OF ARKANSAS ment. He helped organize the Petaluma Youth important in my life. Likewise, the church fam- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Soccer League and served as its president for ily has acted as a true family to my wife and Thursday, June 8, 2006 three years. He was also vice president of the me, continuously offering us their support, en- Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to California Youth Soccer Association for two couragement, and kindness. honor the memory of Reverend Brisco James years and on the board of the Petaluma Valley Elizabeth Chapel United Methodist Church ‘‘B.J.’’ Jackson of Crossett, Arkansas. Rev- Little League. The City honored him with a has served a vital role in the community of erend Jackson dedicated his life to serving Community Recognition Award in 1978 and Chumuckla since 1937. Originating from the others through ministry. He passed on an en- the State of California with the Parks and marriage of two smaller churches in the late during legacy with his strong leadership, vi- Recreation Department Outstanding Service 1930s, the church has remained a quaint sion, and concern for others. Reverend Jack- Award in 1979. group of adamant believers whose moral fiber son passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at Born in San Francisco in 1934, Joe grad- and strength is unwavering. the age of 83. uated from Lowell High School, attended UC On September 16, 2004, Hurricane Ivan Rev. Jackson was born in Shelton, LA to Berkeley, and served in the United States Air tore through the area, leaving damage, de- James and Mittie Jackson and raised in Oak Force from 1954–1958. He married his sweet- struction, and heartbreak in its wake. The hur- Ridge, LA, by his grandmother, Maggie Lewis. heart Sylvia Magnani in 1957. The couple ricane left the church building irreparable and In 1943 he moved to Crossett, where he was lived in Santa Clara until his job with Kimberly- it was soon leveled to begin new construction. employed by Crossett Lumber Co. Throughout Clark brought him to Petaluma in 1970. Though many members of the congregation his impressive career, Rev. Jackson joined Joe is survived by his wife Sylvia and their lost their homes or had significant damage to New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, where eight sons: Joseph, William, Stephen, Thom- their own property in the storm, in the week he served on the usher and deacon boards. as, Mark, David, Paul, and Michael. When he that followed the hurricane, members of the He became a minister in 1949 and served as died, he had 16 grandchildren; now there are church and others in the community came to- pastor at Ivory Chapel Baptist Church in 17. Mr. Speaker, Sylvia describes her husband gether descending on the church grounds to Bastrop, LA, Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Mon- as ‘‘a wonderful family man’’ with a ‘‘magnetic help FEMA distribute over 60,000 MRE’s as roe, LA, Rose Hill Baptist Church in Dermott, personality that made him popular with every- well as ice and water to those in need. and Holly Springs Baptist Church in Pine Hill. In the months that followed with the glorifi- one who knew him.’’ I know that description In 1950, he became pastor of New Bethel and cation of God’s work in their hearts, the com- rings true for me and my family. We miss Jo- became full-time pastor in 1966. munity, congregation and other churches in seph Verdu’s humor and spirit, and I am proud Rev. Jackson’s commitment went far be- the surrounding area came together to begin to honor him for his service to the youth of yond his activities as pastor; he was pas- rebuilding Elizabeth Chapel. It has been nearly Petaluma. sionate about giving back through other com- two years since Ivan devastated the Gulf munity service as well. In addition to serving f Coast, and the reconstruction is complete. On as pastor of New Bethel, he was moderator of Sunday, June 10, 2006, I will join in the fellow- MINE IMPROVEMENT AND NEW the Southeast District Baptist Association for ship and celebration of the consecration of the EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACT OF 29 years, second vice president of the Regular Elizabeth Chapel United Methodist Church. 2006 Arkansas Baptist Association, and instructor of Mr. Speaker, I truly represent an incredible the ministers’ seminar in the association for SPEECH OF group of people. It warms my heart that the over 20 years. Reverend Jackson was also community, congregation, and other churches HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO president of the Williams Daycare Center have come together, through the hardships OF ILLINOIS board of directors, a 32nd degree Mason, a and heartache that have been prevalent since IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES member of Exodus Lodge 403 of Crossett and hurricane Ivan, to once again provide a house Scottish Rites Angerona Lodge 78 in Pine Wednesday, June 7, 2006 of worship to the amazingly resilient members Bluff, and a member of Eastern Star of Silver of Elizabeth Chapel United Methodist Church. Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Star Lodge 306 in Crossett. support of S. 2803, the Mine Improvement and f A man of great character, he returned to New Emergency Response (MINER) Act of RECOGNIZING KYLE AUSTIN high school at the age of 31 and graduated 2006, to provide important Federal safety reg- SPANGLER FOR ACHIEVING THE from T. W. Daniel in 1959. He was also a ulations for coal mines. RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT graduate of United Theological Seminary in The number of coal miners who have died Monroe. so far this year is alarming and has high- HON. SAM GRAVES While Rev. Jackson may no longer be with lighted the pressing need to revise coal miner OF MISSOURI us, his spirit and legacy will live on forever in health safety standards to ensure miners are the lives he touched. My heartfelt condolences IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES equipped with state of the art technologies, go out to his wife of 62 years, Sallie Lee Jack- tracking devices, and sufficient emergency Thursday, June 8, 2006 son; their daughters Hazel Hill, Betty Levy, supplies of oxygen. Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause Bobbie Hendrix and husband John; their son Our current Federal mine safety regulations to recognize Kyle Austin Spangler, a very spe- Charles Jackson and wife Mary; his sister are outdated. We need to act now to protect

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As parents, educators, and public offi- tles in the Pacific between 1942 and 1945. It mine safety regulations to help protect miners cials, we have an obligation, a moral duty, to was never once decoded by the Japanese. in the event of an emergency. ensure that students, from pre-school to high After the war, Mr. Yazzie was discharged as The bill before the House today, S. 2803, school and beyond receive the highest quality a Private First Class in 1945. He married while not perfect, includes many important education possible. By properly educating our Carrie A. Yazzie of Gainsboro, TN and moved provisions to help save lives. The measure is students and providing them with the tools to Nashville in the early 1950’s. He raised a a step in the right direction and is only the be- they need in order to become successful family while earning an honest living as a ginning of more mine safety reforms to be adults, they will thrive in today’s fast-paced welder. Mr. Yazzie battled diabetes for the last considered in the House to ensure our mine and technological world. 35 years of his life and suffered heart prob- workers have the safest measures in place. The most important component to our chil- lems and a blood infection. He passed away I represent southwestern and southern Illi- dren’s education is our teachers. Today, more peacefully at his home in Madison, TN. nois, a region with a rich coal mining history. than ever, our educators face new obstacles Mr. Yazzie was always very humble about Coal mining has played a significant roll in and challenges. As the son of public school his contributions to the war effort, ‘‘We just transforming and developing the region since educators, I have a deep respect and grati- sent messages,’’ he said in 2003. ‘‘We were the mid-1800s when substantial coal mining in tude for all educators and their personal com- sending codes on the radio, and we would just Illinois began. In 2006, the coal industry con- mitment to our children. talk on the radio using my language.’’ tinues to be a vital component of our econ- America is deeply indebted to top-notch Because the code talkers were considered omy, and one we are working to strengthen educators, such as Charre Todd, for their con- such valuable assets to the military after the for the future. Improving mine safety standards tinued excellence in the classroom and com- war, they never received public recognition for is an important part of this process began in mitment to our students. Today’s teachers their contributions in the Pacific. Finally, in Illinois, West Virginia, and other coal pro- shape the very foundation of America’s future. 1992, Mr. Yazzie was among 35 Navajo code ducing States. Mr. Speaker, I urge my col- I am honored to recognize Mrs. Todd for her talkers to receive official recognition for their leagues to support S. 2803 to affirm our com- outstanding work, and extend my sincere grat- service from the Pentagon outside of Wash- mitment to the hard working men and women itude for her dedication to educating our young ington, D.C. In addition, I had the great honor who enter coal mines every day. people. Mrs. Todd is an inspiration to us all, of awarding Mr. Yazzie a Congressional Silver f and I consider it a privilege to serve as her Medal for Distinguished Service at a special United States Congressman in the House of ceremony in Nashville on July 4, 2003. RECOGNIZING TREVOR DON ROTH Representatives. I am proud to salute the remarkable life and FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF f contributions of Mr. Robert Yazzie and his leg- EAGLE SCOUT acy of courage and patriotism that will live on. PERSONAL EXPLANATION On behalf of the Fifth District of Tennessee, I HON. SAM GRAVES offer my most sincere condolences to his fam- OF MISSOURI HON. TIMOTHY H. BISHOP ily—Bruce M. Yazzie, Martha Prater, Marjorie IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW YORK Lowe, Charlie Burris and Harvey Lee Burris— Thursday, June 8, 2006 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and the loved ones he leaves behind. f Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause Thursday, June 8, 2006 to recognize Trevor Don Roth, a very special Mr. BISHOP of New York. Mr. Speaker, due PERSONAL EXPLANATION young man who has exemplified the finest to illness, I was not present in the Chamber to qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- cast my vote on rollcalls 227 through 234 on HON. SAM GRAVES ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- Wednesday, June 7. OF MISSOURI ica, Troop 314, and in earning the most pres- Had I been present, I would have voted IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tigious award of Eagle Scout. ‘‘yea’’ on rollcalls 229, 230, 231, 233, and 234. Trevor has been very active with his troop, I would have voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcalls 227, Thursday, June 8, 2006 participating in many scout activities. Over the 228, and 232. Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, on Monday, many years Trevor has been involved with f May 22, 2006 I was unavoidably delayed and scouting, he has not only earned numerous thus missed rollcall votes Nos. 177 and 178. merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ ily, peers, and community. WORLD WAR II NAVAJO CODE on both votes. TALKER, ROBERT YAZZIE Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in f commending Trevor Don Roth for his accom- plishments with the Boy Scouts of America HON. JIM COOPER TRIBUTE TO JACK AND EVON KECK and for his efforts put forth in achieving the OF TENNESSEE highest distinction of Eagle Scout. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Thursday, June 8, 2006 HON. JERRY WELLER OF ILLINOIS IN RECOGNITION OF CHARRE TODD Mr. COOPER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor the life of Robert Yazzie, a remarkable HON. MIKE ROSS American who served his Nation with great Thursday, June 8, 2006 OF ARKANSAS courage and honor as a code talker during Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES World War II. We lost a great Tennessean, honor Jack and Evon Keck who recently veteran and patriot when Mr. Yazzie passed pledged $1 Million to assist in the funding of Thursday, June 8, 2006 away on Memorial Day—Monday, May 31, Silver Cross Hospital’s Emergency Depart- Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- 2006—at the age of 81. ment expansion. Jack and Evon Keck are con- ognize Charre Todd of Crossett, Arkansas Robert H. Yazzie was born on June 1, 1924 stituents in my 11th Congressional District. who was recently awarded the 2005 Presi- in Arizona and grew up in an Episcopal or- The newly expanded Silver Cross Emer- dential Award for Excellence in Mathematics phanage on a Navajo Indian reservation. At gency Department will have the capacity to and Science Teaching. This award is the Na- the age of 17, he enlisted in the Marines to care for 60,000 patients annually. A new wait- tion’s highest honor for teaching in the fields serve as a code talker in World War II. Yazzie ing area will also be added for children, with of math and science. and the other code talkers developed a code amenities like video games, flat screen TVs This annual presidential award was estab- based on their native language for military with VCR/DVDs and an aquarium that will lished by Congress in 1983. It provides special communications in battles with Japan. They catch the attention of the children and make recognition to outstanding educators in the used the code in telephone and radio mes- the wait a little bit easier for parents.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08JN8.023 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS E1072 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 8, 2006 The Kecks are longtime residents and busi- care, teaching, research, administration, and them would have an incentive to quickly retire. ness leaders in Joliet, Illinois. Jack and Evon education in the field of oncology. The Oncol- Such a retirement exodus would have serious attended and met one another at Joliet Town- ogy Nursing Society is the largest organization safety implications for the flying public. It is im- ship High School. In 1942, only three months of oncology health professionals in the world, perative that Congress acts now and sends after marrying Evon, Jack joined the Seabees with more than 33,000 registered nurses and the two parties back to the negotiating table. and served as a 1st Class Electrician in the other health care professionals. The Society’s f South Pacific during WWII for three years. mission is to promote excellence in oncology During this time, Evon worked for the phone nursing and quality cancer care. I commend RECOGNIZING ALEXANDER STE- company. Jack is a former partner of William Diane and her organization for all that they do VEN ORTEGA FOR ACHIEVING Keck and Sons Electric Company and the in the field of oncology. THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT original founder of the Joliet Equipment Cor- Cancer is a complex, multifaceted and poration, which today is one of the largest chronic disease, and people with cancer are HON. SAM GRAVES motor repair and sales companies in the Mid- best served by a multidisciplinary health care OF MISSOURI west. team specializing in oncology care, including IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As a business man, Jack was successful in nurses who are certified in that specialty. Ac- Thursday, June 8, 2006 selling the largest motors ever build to Pacific cording to the American Cancer Society, one Steel. It took two railroad cars to transport in three women and one in two men will re- Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause each motor. He also purchased all the super- ceive a diagnosis of cancer at some point in to recognize Alexander Steven Ortega, a very chargers in existence that were used in B–29 their lives, and one out of every four deaths in special young man who has exemplified the airplanes. General Henry ‘‘Hap’’ Arnold, com- the United States results from cancer. This finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by mander of the Army Air Forces in World War year approximately 26,390 people in Wis- taking an active part in the Boy Scouts of II and the only air commander ever to attain consin will be diagnosed with cancer, and an- America, Troop 314, and in earning the most the five-star rank of General of the Army, or- other 10,650 will lose their battles with this ter- prestigious award of Eagle Scout. dered the purchase of nine car loads to be rible disease. Every day, oncology nurses see Alexander has been very active with his used in the planes supplying the Berlin Air- the pain and suffering caused by cancer and troop, participating in many scout activities. craft. At the age of 65, Jack bought the Wis- understand the physical, emotional, and finan- Over the many years Alexander has been in- consin Steel Mill, dismantled it in the middle of cial challenges people with cancer face volved with scouting, he has not only earned winter, and moved it to Joliet to be cleaned throughout their diagnosis and treatment. numerous merit badges, but also the respect and sold. I would like to once again acknowledge and of his family, peers, and community. The Ked’s are the proud parents of two chil- thank Diane Otte for her hard work and lead- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in dren, Ricky and Cynthia. Today, they enjoy ership on the Oncology Nursing Society Board commending Alexander Steven Ortega for his spending time with their children, grand- of Directors. As a nurse and leader in the accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of children and great-grandchildren. field, Diane has made it her life’s mission to America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- Mr. Speaker, I urge this body to identify and help others and she should be applauded for ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. recognize other individuals in their own dis- all she has done. f tricts whose actions have so greatly benefited f IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF and strengthened America’s families and com- THE STRONGSVILLE MUSTANGS munities. AMENDING TITLE 49, UNITED STATES CODE BASEBALL TEAM—STATE f CHAMPS ONCOLOGY NURSING SPEECH OF HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH HON. RON KIND OF PENNSYLVANIA OF OHIO OF WISCONSIN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, June 6, 2006 Thursday, June 8, 2006 Thursday, June 8, 2006 Ms. SCHWARTZ of Pennsylvania. Mr. Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to call Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 5449, honor and recognition of the Strongsville Mus- attention to the important and essential role which would send the Federal Aviation Admin- tangs Baseball Team, for their spectacular vic- oncology nurses play in providing quality can- istration and the National Air Traffic Control- tory as winners of the State of Ohio, 2006 Di- cer care. These nurses are principally involved lers Association back to the negotiating table vision I High School Championship. in the administration and monitoring of chemo- to reach a fair resolution to their contract dis- This well-deserved triumph reflects a com- therapy and the associated side-effects pa- pute. mitted coaching staff and dedicated players tients experience. As anyone ever treated for On April 5, 2005, the FAA declared an im- who maintained a steady focus on their collec- cancer will tell you, oncology nurses are intel- passe in its contract talks with NATCA. The tive dream. The individual athleticism, enthu- ligent, well-trained, highly skilled and kind- current process for resolving an impasse in siasm and discipline that reflected from every hearted providers of quality clinical, psycho- contract talks between FAA and NATCA al- player also reflected the soul of a team whose social and supportive care to patients and lows the FAA to unilaterally impose its con- faith in themselves and passion for the game their families. In short, they are integral to our tract upon the controllers if the agency sends proved mightier than the odds of winning. nation’s cancer care delivery system. the contract to Congress and there is no legis- The sheer talent, drive and ultimate victory On behalf of the people with cancer and lative intervention within 60–days. On June 5, that frames the 2006 season of the their families in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional the 60–day window ended and the FAA an- Strongsville Mustangs, a team once described District, I would like to specifically acknowl- nounced that it intended to begin imple- as the ‘‘underdog,’’ stands as a monument to edge Diane Otte from Onalaska, Wisconsin for menting its last contract offer. the collective resilience and spirit of our nation her service on the Oncology Nursing Society Not only is this process unfair, but it creates itself, and reflects the heart and soul of our Board of Directors and her role as Director of a level of distrust between the two parties re- greatest American pastime—baseball. the Cancer Center at Franciscan Skemp sponsible for ensuring a safe and efficient air Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me Healthcare. traffic control system. Congress should not be in honor and recognition of the coaches and The Oncology Nursing Society has five in the business of negotiating contract dis- players of the Strongsville High School Mus- chapters in my home state of Wisconsin. Lo- putes. Instead, we should help ensure an eq- tangs as we join in congratulating them on cated in Edgar, Green Bay, Oak Creek, uitable resolution to this situation by sending their outstanding victory as State Champions. Pewaukee, and Madison these chapters serve both parties back to the negotiating table and The individual and collective achievements of the oncology nurses in the state and support H.R. 5449 does just this. the Strongsville Mustangs Baseball Team un- them in their efforts to provide high quality Mr. Speaker, our nation’s dedicated, highly- derscores the meaning of the words ‘‘True cancer care to patients and their families skilled air traffic controllers are on the front Champion,’’ and serves to inspire us all with throughout Wisconsin. lines of ensuring safety for the millions of the joy of the game and the knowledge any- Since 1975, the Oncology Nursing Society Americans who fly each year. Under the unfa- thing is possible, even in the bottom of the has been dedicated to excellence in patient vorable terms of the FAA’s last offer, many of ninth, two down, full count—batter up.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08JN8.029 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1073 ABBAS’ ULTIMATUM TO HAMAS accessible education to all, Northwest Missouri IN RECOGNITION OF LE MOYNE State University established the American COLLEGE MEN’S LACROSSE TEAM HON. SCOTT GARRETT Dream Grant in 2004, the only program of its OF NEW JERSEY kind in the United States that provides stu- HON. JAMES T. WALSH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dents who qualify with free tuition, room and OF NEW YORK board, computer and textbooks. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, June 8, 2006 Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Thursday, June 8, 2006 Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, recognizing Northwest Missouri State Univer- Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to I rise today to comment on Hamas’ refusal to sity, an exceptional institution in Missouri’s even come to the table to answer Palestinian praise the Le Moyne College Men’s Lacrosse Sixth Congressional District. The Northwest team on winning the 2006 Division II National President Mahmoud Abbas’ recent ultimatum. Missouri State University’s commitment to ex- Eleven days ago, President Abbas de- Championship. Their 12–5 victory over cellence is inspiring, and I am honored to rep- Dowling College capped off an 18–0 campaign manded that Hamas government recognize resent so many of its fine employees, stu- the 1967 borders with Israel threatening to for the Le Moyne Dolphins, and earned them dents, and alumni in the United States Con- their second Division II national title in 3 years. take the plan to a public referendum. Presi- gress. dent Abbas’ plan would establish a Palestinian Le Moyne’s national title efforts were spurred by the best D-II defense in the Nation. The State and allow for all Palestinian refuges to f return to their homes within Israel. Hamas’ re- Dolphins also had a total of 8 players earning All-America honors from the United States fusal to even consider this plan shows just TRIBUTE TO THE 30TH ANNIVER- how extreme Hamas is. Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association. SARY OF COMMUNITY RE- On behalf of the people of the 25th District Hamas is responsible for the tragic deaths SOURCES FOR INDEPENDENCE of thousands of innocent Israelis and Ameri- of New York, I congratulate Head Coach Dan cans, including women and children. It has re- Sheehan, Assistant Coaches Brian Datellas, fused to take part in any peace talks, including HON. MIKE THOMPSON Kevin Michaud, Eric MacCaull, and the players the Oslo Accords. It has refused to participate of the Le Moyne College Men’s Lacrosse in previous, formal governmental operations OF CALIFORNIA team: Jared Corcoran, Travis Tarr, Alex Bily, that have worked with Israel. And it has ac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tively recruited children to accomplish their Markus Fallico, Brian Cost, Jason Longo, malevolent and homicidal agenda. Thursday, June 8, 2006 Chris Doran, Brian Griffin, Nate Evans, Chris I commend President Abbas for attempting Moore, Matt Juriga, Matt Emerson, Mike Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, Recor, Jordan Witt, Tim MacLean; to bridge the gap between the Hamas govern- I rise today to pay tribute to Community Re- ment and Middle East peace. I stand steadfast Brian Welch, Ted Rund, Ed Street, Mike sources for Independence (CRI) as this orga- McDonald, Doug McIve, Pete Gibbons, Blake in support of our ally, Israel. And I urge the nization celebrates 30 years of assisting peo- world to recognize Hamas for what it truly is— Gale, Ryan Lewis, Tom Donahue, Kevin Kohl, ple with disabilities in Napa, Sonoma, Lake Brad Wolken, Jim Fiacco, Matt Crandall, Marc an organization bent on extremism and hate and Mendocino Counties. and a roadblock on the path to peace in the Cizenski, Mike McLaughlin; Dan Brown, Jeff Lewis, Craig Rosecrans, Middle East. CRI was founded as a non-profit organiza- Tyler Hill, Russ Oechsle, Andrew Carducci, f tion in 1976 to advance the rights of people with disabilities to equal justice, access, op- Rob Poole, Mike Lindstrom, Mike Malone, RECOGNIZING NORTHWEST portunity and participation. From its humble Matt Cassalia, Dan Ziegler, Pat O’Donnell, Pat MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY beginnings with a single office in one county, McPartlin, and Matt Foster. it has grown to an organization with three of- f HON. SAM GRAVES fices serving more than 2,500 people in four HONORING EUGENIA BULNES OF MISSOURI counties with an annual operating budget of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES $1.5 million. HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN Thursday, June 8, 2006 CRI has enriched the lives of its clients by OF FLORIDA working with individuals, cities and counties to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause improve access for persons with disabilities in Thursday, June 8, 2006 to recognize Northwest Missouri State Univer- their work, study, play, housing and worship sity. Established in the year 1905, Northwest and received national recognition for its work Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I would Missouri State University has just marked 100 in 2000. like to take this opportunity to recognize Ms. years of outstanding service in higher edu- Eugenia Maria Bulnes, the Principal of the Sis- The organization’s Transition Project assists cation. ter Carolyn Learning Center. Principal Bulnes people with disabilities in moving from institu- Beginning as a two-year Normal School for is retiring on June 9, 2006 after 8 years as tional to independent living. It is the only pro- teacher education, Northwest Missouri State principal and over 40 years as an educator gram successfully serving homeless disabled University now is a nationally and internation- and mentor to the youth of South Florida. individuals in Sonoma County. ally recognized university offering bachelor Eugenia, arrived in our great country in and master degree programs. Beginning in The Deaf Services Program provides advo- 1961 after fleeing the Castro regime. Since 1984, Northwest Missouri State University es- cacy, communication assistance, community then, she found her life’s calling working with tablished a culture of quality and has won the education, independent living skills, peer coun- children. In fact, Eugenia has spent the major- Missouri Quality Award three times. seling and accessibility equipment resources. ity of her life, mentoring and guiding youth. An innovative leader, the first electronic The Disability Law Clinic has been instru- Throughout her career she has established campus at a public university in the United mental in raising disability awareness in the herself as a selfless leader, and her dedication States was founded at Northwest Missouri community by working with employers to sup- to her field is unquestionable. It is the perse- State University in 1987. Northwest Missouri port reasonable accommodations in the work- verance and compassion of people like Euge- State University is a national leader in alter- place and by protecting the rights of its clients nia that enables our country to continue to native fuels, having put in place a wood pellet to be participating members in the community. prosper and grow. system that has produced the University’s own I am grateful for the tremendous diligence heating and cooling for more than 20 years, 2006 is also a milestone year as it marked and dedication Eugenia exhibited on behalf of and providing a significant savings to the Uni- the inauguration of CRI’s first wheelchair bas- the student body at Carolyn Learning Center. versity and the State of Missouri. ketball team, The Redwood Rollers. Naturally Eugenia’s dedication to enriching the lives of Among public colleges and universities, they won their first game. others is truly admirable. The passion she ex- Northwest Missouri State University maintains In work and in play, Community Resources erted towards her profession is not only com- one of the highest graduation rates at more for Independence has become an invaluable mendable, but inspirational as well. than 60 percent. Students at Northwest Mis- organization in my Congressional District and Once again, I commend Eugenia for her dis- souri State University consistently rank the it is therefore appropriate that we acknowl- tinguished career as an educator and I ap- university at the top of student satisfaction edge and honor them as they celebrate 30 plaud her for all the tremendous successes measurements. Realizing the need for more years of service. you have accomplished throughout the years.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08JN8.034 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS E1074 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 8, 2006 PERSONAL EXPLANATION will continue to touch Louisville even after his AMENDING TITLE 49, UNITED retirement. STATES CODE HON. MIKE ROGERS f OF MICHIGAN TRIPLE CROWN WINNER HON. RON PAUL IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES WHIRLAWAY AND THE ARMED OF TEXAS Thursday, June 8, 2006 SERVICES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, June 6, 2006 Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, on the legislative day of May 19, 2006 the House HON. HOWARD P. ‘‘BUCK’’ McKEON Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, H.R. 5449 changes voted on a procedural motion to H.R. 5385, OF CALIFORNIA the rules under which the Federal Aviation Ad- the Fiscal 2007 Military Construction-VA Ap- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ministration (FAA) negotiates with Federal em- propriations Act. On House rollcall vote No. Thursday, June 8, 2006 ployees unions, such as the National Air Traf- 173, I was unavoidably detained. Had I been fic Controllers Association (NATCA), to make Mr. MCKEON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to present, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ the FAA abide by the exact same process that acknowledge the outstanding civilian support f other government agencies do when they ne- of our Armed Services that was embodied by gotiate with Federal employees unions. Con- RECOGNITION FOR REV. BOB the Triple Crown winning-horse, Whirlaway, trary to the claims of its opponents, H.R. 5449 RUSSELL during the beginning of World War II. As a di- does not allow NATCA to indefinitely prolong rect result of the fundraising enabled by the negotiations. H.R. 5449 allows the FAA to act HON. ANNE M. NORTHUP popularity and talent of Whirlaway, many USO to end negotiations and bring their case before Clubs around the country were established. As OF KENTUCKY a Federal mediation board who has power to a congressionally chartered, nonprofit organi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES resolve the dispute. H.R. 5449 would prevent zation, that support U.S. troops and their fami- the FAA from unilaterally imposing a contract Thursday, June 8, 2006 lies wherever they serve, the USO has also on the air traffic controllers. In contrast, the Mrs. NORTHUP. Mr. Speaker, I would like recognized the contribution that Whirlaway current system may provide the FAA with the to recognize the career and service of the aided in the early 1940s. opportunity to drag out negotiations, so it can Reverend Bob Russell, who is retiring this Whirlaway accomplished some impressive ultimately declare an impasse and impose a month after forty years of ministry at South- feats as a sports figure, including the still-un- contract. Thus, the changes made in H.R. east Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky. broken record for the fastest furlong ever run 5449 seem reasonable. Throughout his time at Southeast, Rev. Rus- in the Kentucky Derby. As a war hero, Some people, including many House of sell has worked diligently to follow his faith in Whirlaway was an irreplaceable symbol of Representatives members with whom I usually God wherever it might lead him. His contribu- unity and mutual support between our civilian agree, are claiming that H.R. 5449 will cost tion to the Louisville community is unparalleled population and the men and women who American taxpayers billions of dollars. This and his impact on individual lives is immeas- serve our country. claim is based on an assumption that the final urable. As we remember the brave soldiers who result of the mediation process established by As a young man in Pennsylvania, Rev. Rus- have served our country in uniform this Memo- H.R. 5449 will be significantly more costly to sell dreamed of coaching high school basket- rial Day, we should also remember the inspir- the taxpayer then the contract the FAA will im- ball. However, life would hold a different plan ing stories of those civilians who have dem- pose on the controllers if H.R. 5449 fails to for him. During his senior year of high school, onstrated extraordinary support in the past. pass. However, under H.R. 5449, the dispute he felt a call into ministry. He enrolled in a May God bless our men and women in uni- will be resolved by a Federal mediation panel seminary, graduating from Cincinnati Bible form and all civilians who remember them on whose members are appointed by the presi- Seminary in 1965. this Memorial Day. dent. I am skeptical that a presidentially ap- On June 12, 1966, Rev. Russell delivered f pointed mediation board will give an exorbitant his first sermon as pastor of a nascent South- TRIBUTE TO MINISINK HOOK & package to NATCA, especially since the dif- east Christian Church. Only four years prior, LADDER COMPANY #1 ON 100 ference between the FAA’s current proposal Southeast was founded with seventy-seven YEARS OF SERVICE and the NATCA’s last offer is less than a bil- charter members. At the time of Rev. Russell’s lion dollars. It is true that a future mediation arrival, the church had reached a membership HON. SUE W. KELLY panel may be populated by people appointed of 120. Within two years of his first sermon, by an administration more friendly to the air OF NEW YORK the church had more than doubled to nearly traffic controllers than the current administra- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 300 members. On Easter Sunday 1976, the tion, but it is also possible that a future Con- church hosted 1,000 worshippers for the first Thursday, June 8, 2006 gress would use its leverage in the current time. Fourteen years later in 1990, 10,000 Ms. KELLY. Mr. Speaker, volunteer service process to force the FAA to accept contracts people worshipped at Southeast on Easter is vital in the basic framework of our nation. tilted in favor of the NATCA. We should not Sunday. And the church set its current record Without those sacrificing their time, energy, judge procedural issues based on uncertain of 29,424 on Easter weekend 2004 over the and efforts for the benefit of others we could predictions about results. course of five services. not advance as a society. Some opponents of H.R. 5449 complain that Rev. Russell’s career is not, measured sole- It is in this notion of service that those in the air traffic controllers are overpaid. How- ly by explosive church growth, but by the need are given opportunity. It is because of ever, since the air traffic control system is gov- many ways the church under his leadership people who dedicate their life to helping others ernment controlled and government financed, has expanded to meet the needs of our com- that our communities flourish and lives are the wages of air traffic controllers are not set munity. The church reaches its community changed. by the market. Instead, these wages are set through ministries in counseling, disaster re- The spirit of volunteerism is alive and well in by political and bureaucratic fiat. Absent a lief, and prison support, among others. The thousands of communities with the dedicated market, it is imposable to say the air traffic Southeast Outlook newspaper began publica- service provided by volunteer firefighters. controllers’ wages are too high or too low. In tion in 1995. Rev. Russell can also be heard Their reward is not monetary, but is in the fact, given the importance of air traffic control, nationally on his syndicated radio program, lives they change, people they save and those it is possible that, in a free market, some air The Living Word. they protect day in and day out. traffic controllers may have higher incomes Throughout his career of four decades in On June 10, 2006, the Minisink Hook & than they do now. One thing I can say for sure ministry, Rev. Bob Russell has strived to fol- Ladder Company #1 will celebrate 100 years is that air traffic controllers would still have low his faith in God and live a life of service of courageous service to the people of Orange their jobs if the Federal government were lim- to the Louisville community. We as a city have County, New York. On behalf of the people of ited to its constitutional functions since air traf- been blessed to have Rev. Russell among us the 19th Congressional District, in recognition fic controllers perform a function that would be for so many years. His loyalty to God, his fam- of a century of service I proudly commemorate necessary in a free market. ily, his church, and our city has not gone un- this momentous achievement. I congratulate In conclusion, Mr. Speaker, H.R. 5449 rea- noticed. Mr. Speaker, I would like to express and wish the Minisink Hook & Ladder Com- sonably changes the process under which the my gratitude for Rev. Russell and congratulate pany continued success in serving the public FAA negotiates with Federal employees him on a lifetime in ministry and service that and keeping people safe. unions. H.R. 5449 does not favor one party

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08JN8.039 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1075 over another, and, contrary to the claims of its These men were all heroes! Whatever your I’ve seen enough bloodshed for twenty life- opponents, H.R. 5449 does not preordain the politics, whether you believe we should be in times! And I pray for peace just as every true conclusion of the negotiations between the this war or not, whether you are Republican warrior prays for peace! or Democrat, we are all Americans! And I For me, every day is Memorial Day, and it FAA and NATCA. want to make sure you all know this: every is because of men like these: f single soldier, sailor, airman, and marine Mark Adams, killed by a roadside bomb at over there is there for you! They all feel they MEMORIAL DAY SPEECH BY age 24, on October 15th 2005. are doing what they have to do to make life Joel Dameron, killed by a roadside bomb STAFF SERGEANT JOSEPH M. better for you, our kids and me. I’m not a at age 27 on 30 Oct 2005, his wife has since DIMOND politician, and this isn’t the time or place had their baby girl. for politics, but the #1 question I’ve been Michael Presley, killed by a suicide bomb- asked in the past 2 months since I’ve been er at age 21 on Dec 14th 2005. HON. CURT WELDON home is ‘‘Do I think we should be there?’’ OF PENNSYLVANIA Ryan McCurdey, killed at age 20 by a snip- Well, my answer to that is very simple, I er while dragging a wounded Marine to safe- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES don’t know if we should have gone over ty on 5 Jan 2006. Thursday, June 8, 2006 there, but I, like these men we honor today, Nick Wilson, killed at age 25 by a sec- was asked to go so I went. I’m an enlisted Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, ondary bomb while dismantling another man, and leave that to the people that sit be- bomb on 12 Feb 2006. He had 4 days left in the hind their desks and make the big decisions. I would like to enter the following Memorial country. What I do know as a grunt on the ground, Day speech into the RECORD. It was made by John Fry, killed at age 28 by a roadside looking these people in the eye, day after Staff Sergeant Joseph M. Dimond. I am sure bomb on 8 March 2006,8 days after I left the day, is that I’ve never seen or imagined the that you, and all who hear these words, will be country, and 6 before he was leaving. hate, evil or torture that man is capable of moved by this unforgettable tribute to those until now! I also have no doubt that these So, today, when you are barbequing or who have fallen in the service of their country: people that I was fighting hate you, they spending time relaxing with your family, MEMORIAL DAY hate all of us because we believe in a dif- please take a minute and remember these men who sacrificed so much, and remember Good morning and happy Memorial Day! ferent God, they hate us because we allow Memorial Day means many different our daughters and sisters to walk around their families who are living without hus- things to many different people. To some it malls in belly shirts, they hate us because bands, fathers, sons and brothers. And if you means BBQ’s and beer, to some its just an- we are different from them, they hate us be- see someone who doesn’t take that time, re- other long weekend to relax, to some it’s the cause we are free! mind them of all that is done for them! beginning of summer, but to people like me, In an America filled with violent movies, I’m not much of a speaker, and I’m not and I’m guessing people like you since you video games and violent everything else, sure if I did these men justice, but when I are here, it means a lot more! we’ve all become a little desensitized. I can’t was asked to speak I felt like it was the least Since I was a boy, Memorial Day has al- tell you how many times I’ve been asked by I could do to remind people that these men ways had a special meaning to me. I remem- naı¨ve people, ‘‘How many people have you aren’t just numbers to follow on the news, ber at 8 and 9 years old following my father, killed?’’ Like it is a cool thing or something. but men with families and lives that they a Korean War Vet, around East Lansdowne Only someone who hasn’t seen or done the gave up for you and me. I have no doubt that and Upper Darby while he and his fellow things I have would ask such a question with I will see these men’s faces in my sleep every American Legion brothers fired off 21 gun sa- a smile on their face. And I try to be under- night, and think of them at least once a day lutes at all the memorials. I would run standing of the fact that they haven’t seen for the rest of my life. I’m just asking you to around collecting all the shells from the ri- it, but at the same time I feel a responsi- take a moment out of one day a year to re- fles and save them as my own little memo- bility to let them know that there is nothing member them and the many other Ameri- rial. Afterwards, we would put flags on the cool about people losing their lives. Whether cans that died before them. graves of all the Veterans in Fernwood they are wrong or deserved it or not, there God Bless, and have a great Memorial Day! will be a family mourning, somewhere. Cemetary. I’m not even sure if I understood More importantly I feel the responsibility completely what we were honoring, I just f to explain to those people who may not know knew it was very important! I knew, that for better, that regardless of what Hollywood KIRSTEN SHORTRIDGE—GATORADE some reason, every time I heard TAPS or the may want you to believe, there is no glory in NATIONAL GIRLS SOFTBALL National Anthem played, I would get teary a twenty-something year old man dying vio- PLAYER OF THE YEAR eyed, but I don’t think I ever really grasped lently in the dirt thousands of miles away the importance of it all. from his home, away from family, and the Unfortunately, over the past year I had the people he loves. It is important to me that HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS chance to find out first hand what it all people recognize and understand how dev- OF TEXAS meant, why I would cry, why I felt the way astating it is when an American, a friend, I’ve been feeling for my entire life. I have ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dies in such a violent way. The hurt and grief perienced many difficult times in my life, one feels when witnessing a twenty-year-old Thursday, June 8, 2006 but nothing could prepare me for the last kid, who you personally trained, die in a year! You see, I was in charge of security for Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to hellhole thousands of miles away from his the bomb squad for the entire city of congratulate Ms. Kirsten Shortridge for being home is indescribable! Promising to tell a Fallujah. While over there, we dismantled man’s unborn child that her daddy loved her selected as the 2006 Gatorade National Girls 362 roadside bombs and, unfortunately, got while he bleeds to death because it is too Softball Player of the Year. hit by some too. dangerous for a helicopter to come into the Of the more than three-hundred and fifty- One of the many downfalls of being with city to medivac him is something no human thousand student girl athletes across the the bomb squad in the most violent city in being should have to ever experience. Listen- Iraq is that whenever an American or Iraqi country, only one person is chosen to receive ing to a friend ask as he is dying if you think soldier is killed by a roadside bomb or sui- this award. The honor, which also factors in God will forgive him for all the things he had cide bomber, we have to go and make sure all academic achievements and overall character, to do over here is not glamorous in any way, of the ordnance that is in the vehicles when has been awarded for 20 years to athletes in shape or form. they blow up are stabilized, and removed be- But most importantly, I feel a responsi- ten different sports. fore the mortuary affairs people can come in bility to explain that these men that we Kirsten is batting .554 with two home runs, and remove the bodies, so long story short, honor today were not looking for Glory or eight triples and twenty-five RBIs. In 181 in- we were forced to work around the bodies of medals or memorials! They were all just nings she has pitched 365 strikeouts, 21 shut- every ally killed by a bomb in Fallujah and doing what they felt was right, they were outs and eight no-hitters, including three per- the surrounding area. While doing this, my men doing the job that nobody wants! Living team had to remain calm, keep our heads fect games. in misery, so the people they love could live She maintains a 3.5 grade point average, is and not get tied up in what we were seeing, in happiness! Dying horrible deaths, so the because the bomb squad was a huge target, ones they love can live on in peace! That is a member of the Circle of Friends, and is a and I needed to do my best to keep them safe why they are heroes, and that is why they lunch buddy, library buddy, peer mentor, vol- while they focused on their jobs. We were deserve our thoughts, time and respect at unteers at Northwood Church with the Revive successful most of the time, but did have least for this one day of the year! program, and also volunteers for Special some bad luck too. Since October 15th, six of There is a saying in the war fighting com- Olympics. my very good friends were killed on the munity that says: I extend my sincere congratulations to Ms. streets of Fallujah, five of which happened ‘‘We are the unwanted, doing the impos- while I was there, all in separate incidents. sible, for the ungrateful.’’ Well, now that I’m Kirsten Shortridge for her efforts and for her One happened a week after I left Iraq, while moving on to the civilian sector again, I’m success in softball and her academics. Her my friend John was finishing his last week of here to say that not everyone is ungrateful dedication and commitment serve as an inspi- a 9 month tour. my brothers! ration to all.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08JN8.043 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS E1076 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 8, 2006 IN RECOGNITION OF THE LIFE The Capitol Visitor’s Center, which receives September 13th, Durmus Kumdereli is be- AND SERVICE OF MAYOR LORIN funding in this bill, is long past its deadline headed; September 14th, 47 Iraqis waiting in GRISET and has been grossly over budget. This is a lines for jobs are killed by a Zarqawi car bomb prime example of our inability to effectively attack; September 16th, Kenneth Bigley, Jack HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ control spending, even on projects in our own Hensley, and Eugene Armstrong are kid- OF CALIFORNIA backyard. It is projects such as this that have napped and beheaded; September 30th, 35 greatly contributed to our Nation’s lack of trust children and seven adults are murdered by IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in their government’s ability to manage spend- Zarqawi’s bombs as U.S. soldiers hand out Thursday, June 8, 2006 ing responsibly. candy at the opening of a new sewage treat- Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Mr. Fiscal responsibility should start in this ment plant in Baghdad; October 30th, Shosei Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of a chamber, and by voting for this amendment, Koda, 24 years old, is beheaded. great man. you are stating for the record your belief that In 2005: Mr. Lorin Griset was a much-beloved mayor the budget deficit is much too large and that February 28th, 125 Iraqi National Guard re- of Santa Ana, California. Elected in 1969, he the American taxpayers should not be bur- cruits are murdered by a Zarqawi follower in a presided over the city during a period of great dened in the future because we can not con- suicide attack; November 9th, Zarqawi coordi- transition and strove to promote tolerance and trol our spending today. nates three suicide bombings of hotels in understanding between racial groups, despite f Amman, Jordan, killing 60 people, including a the tensions of the time. wedding party. Lorin Griset’s commitment to his fellow man ZARQAWI IS DEAD Zarqawi received judgment for his actions was born out of his experiences as a young last night, and his reign of terror and violence soldier. He served valiantly during World War HON. CLIFF STEARNS is over. Yet, while we are pleased that this man’s murderous influence in Iraq is over, we II, and despite suffering great hardship as a OF FLORIDA POW in Poland, he returned home and dedi- must not view his death as a moment to rest IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cated his life to service. in our efforts, or as a sign that our job in Iraq Whether he was organizing an appearance Thursday, June 8, 2006 is finished. According to the article in Atlantic magazine this week, Mary Weaver’s contact, a by the Reverend Billy Graham at Anaheim Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, last night, at high level Jordanian intelligence official, ‘‘If Stadium or serving as a trustee of Biola Uni- 6:15 p.m local time, our special operation Zarqawi is captured or killed, the Iraq insur- versity, he always remained true to his faith forces, using Iraqi tips and intelligence, exe- gency will go on.’’ Mary Weaver also inter- and values that defined his character. cuted the most wanted terrorist in Iraq, Abu viewed a man who had witnessed the fervor of Even after leaving politics, Mr. Griset re- Musab al-Zarqawi. support among a radical fringe in Iraq. ‘‘He [a mained dedicated to faith and public service, Mary Anne Weaver, a reporter for Atlantic young boy] was from Saudi Arabia and had teaching Sunday school and serving as a dea- magazine, traveled to Zarqawi’s hometown just turned thirteen. I noticed him in the crowd con of Calvary Church. His lifelong dedication and spoke with the people who watched him at a recruiting center near the Syrian- Iraqi was recently been recognized by the Santa grow up. ‘‘Everyone that I spoke with readily frontier. People would come and register in Ana Unified School District, which has decided acknowledged that as a teenager al-Zarqawi the morning, then cross the border in the to name a local school after him. had been a bully and a thug, a bootlegger and afternoon by bus. I first saw him at the reg- Lorin Griset has been an inspiration to the a heavy drinker, and even, allegedly, a pimp istration desk. The recruiters refused to take people he loved and served so well. He will in Zarqa’s underworld. He was disruptive, con- him because he was so young, and he started truly be missed. stantly involved in brawls. When he was fif- to cry. I went back later in the day, and this f teen, . . . he participated in a robbery of a rel- same small guy had sneaked aboard the bus. ative’s home, during which the relative was LEGISLATIVE BRANCH When they discovered him, he started to shout killed.’’ APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2007 ‘Allahu Akhbar!’—‘God is most great!’ They Moving from street thug with an arrest carried, him off. He had $12,000 in his pock- SPEECH OF record for violence and imprisonment for sex- et—expense money his family had given him HON. JOEL HEFLEY ual assault into a profession, Zarqawi obtained before he set off. ‘Take it all,’ he pleaded. a job as a video-store clerk, from which he ‘Please, just let me do jihad.’’’ OF COLORADO was quickly fired. After losing this job, he un- In this war on terror, unlike a traditional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dertook his first of many trips into Afghanistan, state to state war, we must accept that the Wednesday, June 7, 2006 where he found justification and an outlet for death of a leader does not end the conflict. On his violent nature through Islamic jihad. In the contrary, the death of such a high profile The House in Committee of the Whole 1994, Zarqawi was imprisoned for possession House on the State of the Union had under figure could provoke isolated terror cells to in- consideration the bill (H.R. 5521) making ap- of grenades in the basement of his home. It crease violent attacks. We may well see a rise propriations for the Legislative Branch for was during his fifteen year imprisonment that in insurgent attacks in the coming weeks, and the fiscal year ending September 30, 2007, and he built his following, and after his release he we must continue our intelligence efforts in the for other purposes: commenced his litany of terror acts. area to locate and put pressure on these cells, Mr. HEFLEY. Mr. Chairman, I had intended To see the most compelling evidence of this and support our military as they pursue and to rise again today to offer an amendment to man’s evil, look at the record of his actions. eliminate them. Persistent hearts will achieve cut the level of funding in this appropriations Beginning in 2003: this victory, and I encourage the American bill by 1 percent but the committee rose before October 28th, Lawrence Foley, United people to steel themselves for this continued I could get here. This amount equals $30.3 States diplomat and administrator of aid pro- battle with evil, and to support our military as million. grams in Jordan, is gunned down outside his they bring about a free and stable Iraq. home; August 19th, top U.N. envoy Sergio I have offered many amendments like this f over the past several years. I understand the Vieira de Mello and 23 others are killed in a difficulty appropriators must have in narrowing truck bombing of the U.N. headquarters in RECOGNIZING WILLIAM A. EAGAN down the requests from members and the ad- Iraq; UPON BEING NAMED ministration for money, and I applaud them for And then in 2004: SOUTHTOWNS ‘‘DEMOCRAT OF bringing us a bill that reflects an amount that March 2nd, He orders coordinated explo- THE YEAR’’ is less than that which the administration has sions at Shiite mosques in Karbala and Bagh- requested for FY07. dad, killing 181 people; May 11th, Zarqawi be- HON. BRIAN HIGGINS However, this appropriations bill still reflects heads Nicholas Berg, a Pennsylvania engi- OF NEW YORK a budget increase of nearly $110 million over neer; June 22nd, South Korean hostage Kim IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES last year’s Legislative Branch budget. I strong- Sun-il is beheaded; June 29th, Georgi Lazov, ly believe that this appropriations bill, as well 30 years old, and Ivaylo Kepov, 32 years old, Thursday, June 8, 2006 as the projected deficit for next year, is still are kidnapped and beheaded; August 2nd, Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I stand here much too large. Murat Yuce of Turkey is executed on video; today to recognize William ‘‘Bill’’ Eagan, who

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08JN8.048 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1077 is recognized as Western New York’s Flint, Visitors and Convention Bureau, Eco- objects with their prosthesis. With this as their Southtowns ‘‘Democrat of the Year’’ for his nomic Growth Alliance, Inventor’s Council, focus, these students embarked on a year- selfless dedication to his community and com- Young Inventor’s Program, the SCORE pro- long research project that culminated with mitment to public service. gram, the Small Business Development Cen- them being recognized by the ExploraVision Bill was born and raised in the City of ter, Katherine Stevens Foundation, the first program as having the best project in a na- Lackawanna into a family that has deep roots business Trade Show, and the Business tionwide competition. in the Democratic Party. His father was the Awards Program including the C.S. Mott Cit- ExploraVision is a competition for students Democratic Chairman in Lackawanna for 16 izen of the Year Award and the Mass Mutual in grades K–12 from the United States and years. Following in the traditions that his father Blue Chip A ward. Canada. The purpose of the competition is to established, Bill became an active member of Interspersed with these activities, Larry encourage students to combine their imagina- the Democratic Party at a young age. Bill was guided the Chamber and business community tions with the tools of science to create and involved in many elections and proudly partici- to take action on significant events that oc- explore a vision of a future technology. Stu- pated in the Presidential Election of John F. curred in the community over the past 30 dents work in groups, along with a team Kennedy. years. Larry has been a true visionary for the coach, and select a technology or an aspect Bill and his wife Patty moved to the Town of mid-Michigan area. He has been at the fore- of a technology that is relevant to their lives. Boston in 1982. Just three years later, Bill front to develop partnerships between the They explore what the technology does, how Eagan became a leader in the Democratic business, government, education, labor, and it works, and how, when, and why it was in- Party when Former Erie County Democratic consumer sectors of Flint and illuminating our vented. The students must then project into Chairman Joseph Crangle recruited him to be- common stake in our community’s future de- the future what the technology could be like come Democratic Chairman in the Town of velopment. Through his hard work the Flint 20 years from now. Examples of projects from Boston. Bill proudly accepted this responsi- area has made an in depth examination of its this year’s winners include boots that convert bility and effectively served in this capacity potential and scrutinized ways to build on its electrical energy to heat to keep feet warm in from 1985 to 1990 and again from 1994 to existing strengths. Among the many suc- cold weather and an asthma sensor moni- present. Under Mr. Eagan’s leadership as cesses he has helped achieve over the years, toring system. Chairman, the Democratic enrollment in the the growth and modernization of Flint Bishop Earlier this week in the Science Committee, Town of Boston has increased by over fifty International Airport stand out. we wrestled with how to get more students in- percent since 1985. The article written by Larry titled ‘‘Don’t just terested in math, science, engineering, and In 2002, Mr. Eagan was elected Town of survive—thrive!’’ appearing in the Winter 2004 technology. These students and their fellow Boston Supervisor. During his first term he Execlink, outlines a program for success as award winners suggest to me that the cause earned the trust and respect of the town resi- the President/CEO of a Chamber of Com- is not lost, that it is possible to get today’s stu- dents and was re-elected to the position in merce. His advice includes learning from oth- dents to love math and science. Today’s stu- 2005. Mr. Eagan is the first Democratic Super- ers, never coasting, always look for a way to dents are tomorrow’s scientists, mathemati- visor to be elected in over 40 years and then accomplish the goal, do not believe your press cians, and engineers and with students like re-elected to another term. Mr. Eagan’s suc- clippings, and enjoy what you do. Larry Ford Stefanie, Amy, Tyler, and John, the United cess is a testament to his tireless efforts on lives his own philosophy. His wisdom can be States will continue to lead the world in tech- behalf of the community that he serves. applied to life in general and is essential for nology and innovation. As Town of Boston’s Supervisor, Demo- anyone seeking to succeed. f cratic Chairman, and member of the Erie Mr. Speaker, please join me in paying trib- County Democratic Executive Committee, Mr. ute to one of the giants of the Flint community. CONGRATULATING DR. ALLAN Eagan has set an example of leadership for His influence and impact on my hometown is ALSON FOR HIS DISTINGUISHED his fellow Democrats to emulate. For the first enormous. During the many years I have RECORD OF SERVICE AS SUPER- time in 12 years, the Democratic Party holds known Larry he is always civil, patient, analyt- INTENDENT OF SCHOOL DIS- the majority of the Boston Town Board. Addi- ical and incisive. I value his counsel, and his TRICT 202 IN EVANSTON, ILLI- tionally, Bill was instrumental in electing the commitment to the people of Flint. As a life- NOIS first Town of Boston Democratic Highway Su- long resident and business leader, his insight perintendent and two Councilmen. has helped me over the years. I hope that he HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY Thank you Mr. Speaker, for this opportunity has as much joy from his retirement as he has OF ILLINOIS to recognize Bill Eagan, a man I am proud to had from his work and I wish him the best for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have as a colleague in Western New York the future. Thursday, June 8, 2006 government, a friend and a public servant de- f serving of the title ‘‘Democrat of the Year.’’ Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, on behalf TRIBUTE TO WEST SALEM HIGH f of the people of the 9th Congressional District SCHOOL STUDENTS of Illinois, I am proud to pay tribute to Dr. TRIBUTE TO LAWRENCE P. FORD Allan Alson upon his retirement as Super- HON. DARLENE HOOLEY intendent of Evanston Township High School HON. DALE E. KILDEE OF OREGON (ETHS). Over the past 16 years at ETHS, two OF MICHIGAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Instruction and 14 as Superintendent, Dr. Thursday, June 8, 2006 Alson has served the Evanston community Thursday, June 8, 2006 Ms. HOOLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to with honor and distinction. Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, today I would like recognize four students from West Salem High Dr. Alson’s vision, courage, and commit- to pay tribute to a man of monumental signifi- School in Salem, Oregon. These four stu- ment to give each young person the gift of a cance in my hometown of Flint Michigan, Law- dents—Stefanie Gille, Amy Hafer, Tyler Klarr, quality education has helped make Evanston a rence P. Ford. Larry is retiring as the Presi- and John Mai—won the Toshiba/National more unified, respectful, and tolerant commu- dent of the Flint Area Chamber of Commerce Science Teachers Association ExploraVision nity. Under Dr. Alson’s leadership, Evanston after 30 years of service and will be feted at program, Grades 10–12 category. Their win- Township High School has advanced its rep- a dinner on June 16 in Grand Blan, Michigan. ning project, ‘‘The Human Touch,’’ is a pros- utation as one of the very best high schools in When Larry Ford became the Chief Execu- thetic limb that integrates e-skin, skin-grafting America. In addition to promoting academic tive Officer of the Flint Area Chamber of Com- techniques and nerve regeneration tubes to success, Dr. Alson’s long list of accomplish- merce the organization had 435 members. allow amputees to sense the world through ar- ments also includes improvements in the arts, During his tenure the membership has grown tificial skin. Microprocessors translate texture, athletics and extracurricular programs. to 1900. He was instrumental in starting sev- pressure, temperature, and vibration into sen- Dr. Alson has helped unite community re- eral organizations entrusted with the advance- sations detected by the patient. sources and build diverse partnerships to ment of business interests and economic The inspiration for these students was Jim solve community problems and enhance the growth in Genesee County. These organiza- Henry, a special education teacher at West educational experience of ETHS students. tions include the Women’s Business Council, Salem who is an amputee. He challenged During Dr. Alson’s service, Evanston Town- the Powerlink Program, the ATHENA Pro- them to develop a design that would allow him ship High School has forged partnerships with gram, Business Education Council, Leadership and other amputees to regain the ability to feel the city of Evanston, its business and health-

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Throughout his tenure as Superintendent of HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL f OF NEW YORK Evanston Township High School, Dr. Alson IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES has made the achievement of students of THE HOMESTATE HYDROELECTRIC Thursday, June 8, 2006 color an essential goal. In 1999, Dr. Alson PROJECT NUMBER 1 LEGISLATION founded the Minority Student Achievement Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Network, a national consortium of 25 urban- HON. STEPHANIE HERSETH enter into the RECORD, an op-ed piece, enti- suburban districts devoted to improving the OF SOUTH DAKOTA tled Consider the Living, published May 29, academic achievement of students of color. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2006 by Bob Herbert of the New York Times. Herbert eloquently points out the hypocrisy of Dr. Alson has helped foster a culture of excel- Thursday, June 8, 2006 lence and a climate of high expectations for all the Bush administration on the issue of the Ms. HERSETH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to students. While more work remains to be war in Iraq. Herbert declares that the fastest introduce legislation that will facilitate the time- done, Evanston Township High School has way to end this war is to ‘‘start sending the ly and seamless transfer of the Homestake seen the rate of college attendance for stu- children of the well-to-do to Baghdad, and Hydroelectric Project Number 1 from the dents of color rise from 65 percent to almost start raising taxes to pay of the many hun- Barrick Gold Corporation to the City of Spear- 80 percent. dreds of billions that the war is costing.’’ The Dr. Alson will long be remembered with fish, South Dakota. claim that chaos would ensue if we pull out of This hydroelectric facility, originally con- gratitude for his tireless efforts to promote Iraq is just an excuse to continue the reckless structed to provide electricity for a gold mine academic excellence and social justice. How- actions of the current administration. Recalling in the Black Hills of South Dakota, has oper- ever, most importantly, he can look about the President Bush’s challenge to the insurgents ated continuously since 1912. The mine re- community and see a legacy made of the to ‘‘bring ’em on,’’ Herbert counters that we cently closed and the city of Spearfish ac- thousands of young people, parents, teachers, have lost nearly 2,500 Americans in the war quired the project with plans to operate it to administrators and community members and tens of thousands of Iraqis, and they are both generate power and benefit downstream whose lives he has touched. It is a legacy for still ‘‘bringing ’em on.’’ The ones suffering the water users. which he can be immensely proud. most in the war are the non-combatants, Iraqi In honor of his legacy of service, I offer Dr. When the city acquired the project, the Fed- residents who are ‘‘like sheep in a slaughter Alson this United States flag as a symbol of eral Energy Regulatory Commission asserted farm.’’ Even after three years parts of Western appreciation, esteem and good wishes. This jurisdiction, based on a finding that a pre-1920 Iraq are not under U.S. control. Is this what flag was flown over the United States Capitol federal right-of-way grant which authorized the we are to looking forward to? Is the next three building in Washington, DC in honor of an out- occupancy of federal lands by the project, had years going to cost us 2,500 more American standing educator, advocate, true public serv- expired. This project has been operating for lives as well as billions more of taxpayers ant, and my valued personal friend. more than 90 years under a 1909 right-of-way money? Not to mention that casualties on the On behalf of the community to which he has allowing the project to occupy U.S. Forest Iraqi side and the atrocities that are byprod- given so much, I congratulate Dr. Alson and Service land in the Black Hills National Forest. ucts of war. offer him my best wishes for many years of The project had never previously been subject My colleagues, I join Mr. Herbert in urging health, happiness, and continued success. to FERC jurisdiction under the Federal Power you to take decisive measures to bring a swift end to this fiasco. Let us stop this needless f Act and the U.S. Forest Service maintains that the right-of-way continues to be valid. waste of lives. TRIBUTE TO KANSAS CITY, KAN- The legislation accomplishes three goals. [From the New York Times, May 29, 2006] SAS, POLICE CHIEF RON MILLER First, the legislation strikes a balance between CONSIDER THE LIVING the various and important water uses of (By Bob Herbert) HON. DENNIS MOORE Spearfish Creek—agricultural irrigation use, Pretty soon this war in Iraq will have lasted as long as our involvement in World OF KANSAS power generation, recreation, aesthetic and to War II, with absolutely no evidence of any IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES protect a unique and historic trout fishery. sort of conclusion in sight. Thursday, June 8, 2006 Second, it authorizes the United States Ge- The point of Memorial Day is to honor the ological Study to examine the hydrology of the service and the sacrifice of those who have Mr. MOORE of Kansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise watershed to ensure that future management given their lives in the nation’s wars. But I to pay tribute to Kansas City, Kansas, Police of the stream is based on sound science. suggest that we take a little time today to Chief Ron Miller, who recently announced his Third, it enables the City of Spearfish, South consider the living. Look around and ask yourself if you be- retirement after 34 years of service with the Dakota, to assume operation of the facility department, including the last six years as lieve that stability or democracy in Iraq—or without having to undertake the lengthy and whatever goal you choose to assert as the chief. complex federal hydroelectric licensing proc- Throughout his tenure, Chief Miller has fo- reason for this war—is worth the life of your ess operated by the Federal Energy Regu- son or your daughter, or your husband or cused the police department’s crime fighting latory Commission, your wife, or the co-worker who rides to the efforts on—in his words—‘‘guns, drugs and This legislation would enable the facility to office with you in the morning, or your violent crime.’’ Under his command, the de- continue operating as it has since its construc- friendly neighbor next door. partment maintained its national accreditation Before you gather up the hot dogs and head tion. It also recognizes that the City of Spear- out to the barbecue this afternoon, look in a with the Commission on Accreditation for Law fish and the State of South Dakota are well Enforcement Agencies, where it first achieved mirror and ask yourself honestly if Iraq is equipped—as they have been for the past something you would be willing to die for. that status in 1993 and was designated a flag- century—to appropriately manage the flows of There is no shortage of weaselly politicians ship agency by them in 2004. Spearfish Creek. and misguided commentators ready to tell us A Kansas City, Kansas, native who attended that we can’t leave Iraq—we just can’t. Central Missouri State University, Chief Miller f Chaos will ensue. Maybe even a civil war. focused his department’s efforts on community PERSONAL EXPLANATION But what they really mean is that we can’t policing and expanded community partner- leave as long as the war can continue to be fought by other people’s children, and as ships. As City Administrator, Dennis Hays said HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY long as we can continue to put this George upon announcing Chief Miller’s retirement, OF CALIFORNIA W. Bush-inspired madness on a credit card. ‘‘Ron has been a great leader for the Police IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Start sending the children of the well-to-do Department and the community has benefited to Baghdad, and start raising taxes to payoff from his knowledge and ability. Ron is a dedi- Thursday, June 8, 2006 the many hundreds of billions that the war is cated professional . . .’’ Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I was un- costing, and watch how quickly this tragic fiasco is brought to an end. As U.S. Representative for the Third Con- avoidably detained on June 6 and June 7 and At an embarrassing press conference last gressional District, I have had numerous op- as a result I missed rollcall votes Nos. 223, week, President Bush and Prime Minister portunities to work closely with Chief Miller 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229 and 230. Had I Tony Blair of Britain looked for all the during his tenure and I wholeheartedly en- been present, I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ on world like a couple of hapless schoolboys

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08JN8.055 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1079 who, while playing with fire, had set off a raise awareness for and development of con- retired from the California State Legislature. conflagration that is still raging out of con- fidence in the personal and professional lives Having acquired the taste for political cam- trol. Their recklessness has so far cost the of women everywhere. Supporting the devel- paigns, Tim became a valued asset in Con- lives of nearly 2,500 Americans and tens of thousands of innocent Iraqis, many of them opment and improvement of women not only gressman Rick Lehman’s first California State children. in this country but around the world is of crit- Assembly campaign and my own first cam- Among the regrets voiced by the president ical importance. Establishing and celebrating paign for the California State Assembly. at the press conference was his absurd chal- the 1st Annual National Women’s Confidence The community has truly benefited from Dr. lenge to the insurgents in 2003 to ‘‘bring ’em Day has gone far to achieve this objective. Baker’s hard work and distinctive character. on.’’ But Mr. Bush gave no hint as to when The impacts that women make in our work- He eventually earned his Doctorates of Dental the madness might end. places, in our communities, and in our homes Surgery from the University of Pacific in 1982 How many more healthy young people will are many and commendable. The influence of and went on to serve as a resident in general we shovel into the fires of Iraq before finally deciding it’s time to stop? women today is at a highpoint in history. practice dentistry at Valley Medical Center. Dr. How many dead are enough? Women serve in leadership roles in private Baker continues to practice dentistry in Fresno There is no good news coming out of Iraq. sector businesses, in government, in the field and also serves as the 6 County Dental Edu- Sabrina Tavernise of The Times recently of education, in the arts and sciences, and in cation Director for the University of California wrote: ‘‘In the latest indication of the crush- virtually every sector of our society. in San Francisco, headquartered in Fresno. In ing hardships weighing on the lives of Iraqis, Eighty-two females proudly and ably serve honor of his hard work and commitment to the increasing portions of the middle class seem as Member of Congress in the 109th Con- community, Dr. Baker was awarded the Uni- to be doing everything they can to leave the gress. I, and my female colleagues, know first- versity of California, San Francisco Out- country.’’ The middle class is all but panicked at the hand not only the barriers to overcome and standing Achievement Award. inability of the Iraqi government or Amer- the rigors to endure, but also the satisfaction Dr. Baker is a shining example of what it ican forces to quell the relentless violence. of achieving the personal and professional means to constantly strive for perfection. He is Ms. Tavernise quoted a businessman who is goals that we have set for ourselves. Having a political consultant, a practicing dentist and planning to move to Jordan: ‘‘We’re like the confidence to meet these challenges and a valued member of our community. On behalf sheep at a slaughter farm.’’ best them makes the rewards of doing so that of all who know him, I would like to thank Dr. Iraqis continue to be terrorized by kidnap- much more enjoyable. Having the confidence Tim Baker for his many contributions to our pers, roving death squads and, in a term per- in yourself to set ambitious goals, to work to- community and wish him continued success. haps coined by Mr. Bush, ‘‘suiciders.’’ The American ambassador, Zalmay wards them, and to attain them is crucial to f success in both personal and professional as- Khalilzad, acknowledged last week that even HONORING CHARLOTTE MARIE at this late date, there are parts of western pects of one’s life. Iraq that are not controlled by American The 1st Annual National Women’s Con- PETERSON QUANN forces, but rather ‘‘are under the control of fidence Day will carry the message that self- terrorists and insurgents.’’ confidence and self-esteem in women—old HON. NANCY PELOSI Now we get word that U.S. marines may and young—are important tools not only for OF CALIFORNIA have murdered two dozen Iraqis in cold blood last November. success in the workplace but also for living IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES No one should be surprised that such an healthy, happy, and meaningful lives. Thursday, June 8, 2006 atrocity could occur. That’s what happens in It is my pleasure to support the YWCA in war. The killing gets out of control, which is promoting the far-reaching objectives of this Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to yet another reason why it’s important to program. Their work will improve the lives of pay tribute to a great civic and community ad- have mature leaders who will do everything women and girls in the United States. I com- vocate, Charlotte Marie Peterson Quann, who possible to avoid war, rather than cavalierly mend them for their leadership on this issue. died on May 17, 2006. I join my constituents sending the young and the healthy off to in honoring her lifetime of service to San Fran- f combat as if it were no more serious an en- cisco’s most vulnerable and in recognizing her terprise than a big-time sporting event. CELEBRATING THE 50TH BIRTH- leadership as one of the earliest African Amer- Nothing new came out of the Bush-Blair DAY OF DR. TIMOTHY G. BAKER ican professional women. press conference. After more than three years these two men are as clueless as ever Charlotte called many places her home, but about what to do in Iraq. Are we doomed to HON. JIM COSTA she devoted more than three decades of her follow the same pointless script for the next OF CALIFORNIA life to improving the lives of those less fortu- three years? And for three years after that? IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nate in the San Francisco Bay Area. She Leadership does not get more pathetic served as the Chair of the Board for La Casa than this. Once there was F.D.R. and Church- Thursday, June 8, 2006 de Las Madres, an emergency shelter for bat- ill. Now there’s Bush and Blair. Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tered women and their children, and as Chair Reacting to the allegations about the mur- of the Glide Church Board of Trustees in the der of civilians, the commandant of the Ma- celebrate Dr. Timothy G. Baker of Fresno, rine Corps, Gen. Michael Hagee, went to Iraq California on the occasion of his 50th birthday. Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco. At last week to warn his troops about the dan- Dr. Baker has been a committed political Glide she ministered to the poor and infirm ger of becoming ‘‘indifferent to the loss of a advocate and a valued member of our com- and took special delight in the children’s pro- human life.’’ munity for as long as many of us can remem- grams. Charlotte was an active participant in Somehow that message needs to be con- ber; it is for these reasons we honor him for the Cal-Nevada United Methodist conference veyed to the top leaders of this country, and his accomplishment and his character. Board of Higher Education and Campus Min- to the public at large. There is no better day An advocate even in grade-school, Dr. istry. When she died at age 72, she was the than Memorial Day to reflect on it. As we re- Baker’s interest in politics began long ago member the dead, we should consider the liv- Chair of the Board of Center Point drug treat- ing, and stop sending people by the thou- when he ran for President and Vice President ment programs and of the Mary Elizabeth Inn, sands to pointless, unnecessary deaths. of his class while attending Tenaya Junior a shelter for women in transition. f High School and Bullard High School in Fres- Charlotte began her leadership activities no. While his legislative agenda has pro- early in life. In high school she joined numer- SUPPORT FOR THE 1ST ANNUAL gressed from leading student council meetings ous clubs where she ran for office. She grad- NATIONAL WOMEN’S CON- in grade school to managing key components uated from the Detroit Public School System FIDENCE DAY of state political campaigns in his professional and graduated from Northwestern High School life, Tim Baker’s energy never waned in com- at age 16. She was active in the Urban HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO munity fundraising efforts to improve the qual- League, YMCA speech and debate, and her OF GUAM ity of life for citizens in our Valley. photo is in Northwestern’s Hall of fame. At age IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES After graduation from high school in 1973, 16 she went to the U.S. Capitol and served as he continued his education at California State one of the first and youngest female Congres- Thursday, June 8, 2006 University, Fresno where he pursued a Bach- sional pages. Her father, at whose side she Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today elor’s of Arts in Zoology. It was during this learned, organizing Detroit’s factory workers, in support of the 1st Annual National Women’s time that Dr. Baker became drawn to Cali- inspired her political activism. Confidence Day. I join the Young Women’s fornia State politics. He was involved in the In 1959, Charlotte became the first African Christian Association (YWCA) in their effort to campaign for Senator George Zenovich, now American to work for Capital Airlines (the

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ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON ished her warm smile and infectious humor emy Siegel, a professor at the prestigious OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA and who were touched by her selfless leader- Wharton School of Business in the U.S. He IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES believes that with many baby boomers in ship and advocacy. I extend my deepest sym- Thursday, June 8, 2006 pathy to her sons, Steven and Warren, her North America and Europe, persons born be- tween 1946–64, getting ready or planning daughter Carla, her grandson, Carl, her grand- Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, today I intro- their retirement, they may sell off their duce the District of Columbia National Guard daughters Catherine, Sade, and Iman, her sis- stocks and bonds in large quantities to fi- ters Gloria Patton, Scheryl Peterson, and Gail Retention and College Access Act, a bill to au- nance their retirement and that in turn can thorize funding for the College Access pro- Peterson, her brothers Willie Jr. and George create a huge gap in the assets of rich na- Peterson, sisters-in-law and many nieces and tions. gram, which provides grants for secondary nephews. Thank you for sharing Charlotte with ‘‘The sale of these assets will lead to a education tuition to the members of the D.C. National Guard. This bill is the eighth in the us; her life was a gift to us all. sharp fall in prices, because there are too few people in the smaller generations that fol- ‘‘Free and Equal D.C.’’ series of bills to rem- f lowed the boomers to buy all of those assets edy obsolete or inappropriate intervention into at today’s prices,’’ stated The Economist as ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND the local affairs of the District of Columbia or it explained Siegel’s theory. denials of federal benefits or recognition rou- GLOBALIZATION The upshot: unless the baby-boomers delay their retirement, they could ‘‘see their tinely granted to other jurisdictions. I decided HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL standard of living in retirement halved, rel- on this bill to authorize an education incentive ative to their final year of work,’’ the Econo- program after meeting with Major General OF NEW YORK mist added. Siegel warns a huge sell-off of David Wherley, the Commanding General of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stocks and bonds by the baby-boomers can the D.C. National Guard (DCNG), who sug- Thursday, June 8, 2006 trigger a 40–50 percent fall in stock prices gested that education grants would be useful with a smaller pool of investors coming in stemming the troublesome loss of members Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to along in the rich countries to take up the fi- of the DCNG to Guard units in surrounding address the issue of third world debt relief for nancial slack. That’s where the developing states that offer such benefits. I am grateful the RECORD. In the article, Can Developing countries may come in, goes the argument. Some figures tell an interesting story. that last Congress, Representative David Hob- Countries Be Financial Saviors of Rich Na- son understood the importance of educational tions?, published in Volume XXIV No. 1230 Although the top 10 stock markets in terms of capitalization are in the U.S., benefits in retaining appropriate D.C. National (May 24–30, 2006) issue of The New York Japan, U.K., France, Germany, Canada, Guard levels in our nation’s capital and was CaribNews, Mr. Tony Best cites Dr. Jeremy Spain, Switzerland, Hong Kong and China in instrumental in getting a D.C. National Guard Siegel, a professor of the Wharton School of that order, some of the highest growth rates educational grant program included in the Business. Addressing the possibility that the in market capitalization in dollar terms be- House version of the Defense Authorization baby boomers’ selling their savings stocks and tween 1983–2003 were in emerging markets. bill. Unfortunately, the program was dropped bonds would lead to a weakening of the as- Macedonia, West Bank and Gaza, Fiji, Nige- ria, Jamaica, Botswana, Trinidad and To- in conference. sets of the rich nations, Dr. Siegel claims that However, this bill is necessary now more the best solution is to allow investors from de- bago, India, Kenya, Bermuda and Tanzania are on that list. For instance, Fiji’s growth than before because the D.C. National Guard veloping countries to buy up these excess was put at 760 percent; Jamaica’s 297 per- has been experiencing a disproportionate de- stocks to maintain the market prices. Mr. Best cent; Trinidad and Tobago’s 170 percent and cline in force as compared to the Guards of asserts that some of ‘‘the highest growth rates Bermuda 92 percent. neighboring jurisdictions, particularly Maryland in dollar terms in market capitalization was in When it came to the highest growth in and Virginia. For example, although National the emerging markets’’ of Macedonia, West value traded between 1998–2003, Zimbabwe, Guards throughout the United States have had Bank and Gaza, Fiji, Nigeria, Jamaica, Bot- Jordan, Jamaica, Israel, Trinidad and To- difficulty maintaining and increasing their num- swana, Trinidad and Tobago, India, Kenya, bago, United Arab Emirates, Barbados, Ma- laysia, South Africa, and Sri Lanka were bers, the decline of the D.C. National Guard Bermuda and Tanzania. As Mr. Best claims, if listed among the 44 nations with the best has been precipitous. Since 1994, even before the global market is integrated so that ‘‘the performance. For instance while Zimbabwe the war on terror, statistics show that the D.C. selling of assets from the old in the rich world had growth of 623 percent; Jamaica 507 per- Army Guard has declined 34 percent, as com- to the young in the developing world is no cent, Trinidad and Tobago 128 percent; Bar- pared to a 26 percent decline for Maryland more difficult than today’s sales of assets by bados, 121 percent; and South Africa 76 per- and Virginia’s 16 percent decline. Between elderly folks’’ America’s trade deficits in the cent, Germany’s pace of expansion was 51 2002 and 2005, the D.C. Air Guard experi- developing world would not be a cause for percent and Canada’s 42 percent. enced a 6 percent decline, as compared to Of course, it would take decades before concern. The increasing investments in Amer- those countries have the financial power to Maryland’s 5 percent decline and Virginia’s 2 ica from the growing markets would be bal- fill the financial gap but then who would percent increase. anced by the existing trade deficits and debts have predicted in 1980 that China, India and The declining D.C. National Guard enroll- owed by the developing countries to the U.S. Dubai would have become such economic gi- ment is especially serious given the unique [From the New York CaribNews, ants as to drive fear in the hearts of protec- mission of the D.C. National Guard to protect May 24, 2006] tionist lawmakers on Capitol Hill in Wash- the federal presence. This responsibility distin- ington who worry about their ability to buy CAN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES BE FINANCIAL guishes the D.C. National Guard from any U.S. companies. Dr. Siegel is writing a new SAVIORS OF RICH NATIONS? other National Guard. The D.C. National book called, ‘‘The Global Solution,’’ and in it Guard is specially and specifically trained to (By Tony Best) he is insisting that by the middle of the 21st It may not be a case of reverse Robin Hood, century most multinational companies must meet its unique mission. meaning stealing from the poor and giving it find new investors outside of North America, The D.C. National Guard, a federal instru- to the rich. But investors and stock markets Europe and Japan. ment, is losing personnel to other guards be- in relatively poor nations of the Caribbean ‘‘The challenge is to integrate global mar- cause it is not able to offer the same level of and Africa may in the long run be the next kets so that selling assets from the old in benefits that adjacent National Guards pro- financial saviors of future prosperity in the the rich world to the young in developing vide. The DCNG is severely under-competing world’s wealthiest nations. Add Asia, Latin countries is no harder, no more unusual, for members from the pool of regional resi- America and the Middle East to that list and than today’s sales of assets by elderly folks,’’ dents, who find membership in the MD and the prospects would become clear, very stated The Economist. ‘‘From this perspec- VA Guards much more attractive. A competi- clear. tive, America’s external deficits, particu- So, while people in G–8 nations and their larly with some developing countries may be tive tuition assistance program for the D.C. affluent neighbors may not steal from such both long-lasting and nothing to worry National Guard will provide significant incen- developing and relatively poor nations as Ja- about.’’ It goes without saying that investors tive and leverage to help counteract declining maica, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Bar- in developing countries shouldn’t forget that enrollment and level the field of competition. bados, Uzbekistan, Nigeria, Botswana, Paki- protectionist tendencies in the rich nations The small education incentives in my bill stan, Swaziland, Bermuda, Jordan and at are alive and well and can retard growth. would not only encourage high quality recruits;

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I am pleased to introduce OF NEW YORK This extreme legislation reveal the high this bill on advice of Guard personnel who state of polarization in the country regard- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES know best what is necessary. ing what is to be done with 11.5 million ille- I urge my colleagues to support this bill. Thursday, June 8, 2006 gal immigrants who take part in the day to Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to day life of American society. The immigra- tion debate like the civil rights debate f enter into the RECORD, an editorial, entitled evokes deep emotions among white Ameri- From Civil Rights to Immigrant Rights, pub- HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF cans who view the Latinization of America lished in the May 16, 2006 edition of the New as constituting a threat to Protestant he- SUPERINTENDENT SUSAN York Carib News, by Basil Wilson on the gemony. BACKMAN CaribOpinion page. Mr. Wilson raises some Republican conservatives have somewhat pertinent issues and questions about the high- sanitized their position since immigrants have taken to the streets. Representatives in HON. JOHN D. DINGELL ly polarized immigration debate. The Repub- the House like Tancredo and Sensenbrenner OF MICHIGAN lican immigration bill wants to criminalize ille- insist that they are for legal immigration IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gal immigrants and individuals and organiza- but vehemently oppose amnesty as that tions that support them. Claiming that illegal would undermine the rule of law in the coun- Thursday, June 8, 2006 immigrants are a costly burden on legitimate try. The salient issue for the conservative Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to taxpayers, legislation is being discussed to wing of the Republican Party is the sealing deny medical services to undocumented work- of the borders. Since the 1996 immigration pay tribute to Mrs. Susan Backman on the oc- legislation, the United States Congress has casion of her retirement as Superintendent of ers. Fearing that ‘‘Latinization of America’’ is a allocated billions of dollars to protect the Schools for Dearborn Heights District #7. She threat to American values, the conservatives 1,900 mile border between Mexico and Amer- has served the community and its students plan to militarize the southwestern border but ica. The Immigration and Custom Enforce- with distinction for more than 30 years. policing 1,900 miles border is very difficult, not ment division under the rubric of Homeland Mrs. Backman graduated from Western to mention costly. Security has been using state of the art tech- Michigan University in 1971 with a degree in The shocking revelation is that this anti-im- nology, helicopters, and increased patrols to stem the tidal wave of immigrants streaming home economics and distributive education. In migrant sentiment is not only backed by eco- nomic concerns but also by academic ide- across the unsealed border. There is strong 1979, she earned her Master of Education de- sentiment among conservatives to build a gree from Wayne State University. She then ology. Samuel P. Huntington and the like are wall and to militarize the border to thwart earned advanced certification as an education ‘‘for immigration provided the dominant culture illegal aliens from crossing the southwest specialist and completed post-graduate credits of white Protestantism is preserved.’’ Recalling border. The truth of the matter is that the at Wayne State University in 1988 and 1992 the Know Nothing Party of the 1840’s whose policing of 1,900 mile border is a trying task. respectively. goal was to expunge the ‘‘foreign and That situation becomes even more chal- unassimilatable Irish Catholics,’’ Mr. Wilson lenging when so many Mexican and Central In 1971, Mrs. Backman began her career as American workers find themselves suc- a teacher in District #7, a job she would keep deplores the generalization of the suprema- cists that Mexican immigrants are unwilling to cumbing to an increasingly immiserated for the next 13 years. In 1986, she became state. the Special Education Supervisor, and she be integrated into American society. Even if Republican conservatives make the case earned the position of Director of Student that were the case, the history of Black Amer- that illegal immigrants are a costly burden Services in 1994. She then served as Interim ica proves that assimilation alone is not the on the backs of legitimate taxpayers. The ac- Superintendent from 1996 until 1997, when answer. The civil rights movement abolished cusation is that illegal aliens are over- the institutionalized segregation but racism crowding the public school system and clog- she was hired as Superintendent of Schools. ging the emergency wards of hospitals. There Since that time, Mrs. Backman has worked has not disappeared from America. More im- portantly the power relation with white America is even legislation underway in the House of tirelessly to provide all that she can for the Representatives to prevent hospitals from students and staff of District #7. has not changed. ‘‘The black commitment to providing emerging service to undocumented There is no question that Mrs. Backman’s integration did not ease the white backlash workers. nine years as Superintendent greatly benefited and the immigrant assimilation will not mitigate The level of polarization is not driven just the students of Dearborn Heights. She spent the resistance to the browning of America.’’ by economics. Economics provide a respect- able cover for the debate. The recent study countless hours fostering better relationships The struggle of today’s immigrants is about first class citizenship. The 11.5 million immi- authored by the Harvard scholar, Samuel with the staff, the community and the Board of Huntington, Who Are We? The Challenge to Education. Mrs. Backman led a dedicated grant workers who are an integral part of the American society deserve their rightful place. America’s National Identity unmasks the team of administrators and facilitated the pas- true roots of the national hysteria. Hun- sage of many ballot initiatives to secure addi- I join Mr. Wilson in urging that the move- tington in 1996 wrote. For the Harvard schol- tional resources. Furthermore, she oversaw ments for civil rights, immigrant rights and so- ar, the new danger was the clash of civiliza- the dramatic reversal of the District’s finances cial justice should join forces to free America tion between Islam and the West. Those fault from budget deficits and mismanagement to from the grip of its historical racism. lines were particularly volcanic and the war in the Middle East is manifestation of that one of growth and responsibility. Throughout [From the New York CaribNews, May 16, 2006] collision between Islamic civilization and her career, Mrs. Backman has been an inno- the encroaching military arm of western civ- FROM CIVIL RIGHTS TO IMMIGRANT RIGHTS vator and a pioneer in researching and imple- ilization. The Huntingtons of the world are menting the new policies, procedures and pro- (By Basil Wilson) preoccupied with the preserving of American grams that have helped District #7 succeed The mass demonstrations on May 1, 2006, military hegemony and the only way that and excel. Mrs. Backman’s 2005 nomination dramatized the rights of immigrants and the hegemony can be sustained is for Amer- for National Superintendent of the Year re- their capacity to mobilize on the part of His- ica to pursue policies aimed at the subjuga- panic Americans. Mass numbers took to the flects her undying efforts as an advocate for tion of peoples committed to the post-colo- streets in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, nial principle of self-determination. public education. Phoenix, etc. The mass mobilization has Huntington’s point of departure vis-a` -vis Susan Backman’s retirement is a bittersweet unsurprisingly triggered a white backlash migration is identical to his position on moment for District #7, and I would ask that from segments of white civil society who world civilization. He is for immigration pro- my colleagues rise and join me in wishing her were opposed to any form of legalization of vided the dominant culture of white prot- the very best of luck, health and happiness in undocumented workers. Like the civil rights estantism is preserved. Huntington’s posi- the future. I join the community in thanking her movement of the 1960s, the immigrant rights tion is that the volume and cultural distinc- tiveness of the new immigration poses a for her dedicated service to the students of movement that has been launched in 2006, seeks legislation in Congress to redress their threat to American civilization. His wrath is Dearborn Heights over the last 35 years. grievances. aimed not just at immigrants but Mexican While her leadership and guidance will be Paradoxically, it was the proposed bill immigrants in particular. In his view, the missed, her work and achievements will not passed in the House of Representatives on former epochs of mass migration were be forgotten. December 17, 2005 which precipitated the im- unthreatening because the Irish wave of the

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08JN8.067 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS E1082 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 8, 2006 1840s and the Southern Europe phase of 1890– as in construction that black workers could dustry in the U.S. is a conglomeration of many 1920s were assimilatable unlike the present fill that void. There are black spokespersons different industries, the leadership of many in- wave of Mexicans. who see illegal immigrants as the reason dividuals at the national, State and local lev- The previous immigrant waves generated why black men are being left behind. els, and the myriad dreams and interests of all the same histrionics. In the 1840s, the Know The immigrant struggle is synonymous Nothing Party was created to purge the with the black struggle. The struggle of the those who come to enjoy America’s vacation country of the foreign ad unassimilatable immigrants is about first class citizenship. spots, its natural wonders, and its historical Irish Catholics. White Anglo-Saxon Protes- In American society, like so many other so- areas of interest. The strength of the U.S. tants argued that Italians and Jews were not cieties, there is a need to have someone be- tourism industry is in its diversity and the di- assimilatable. Italians and Jews were not neath to stomp on perennially. That is what versity of the visitors it hosts. seen as white and were not given that status whites sought to do with blacks from the Tourism is vitally important to Guam. The until after Hitler’s genocide in World War II. genesis of the society until now. That is Guam Visitors Bureau, led by Chairman David Huntington sees the Mexicans as consti- what poor whites relished in the Jim Crow tuting a threat to values that made America B. Tydingco, Vice Chairman Bruce years and continue to sustain that asymmet- Kloppenburg, General Manager Gerald S.A. great—the values of hard work, love of fam- rical relationship. If black labor is degraded, ily, and a unitary cultural system. Accord- then all labor is degraded. The immigrant Perez, Deputy General Manager Mary C. ing to Huntington’s weltanschauung, the movement is about worker’s rights and the Torres, and its board members and other offi- concentration of Mexicans in the southwest recognition that illegal workers who have cers, continues its excellent work toward in- constitutes a threat to American loyalty. He been for decades are entitled to emanci- creasing the numbers of visitors to Guam. The perceives that the loyalty to Mexico, the dif- pation from deportation, to live in human Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association, led ference in culture, the language clash will dignity. That is a condition that black peo- by President David B. Tydingco, Chairman of invariably lead to two Americas. He throws ple and all people of color in American soci- the Board of Directors Bartly Jackson, and data into the mix and argues that Mexicans ety can identify. The caricaturizing of Mexi- have not shown a propensity to learn the members of the board of directors, continue to cans is no different from age-old dehuman- ensure that the visitors to Guam receive a language or a willingness to show loyalty to ization of black people. Huntington and oth- America. In the 2004 Presidential election, a ers of his ilk are oblivious to their suprema- world-class level of hospitality, service, and majority of the Hispanic community sup- cist worldview which is so entangled with entertainment during their stay on-island. The ported the war in Iraq. In contrast blacks America’s view of military hegemony. Guam Chamber of Commerce, under the able overwhelmingly opposed the war. This other worldview is possible but the leadership of Chairman Michael T. Benito and The response to the mass mobilization on possibility for this other world is enhanced if President Eloise Baza, remains as the lead or- the part of the Hispanic community on May white supremacy on the national stage and ganization promoting the economic benefits of 1, 2006 and previous demonstrations reflects on the world stage is obliterated. It will only the deep asundering in the American society. tourism to Guam and the general economic come about when America recognizes the development of the island through the growth The detractors have been critical of Mexican pluralistic state of the world and that Amer- or other foreign flags. The singing of the na- and diversification of Guam’s private sector. ica’s role is not about the building of walls The vibrant, capable, and professional tour- tional anthem in Spanish sparked vehement or engaging in inhumane forms of mass de- emotions and brought to the fore issues of portation. America has had to adapt to the ism industry in the United States provides indi- patriotism and dual loyalties. millions of Africans who came ashore begin- viduals, families, and groups the ability to see, White America likes to be flattered. Mar- ning in 1619 and now constitute an integral to experience, and to become a part of the tin Luther King and the civil rights leader- part of America’s multi-racial society. many wonderful tourist attractions located ship understood the importance of flattery The 12 million immigrants must become an to persuade a majority of Americans to the across the United States. In doing so, the U.S. integral part of America. The change in sta- correctness of toppling Jim Crow. Black peo- tourism industry facilitates greater under- tus from their undocumented precarious po- ple sought to be assimilated into America. standing of, respect for, and identification with sition will enable them to have access to The civil rights movement was about build- American history, culture and society by both higher education and social programs to im- ing an integrated society consolidating the prove the conditions of their existence. Americans and guests from foreign countries. cultural system. The immigrant movement America is split down the middle on the National Tourism Week is the celebration of is about Mexicans and others taking their rights of immigrants. This is a difficult time the effort to foster better relations between rightful position in American society. Immi- for America. It is confused about its role in communities within the U.S. and around the grants have taken great risk to enter Amer- the world. Frederick Douglass, the great ab- ica’s borders to become American. One sees world while growing, diversifying, and strength- olitionist recognized that no entity gives up the magnetic force of American culture and ening the U.S. economy by promoting travel power willingly. The significance of the by the second generation of immigrants, and tourism to the United States. black and brown movement is the capacity they become indistinguishable from indige- to forge links with the other America to f nous Americans. force America from the trappings of white The black commitment to integration did DESIGNATING JULY AS SMART supremacy. The test of the immigrant move- not ease the white backlash and the immi- IRRIGATION MONTH ment will be its staying power. The battle grants to assimilation will not mitigate the for immigrant rights has only just begun. resistance to the browning of America. There HON. JIM COSTA is a convergence of the civil rights move- f OF CALIFORNIA ment, the immigrant rights movement and the movement for social justice. Although SUPPORTING NATIONAL TOURISM IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the civil rights movement accomplished the WEEK Thursday, June 8, 2006 abolition of de jure segregation with the pas- Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to join sage of the Civil Rights Bill in 1964, the Vot- SPEECH OF ing Rights Act in 1965, the Housing Rights with the Irrigation Association in designating Act of 1968 and the Immigration Legislation HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO July as Smart Irrigation Month. of 1965, institutionalized racism has not dis- OF GUAM Since 1949, the Irrigation Association has appeared. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES been charged with and has been successful in Racism persists but in a less truculent leading the advancement of water-use effi- Tuesday, June 6, 2006 form. In the post civil rights era, the black ciencies to create smarter solutions for agricul- community finds itself in a far more varie- Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today tural, residential and commercial landscape ir- gated state. There has been some expansion in strong support of H. Res. 729, Supporting rigation. The Irrigation Association is dedicated in the ranks of the black middle class. The National Tourism Week. National Tourism working class has become more precarious to developing the irrigation industry and effec- and even though there is a reduction in pov- Week, established by Congress in 1983, cele- tively utilizing our most vital resource. erty, there has been a sharp rise in the ranks brates tourism to our country, the hospitality of With such charge in mind, the Irrigation As- of the incarcerated. Nonetheless, there has the American people, and the hard work done sociation has named July Smart Irrigation been no change in the power relationships by the many Americans who are involved di- Month to raise awareness about the impor- with white America. Power is far from being rectly and indirectly in the tourism and hospi- tance of using efficient watering practices, variegated. tality industry. This resolution highlights some technologically advanced irrigation products There is increased black representation in of the major economic contributions that tour- and water conservation. In addition, Smart Irri- politics but the black community finds itself still in a state of powerlessness. Black people ism from domestic and international visitors gation Month is a great opportunity to educate are not catching hell in America because of has upon the U.S. economy, at the Federal, constituents and consumers, including home- the massive influx of legal and illegal immi- State and local levels. owners, garden clubs, growers and farm irriga- grants. There are sectors of the economy To quantify the U.S. tourism industry as one tion managers, with valuable watersaving irri- where illegal immigrants occupy niches such industry is challenging. In fact, the tourism in- gation information, products and services.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08JN8.071 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS June 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1083 Additionally, Smart Irrigation Month serves to the most disadvantaged in our nation. Re- late Sam Walton’s kids, whose company al- to recognize advances in irrigation technology pealing the estate tax is misguided public pol- ready makes taxpayers foot the bill for the and practices that produce not only more but icy. Democrats and Republicans should focus medical expenses of thousands of its employ- ees, the cost to the government for not tax- also higher quality plants with less water. on strengthening education, Social Security, ing their estates would run into the multiple Given that July is a peak month for the use of Medicare and restoring discipline to budget billions. water irrigation; this designation also stands to spending. The Baucus split-the-difference measure encourage the adoption of smart irrigation for Mr. Speaker, I would like to introduce an op- wouldn’t repeal the estate tax, but it would substantial water savings. Consequently ap- ed article written by Harold Meyerson, titled still cut the tax rates on the estates of the propriate irrigation technology combined with ‘‘Estate Tax Lunacy’’ in the Washington Post super-rich by 15 percent. The Montana sen- efficient practices can significantly reduce on May 31, 2006. ator spent much of last week trying to line up a handful of his Senate Democratic col- water usage and runoff while creating healthy [From the Washington Post, May 31, 2006] leagues to support his proposal, in the hope lawns, landscaping, sports turf and increasing ESTATE TAX LUNACY of being able to announce an unshakable 60 agricultural production. (By Harold Meyerson) votes favoring this folly when the debate be- Water is a finite resource that is essential in Spring has given way to summer’s full-fur- gins next week. Why any Democrat would back such a the advancement of agriculture, and is vital to nace heat in Washington, apparently taking measure, however, is a deep mystery. From human life. Smart Irrigation Month will show- with it any scintilla of sense that Congress the policy standpoint, it would make it vast- case the importance of smart irrigation prac- may yet possess. ly more difficult both to shore up programs tices to the health and well being of commu- In the House, Republicans who could not that Democrats believe need shoring up— even raise an eyebrow at reports that the Na- nities and individuals. I would like to commend better educating the nation’s children, for tional Security Agency has been conducting the Irrigation Association for its continued pro- one—and to get the nation’s fiscal house in warrantless wiretaps of Americans became motion and advancement of efficient water order. Politically, backing the measure is instant civil libertarians when the FBI con- and irrigation use and therefore ask that you even wackier. The Democrats are running ducted a search of a congressman’s office. this year as the party of comparative fiscal join me, together with the Irrigation Associa- The Senate, meanwhile, is scheduled next sanity and greater economic equity and se- tion, in designating July as Smart Irrigation week to take up legislation by Arizona Re- curity. Baucus’s compromise would under- Month to be recognized annually from July publican Jon Kyl that would permanently re- mine all those premises. Republicans might 2006 forward. Water is the lifeblood of re- peal the estate tax on the wealthiest Ameri- very well attack Democratic senators up for cans. If enacted, Kyl’s bill would plunge the sources that gives sustenance to life. We must reelection this year for failing to repeal this government another trillion dollars into the wisely use this resource for the future of man- hideous death tax, as they call it, but any red during the first decade (2011–2021) that it kind. Therefore, smart irrigation technologies Democratic senator who can’t rebut that would be in effect. allows us to do just that. charge in what is shaping up as a very Demo- Behind the scenes, the action has been on cratic year should probably be in another f the Democratic side in the Senate, as the line of work. OPPOSING THE REPEAL OF THE party’s leadership has sought to dissuade Last Friday Baucus’s staffers assured the Montana’s Max Baucus, ranking Democrat ESTATE TAX Democratic Senate leadership’s staff that on the Finance Committee, from forging a their boss would back off his compromise halfway-house compromise with Kyl that campaign. Still, given Baucus’s penchant for HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL would deplete revenue by only $500 billion to mischief (it was largely he who rounded up OF NEW YORK $600 billion during that decade. The Repub- enough Democratic votes to enact Medicare licans would need Baucus to bring roughly a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Part D and its Big Pharma giveaway), those half-dozen Democrats along with him to Thursday, June 8, 2006 assurances have met with some skepticism reach the magic number of 60 votes required on Capitol Hill. The Democrats’ capacity to Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposi- to overcome any filibuster that the vast ma- undermine themselves has not vanished with jority of Democrats would mount to block the final days of spring. tion to repealing the estate tax. It is fiscally ir- any such measure. responsible and would drive higher an already Even a paltry $500 billion, of course, is a f swelling deficit. Repealing the estate tax lacks lot of money to drain from public coffers just MILL RUN ELEMENTARY D.A.R.E. rigidity that is desperately needed to reduce when boomers are going onto Social Security PROGRAM the national deficit and balance the budget. and Medicare and the number of employers On the heels of passing consecutive tax cuts providing health insurance, if present trends for the wealthy, repealing the estate tax would continue, might have dropped to a virtuous HON. FRANK R. WOLF grant further tax relief to the most affluent in handful. To cover those and other needs, OF VIRGINIA Congress will either plunge us deeper into IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES our country while the poor and the working debt or increase some other levies—payroll class continue to struggle to make ends meet. taxes, say—that will come out of the pockets Thursday, June 8, 2006 Contrarily, estate tax repeal would save the of the 99 percent of Americans whom the es- Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor for estate of Vice President DICK CHENEY be- tate tax doesn’t touch. me today to recognize the recent D.A.R.E. tween $13 million and $61 million. It would A decades-long campaign by right-wing ac- graduates from Mill Run Elementary School in save the estate of Defense Secretary Donald tivists (brilliantly documented by Yale pro- Ashburn, Virginia. D.A.R.E.—Drug Abuse Re- Rumsfeld between $32 million and $101 mil- fessors Michael Graetz and Ian Shapiro in sistance Education—has a long history of pro- lion. The estate of retired Exxon Mobil chair- their book ‘‘Death by a Thousand Cuts’’) has convinced many Americans that the estate viding children with the information and skills man Lee Raymond would save a comfortable tax poses a threat to countless hardworking they need to live drug-and-violence-free lives $164 million. Additionally, tax relief for the families. That was always nonsense, and and I was pleased to recently visit the fifth wealthy does not materialize in gains for the under the estate tax revisions that almost graders at Mill Run as they completed this poorest in America. all Democrats support—raising the threshold program. I urge my colleague in the Senate, JON KYL, for eligibility to $3.5 million for an indi- I would like to recognize Mill Run principal, to abandon the pursuit of legislation that would vidual and $7 million for a couple—it be- Paul Vickers, and fifth grade teachers, Ms. permanently repeal the estate tax for the comes more nonsensical still. Under the $3.5 Garofalo, Ms. Neely, Ms. Page, Ms. Sov- million exemption, the number of family- wealthiest Americans. If adopted, Sen. KYL’s ereign, Ms. Williams, Ms. Wolff, and Mr. owned small businesses required to pay any bill would plunge the government into another taxes in the year 2000 would have been just Wolslayer. Special acknowledgment also goes trillion dollars into the red during the first dec- 94, according to a study by the Congressional to D.A.R.E. officer, Deputy Lynette Ridgley, ade (2011–2021) that the legislation would be Budget Office. The number of family farms who is specially trained to work with students, in effect. that would have had to sell any assets to pay answer their questions, and establish a posi- As boomers are retiring from the market that tax would have been 13. tive relationship between students, law en- place, Congress should mount a concerted ef- On the other hand, an estate tax repeal forcement, and the community. The D.A.R.E. fort to preserve Social Security and Medicare would save the estate of Vice President Che- program, supported by dedicated school fac- rather than giving tax cuts to the wealthy who ney between $13 million and $61 million, ac- ulty, has helped to address the critical need to cording to the publicly available data on his are not demanding them. Health care needs net worth. It would save the estate of De- educate our youth on the consequences of in- are not being met by employers and a growing fense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld between volvement in drugs, gangs, and violence, and number of Americans are without adequate $32 million and $101 million. The estate of re- how to avoid risky behavior. access to vital care. Repealing the estate tax tired Exxon Mobil chairman Lee Raymond Several students at Mill Run Elementary re- will not bring these services and other needs would pocket a cozy $164 million. As for the ceived special awards for poster and essay

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:23 Jun 09, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08JN8.074 E08JNPT1 jcorcoran on PROD1PC62 with REMARKS E1084 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 8, 2006 submissions. Poster winners include Krista cials or advertisements may have you D.A.R.E. helps kids understand the cautions Sanders-Mason, Manik Dayal, William Kim, knocking on the wrong door. If tobacco turns of drugs and alcohol from the start, and that Ryan Orr, Rob Kramer, Renato Mazzei, Ellie your teeth yellow, then why do people in the nothing is real on advertising. Those are ads have such white teeth? Beer ads do the Ferguson, and Brigitte Ganzer. Essay winners only two of the millions of things that same thing. They do not tell you the con- D.A.R.E. teaches you! include Rachael Williams, Brandon Greer, sequences most of the time. All they care Alcohol isn’t something that helps you Francesca Beller, TJ Soroka, Nick Carroll, about is you buying the product! Also, a to- grow or something to play with. Alcohol is Emily Ready, and Colin Ceresa. I have in- bacco company gave a ton of money to a loss of self-control or even coma and death! serted for the record these students’ essays charity, then spent more money than what Yes, you can drink once you’re over twenty- because I feel it is important to hear from the they gave to charity telling people about it! one, but that doesn’t give you the right to go students themselves about how much of an Don’t be fooled by advertisements, it may party until four in the morning! Alcohol is a cut your life short. impact the D.A.R.E program has made. very dangerous thing. It is something you I think D.A.R.E. has really made an im- should never drink if you’re under age, not One student, TJ Soroka, says it plain and pact on my life. Now I know everything I simple, ‘‘The information taught in the even if someone calls you chicken. Even if need to know about things from drugs to al- they try to act tougher than you are, they’re D.A.R.E. program has given me the knowl- cohol to peer pressure. I really think that ev- not. They’re not stronger than you are, or eryone should take D.A.R.E, because it will edge to make good decisions in my life.’’ cooler, or smarter than you are. It may seem probably lead most people down the right (By T.J. Soroka) like they’re cooler but truly they’re not. path for their lives. D.A.R.E. is very fun and When you go to school, you take many You may look into a magazine and flip a Is just a great program! subjects, but this year I took one program few pages and then see an advertisement, unlike any other. That was DARE which (By Brandon Greer) and you will see people smoking cigarettes stands for Drug Abuse Resistance Education. and having a great time. Well guess what, ‘‘Click, click.’’ The teenager was just hand- It’s not taught by any ordinary teacher, in that is not reality. Reality is yellow teeth cuffed for smoking marijuana in a bathroom. fact, DARE is taught by a Deputy Sheriff I will never make this decision because of and sickness and your lungs turning black who works in Loudoun County. When we D.A.R.E. D.A.R.E is a program that teaches and failing. Cigarettes or cigars aren’t a pool started DARE, I thought it would only be you about drugs. The D.A.R.E decision. mak- filled with fun. It causes breathing problems about smoking and drugs. But we also ing model. advertising, friendship qualities. or heart disease and even cancer in your learned about inhalants, making good deci- peer pressure, personal pressure, ways to say lungs, mouth, throat, bladder, and kidney! sions, friendship qualities, being confident, no, and being confident. Our D.A.R.E. teach- Smoking is just a big black hole of empti- and much more. But I gained the most er was Deputy Ridgley. She was truly kind ness! So, don’t listen to advertisements. knowledge in DARE while learning about to- and comical. She told our class interesting Peer pressure happens to everybody. It can bacco and the qualities of a good friend. stories in relation to her experiences about happen on the bus, at recess, or even walking Before you smoke a cigarette, think of all drugs. home from school. Sometimes people will be the bad things you’re doing, such as putting One main drug we talked about was to- pressuring you about drugs or sometimes al- 200 poisons in your body. Also, you aren’t bacco. Tobacco is found in cigarettes and in cohol. They will make it seem fun and make just hurting yourself, you’re hurting the en- chewing tobacco. Tobacco is responsible for it look like the answer to your prayers. Well, vironment and the people around you. If more than 400,000 deaths in America each it’s not. There are a lot of ways to say no you’re under 18, it’s against the law to year. Tobacco shoots your body right in the like using humor or standing up for yourself. smoke. I hope you don’t smoke a cigarette, foot because it causes some major health Those are just two ways to say no. D.A.R.E. now knowing the affects of it. problems. One is you could suffer shortness will teach you many other ways. Do you think your friends have good of breath and dizziness. It also hurts the peo- D.A.R.E. is an awesome place to learn traits? Do they treat you like a friend? True ple around you, because approximately 3,000 about drugs and how they can hurt you. I friends have these qualities. They are loyal nonsmokers die each year from lung cancer. love going to D.A.R.E. Before D.A.R.E., I to you and you can trust them. Also, they If you want to be beautiful, don’t smoke. The didn’t even know half of the cautions of have a bright personality so they can cheer 200 known poisons in the cigarette’s smoke drugs and alcohol and how risky it is to you up. Last, if your friend asks you to can affect your appearance. One way smok- drink or smoke. I know now that one day I’m smoke, you should have a second thought ing affects your appearance is it dries your going to be offered a cigarette or some alco- about them being your friend, after making skin out and causes wrinkles. Smoking also hol, and I know exactly what to say: ‘‘NO!’’ a bad decision. causes yellow teeth and gives you terrible I’ll walk away and never trust a person like The Information taught In the DARE pro- breath. Yuck! that again. Now I’ll remember that no is the gram has given me knowledge to make good Another major issue we spoke about was way to go. decisions. DARE also teaches you how to say being confident. You need to be confident no to drugs and other substances. Next, when a friend asks you a question, such as (By Colin Ceresa) DARE has taught me affects of drugs and ev- ‘‘Do you want to smoke?’’ Do not speak in a In fifth grade we take a special class called erything else. DARE has gave me the knowl- weak voice or have poor posture while you D.A.R.E. D.A.R.E. stands for Drug Abuse Re- edge to make good decisions in my life. tell your friend you are not interested. Your sistance Education. My D.A.R.E. teacher, friend will just keep nagging at you to (By Francesca Beller) smoke because he knows that you are un- Deputy Ridgley, teaches us the dangers of What exactly is D.A.R.E.? D.A.R.E. means sure. To show your confidence, you must drugs and alcohol, how to say no, and how to Drug Abuse Resistance Education. It teaches have excellent posture by standing up avoid dangerous situations. kids to make smart decisions and teaches straight with shoulders back and chin up. Smoking can do horrible things to your them about drugs and alcohol Our teacher Look your friend right in the eye and main- body. Did you know smoking can turn your was Deputy Ridgley. She taught us several tain eye contact. You then must speak clear- lungs black? Smoking makes it hard to interesting facts about tobacco, marijuana, ly and respectfully. Remember to stay calm breathe and makes you dizzy. It makes your peer pressure, and other things that may or and say no thank you. If you are confident breath smell, turns your teeth yellow, dries may not scare you. your friend will stop asking you to smoke. your skin out and causes wrinkles. There are Tobacco, the k1ller of over 400,000 peoples a Hopefully, your friend will ask you if you 200 known poisons in cigarette smoke. Smok- year. It is illegal to anyone under the age of want to do some other activity. ing is the most common cause of lung can- 18, but even though it is, children still do it! I really loved D.A.R.E. I think that cer. I feel that smoking is very wrong. My Tobacco affects your body development, so D.A.R.E. will actually help me in the future Pop-Pop started smoking during the Viet it really affects kids! There are also many by knowing how to say no to drugs. I believe Nam War and then smoked for 40 years. diseases that tobacco can cause, such as that it is extremely important to be drug Luckily he quit a few years ago and is doing heart disease, lung cancer, and mouth can- free. If you take drugs you are basically fine. cer. So, tobacco is very dangerous to people throwing away your life because you might If you want to avoid all these bad things young and old with its 200 known poisons. become addicted and think you must have you need to be able to say no!!! Saying no Inhalants, something that can cause sud- drugs. I also think it is important that my can help you avoid many dangerous situa- den death is not what anyone wants. friends and family do not do drugs. If you are tions. You can say no in many ways. You Inhalants have become a big problem now. drug free you can enjoy sports like, skiing, could ignore the person offering you drugs. Teens are using inhalants a lot. They use soccer, football, basketball, hockey, and You could give a reason or fact to the person super glue, paint thinner, and other things. other activities. You will also live a longer who is offering you drugs and tell them why Inhalants can suffocate you and cause diar- and have a better life if you don’t do drugs. they are bad for you, or you could walk away rhea. They also starve the body of oxygen I have truthfully enjoyed learning about from the person who is offering you drugs. and force the heart to beat irregularly. Some drugs and other D.A.R.E. topics. I will al- Saying no can change your life in so many chronic users may have reduced muscle tone ways continue to be 100% drug free. ways. Saying no could even save your life. of strength. So if inhalants are so bad, why I feel that all of the information that I do it? (By Rachael T. Williams) learned in D.A.R.E. will help me a lot in the Advertisements, they trick people into D.A.R.E. is something everybody can listen future. I know how bad alcohol, drugs and to- buying bad products. Some tobacco commer- to, Drug Abuse Resistance Education. bacco are for you. I also learned that you

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES graders in Loudon County take a class called We learned many things from our instructor, Thursday, June 8, 2006 D.A.R.E. D.A.R.E. stands for Drug Abuse Re- Deputy Ridgley. She made it enjoyable to sistance Education. A deputy from Loudon learn about drugs and how to stay drug free. Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to County Sheriff’s office comes and teaches Deputy Ridgley told us many stories, which enter into the RECORD, my heartfelt support for you. Some of my favorite things that we made it exciting. I think that it is important the ‘‘Muslims Care’’ campaign, launched by learned about were tobacco, alcohol, and to stay drug free to keep from getting sick the Council on American-Islamic Relations, peer pressure. or hurt from different drugs. I will stay drug CAIR, to promote volunteerism in the Islamic Coughing, yellow teeth, cancer? These are free to keep from getting sick or hurt by community. CAIR is asking Muslims across just some of the things tobacco does to you. drugs! the country to volunteer their time for raising Cigarettes contain tobacco, and smoking is health awareness, helping the needy and sup- the main cause of heart disease. More than f 400,000 people die every year from smoking. porting activities for youth. Using verses from It can also turn your lungs from natural INTRODUCTION OF IRAN GAS the Qur’an and Hadith, the ‘‘Muslims Care’’ pink to sickening black. My thoughts on to- QUARANTINE RESOLUTION tool kit (available in www.muslims-care.org) is bacco are tobacco is a horrible thing, and if encouraging local mosques to participate and you use it, you are ruining your life! promote volunteering programs such as blood Jail, comas, and possible death are only a HON. MARK STEVEN KIRK drives, health awareness, student tutoring, etc. few of the things too much alcohol can get OF ILLINOIS First of all, the ‘‘Muslims Care’’ program has you. Alcohol is in beer, wine, and liquor. It a community benefits focus, which can poten- slows down your brain and your body. In case IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tially bring together people from a multitude of you’re wondering, most teenagers DON’T drink alcohol. I think if people were more re- Thursday, June 8, 2006 backgrounds and interests. Moreover, it offers an opportunity to weave Muslims and Islamic sponsible with alcohol, it wouldn’t be a prob- Mr. KIRK. Mr. Speaker, today, I am reintro- lem. identity into the American sociocultural fabric, ducing a resolution with Congressman ROBERT Peer pressure is when other people, friends a viable approach to counter the misinforma- or not, try to get you to do something you ANDREWS (D–NJ) which emphasizes that the tion that is out there about Islam and Muslims. may or may not wish to do. Some people can crisis regarding Iran’s nuclear program should Lastly, a recent survey, conducted by CAIR, be mean about it, or some will be nice and it be resolved primarily through diplomatic showed that the majority of Americans prom- can be something good for you. If it’s bad, means. I choose diplomacy over conflict; and ised to change their views about Islam if Mus- just say NO! I think if it’s mean or bad peer I believe the United States and our allies can lims are seen to be concerned about pressure, we don’t need it! It can hurt peo- achieve our ends to the Iranian nuclear pro- ple’s feelings and make them do something healthcare, education, economy, issues that gram without firing a shot. By focusing on plague the average American. The ‘‘Muslims dangerous or awful that can hurt them or Iran’s reliance on gasoline imports, this con- other people. Care’’ campaign is an excellent way to over- I really enjoyed the D.A.R.E. program this current resolution suggests a thoughtful and come this us/them mentality and the preju- year. It showed me just how dangerous effective approach to diplomacy with Iran. dices about Islam and Muslims. smoking and underage drinking really are. I The resolution I introduce today states that I heartily support this undertaking by CAIR, believe it is important to stay drug-free be- as part of the diplomatic effort, the United as well as their other programs that promote cause you can destroy yourself, your family, States should consider a gasoline quarantine, cross-cultural dialogue to enhance the under- and your future. So, I, Emily Ready, promise organized and enforced by a multilateral coali- standing of Islam. to stay drug-free and stay a non-tobacco user U.S. MUSLIMS LAUNCH ANNUAL and a nonunderage drinker. tion of nations. This action would be a strong yet prudent action to dissuade Iran from join- VOLUNTEERISM CAMPAIGN (By Nick Carroll) ing the nuclear club. WASHINGTON, DC., May 25, 2006.—A promi- nent national Islamic civil rights and advo- ‘‘Lost another one to drugs because of over Despite its wealth of crude oil, Iran imports cacy group today called on American Mus- use of alcohol,’’ sighed Dr. Smith. That nearly 40 percent of its refined gasoline. For lims to support its second annual campaign, won’t happen to me because I took D.A.R.E years, the Iranian regime has subsidized this called ‘‘Muslims Care,’’ designed to promote class. D.A.R.E. stands for Drug Abuse Resist- imported gasoline by $3 billion a year to keep volunteerism in the Islamic community. ance Education. During D.A.R.E. we learned prices artificially low in order to maintain eco- In its summer-long initiative, the Council about alcohol, inhalants, marijuana, and to- nomic and political stability. A quarantine, and on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) will bacco. We learned about more than just offer Muslims the resources and information drugs. We learned how to say no and about the resulting spike in prices, would be cata- strophic to the regime’s stability. they need to help improve the communities the D.A.R.E. decision making model. We also in which they live. This year, CAIR will learned about how dangerous inhalants can The Iranian economy is nearly at its break- again ask Muslims across the country to be and the tricks of advertisement. ing point due to crushing unemployment, infla- focus on health awareness, helping the needy Inhalants can be used as a type of drug. It tion, and the rush of foreign investors leaving and activities for youth. can be made using household products con- the Islamic Republic. A quarantine would push Visitors to CAIR’s campaign website, centrated in a certain place (like in a paper the government’s ability to spend to the break- www.muslims-care.org, will be able to bag). They are very dangerous! It can kill ing point, forcing them to consider com- download a toolkit containing information you instantly even if you’re doing it for the about how to become a volunteer and sug- first time. Inhalants can damage your brain promise. gesting volunteer activities such as blood and liver. You might suffer from a loss of Congressman ANDREWS and I introduced a drives, health awareness fairs and student smell, depression, and can cause a heart at- similar resolution, House Concurrent Resolu- tutoring. CAIR is suggesting that commu- tack! It can also suffocate you. It will starve tion 177, on June 14, 2005. Since that time, nity members visit the website to submit your body of oxygen and force your heart to Iran selected an unpredictable and belligerent local volunteer opportunities and see what beat irregularly and more rapidly. You could new leader. Iran has restarted uranium enrich- activities are available in their state. get sores in the mouth and nose. Chronic The ‘‘Muslims Care’’ kit also offers advice users can have muscle wasting and reduced ment and paraded missiles through the street to Islamic religious leaders about how they muscle tone and strength. Inhalants can with banners saying ‘‘Death to America’’ and can promote volunteerism in local mosques cause nausea and nosebleeds. Inhalants are ‘‘Wipe Israel off the Map.’’ This resolution re- and suggests partnering with established vol- one of the things that kill many children flects the current situation with respect to Iran, unteer groups such as the American Cancer each year. Inhalants can cause most of these and suggests an innovative solution to the nu- Society and Big Brother/Big Sisters. problems without you knowing it until it’s clear impasse. Local Islamic leaders and imams (prayer too late. leaders) are being encouraged to give Friday Advertising is one of the ways drug compa- I want to thank my good friend Congress- sermons on the importance of volunteerism. nies get people to buy their stuff. One of the man ROBERT ANDREWS for being the lead co- The ‘‘Muslims Care’’ toolkit has sample ways they do it is to show famous celebrities sponsor of this legislation. I look forward to verses from the Quran, Islam’s revered text, drinking beer or smoking a cigarette. They working with him and my other colleagues on and hadith (Islamic traditions) to incor- also show happy people with beer, wine, or a this important foreign policy initiative. porate in the sermons. One tradition quotes

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ahmed cited a recently-conducted CAIR opinion survey showing that a majority of I wish him tremendous success in his retire- Thursday, June 8, 2006 ment from journalism, I know all too well that Americans said they would change their Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to intro- views about Islam and Muslims if they per- it is never easy to leave your passion. And if duce into the RECORD the commentary entitled ceived that Muslims were more concerned it truly were that easy, everyone would do it. about issues such as healthcare, education ‘‘It’s Time To Engage With Iran’’ written by David Ignatius and published in the May 25, and the economy. f CAIR, America’s largest Islamic civil lib- 2006 issue of the Washington Post. Much of the diplomacy of the last 5 years erties group, has 32 offices and chapters na- INTRODUCTION OF THE tionwide and in Canada. Its mission is to en- has been confrontational, characterized by STORMWATER ENFORCEMENT hance the understanding of Islam, encourage threats, ultimatums and labeling or ‘‘name call- AND PERMITTING ACT OF 2006 dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower ing’’ of leaders or countries perceived as American Muslims, and build coalitions that threats by the Bush administration. promote justice and mutual understanding. With this threat diplomacy in mind, Mr. Igna- f HON. GARY G. MILLER tius offers some literary and policy advice. TRIBUTE TO DICK LAWLER OF CALIFORNIA Quoting the last line of E.M. Forester’s novel Howards End, Mr. Ignatius suggests ‘‘Only IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. SHERWOOD BOEHLERT connect’’ as a good foreign policy for the United States. OF NEW YORK Thursday, June 8, 2006 Ignatius suggests only connect is a useful IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California. Mr. injection in thinking ‘‘about U.S. strategy to- Thursday, June 8, 2006 Speaker, as a homebuilder for over 35 years, ward Iran and the wider conflicts between the Mr. BOEHLERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today I rise today in support of the Stormwater En- West and the Muslim world.’’ I agree. to honor Dick Lawler, a long-time friend, who forcement and Permitting Act of 2006, a bill in- The U.S. could certainly have benefited after dedicating 35 years of his heart and soul troduced by Water Resources and Environ- from connections with our traditional allies be- to the field of journalism has reached one of ment Subcommittee Chairman DUNCAN to fore we invaded Iraq. Instead President Bush life’s greatest milestones, and will finally take streamline the Clean Water Act stormwater and Vice President CHENEY unhelpfully labeled his well-deserved retirement. permitting process for residential construction France, Germany and our other long-time and Dick is known by his peers as someone with sites. steadfast allies as ‘‘the old Europe.’’ Unbeliev- an invigorating ability to reach people in a way The Environmental Protection Agency’s ably, for a time, otherwise reasonable and that leaves a lasting positive impression. Evi- (EPA) costly, excessive, and inconsistent sane members of Congress and of the admin- istration insisted on calling french fries, free- dence of such can be found in one of Dick’s stormwater regulations need to be reformed to dom fries. classic euphemisms, ‘‘If it were easy, every- ensure affordable homes can be constructed The Bush administration’s arrogance and one would do it.’’ Those words speak volume without burdensome regulations that do little to hubris led the President and Vice President to the character of this great man. protect the environment. More effective envi- not merely to rebuff the countries who refused That said Mr. Speaker, if it were easy, ev- ronmental protection will come from simple, eryone would have a loving wife, devoted chil- to let America lead them into war with Iraq but straightforward rules that encourage compli- dren, and adoring grandchildren. Everyone took every opportunity to disconnect from ance. would raise a family worthy of respect from them. At every opportunity the Bush adminis- their friends and peers. Stormwater is different from the industrial tration let our long-time friends know our con- If it were easy, everyone would devote pollutants that are the focus of EPA’s National nection with them did not matter. If they were themselves to their community. We would all Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. Rain- not with us, they were against us. I believe find the time to help children, serve our neigh- fall events that generate stormwater runoff on there are those in Congress who regret the at- bors, and make the community that raised us residential construction sites cannot be con- titude represented by these words. Our ‘‘coali- a better place to grow up in. trolled in the same way a manufacturing plant tion of the willing’’ has few member countries If it were easy we would all be passionate can control the flow of its industrial processes. left and those that are left have few soldiers about our jobs and our professions. Our work The inflexible requirements imposed by the fighting in Iraq. would exhibit the enthusiasm we feel every EPA do not acknowledge these differences. A During the first days of the Bush administra- day, and our patrons would recognize the joy more consistent and sensible enforcement ap- tion, the U.S. refused to meet with Iran at all. we feel from serving them. We would become proach would better protect our water re- China finally convinced the U.S. to meet with legends in our own time, and admired for our sources without increasing housing costs. Iran but when we did, our representatives sat skills. I believe stormwater regulations must be in the conference room and announced the U.S. would not deal with Iran and then spoke If it were easy, everyone would do it. reasonable, which is why I am an original co- For over 35 years, Dick has been a con- no more. During the 11⁄2 years we did not deal sponsor of the Stormwater Enforcement and summate journalistic professional who has with Iran it forged ahead on its nuclear re- Permitting Act of 2006. This bill creates an sought to further hone and craft his skills search and perhaps produced enriched pluto- outreach program to ensure all homebuilders every day. He is a man who was dedicated to nium. We just don’t know. know of EPA’s regulations, gives builders an the pursuit of both truth and a good story. A Ignatius writes that ‘‘we are in the early opportunity to correct benign stormwater per- man who sat with Henry Kissinger, Robert F. stages of what the Centcom commander, Gen. mit deficiencies that do not result in environ- Kennedy, school children, and shopkeepers John Abizaid, calls ‘the first war of equally. mental damage, and clarifies, codifies, and globalization, between openness and closed In his private life he has dedicated countless streamlines EPA’s stormwater regulations for societies.’’’ General Abizaid’s advice was to hours to raising funds for children’s hospitals residential construction sites. ‘‘expand openness and connection.’’ Accord- and improving our community. It is these good At a time when housing prices have hit ing to Ignatius, General Abizaid called al- works that have truly endeared him to us. For record highs, burdensome regulations are Qaeda ‘‘the military arm of the closed order.’’ many years, my wife and I have often been pushing up the costs of housing, squeezing The extremist mullahs in Tehran are leaders privileged to share the company of his family. working families out of the market. I look for- of a closed order. From backyard barbeques to cheering on our ward to working with my colleagues to move Ignatius writes that America’s best strategy hometown Utica Blue Sox with our fellow this bill forward to streamline EPA’s is connection and to play to its strengths, ‘‘bleacher bums,’’ Dick and his wife Jackie stormwater regulations to ensure all Ameri- which he believes are the open exchange of have always been a treasured part of our cans can realize the dream of homeowner- ideas, backed up by unmatched military lives. ship. power.

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to member of the administration. It is a back- crumble. Similar warnings about showing ward, undiplomatic form of communications honor my dear friend Candy Schneider who is weakness in the face of an aggressive adver- retiring after 33 years of service in the Clark employed by schoolyard bullies not by high of- sary were voiced when President Richard ficials of a country like ours which must learn County School District. Nixon went to China in February 1972. Candy has been a teacher of art, human- to live in peace with the other great powers in I cite this Cold War history because the ities and the academically talented at the jun- the world. moment has come for America to attempt to ior school level as well as a Visual Arts Ad- We connected, engaged, with the Soviet engage revolutionary Iran. The invitation ministrative Specialist for grades K–12 for over Union in 1973 through the Conference for Se- for such a dialogue came this month in a let- three decades. During her career as an edu- curity and Cooperation in Europe, CSCE, even ter to President Bush from Iranian President cator, Candy has served as the Assistant Di- while conservatives warned that it was a dan- Mahmoud Ahmadinejad—a man whose rab- rector for the School-Community Partnership gerous concession that the Soviets might in- ble-rousing, Israel-baiting career gave him Program, Chairwoman of the Nevada Arts terpret as weakness. Instead the CSCE the credentials, if that’s the right word, to Council, and Chair of the Arts in Education. helped speed the fall of the Soviet Union. break a 27–year Iranian taboo on contacts Among Candy’s many achievements, she has President Nixon was warned by conservatives with the Great Satan. been honored with the Nevada Educator of not to go to China and yet an era of great di- Ahmadinejad’s letter clearly had the back- the Year award, the Excellence in Education plomacy with China followed his trip. ing of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Award and a National Gallery of Art State The column by David Ignatius points out Khamenei. In the American context, that’s Scholarship. She is also a member of the Arts that Ahmadinejad’s letter to President Bush like having the support of Vice President Council of Henderson and an honorary mem- ‘‘clearly had the backing of Iran’s supreme Cheney for a peace feeler. My own Iranian ber of the Henderson Art Association. In addi- leader, Ayatollah Ali Khameini.’’ In the words sources say there is broad consensus in tion, Candy has done a tremendous service to of Ignatius ‘‘that’s like having the support of Tehran that it is time for talks with the my office by coordinating the Congressional Vice President CHENEY for a peace feeler.’’ United States. ‘‘Iran wants to start discus- Art Contest for the Third Congressional District According to Karim Sadjadpour, an Iranian sions the same way the Chinese wanted dis- of Nevada. analyst with the International Crisis Group, cussions’’ with Nixon, an Iranian business- Through the years, Candy has served on a opinion polls show that 75 percent of Iranians man named Ali Ettefagh told me in an e- variety of local, regional, and national boards favor relations with the United States. mail this week. ‘‘Great Satan doesn’t sell and committees including the National Art There is no guarantee that a policy of en- anymore. More than half the population was not born 27 years ago, and the broken record Educators Association, the National Endow- gagement will work. But there are no other does not play well.’’ The Iranian offer of dia- ment for the Arts, Nevada School for the Arts, good options. We can have engagement with logue, he says, ‘‘ought to be taken as an op- and a host of Clark County School District Iran and hope they will accept a package we portunity, if only to air out grievances and committees. It is through her work with these can offer with our allies that will keep them amplify differences.’’ institutions that she and I have become good from developing nuclear weapons, or we can I suspect Iran wants dialogue now partly friends. Candy is a lovely woman who pours learn to live with Iran as a nuclear power, or because it perceives America’s position in all her heart and energy into expanding and we can go to war with Iran. War with Iran Iraq as weak and its own as strong. That enriching humanities and art-oriented pro- would have unintended consequences we may be true, but so what? Washington grams for the children of Clark County. cannot imagine. It should be obvious that the should still take yes for an answer. The Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor Candy first of these is the best option. United States and its European allies this Schneider for her years of dedicated service IT’S TIME TO ENGAGE WITH IRAN week are crafting a package that, one hopes, to the students in the Clark County School (By David Ignatius) will include everything the Iranian people District. Her passion for arts education has ‘‘Only connect.’’ That was the trademark could want—except nuclear weapons. The truly enriched the lives of the students, col- bundle of goodies should stress line of E.M. Forster’s great novel ‘‘Howards leagues and community members who have End.’’ And it’s a useful injunction in think- connectivity—more air travel to Iran, more scholarships for students, more exchanges, been inspired by her over the years. I wish her ing about U.S. strategy toward Iran and the the best in her retirement. wider conflicts between the West and the Iranian membership in the World Trade Or- Muslim world. ganization. The mullahs may well reject f We are in the early stages of what the these incentives as threatening, but that’s BEST WISHES FOR A SUCCESSFUL Centcom commander, Gen. John Abizaid, the point. Their retrograde theocracy can’t TAIWAN SYMPOSIUM calls ‘‘the first war of globalization, between last long in an open world. This very week, openness and closed societies.’’ One key to about 40 police officers were injured in a winning that war, Abizaid told a small group clash with demonstrators at two Tehran uni- HON. DONALD M. PAYNE of reporters at the Pentagon yesterday, is to versities. One of the hand-lettered protest OF NEW JERSEY expand openness and connection. He called signs captured in an Iranian photo said: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES al-Qaeda ‘‘the military arm of the closed ‘‘This is not a seminary, it is a university. ‘‘ order.’’ The same could be said of the ex- Thursday, June 8, 2006 tremist mullahs in Tehran who are pushing Karim Sadjadpour, an Iranian analyst with Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, the Taiwan Chap- for nuclear weapons. the International Crisis Group, noted in Sen- ter of the Democratic Pacific Union will spon- America’s best strategy is to play to its ate testimony last week that opinion polls sor a symposium this summer (August 12–14) strengths—which are the open exchange of show 75 percent of Iranians favor relations in Taipei, Taiwan. The symposium will include with the United States. ‘‘Embarking on a ideas, backed up by unmatched military topics such as legislative and democracy, leg- power. The need for connection is especially comprehensive dialogue with Iran would pro- clear in the case of Iran, which in isolation vide the U.S. with the opportunity to match islature and the electoral process, legislative has remained frozen in revolutionary zeal- its rhetorical commitment to Iranian democ- procedures and rules, legislature and cam- otry like an exotic fruit in aspic. Yet some racy and human rights with action,’’ paign finance. All these topics are very timely in the Bush administration cling to the idea Sadjadpour said. He’s right. and relevant to the legislative process. that isolation is a good thing and that Taiwan’s efforts in promoting democracy There’s no guarantee that a policy of en- connectivity will somehow weaken the throughout the Pacific regions are laudatory. West’s position. That ignores the obvious gagement will work. The Iranian regime’s desire to acquire nuclear weapons may be so In addition to the upcoming symposium, the lesson of the past 40 years, which is that iso- Taiwan Chapter of the Democratic Pacific lation has usually failed (as in the cases of unyielding that Tehran and Washington will Cuba and North Korea), while connectivity remain on a collision course. But America Union has sponsored other worthy programs has usually succeeded (as in the cases of the and its allies will be in a stronger position such as a training program on hazard mitiga- Soviet Union and China). for responding to Iranian calls for dialogue. tion with emphasis on typhoon-related disas- A telling example was the decision to en- Openness isn’t a concession by America, it’s ters and fellowships for students from Demo- gage the Soviet Union in 1973 through the a strategic weapon. cratic Pacific Union member states to study in

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Representative from Oregon’s fourth district, I els ranging from Junior High through the col- f have enjoyed seeing the diversity that craft lege level in Indiana, Nebraska and Iowa, brewery has fueled across the Nation. They Many Universities were honored to have Dr. PERSONAL EXPLANATION bring with their craft a healthy dose of friendly Smith as an educator. He was an instructor at competition and a loyal clientele base that ap- the University of Nebraska, Indiana University, HON. HAROLD E. FORD, JR. preciates their craft-made lagers and ales. The pioneering spirit of Oregon lives on with I.U. Kokomo, I.U. Southeast at New Albany, OF TENNESSEE and IUPUI in Indianapolis. He spent an as- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES its craft brewers. Oregon continues to enjoy more breweries per capita than any other tounding 34 years at Indiana University and 20 Thursday, June 8, 2006 State in the Nation. Even with Oregon having of those years serving as Assistant Dean of Mr. FORD. Mr. Speaker, on yesterday, June only 1 percent of the Nation’s population, it is Students. 7, 2006, I was unavoidably detained and was home to 7 percent of America’s breweries and Besides his dedication to teaching, Dr. unable to cast votes. On rollcall No. 227, I brew pubs. Five of those breweries are among Smith was an active member of the commu- would have voted ‘‘yes’’; on rollcall No. 228, I the 50 biggest in the Nation. nity. He was a long time member of many would have voted ‘‘no’’; on rollcall No. 229, I In addition to their sales success, many of local organizations. Dr. Smith was a 50–year would have voted ‘‘yes’’; on rollcall No. 230, I these small businesses support innumerable member of Crawford Lodge #470 at English, would have voted ‘‘yes’’; on rollcall No. 231, I community-based charities, public institutions, Indiana, the Scottish Rite Valley of Indianap- would have voted ‘‘yes’’; on rollcall No. 232, I local events and charities. Small craft brewers olis, and the Shrine of North America. successfully balance that dedication between would have voted ‘‘yes’’; on rollcall No. 233, I Dr. Smith never stopped trying to help his the quality of their beer and the quality of their would have voted ‘‘yes’’; on rollcall No. 234, I community. In 2000, he created a Public would have voted ‘‘yes.’’ community. I urge my colleagues to support H. Res. 753 Radio Station, WBRO in Marengo, Indiana, to f in recognition of America’s Craft Brewers. provide the best Public Radio programming available. WBRO broadcasts many public af- COMMENDING AMERICAN CRAFT f fairs, news, and discussion programs along BREWERS HONORING THE LIFE OF DR. HER- with local sporting events. SPEECH OF BERT E. SMITH OF BLOOM- The work put forth during his life did not go INGTON, INDIANA unnoticed. Dr. Smith was recognized by many HON. PETER A. DeFAZIO for his contributions including the Key to the OF OREGON HON. MICHAEL E. SODREL City of Indianapolis, ‘‘Distinguished Hoosier’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF INDIANA award and the highest honor in Indiana, the Tuesday, June 6, 2006 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘Sagamore of the Wabash.’’ In addition, Dr. Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in Thursday, June 8, 2006 Smith was appointed a ‘‘Kentucky Colonel’’ by support of America’s craft brewers. Our cul- Mr. SODREL. Mr. Speaker, it is with deep the Commonwealth of Kentucky, ‘‘Aide De- ture, our economy, and our communities have sympathy I announce the passing of Dr. Her- Camp, Governor’s Staff’ by Tennessee and all benefited from the contributions craft brew- bert E. Smith on June 2, 2006 at the age of ‘‘Admiral, Great Navy of Nebraska’’. ers have made. The craft beer segment in- 76. Dr. Smith was an educator and spent most Indiana lost a hardworking and honorable cludes more than 1,300 small, traditional and of his life in the teaching profession to help man. Dr. Smith’s dedication and commitment independent breweries. young people build the foundation for future to helping others should be an example for We have seen a boost in sales and growth success. He was also a dedicated Hoosier others to follow. He led a successful life per- for these small business entrepreneurs in re- who gave back much to his community. sonally and professionally. I know he will be cent years. This consumer appeal has created Dr. Smith was born in Sterling Township in missed by those around him and the people thousands of quality jobs in our country, Crawford County, Indiana on July 12, 1929. he touched.

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