E1270 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2019 His death was confirmed by friends, includ- through it was thoroughly acquainted with tive order that sets the parameters to the in- ing Marta Farion, a Ukrainian-American in the cases of the major human rights heroes telligence community . . . that resulted in Chicago who worked with Miller on the of the last decade of the U.S.S.R. When he the ban on assassinations by the U.S. intel- Mohyla Foundation of America, raising got to , he already had made com- ligence committee. He was sometimes criti- money to support the university with 5,000 mon cause with some—, cized as a romantic or idealist, but—as I students in Kyiv. Farion spoke to Miller’s Vyacheslav Chornovil, . Any- think the intelligence committee work wife, Suzanne Lisle Miller, and said that the one who’d done Soviet prison time for advo- shows—he also had a canniness to thinking ambassador died in his home ‘‘one minute cating human rights was a part of his ‘team.’ about where a threat to democracy could before noon’’ on Sept. 23, in the company of He was a fervent Jeffersonian democrat. He come from. and how to thwart it. I think their two sons, William and Christopher, and also worked very closely with Voldoymyr there was a hard practical streak in there grandchildren. ‘‘He was surrounded by his Horbulin (former secretary of the Ukrainian that often got overlooked.’’ leather-bound books, in front of the beau- National Security and Defense Council). es- According to a Eurasia Foundation biog- tiful garden that he and Suzanne cultivated pecially on denuclearization, and to the best raphy, Miller was educated at Williams Col- and loved all their lives, with the blooming of my knowledge respected him and appre- lege, Oxford, and Harvard. After leaving his flowers and many butterflies that bid him ciated him as a pragmatic strategic thinker Iran assignment in 1964, he returned to farewell,’’ Farion told the Kyiv Post. who cared about Ukrainian independence.’’ Washington, D.C., as a line officer for U.S. Miller’s tenure as ambassador coincided During Miller’s ambassadorial tenure, Secretary of State Dean Rusk. Miller then with momentous events under Ukraine’s Eppinger said, he took a keen interest in went to work in the U.S. Senate in 1967, first president, Leonid Kravchuk, who served people working on human rights and advo- where he served as foreign policy and defense from 1991–1994, and then Leonid Kuchma, cating freedom of speech, religion and the adviser to U.S. Senator John Sherman Coo- who ruled from 1994–2005. During Millers era, press. per, a Republican who served Kentucky. In Ukraine adopted a Constitution, launched ‘‘He was just really interested in the 1981 the U.S. Senate passed a special resolu- the national currency, the hryvnia, and project of independent Ukraine and really in- tion commending Miller ‘‘for exceptional signed the Budapest Memorandum in which terested in Ukrainians,’’ said Eppinger, a contributions and for his dedication, loyalty, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United professor at St. Louis University School of integrity, and service.’’ Miller was associate States offered security assurances to Law and director of its Center for Inter- dean and professor of international politics Ukraine for surrendering its Soviet-era nu- national and Comparative Law. He’d meet at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplo- clear arsenal. with anybody practically who wanted to macy at Tufts University in Massachusetts The agreement now is derided by many in meet with him.’’ She said Miller was also in- from 1981 to 1983. Ukraine as a worthless piece of paper, con- terested in archaeology and remembers him In 1986, Miller returned to Washington as sidering Russia’s dismemberment of stopping frequently to visit the excavation president of the American Committee on Ukraine—including seizing and parts site of what is now the rebuilt Mikhailovsky U.S.-Soviet Relations, traveling frequently of the eastern Donbas—as the Kremlin pros- Cathedral in Kyiv. ‘‘All the archaeologists at to the U.S.S.R. and living in Moscow from ecutes a war in its sixth year that has killed the site knew him.’’ she said. 1988 to 1993. 13,000 people. His term also witnessed Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Wil- In retirement years, Miller was a senior Ukrainian lawlessness and the rise of the oli- liam Green Miller delivers remarks at the policy scholar at the Woodrow Wilson Inter- garchy, which still plagues the nation today. observance of the 60th anniversary of the national Center for Scholars in Washington, But his friends say that Miller always ’s Ukrainian Service on D.C., a member of the Council on Foreign found the beauty in Ukraine, despite its Dec. 11, 2009, at VOA headquarters in Wash- Relations, the International Institute of hardships. Farion described Miller as ‘‘a ington, D.C. Strategic Studies and the Middle East Insti- writer and poet, a Renaissance man in every Farion said that she traveled with him and tute. He was also co-chairman of the Kyiv respect and Suzanne was his muse, his ad- a team of archaeology students ‘‘to the mag- Mohyla Foundation of America and a direc- viser, and his protector to the very end. They nificent Chersonesus in Crimea. He promoted tor of the Foundation as loved Ukraine since the days when he was the site to be protected by UNESCO. The oc- well as a consultant for the John D. and ambassador there. To the end, he wanted to cupation of Crimea by Russia stung him per- Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. know what is taking place in Ukraine.’’ She sonally, not only because of the loss of the Farion said a service is being said that ‘‘Bill and Suzanne were responsible strategic territory but because he realized planned at the National Cathedral in Wash- for the establishment and renovation of the that Russian authorities would raid the ar- ington, D.C., on Oct. 12 or 13, but that ar- historic building in the Podil neighborhood chaeological site. He was deeply concerned rangements are still being finalized. that became the residence of the American for the fate of the after Rus- f ambassador, and they paid special attention sia’s invasion and occupation.’’ to the garden, restoring the original plants, Eppinger called him a big fan of ballet, es- IN RECOGNITION OF THE ARAB trees, and flowers that were cultivated there pecially Swan Lake. ‘‘He also loved the Phil- AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS LEAGUE when the building was first built. They paid harmonic and actively supported the reha- attention to the historical artifacts that bilitation of the Philharmonic building near were recovered while rebuilding the resi- the Friendship Arch’’ on the right bank of HON. DEBBIE DINGELL dence, and they hosted many Ukrainian art- the River in central Kyiv. She said he OF MICHIGAN ists, historians, musicians, and writers even vacationed in Ukraine, taking driving IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES there.’’ tours to explore ancient wooden churches of Friday, October 11, 2019 Said Farion: ‘‘Bill embraced his role as the Carpathian Mountains in western chairman of the board of the Kyiv Mohyla Ukraine. ‘‘He just loved Ukraine and his in- Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise Foundation with all his vigor and believed in terest in Ukraine and support for Ukraine today to recognize the Arab American Civil the power of education and the role of Kyiv- knew no bounds.’’ she said. Eppinger recalled Rights League. Their meaningful work Mohyla Academy in building Ukraine as a his experiment in taking up the Ukrainian throughout Michigan is worthy of commenda- democratic country, where rule of law and tradition of beekeeping. He installed bee- human rights were priorities. He was hon- tion. hives in the backyard of the ambassador’s Founded in 2011, the Arab American Civil ored by Kyiv-Mohyla Academy with an hon- residence. At a traditional Fourth of July re- orary doctorate and spoke on the stage of ception, she recalled that a colleague with Rights League (ACRL) is a non-profit organi- the university to students on many occa- the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs zation dedicated to protecting the civil rights sions. He inspired me to push forward, to ‘‘got stung right on the nose’’ by a bee. and liberties of the Arab-American community. never give up, to stand up for the truth. He Miller joined the Foreign Service in 1959 Through education and advocacy, the Dear- was my mentor in many respects and taught and served a five-year assignment in Iran, born-based organization is committed to build- me not to be afraid. He loved the principles where he immersed himself in Persian cul- ing inter-community coalitions that promote co- upon which the United States was estab- ture. Farion said he never lost interest in operation, broaden the understanding of the lished and he truly believed in those prin- Iran. ‘‘He was instrumental in many infor- ciples. He was an admirer of Thomas Jeffer- mal talks between the US and Iran, trying to Arab-American community, and dispel nega- son. He was a scholar. He left a book of po- find peace,’’ she said. tive stereotypes associated with Arab-Ameri- etry and many writings. I will miss him and After his Iran assignment, Eppinger said cans. With a mission to protect the civil rights his guidance.’’ he returned to Washington, D.C., and quit of all ethnic minorities, the ACRL aspires to be Monica Eppinger served as the second sec- the Foreign Service over the Vietnam War a driving force that will propel America for- retary to Miller in the U.S. Embassy in and got a job as a staff director of the U.S. ward, effecting meaningful and lasting change Ukraine and recalled her work with him as Senate Intelligence Committee. throughout the entire nation. ‘‘the best time.’’ To the end, she said ‘‘he ‘‘He was part of the team that put together wanted to be a good friend of Ukraine.’’ ‘‘I the hearings on the U.S. intelligence services The ACRL’s 8th Annual Fight for Justice was part of that small early team during attempted assassinations in the post-World Gala exemplifies the organization’s continued Ambassador Millers tenure in Ukraine. He War II/Cold War era,’’ Eppinger said. ‘‘It was commitment to supporting the Michigan Arab- had headed the Washington side of a late’ thanks to those hearings and the report that American community. Every year, the gala Soviet human rights organization, and resulted that got a revision to the execu- brings countless elected officials, civil rights

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She began as I am proud to be part of a community that is a receptionist before working her way up to a Friday, October 11, 2019 so dedicated to promoting equality and justice secretary and then a paralegal, after attending Mr. MARCHANT. Madam Speaker, I rise for all. Marycrest College in Davenport, Iowa. From today to congratulate Love Thy Baby on twen- Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join 1999 to 2006, Ms. Fisher worked for the U.S. ty years of exemplary service to newborns and me in honoring the Arab American Civil Rights Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Com- their families in North Texas. League. Their efforts to defend the constitu- mand (TACOM) in Rock Island, while pursuing Love Thy Baby is a Dallas-area, non-profit tional rights of Arab-Americans and unite the a bachelor’s degree in business administration organization that provides support to families country are much appreciated. We are grateful from St. Ambrose University. After leaving of newborns experiencing an economic or for the impact the ACRL has made—and con- TACOM, she moved to her office in the AMC health crisis. By supplying blankets, quilts and tinues to make—on our vibrant and diverse Legal Center, where she has worked for the clothing to families in need, Love Thy Baby community. past 31 years. Her award is well warranted. helps to ensure a standard of comfort and f Ms. Fisher is responsible for ensuring the as- warmth for infants in our communities. The or- COMMEMORATING THE sembly of agency reports and administrative ganization also coordinates monthly deliveries GROUNDBREAKING OF FORT records for federal court—confirming they are to healthcare facilities such as Parkland Hos- STREET BRIDGE PARK accurately marked, indexed and uploaded and pital in Dallas, John Peter Smith Hospital in transmitted in a timely manner. Her vast Fort Worth, and PediPlace Pediatric Clinics, HON. RASHIDA TLAIB knowledge of law and wide range of experi- among others. OF MICHIGAN ence allow her to process and track numerous On October 11, 1999, Patricia Clay-Jolly IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cases at the same time. I commend Ms. Fish- created the Dallas Chapter of Newborns in er for winning this prestigious award and thank Need upon identifying a demand for warm Friday, October 11, 2019 her for her service to the Rock Island Arsenal. blankets, clothing, and other essentials for Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, I rise today in It is because of community leaders such as newborn babies at Parkland Hospital. The or- honor of the groundbreaking of Fort Street Gail Fisher that I am especially proud to serve ganization would go on to provide tens of Bridge Park in Detroit, Michigan. Illinois’ 17th Congressional District. Madam thousands of items to newborns and their fam- Thanks to the hard work and advocacy of Speaker, I would like to again formally con- ilies. In January 2015, Newborns in Need inte- community members, today we break ground gratulate Gail Fisher for winning the pres- grated into the organization, Love Thy Neigh- to build the Fort Street Bridge Park. This park tigious AMC Paralegal of the Year Award. bor, ultimately changing its name to ‘Love Thy is the culmination of the efforts of environ- Baby’. mental activists, historians, and dedicated f Today, Love Thy Baby has 120 active vol- neighbors who all fought for a vision of a unteers and provides over 40,000 new items beautiful community green space for all to HONORING DELL-CAM FARMS AS every year. Furthermore, Love Thy Baby do- enjoy. THE 2019 SOUTHEAST DISTRICT nates over 10,000 gently used items to other Fort Street Bridge Park will be a jewel of our OF ARKANSAS FARM FAMILY OF area nonprofits including Hope 4 Refugees, community, a green oasis amongst the heavy THE YEAR Sharing Life, Nexus, Family Place, and White industry that lines this section of the Rouge Rock Center of Hope. River. It will connect us to the water that has Madam Speaker, Love Thy Baby’s incred- been the lifeblood of our region, a constant re- HON. BRUCE WESTERMAN ible contributions to the newborn children of minder of our past and our future. The Park OF ARKANSAS North Texas has had an immeasurable impact will commemorate the 1932 Ford Hunger IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on the lives of so many North Texas families. March, where brave workers stood up to Ford, demanded economic justice and fair working Friday, October 11, 2019 Such an accomplishment should not go with- conditions, and the police responded with gun- out recognition and I ask all my distinguished Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise fire, killing four people and played a key role colleagues to join me in thanking Love Thy in ushering in the unionization of the auto in- today to congratulate the Goldmon family of Baby for their twenty years of service. Jefferson County, Arkansas who have been dustry. f This Park will not only be dedicated to con- selected as Arkansas Farm Bureau’s 2019 servation and education, but will also serve as Farm Family of the Year for the Southeast COMMEMORATION OF THE PRO- a reminder of the fragility of our natural re- District. MOTION OF FELIX GARCIA III TO sources and public health if we do not do The Goldmon family owns and operates NATIONAL COMMANDER OF THE what’s necessary to protect them. The Park Dell-Cam Farms, which features 1,400 acres MILITARY ORDER OF THE PUR- will occupy a significant space in history and of corn, rice, and soybeans in the heart of Ar- PLE HEART community, especially as it honors the late kansas’ Fourth District. Dewayne and Debra Congressman John Dingell and his legacy of Goldmon, and their two children Camille and HON. PETE OLSON Dewayne Jr. have been actively engaged in environmental advocacy, which is so inter- OF TEXAS twined with the Rouge River. production agriculture for over 22 years. After IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Please join me in rising in tribute to Fort touring their farmland, I was impressed by the Street Bridge Park. Goldmon family’s dedication to agriculture, Friday, October 11, 2019 f family values, and quality products. Mr. OLSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today In addition to being recognized as the Farm RECOGNIZING GAIL FISHER FOR to commemorate the election of Felix Garcia Ill Family of the Year for the Southeast District, WINNING THE U.S. ARMY MATE- as National Commander of the Military Order Dell-Cam Farms has served as a model for RIEL COMMAND PARALEGAL OF of the Purple Heart (MOPH). agricultural innovation for producers through- THE YEAR AWARD Serving in the Marine Corps, Felix was de- out the United States. The title of Farm Family ployed to Iraq in August and November 2004 of the Year serves to illustrate the Goldmon as part of the 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Divi- HON. CHERI BUSTOS family’s pursuit of effective and efficient farm- sion. While in Fallujah and Al Karmah, he was OF ILLINOIS ing technologies and practices. injured during search and destroy missions in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I take this time to congratulate the Operations Iraq Freedom II and Phantom Friday, October 11, 2019 Goldmons on this tremendous honor and Fury. Mrs. BUSTOS. Madam Speaker, I rise today thank them for their commitment to wise land For his valiant service and sacrifice defend- to recognize Gail Fisher for winning the U.S. stewardship. ing our great nation, Felix was awarded three

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