June 13, 2011 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 157, Pt. 7 9047 Ms. Calabrese has demonstrated an out- Stanley Sheinbaum continues to inspire the up to this task, and while she is humbled and standing commitment to innovation and edu- best of the American progressive tradition. honored by this award, the satisfaction she cation, and her efforts have raised the bar for f gets every day when a classroom of eager magnet schools and educational institutions in students ‘‘get it,’’ is by far her greatest reward. Connecticut and across the country. Gina’s REPUBLICAN POLICY PROPOSALS Jessica’s day does not begin with the first achievements represent the highest dedication HARM SENIORS bell, nor does it end when her class is dis- to success, and I am proud to recognize her missed. She provides before and after school contributions here today. HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON assistance to students who are struggling with Although the Rotella School only opened in OF TEXAS their school work, offering a greater oppor- 2000, it has quickly distinguished itself as one IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tunity to succeed. She facilitates math acad- emies for parents so that their children have of the best Magnet Schools in the country. It Monday, June 13, 2011 embodies a dedication to a holistic education more than just one teacher to help them un- that incorporates a strong academic program Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. derstand. Her belief is that if a parent can help and an emphasis on the performing and visual Mr. Speaker, I rise today to discuss how the at home, then the child never runs out of op- arts. This approach combines the most valu- proposed Republican policies will harm our portunities to learn. She also works with stu- able aspects of the arts—self-expression, cre- seniors. Republicans are attacking our seniors’ dent teachers who will soon be entering the ativity and practice—with academics, leading most vital support systems. field of education. This allows for each new to a unique and valuable student experience. The Republican budget would replace Medi- generation of teachers to have a greater feel- On behalf of the people of Waterbury, I care with an underfunded voucher system that ing of comfort when entering the classroom for want to congratulate Ms. Calabrese for this eliminates guaranteed Medicare benefits. Pri- the first time. Students then receive a quality award and thank her for her tireless efforts to vate insurance companies, which would be education, regardless of the experience of educate the future leaders of Connecticut. much more expensive than traditional Medi- their teacher. Few awards offer such esteem and honor f care, would be in charge of seniors’ health care for those currently under the age of 55. as the Presidential Award for Excellence in STANLEY K. SHEINBAUM It is estimated that seniors’ health care costs Mathematics and Science. This award is testi- would increase by more than $6,000 a year mony to the gratitude that our nation shares HON. EARL BLUMENAUER and costs would continue to skyrocket over for teachers like Jessica Boland. I am proud OF OREGON time. today to enter this recognition of Jessica’s achievements into the CONGRESSIONAL IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Republicans have claimed that their budget does not affect current Medicare beneficiaries; RECORD, and hope that all teachers across our Monday, June 13, 2011 however, this claim is false. In fact, the Re- great nation share in the responsibility that Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to publican proposal would immediately cut ben- she has undertaken. It is with great joy and celebrate the 91st birthday of Stanley efits and would require seniors to pay more honor that I recognize Jessica Boland, and Sheinbaum, one of our country’s most unique out-of-pocket for prescription drugs. thank her with never-ending gratitude for giv- civic leaders. In his early years, Stanley With respect to Medicaid, the Republican ing her students the greatest opportunity to served as a cartographer in World War II and budget would cut almost $800 billion dollars succeed. was a student at Stanford, where he received over the next decade. Currently, Medicaid is f top honors. He went on to become a Fulbright the primary payer for nursing home care; mas- HONORING MARINE SERGEANT scholar and a professor of economics—first at sive cuts in this area would result in staffing SEAN T. CALLAHAN Stanford, then at Michigan State. In 1964 he shortages and reduced care quality. married Betty Warner and together they At a time where our seniors are struggling moved to Santa Barbara, where Stanley be- to stay afloat in an unstable and unpredictable HON. FRANK R. WOLF OF VIRGINIA came one of the most vocal opponents of the economy, we should be creating policies that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES war in Viet Nam. He twice ran for Congress will protect them instead of proposing policies on an aggressive anti-war platform and helped that will place them in harm’s way. Balancing Monday, June 13, 2011 raise money for the legal defense fund of Dan- the budget on the backs of seniors is rep- Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, Marine Sergeant iel Ellsberg, the Defense Department analyst rehensible to say the least. We must fight for Sean T. Callahan of Warrenton, Virginia, who leaked the ‘‘’’ to the our nation’s seniors and defend them against made the supreme sacrifice for his country on New York Times. these reckless attacks on their health, eco- April 23, 2011, while conducting combat oper- After the war, Stanley remained deeply in- nomic security, and peace of mind. ations in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Ser- volved in the causes that were dear to him. f geant Callahan was assigned antitank missile His many interests, accomplishments, and im- duties and was with the 3rd Battalion of the portant relationships are too numerous to re- TRIBUTE TO JESSICA BOLAND 9th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II count. A few of the highlights include the nine Marine Expeditionary Force, based at Camp years he served as chairman of the American HON. BENJAMIN QUAYLE Lejeune, North Carolina. Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Southern OF ARIZONA Sean joined the Marine Corps in March California, where his leadership led to a ten- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2008 and received a combat meritorious pro- fold increase in contributions. In 1988, he was motion to the grade of sergeant on February Monday, June 13, 2011 the leader of a Jewish-American delegation 2, 2011. He deployed in support of Operation that convinced to recognize Mr. QUAYLE. Mr. Speaker, today, I would Iraqi Freedom from August until October 2009. and disavow terrorism. From 1991–93 like to recognize Jessica Boland, a third-grade He deployed again in support of Operation En- he served as president of the teacher at Rose Lane Elementary School in during Freedom in December, 2010. His Board of Police Commissioners in the wake of Phoenix, Arizona, who on April 28th, 2011, re- awards include a Purple Heart, the Good Con- the beating, during which time ceived the 2010 Presidential Award for Excel- duct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, he led the fight for justice and accountability, lence in Mathematics and Science. This honor Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Iraq Campaign during that explosive period in the city’s his- is recognition of teachers with an exemplary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service tory. record in both mathematics and science. Ms. Medal, Combat Action Ribbon, and Navy-Ma- His many achievements are in a delightful Boland is one of only 85 recipients of this rine Corps Commendation Medal with Valor documentary, Citizen Stanley, which pays trib- celebrated honor. Device. Sean was escorted home from Dover, ute to his many years of service and activism. Ms. Boland always knew she wanted to be Delaware, by his brother, Corporal Daniel J. Today, here in Congress, we have the oppor- a teacher. The goal of all teachers should be Callahan, who is assigned to the 1st Light Ar- tunity to wish ‘‘Citizen Stanley’’ a happy birth- to do everything possible to encourage, sup- mored Reconnaissance Battalion at Camp day as we celebrate his extraordinary life and port, and promote excellence in the class- Pendleton, California. many contributions, especially to American room, and she eagerly takes on this challenge Sean was born on Flag Day, June 14, 1987, justice and foreign affairs. At 91 years of age, every day. Ms. Boland has proven that she is in Manassas, Virginia, the youngest of four

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