CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E229 is the fifth game this year that we’ve won in tucky History Center in Frankfort last April, HONORING G. MARTIN ‘‘MARTY’’ the last 30 seconds of the game. They just traveled to Washington, D.C. to compete in WAGNER refuse to lose,’’ Davidson said in the Lafayette the national contest at the University of Mary- Daily Advertiser. land, June 15–19, 2006. Together, they dem- HON. TOM DAVIS Madam Speaker, with this victory, Acadiana onstrated great academic prowess, teamwork OF VIRGINIA High School’s Wreckin Rams have made the and sportsmanship before a regional audi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES residents of their entire state proud. I enter ence, representing competitive values that Wednesday, January 31, 2007 into the official CONGRESSIONAL RECORD the make Kentucky proud. names of these players and their coaches, Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Madam Speak- and I ask that my colleagues join me in con- I would like to commend Maureen McCoy, er, I rise today to honor Mr. G. Martin ‘‘Marty’’ gratulating them for their achievement. Paige Walls, Joel Fickel, Ashleigh Steever, Wagner for over 31 years of dedicated service State Champions: Justin Green, Dvan Al- Chase Thomas and Breisa Baker for their ac- to the Federal government. exander, Kip Jacob *, Jeb Stefan, Louis complishment. I would also like to recognize Through Mr. Wagner’s current role as Dep- Hollier, Jonathan Morvant, Javinas Faulk *, the effort and support of their coaches. I am uty Commissioner of Federal Acquisition Serv- Daniel August*, DJ St. Julien, Desmond very proud to represent these students, edu- ices, and previously as Acting Commissioner Sam, Terrence Sinegal, Tory Caudill, Brian cators and their families. and Acting Deputy Commissioner, he oversaw Sinegal, Jordan Figaro *, John Dean, Darius the acquisition of more than $50 billion of Eaglin *, Chris White, Kyle Ramsey, Sam I ask my colleagues in the U.S. House of goods and services for various federal agen- Boersma *, Jarred Evans, Chris Nguyen, Jer- Representatives to join me in congratulating cies. He managed a workforce of more than emy Griggs, Terrance Broussard, Brad these students for their achievement and wish Melancon, Austin Romein, Jeremy 4,000 associates who helped the Federal gov- Fontenot *, Daniel Arabie, Ethan Piazza, them continued success in their promising fu- ernment find, buy and manage all federal non- Jordan Burt, Keevan Breaux, Jarrid Durand, ture years. real estate services. Dexter Bruno, Trent Noel, Fletcher Sand- Mr. Wagner led initiatives that set the tone ers *, Jordan Boykin *, Jordan Himel, Chase f and direction for major changes in govern- Southerland, Lora Parker, Whitney ment-wide management. He has played a key Duplechin, Tayla Davis, Josh Bourque, IN HONOR OF JULIUS STORTI Coach Bob Fabre, Coach Scott McCullough, role in promoting electronic government, in Coach Ted Davidson, Cody Labat, David using commercial contracts and approaches, Guidry, Cody Mandell, Coach Myles Casbon, and in putting performance measures into Brett Polaski, Kalen Comeaux *, Anthony HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH practice. Such initiatives include the creation Johnson, Derek Richard *, Jeffrey Trahan, OF OHIO of FirstGov, the Government’s Internet portal; Kevin Elston, Marcus Sam *, Bobby David- and FedbizOpps, the gateway for all federal IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES son, Drew Alleman, Dexter Hall *, Quincy procurements. Mouton, Chance Brossette, Donovan Gallien, During Mr. Wagner’s career he has been Casey Latiolais *, Hunter Thibodeaux, Kyle Wednesday, January 31, 2007 Hebert, Marcus Bazile, Lance Walker, Bran- honored for his good work and accomplish- don Touchet *, Sheffield Taylor *, Jordan Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise ments as a premier civil servant. Mr. Wagner Magee, Aaron Guidry *, Sean McGovern, today in honor and recognition of Julius Storti, received the Meritorious Presidential Rank for Matt Crooks, Hunter Hebert, Matt upon his retirement from Transformer Engi- his career achievements as well as his efforts Boudreaux, Cherish Barton, Jared Prince, neering Corporation (TEC). His tenure at TEC in leading the administration’s effort to reinvent Dylan Terro, Robert Montgomery *, Taylor spans sixty-three years, and is framed by in- the federal management process. He also re- Wiggins, Mike Carvajal, Wilfred Journet *, tegrity, innovation, excellence, friendship and ceived the Distinguished Presidential Rank for Buck Smith *, Brady Hebert *, Chris his work to improve federal management, spe- Thibodeaux *, Spencer Trahan, Jesse Ledet, unwavering loyalty and dedication. Jeremy Courville, Brent White, Brian White, cifically the implementation of a new manage- Mr. Storti began working at TEC in the sum- ment framework to reflect modem manage- Kynsi Sonnier, Ayriell Collins, Crystal mer of 1943, while still in high school. His in- Faulk, Coach Neal Lege, Coach Larry ment principles and effective uses of tech- Breaux, Coach Gary Fontenot, Coach Chris terest in electrical work was sparked while a nology. Finally, Mr. Wagner received the Gen- Mitchell, and Brandon Siner. student at Lincoln High School, where he as- eral Services Administration’s ‘‘Giraffe Award’’ f sisted a teacher with an electrical course. At for ‘‘sticking his neck out’’ and taking risks to TEC, Mr. Storti became highly skilled in all improve various GSA programs. These rec- HONORING SPENCER COUNTY STU- areas, yet his primary work and expertise fo- ognitions illustrate the kind of results-oriented DENTS FOR THEIR PARTICIPA- cused on hand & multiple winding, an area in federal employee he is. TION IN NATIONAL HISTORY DAY which he is considered an expert. Whether Mr. Wagner was instituting the A devoted family man, Mr. Storti was also massive modernization of the federal tele- HON. RON LEWIS surrounded by family and friends at TEC. He communications system, establishing im- OF KENTUCKY met his wife, Dorothy at TEC, and lovingly proved customer and employee management systems, or taking the simple, personal step of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cared for her until her recent passing. To- adding Brail to his business cards, Mr. Wag- Wednesday, January 31, 2007 gether they raised their daughter, Anne. He ner has always worked to ensure that every- Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Madam Speaker, I also worked alongside his childhood friend, one had improved access to the federal gov- rise today to recognize six remarkable stu- George Kolsenicky, and his brother-in-law, the ernment. dents from the Spencer County School Sys- late Paul Yachanin. Mr. Storti’s kind and hum- Madam Speaker, in closing, I would like to tem for their participation and high achieve- ble nature consistently shone through at TEC, commend and congratulate Mr. Wagner on all ment in the National History Day Competition and his professional integrity and strong work of his achievements. I call upon my colleagues held last year at the University of Maryland. ethic never wavered. Although a talented and to join me in applauding Marty for his past ac- National History Day is an innovative history dedicated employee, the center of Mr. Storti’s complishments and in wishing him continued education program for students in grades 6– life continues to be his family and close success in the years to come. 12 who are interested in improving their histor- friends. f ical knowledge in a fun and challenging envi- Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in ronment. Each year, students choose a topic HIRE A VETERAN WEEK congruent with an annual theme, conduct re- honor and celebration of Mr. Julius Storti, search, then synthesize and analyze their find- whose sixty-three year tenure at Transformer SPEECH OF ings into a paper, exhibit, documentary or per- Engineering Corporation is defined by kind- ness, patience, expertise and willingness to HON. BILL SALI formance. These projects are then evaluated OF IDAHO extend a helping hand to anyone in need. Mr. at the local, state, and national levels. Finalists IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from each level advance to the next round of Storti created bonds of friendship at TEC that competition. will never be broken, and he will be deeply Tuesday, January 30, 2007 This 2006 theme was ‘‘Taking a Stand.’’ missed by all. I wish Mr. Storti and his family Mr. SALI. Madam Speaker, it is an honor to Spencer County students, who placed first or an abundance of health, peace and happiness join with my colleagues this week in support of second at the state contest held at the Ken- as he journeys onward from here. the ‘‘Hire a Veteran Week’’ resolution.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 01:28 Apr 19, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD07\E01FE7.REC E01FE7 hmoore on PRODPC68 with CONG-REC-ONLINE E230 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 1, 2007 Scripture tells us, ‘‘Greater love has no one his education with a certificate in educational 22, 1967 to October 26, 1970, which many than this, that he lay down his life for his leadership from DePaul University in 2005. feel were his peak years. Finally, in 1971, the friends.’’ Few things could better characterize Throughout his career, Mr. Rodgers has Supreme Court unanimously reversed Ali’s the conduct of so many of our Nation’s vet- been an educator and a leader in a variety of conviction, and his boxing privileges were re- erans. venues. He began his career at Mather High stored. School teaching biology and chemistry. He The men and women who have worn the Ali quickly set about regaining the heavy- went on to become the department chairman uniform of our country have been willing to weight title, which was now held by the indom- at Mather High. He then joined the Northside place themselves in harm’s way on our behalf. itable Joe Frazier. In the first of three bouts science department, working his way up to de- They have offered to lay down their lives for with Frazier, Ali lost what was dubbed ‘‘the us. They have shown us the greatest love. partment chairman there as well. Currently, fight of the century.’’ In a rematch with Frazier Mr. Rodgers is the LAUNCH principal at Wes- Not only have our veterans demonstrated in 1974, Ali was victorious in redeeming his tinghouse Career Academy in Chicago assist- the greatest love to us, they also have dem- championship title. In October of that same ing in the day-to-day operations of the school. onstrated a quality of character that should in- year, the fight considered to be his most an- Mr. Rodgers has gone above and beyond in spire us all. ticipated and promoted of his career, was the serving the interests of the students wherever How can we show them the same kind of ‘‘rumble in the jungle’’ against a younger and he has taught. He founded the swim team at commitment? By treating current service per- vibrant George Foreman. The fight took place Northside High School, led the Curriculum sonnel well on the battlefield, making sure in Kinshasa, Zaire, and there were many who Team, was a teacher-mentor for the Golden they have the equipment needed to get the doubted that Ali would emerge the victor. In job done well. We must make every benefit of Teachers program, coordinated staff develop- ment opportunities for five area schools, and this fight, Ali introduced what he called the technology and the full wealth of our Nation ‘‘rope-a-dope,’’ which he used to tire Foreman available to our military to ensure our soldiers, was a member of the leadership team at both Northside High and Westinghouse Academy. and eventually sustain his position as the No. sailors, air personnel and Marines have what 1 heavyweight champion of the world. they need to do their jobs. In addition to coaching the swim team at We need to treat them well when they re- Northside, he is also affiliated with the Asso- In 1975, his third and final bout with Joe turn: We need to keep faith in providing them ciation for Supervision and Curriculum devel- Frazier, labeled the ‘‘the thrilla in Manila’’ by with the benefits they need to show our grati- opment, the National Science Teachers Asso- Ali, proved to be one of the toughest and tude for their sacrifice. ciation, the Friends of the Chicago River, the greatest fights of his career. Ali was victorious And we need to treat those they love well: National School Reform Faculty, the North once more. Sadly, in 1978, Ali lost the title to We need to care for the families of the fallen, River Commission, the American Chemical Leon Spinks. That same year, in a rematch their widows and orphaned children. Society, and National Public Radio. with Spinks, Ali won the championship title for The measure before us ‘‘encourages the Madam Speaker, I congratulate Barry Rod- the third time. In his final fight, ‘‘the drama in President to issue a proclamation calling upon gers on his appointment as Northside College Bahamas,’’ against Trevor Berbick in 1981, his employers, labor organizations, veterans’ serv- Preparatory High School’s new principal, and loss signaled the decline of the fighter’s reign, ice organizations, and Federal, State, and I thank him for his many outstanding contribu- and on December 12, 1981, Muhammad Ali local governmental agencies . . . to lend their tions in educating the young people of the said goodbye to boxing at the age of 39. support to increase employment of the men Fifth District of Illinois. His efforts have had a There were also reports of his deteriorating and women who have served in the Armed profound impact on the lives of his friends, health, and in 1982, the world knew that he Forces of the United States.’’ family, and countless other individuals. I wish was suffering from Parkinson’s disease. him the best of luck as he embarks on this The ability of our veterans to contribute is Ali remains a beloved and active public fig- new journey, and continued happiness in all not limited to their time in uniform. They are ure. He has enjoyed countless honors, such his future endeavors. also men and women with specialized skills as becoming No. 13 of the Forbes Celebrity and bring exceptional training to the market- f 100, receiving the Spirit of America Award place. Hiring a veteran is a sound economic HONORING MUHAMMAD ALI which named him the most recognized Amer- investment. ican in the world, named ‘‘Kentucky Athlete of Madam Speaker, that’s something all Ameri- the Century,’’ and lighting the flame at the cans can support, and I look forward to voting HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. 1996 Summer Olympics. In 2005, Ali received for H. Con. Resolution 5, ‘‘expressing support OF MICHIGAN the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and the for the designation and goals of ‘Hire a Vet- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES $60 million Muhammad Ali Center was opened eran Week’ and encouraging the President to Wednesday, January 31, 2007 in his honor in Louisville, KY. He is a United issue a proclamation supporting those goals,’’ Nations Messenger of Peace and the first when it comes before the House. Mr. CONYERS. Madam Speaker, I rise sportsman to receive an Otto Hahn Peace today to support House Resolution 58 in honor Medal. He is also the namesake of the Mu- f of Muhammad Ali—born Cassius Marcellus hammad Ali Boxing Reform Act. Clay, on the occasion of his 65th birthday. CONGRATULATING BARRY More than a superior in the boxing world, Ali PATRICK RODGERS, BS, M.ED. Internationally known as the ‘‘greatest of all time,’’ he single-handedly revolutionized the took a stand against injustice. He was a sport of boxing. champion of the civil rights movement, and an HON. RAHM EMANUEL Born on this day in 1942 in Louisville, KY, involved activist who used his power and fame OF ILLINOIS by the age of 18, Clay had already become to push noble social change. His refusal to fight in a war that he didn’t believe in made a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the 1960 light-heavyweight Olympic Gold Med- alist. It was then that he evolved into a profes- statement to not only the African-American Wednesday, January 31, 2007 sional fighter, and by 1963, he had won all 19 community, but to the world. Ali sacrificed box- Mr. EMANUEL. Madam Speaker, I rise of his first professional fights. The following ing, the one thing he loved the most, to stand today to congratulate Barry Rodgers on his year, 1964, Clay won the world heavyweight up for that which he believed. His practice of appointment as principal of Northside College title against Sonny Liston. Two days later, he Islam and civil disobedience propelled him to Preparatory High School in Chicago. The announced his acceptance of the teachings of larger than life status. Muhammad Ali has in- Northside school council voted unanimously to the Nation of Islam and changed his name to spired millions throughout the world. He has name Mr. Rodgers to a 4-year term as prin- Muhammad Ali shortly after. given people hope and proved that anyone cipal beginning on July 1, 2007, and they Ali defended his championship title nine can overcome insurmountable odds. He has chose an outstanding successor to James times between 1965 and 1967, more than given people courage and shown us all that Lalley, who is retiring on June 30, 2007. most heavyweight fighters in such a short pe- with spirit and determination, a simple person Mr. Rodgers received his B.S. in zoology riod. Citing his Islamic faith, Ali refused to can make a difference. There will never be an- from the University of Wisconsin at Madison in serve in the U.S. military during the war in other Muhammad Ali. 1990. He then went on to graduate from Na- Vietnam. As a result, his title was revoked, his So Madam Speaker, it is with great distinc- tional Louis University, in 1999, with a mas- fighting license was suspended, and he was tion that I stand here today to wish the champ, ter’s degree in education specializing in cur- sentenced to 5 years in prison for draft eva- the living legend, ‘‘The Greatest,’’ Muhammad riculum and instruction, and he has continued sion. He was barred from fighting from March Ali, a happy birthday.

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