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EXTENDING COUNTERTERRORISM Whereas, this remarkable and tenacious have the right to pass its own laws and spend AUTHORITIES man of God and this phenomenal and virtuous its own local-taxpayer raised funds without Proverbs 31 woman have given hope to the congressional interference. SPEECH OF hopeless, fed the hungry and are beacons of I am certain most of you would resist federal HON. BETTY McCOLLUM light to those in need, they both have been interference in the local affairs of your cities blessed with two wonderful children, Ronald and counties. Whether it involves matters of OF MINNESOTA Ramsey, II and Christyn Ramsey both of health, safety or the education of children in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES whom are honor students that are now enjoy- your Districts—these are decisions best left to Tuesday, February 8, 2011 ing college life; and the people who must live or die with their Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I firmly be- Whereas, Ronald and Doris Ramsey are choices. lieve that we can fight terrorism and keep our distinguished citizens of our district, they are Who are we in this body to ram our beliefs communities safe without sacrificing the rights spiritual warriors, persons of compassion, fear- and ideology down the throats of others? I un- and liberties that generations of Americans less leaders and servants to all, but most of all derstand why my colleague Congresswoman have fought so hard to secure. H.R. 514 fails visionaries who have shared not only with ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON and the people of this critical test, and I will vote to oppose it. their family, but with our District their passion the District of Columbia are angry and upset. Without a single hearing, committee vote, or to improve the lives of others; and I urge you to let the people of the District of even the opportunity to offer amendments, this Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Columbia decide what to do with their tax dol- legislation extends provisions that give the Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this lars. Federal Government sweeping authority to spy day to honor and recognize Ronald and Doris If liberty and self-governance is available for on U.S. citizens. One such provision allows Ramsey as they celebrate their Silver Anniver- some Americans, then it should be given to all the government to obtain ‘‘any tangible thing’’ sary, twenty-five (25) years in marital bliss; Americans. in its anti-terrorism investigation—including li- Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- f brary or bookstore records—regardless of its SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim May 10, 2010 and CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF MRS. relevance to the case. Another provision al- May 29, 2010 as Ronald and Doris Ramsey BERNICE CLEVELAND lows federal law enforcement to obtain wire- Day in the 4th Congressional District. taps without being required to identify the per- Proclaimed, This 10th day of May, 2010. son, building, or business being spied upon to f HON. RODNEY ALEXANDER a secret court. During the Bush Administration, OF LOUISIANA PERSONAL EXPLANATION the Justice Department used this authority to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES illegally wiretap American citizens. Evidence of Thursday, February 10, 2011 past abuses demand that the Patriot Act be HON. SCOTT GARRETT reformed with stricter oversight and better OF NEW JERSEY Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today safeguards to ensure security does not come IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in celebration of the life and achievements of Mrs. Bernice Cleveland, who passed away on at the cost of our Constitutional freedoms. Thursday, February 10, 2011 The threat of terrorism is real and per- January 6, 2011 in Minden, La. sistent. My first priority as a Member of Con- Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. Mrs. Cleveland was a passionate humani- gress is to keep America safe. Be assured I 26, due to an unexpected family health emer- tarian who dedicated 40 years of service to will continue working with President Obama gency, I was unable to make rollcall No. 26. children and families in the Boyce and Lena and my colleagues in Congress to ensure that Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ areas. For decades, she worked for the Lou- all levels of law enforcement have the tools f isiana Head Start Program through the Bo and flexibility they require. Peep Head Start Center in Boyce, La., teach- STATEMENT SUPPORTING SELF- f ing the pre-school age group. Her daughter, GOVERNMENT FOR THE DIS- Sheila Joyce Bryant, says ‘‘She had a passion HONORING RONALD AND DORIS TRICT OF COLUMBIA for children and believed you must have pa- RAMSEY tience in dealing with the little ones.’’ HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS For her devotion to Head Start, Mrs. Cleve- HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. OF NEW YORK land received numerous awards and acco- OF GEORGIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lades, such as Excellence in Teaching, Excel- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lence in Attendance, and in August of 2005, Thursday, February 10, 2011 she was recognized with the 40 Years of Thursday, February 10, 2011 Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I stand before Service Award by the Cenla Community Ac- Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I you today to voice my unequivocal support of tion Committee, Inc.—Louisiana Head Start submit the following: the right of the 600,000 residents of the Dis- Program. Whereas, Ronald and Doris Ramsey are trict of Columbia to be self-governed. There is Mrs. Cleveland had two brothers, Joseph celebrating twenty-five years (25) in marriage no reason on Earth that these American citi- Jones, Jr. and Nathaniel Jones, Sr., and one today in Lithonia, Georgia; and zens must take orders from the federal gov- sister, Miss Etta Mae Jones, who preceded Whereas, on May 10, 1985 because of their ernment on how best to use locally-collected her in death. She leaves behind her adoring union then, our community today has been tax dollars. The federal government already husband, James ‘‘Ted’’ Floyd Cleveland, her blessed with a family that has enhanced our dictates to them how they must use their fed- loving daughter, Sheila, and two grand- district with a stellar academy for educating eral taxes. Now this body wants to deny them daughters, Rachel Joyce Bryant and Bath- our youth, Kingdom Kare Academy which was the freedom to decide what to do with their sheba Felice Bryant. co-founded by Ronald and Doris Ramsey, local taxes. Upon her marriage in 1953, Mrs. Cleveland wherein Doris Ramsey has utilized her back- We have heard a lot of talk in recent days joined her mother-in-law, the late Cora Bea- ground in business and education to keep the about how much we as Americans cherish our trice Cleveland, and united with Good Hope academy moving forward and Ronald Ramsey freedom and liberty. Yet, there are those Missionary Baptist Church where she faithfully has given of himself as an attorney, judge and among us who believe that freedom and lib- served for 50 years. In May 2009, she re- as a legislator in the Georgia Senate, they erty ends for residents of the District of Co- ceived a Christian Service Award by the Lou- both are instruments in our community that lumbia when they make decisions contrary to isiana Baptist State Convention, and since uplifts the spiritual, physical, economic and their wishes and beliefs. The District of Colum- 1956, she has been a member of the Queen mental welfare of our citizens; and bia, like any other local jurisdiction, should Esther Household of Ruth, No. 2853. She was

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Feb 11, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10FE8.001 E10FEPT1 smartinez on DSKB9S0YB1PROD with REMARKS E190 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 10, 2011 also heavily involved in the church, singing in This year the National Guard will mark its HONORING PRESIDENT RONALD the sanctuary choir, teaching Sunday and va- 375th birthday. Formed as colonial militias, the WILSON REAGAN cation bible schools and working with the new colonies in North America depended youth department. upon the Guard to protect fellow citizens from SPEECH OF Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Indian attack, foreign invaders, and later to HON. MARY BONO MACK in paying tribute to the late Mrs. Bernice help achieve our independence. Recognizing OF CALIFORNIA Cleveland. Her altruistic nature and selfless the militia’s role for the newly formed United IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dedication warrant this laudable recognition. States, the Framers of the Constitution em- For her unyielding efforts to help others, Mrs. powered Congress to provide for training and Wednesday, February 9, 2011 Cleveland leaves this world a better place. equipping the militias. Mrs. BONO MACK. Mr. Speaker I rise today f Since the Guard’s founding and through an to celebrate the life of President Ronald historic journey of ‘‘call outs’’ and stand out Reagan. GUARDIANS OF FREEDOM ACT OF missions—from the bayou communities rav- This week, the nation remembers the late 2011 aged by Hurricane Katrina to the frontiers of President Ronald Reagan as a remarkable freedom during the Cold War—our National President, beloved entertainer and, most im- HON. NICK J. RAHALL II Guard has seen its Federal mission change. portantly, a great American. President Reagan OF WEST VIRGINIA Our National Guard has a duty and commit- saw America as a beacon of hope and free- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment to the citizens and communities of the dom. His strong leadership guided our nation Thursday, February 10, 2011 States in which these soldiers call ‘‘family’’ through a challenging and difficult chapter in and ‘‘home.’’ It is a military service tradition America’s history. He helped restore the hope Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise on that has been challenged by long-term and that inspired the people to once again believe behalf of all of West Virginia’s National Guard multiple deployments to front lines in two ac- in themselves and carry on to achieve what and proudly introduce the Guardians of Free- tive theaters, and in support of missions in all was once thought the unachievable. dom Act of 2011—a bill to elevate the Chief of corners of the globe as directed by our Na- One of my greatest thrills was welcoming the National Guard Bureau to a position on tion’s Commander in Chief. President Reagan to our desert community the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Therefore, it is not only our duty, it is an ab- when I served as First Lady of Palm Springs. The National Guard is one of our Nation’s solute necessity, that Congress take action to Considered one of the nation’s best Presi- longest standing institutions, empowered by elevate the Chief of the National Guard Bu- dents, I saw firsthand his love of country and Congress and providing to the States a highly reau to a position on the Joint Chiefs of Staff his ability to connect with people. trained and well equipped force to protect life to serve as an advocate and liaison for the Revered for his leadership and tenacity, and property. National Guard of each State to inform of all Ronald Reagan relentlessly fought for freedom Over the course of its nearly four hundred actions that could affect their Federal or State throughout the world. A man of humble ori- year history, the National Guard has remained missions. gins, he became an iconic symbol for democ- a dual State-Federal force, providing security In a nation such as ours, it is a stunning re- racy and the American way of life as President on the home front and fighting threats to our ality that today we ask our brothers and sis- of the United States. Nation and our freedoms all over the globe. ters, husbands, and wives to serve around the I am thankful for President Reagan’s service Our National Guardsmen are true American globe to preserve democracy and promote to our nation and what he gave this country as patriots. Theirs is a proud story of tradition, freedom. But in our country, where every an entertainer and as a public servant. I ex- service, sacrifice, and uncommon acts of her- voice counts, our Nation’s active duty leader- tend my personal appreciation to First Lady oism. They make each of us so very proud. ship excludes the voice of the Chief of the Na- Nancy Reagan who supported her husband so Aristotle said, ‘‘Men acquire a particular tional Guard Bureau. steadfastly in his work and carries on his leg- quality by constantly acting a particular way Congress must ensure the National Guard acy today. . . . you become just, by performing just ac- has appropriate input during the planning and Thank you, Mr. Speaker, for this opportunity tions . . . brave by performing brave actions.’’ budgetary process within the Department of to honor this great American. The American people owe an enormous Defense, and end the challenge to live with f debt of gratitude to our nearly 500,000 men ‘‘after-the-fact’’ process, as is now the case. and women members of the National Guard in As a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, HONORING THE LIFE OF PRIVATE service to these great United States. These the Chief of the National Guard Bureau would FIRST CLASS ZACHARY SALMON extraordinary individuals maintain the Guard’s have responsibility and authority to advocate multi-mission role—providing nearly 33 per- and coordinate the Guard’s warfighting sup- HON. GEOFF DAVIS cent of America’s combat power globally. Yet, port and force provider mission with its home- OF KENTUCKY simultaneously and with great skill, from ap- land security and support missions to ensure IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES proximately 3,400 community-based armories the Guard has the resources to perform its they serve their fellow citizens in defense of multiple missions and fulfill its Constitutional Thursday, February 10, 2011 our homeland, and in support to States and role to our States. Mr. DAVIS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, on local civil authorities and emergency response Mr. Speaker, from the battlefield to the January 12, 2011, Private First Class Zachary needs. home fields, our National Guard—America’s Salmon died from his injuries after sustaining West Virginians volunteer for the National patriots—exemplifies sacrifice and commit- small arms fire in Kunar Province, Afghani- Guard at nearly double the national rate. The ment to duty. stan. West Virginia National Guard has 38 units and Now more than ever, this Nation is relying Salmon enlisted in the Army in March 2010 activities stationed in 22 counties throughout upon the Guard to wage combat on foreign and was assigned to the 32nd Cavalry Regi- West Virginia, and currently has units de- soil, straining our resources here on the home ment, 101st Airborne Division, stationed at ployed in military operations around the world. front to respond to domestic disasters and the Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, for 35 years I have been privi- Guard’s traditional duties. The training, equip- A devoted family member and father, Salm- leged to represent the people of southern ping, and deployment of the Guard, and their on grew up in Harrison, Ohio. He was a 2008 West Virginia, and it is with humble sincerity I budget, ought to be matters decided with input graduate of Pigeon Forge High School in Ten- say, our West Virginia National Guard is a from the National Guard Chief at the highest nessee and most recently lived in Hebron, model example of a commitment to excel- levels of the military echelon. Now more than Kentucky before joining the Army. lence, and professional dedication to Amer- ever, the Guard needs a seat at the head His awards and decorations include the Na- ica’s defense. table. tional Defense Service Medal, the Global War From the home front to the front lines, we I urge my colleagues to support the Guard- on Terrorism Medal, the Army Service Ribbon call upon our National Guard to fulfill missions ians for Freedom Act of 2011. We have a re- and the Combat Action Badge. of public safety and security on and between sponsibility to respectfully and gratefully fulfill He leaves behind his three-year-old son our borders here at home, and send them to our duty to support the original intent of our Noah; his mother, Sonya Christian and step- foreign lands to combat terrorism abroad. Constitution for each State to maintain an or- father, who live in Hebron; his father, Steven They are among the first called to aid in a do- ganized militia with integrity, and effectively Salmon, of Hamilton, OH; a brother, Steven mestic disaster and have oftentimes been the support and acknowledge the great sacrifice Salmon of Hamilton; and two sisters, Kelsi last to leave a battlefield. so many willingly make for all of us. Salmon and Katrin Maurer.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Feb 11, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K10FE8.002 E10FEPT1 smartinez on DSKB9S0YB1PROD with REMARKS February 10, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E191 Pfc. Salmon, who served as a cavalry scout, Wurster Wheeler; sister, Ruby Wheeler Noe; church’s congregation continued to grow, and joined the Army because he wanted to better granddaughters, Lainey Peach Branham, in 1971, Bishop Munsey moved the church to himself and to make his son proud. By giving Tamera Nicole Branham and Abbey Peach. nearby Griffith, Indiana. It was at this time that his life for the freedom of others, we are re- To say that Mrs. Peach left her fingerprint the church was renamed Family Christian minded of the great price at which our free- on the world is an understatement. She was a Center. Bishop Munsey’s family has always dom is preserved. friend to many, and deemed a gracious and been very active and dedicated to the We are all deeply indebted to the service compassionate person by all who had the Bishop’s aspirations for the church, and in and sacrifice of Private First Class Zachary good blessing to know her. 1985, Pastor Steve Munsey, Frank’s son, took Salmon, and our thoughts and prayers are ex- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me over leadership of the Family Christian Center. tended to his family and friends as we cele- in paying tribute to the late Mrs. June Wheeler In addition to his son, Steve; Bishop Munsey’s brate his life and accomplishments. Peach. Her altruistic nature and selfless dedi- daughter-in-law, Melody; grandson, Kent; and f cation warrant this laudable recognition. Kent’s wife, Alli, serve as Pastors for the f church. Due to its continued, tremendous HONORING THE LIFE OF JUNE growth, in 1999, the church moved to its cur- WHEELER PEACH HALEY WHATLEY OF NORTH RICH- rent location in Munster. Today, because of LAND HILLS SELECTED AS PRU- Bishop Frank Munsey’s commitment, loyalty, HON. RODNEY ALEXANDER DENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY and spiritual guidance, as well as the contin- OF LOUISIANA AWARDS DISTINGUISHED FINAL- ued leadership and dedication of his son, Pas- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IST tor Steve Munsey, and family, the Family Christian Center has an astounding following Thursday, February 10, 2011 HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS of more than 30,000 parishioners. Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today OF TEXAS In addition to founding and building the to honor the life and achievements of Mrs. Family Christian Center, Bishop Munsey’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June Wheeler Peach, who passed away at her passion for missionary work was a significant home on January 31 at the age of 72. Thursday, February 10, 2011 part of his life. In 1985, he and Ruth became Mrs. Peach was a renowned community ac- Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in missionaries in Latin America. After seven tivist and passionate humanitarian who dedi- recognition of our youth who demonstrate years of traveling missionary work, they estab- cated her time to countless organizations and enormous capacity for service. In particular, I lished a Christian school in Bulgaria. In 1992, charities. For much of her adult life, Mrs. would like to commend the selflessness of the American English Academy opened in the Peach was active in the operation and financ- Haley Whatley of North Richland Hills, Texas. city of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Today, ing of nursing homes as well as devoting her Ms. Whatley has been selected as a Distin- there are 175 students from 31 countries who energy to care for the elderly. For the past 34 guished Finalist in the 16th annual Prudential attend this school. years, she served on the Board of the Lou- Spirit of Community Awards which recognizes Bishop Frank Munsey is survived by his isiana Nursing Home Association—working on top youth volunteers throughout the nation. wife, four children, nine grandchildren and almost every committee and in every role pos- She was awarded this distinction out of 29,000 nine great-grandchildren. He has been called, sible. At the time of her passing, she served other applicants. ‘‘an amazing man of God’’ and ‘‘a gentleman on the Executive Committee and as Secretary Ms. Whatley was only 5 years old when she . . . who walked the walk’’ by parishioners. of the LNHA, a position she held for the last began a stuffed animal drive for pediatric pa- Bishop Munsey will be remembered for his 32 years. tients at Cook Children’s Medical Center. Her truly outstanding contributions to his commu- In addition, Mrs. Peach was involved in toy drive has distributed over 20,000 stuffed nity and throughout the world. other community outreach efforts including: animals over the past 11 years and a charity Mr. Speaker, I respectfully ask that you and the Governor’s Commission on HIV/Aids, the Celebrity Waiter Dinner allowed her to raise my other distinguished colleagues join me in Department of Health and Hospitals Advisory $5,300 for the hospital’s Pastoral Care Depart- honoring Bishop Frank Munsey for his devo- Committee on Medicaid, Alexandria Town Talk ment. tion to the numerous people whose lives he Advisory Board, Vo-Technical College, Salva- The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards touched. His unselfish and lifelong dedication tion Army, Little Theatre’s Sheltered Work- recognizes young people who are making a to the church, his family, friends, parishioners, shop, Food Bank of CenLa, Central Louisiana positive difference in their community, and in- and those he served through his missionary Coalition to Prevent Homelessness, Retired spire other young people to follow their exam- work is worthy of the highest commendation. Senior Volunteer Program, Cabrini Founda- ple. Ms. Whatley has gone above and beyond His legacy will serve as an inspiration to all in tion, Rapides Primary Health Care, Region 6 these expectations and it is my honor to rec- the spiritual community, and he will remain an Health Care Consortium, Central Louisiana ognize her and represent her in Congress. inspiration to the people of Northwest Indiana and beyond. Health Care Ethics Coalition, Regional Special f Olympics, Central Louisiana Community Foun- f dation, YWCA, Alzheimer’s Association and REMEMBERING BISHOP FRANK MUNSEY A TRIBUTE TO RETIREMENT Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Canter- HOUSING FOUNDATION ON THE bury House. OCCASION OF THE NON-PROFIT Mrs. Peach was also heavily affiliated with HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY ORGANIZATION’S 50TH ANNIVER- Friendship House, a nonprofit day-care facility OF INDIANA SARY OF PROVIDING QUALITY for adults who can no longer care for them- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO selves, as well as an active member of her Thursday, February 10, 2011 THE COUNTRY’S ELDERLY, LOW beloved place of worship, Horseshoe Drive INCOME FAMILIES, AND PEOPLE United Methodist Church. Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with WITH DISABILITIES For her unyielding efforts to help others, deep sadness and the utmost respect that I Mrs. Peach earned countless professional and take this time to remember a dear friend and civic awards, and even had the mayor declare one of Indiana’s most distinguished citizens, HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD OF CALIFORNIA October 10, 2008 ‘‘June Peach Day.’’ Bishop Frank Munsey, founder of Family IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Beyond her humanitarian and professional Christian Center in Munster, Indiana. On Sat- contributions, Mrs. Peach was a caring wife, urday, February 5, 2011, Bishop Frank Mun- Thursday, February 10, 2011 mother and grandmother. She was preceded sey passed away at the age of 80. Known for Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise in death by her husband, John Hill Peach III; his commitment to the church and his mis- today to recognize Retirement Housing Foun- parents, Henry Paul and Myrtle Wurster sionary work, Bishop Munsey will surely be dation—also known as RHF—on the occasion Wheeler; brothers, Jack Glen Wheeler, Harvey missed by his family, friends, parishioners, of the organization’s 50th anniversary of pro- March Wheeler and Henry Paul Wheeler; and and the many people whose lives he influ- viding quality and affordable housing and serv- sister, Alice Wheeler Newkirk. She leaves be- enced. ices to more than 17,000 seniors, low-income hind her sons, John Henry Peach and Tom Bishop Frank Munsey and his wife, Ruth, families and people with disabilities. Glen Peach and wife, Jennifer; daughters, founded their church in 1953. Initially, the With a strong mission to provide dignified, Tammy Peach Lee and husband, John; and church was named Evangelistic Temple and affordable housing and services for the elder- Cindy Peach Branham; brother, Johnny was located in Hammond, Indiana. The ly, RHF is one of the nation’s largest non-profit

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES which began with a $7,000 grant, today oper- Thursday, February 10, 2011 ates 161 communities in 25 states throughout f the United States, the District of Columbia, Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, as Con- Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. While MR. AND MRS. LEO MILLS 58TH gress prepares to consider a draconian con- these communities are comprised of mostly WEDDING ANNIVERSARY REC- tinuing resolution next week that will include apartments, RHF also provides senior housing OGNITION painful cuts to important programs, I’m with assisted living units and skilled nursing pleased to announce legislation that will save beds. HON. TOM MARINO American taxpayers almost $40 billion over A total of four RHF communities are located the next 5 years. OF PENNSYLVANIA within the 34th District. The Rio Vista Village Right now, Americans are subsidizing some for low-income families is located in Boyle IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the largest and most profitable oil compa- Heights. RHF operates three communities for Thursday, February 10, 2011 nies in the world with their tax dollars. low-income seniors: Colonia Jess Lopez in This bill, the ‘‘End Big Oil Tax Subsidies Mr. MARINO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Boyle Heights, which is named after a strong Act,’’ would end 10 of the most egregious tax honor the 58th Wedding Anniversary of Mr. community activist and outspoken advocate of loopholes enjoyed by the oil industry—tax and Mrs. Leo Mills. older Americans whom I was proud to call a loopholes that have helped BP, Chevron, friend; Sangnok Villa in Westlake; and Ange- Esther Mills, born Esther Jean House, is the ConocoPhillips, ExxonMobil and Shell make a lus Plaza in Downtown Los Angeles. daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Raymond combined profit of nearly $1 trillion over the During my years in Congress, I have had House of Towanda, Pennsylvania. Silas Leo past decade. the privilege of working closely with RHF as a Mills is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lewis In the tax code, we currently subsidize oil member of the Advisory Council for Angelus Mills also of Towanda. Prior to their union in injection, extraction, exploration, drilling, man- Plaza—the nation’s largest affordable housing marriage, Esther attended Troy High School ufacturing, pricing, and inventory valuing, by community for seniors in the country. Angelus and Leo attended New Albany High School. creating price floors, offsetting foreign taxes, Plaza is the only facility of its kind in the coun- Leo entered the United States Army during the providing generous credits and deductions, of- try. Covering two city blocks and two postal Korean War and in September 1952, he was fering tax shelters, and allowing the valuation zip codes, it has nearly 1,100 apartments. An- honorably discharged after serving our country of inventories at deeply discounted prices. gelus Plaza is home to 1,300 independent for three years. The well-established and extremely profit- seniors whose average age is 82. The couple was then joined in marriage at able oil industry no longer needs the help of RHF prides itself on its culturally diverse 2:00 p.m. on February 1, 1953 at the American taxpayers. Their profit margins are programs and services offered to Angelus Pla- Monroeton Methodist Church. Reverend Glenn enough incentive for them to keep doing what za’s residents who speak more than 10 dif- Stewart performed the union and Mrs. Fay Ar- they’re doing. As former President George W. ferent languages. Angelus Plaza’s six-story nold provided the music for the ceremony, ‘‘I Bush said in 2005, ‘‘I will tell you with $55 oil senior center offers more than 100 monthly Love You Truly’’ and the ‘‘Bridal March.’’ The we don’t need incentives to the oil and gas classes and activities for seniors throughout sister of the bride, Mrs. Kenneth Bouse, companies to explore. There are plenty of in- the Greater Los Angeles Area. The complex served as the matron of honor, and Mr. Ken- centives.’’ also houses the Tom Bradley Senior Health neth Bouse served as the best man. The There are many better ways to spend $40 Center (operated by Good Samaritan Hospital) groom’s brother, Stanley Mills, and the billion. It could be used to deficit or stave off as well as a continuation high school operated groom’s cousin, Vern Perry Jr., served as ush- some of the most painful cuts proposed by my by the L.A. Unified School District and office ers for the ceremony. The Church was deco- Republican friends—such as LIHEAP funds, which help low-income Americans pay their space for more than 10 non-profit organiza- rated with white gladiolas and ferns and the utility bills so they can keep their heat on in tions and senior groups. reception was held right there in the basement the winter. In addition, RHF continues to partner with of the Church. local organizations and government agencies We could also redirect the subsidies in the Following their union, the couple spent their tax code to level the playing field for emerging to secure support and funding for affordable first year of marriage living in Buffalo, New housing throughout the country. RHF pre- technologies like wind and solar. This is where York while Leo worked at Western Electric. the jobs are: A University of Massachusetts serves properties within the HUD inventory by The couple then moved back to the Common- acquiring those properties in danger of becom- study found that investment in clean energy wealth of Pennsylvania and built their home creates anywhere from two to four times more ing market rate. on a farm in Sheshequin Township where they RHF also reinvests in its own properties to direct and indirect jobs compared to the same raised their six children: Marsha, Connie, Col- investment in oil and gas production. ensure that they remain viable affordable com- leen, Lewis, Silas, and Marlene. munities for decades to come. In the last five I hope my colleagues will join me in sup- Leo and Esther worked together to maintain years, RHF invested more than $95.9 million porting this important legislation. the farm and the couple raised veal calves as to rehabilitate and update existing commu- f well as dairy cows. In addition to maintaining nities. the farm, Leo worked for many years at Inger- HONORING WILLIAM FARMER RHF takes its role as an affordable housing WILSON advocate seriously. As a respected national soll Rand in Athens. Esther worked for a num- voice in this area, Dr. Laverne Joseph, RHF’s ber of years at JV Discount in Wysox and President and CEO, has testified before var- later, at Dupont in Towanda. HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. ious Congressional Committees about a vari- Both Leo and Esther are proud members of OF GEORGIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ety of affordable housing-related issues. the Towanda American Legion and its Auxil- Mr. Speaker, as the organization prepares iary and the Northeast Memorial VFW Post Thursday, February 10, 2011 to mark its 50-year milestone at a special Feb- 6824 and its Auxiliary. They remain very ac- Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I ruary 18 anniversary celebration at their an- tive in the community and participate in the submit the following: nual conference in Downtown Long Beach, I annual Veterans Appreciation Day Picnic. Whereas, one hundred years ago a tena- ask my colleagues to please join the Los An- Leo and Esther are much beloved by their cious man of God was born in Ringold, Vir- geles County community and me in recog- family that has grown now to include their six ginia, on November 25, 1910; and nizing the Retirement Housing Foundation for adult children as well as eleven grandchildren Whereas, Mr. William Farmer Wilson grad- its steadfast commitment to providing quality, and six great-grandchildren. uated from North Carolina State University safe and affordable housing and services for Mr. Speaker, Leo and Esther Mills are now with a B.S. in Agricultural Education; and America’s seniors, low-income families and married 58 years. I am proud to rise today in served as a Teacher, and Principal; and persons with disabilities. their honor and salute their commitment to Whereas, he served our country in World I also commend RHF’s Board Chair, Don one another, their growing family, their com- War II in the Air Force, Retiring as a Lt. Colo- King, its National Board of Directors, its Presi- munity, and our nation. nel, and received recognition and medals for

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He enjoyed painting the world around Whereas, Mr. Wilson along with his family BIRTHDAY RECOGNITION him, even as he energetically took part in it. and friends are celebrating this day, his 100th Allen was blessed with wondrous qualities, Birthday, we pause to acknowledge a man HON. TOM MARINO with which he blessed us in turn. His selfless- who is a cornerstone in our community in OF PENNSYLVANIA ness and uproarious sense of humor touched Conyers, Georgia, with his wife Ruth, his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES all who met him, and his honesty and incred- daughters and grandchildren; and Thursday, February 10, 2011 ible work ethic strengthened and sustained his Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the family and community. Few people exercise Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this Mr. MARINO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to their hands and their hearts like Allen did. No day to honor and recognize Mr. Wilson on his honor Mrs. Thelma Brotzman on the occasion doubt this was what enabled him to lead such birthday and to wish him well and recognize of her 90th birthday. a long, loving and healthy life. his outstanding service to the District and the Born Thelma Aileen Green on her family’s Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Nation; farm in Auburn Township in Susquehanna in honoring Allen Hughes’ full and vigorous life Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- County, Pennsylvania on February 3, 1921, and extending our sincere condolences to his SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim November 25, Mrs. Brotzman is the daughter of the late family. He is survived by his wife, Sue Har- 2010, as Mr. William Farmer Wilson Day in Bruce and Edna Green. Mrs. Brotzman began ness Hughes, and her daughters, Jamie and the 4th Congressional District. her education in a one-room schoolhouse in Joyce; his extraordinarily devoted son Rich Proclaimed, this 25th day of November, Beech Grove and graduated from Laceyville and Sandy; his grandchildren, Kate, Steve and 2010. High School in 1938. Kristina; and his great-grandchildren, Lauren, f On June 25, 1938, she married Mr. Elston Olivia and Lea. In a century of unprecedented INTRODUCTION OF THE DISTRICT S. Brotzman and in 1948, after Mr. Brotzman’s change, Allen was a constant, always there for OF COLUMBIA DISTRICT ATTOR- service to our nation as a member of the Army his family and friends, and the rock of his NEY ESTABLISHMENT ACT OF Air Corps in World War II, the couple settled community. I’m proud to pay tribute to his ex- 2011 in Silvara, Pennsylvania. traordinary time in this world. Mrs. Brotzman has been an active member HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON of her community. Since 1940 she has been f a member of the Silvara Ladies Aid Society OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HONORING PRESIDENT RONALD and for many years she was a member of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES WILSON REAGAN committee for the Oldest House in Laceyville, Thursday, February 10, 2011 a wonderfully preserved monument to our re- SPEECH OF Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, today, I intro- gion’s people and pioneer past that is re- duce the sixth in our series of bills, ‘‘Free and garded as the oldest frame house in four HON. FRANK R. WOLF Equal D.C.,’’ to give District of Columbia resi- counties. Mrs. Brotzman also planned events OF VIRGINIA dents the self-government and democracy en- for the Oldest House and served as a tour IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES joyed by other American citizens. The bill, the guide. Amongst her friends and family Mrs. Wednesday, February 9, 2011 District of Columbia District Attorney Establish- Brotzman is also known as a skilled gardener ment Act of 2011, would establish the Office and bird watcher and she is well known in her Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, last Sunday, Feb- of the District Attorney for the District of Co- community from her many years of work at ruary 6, marked the 100th year of Ronald lumbia, headed by a district attorney elected Tyler Memorial Hospital in Tunkhannock. Reagan’s birth. I’ve always admired President by D.C. residents, to prosecute the local crimi- Most importantly, Mrs. Brotzman is a proud Reagan, and as a Member elected in 1980 nal laws of the District, now handled by the parent, grandmother, and great-grandmother. when his name was at the top of the ticket, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, a She is the mother of six children; Tina, Ste- my coming to Congress was described by federal official. The bill effectuates a 2002 ad- phen, John, Julie, Jeffery, and Lee. Mrs. some as ‘‘riding Mr. Reagan’s coattails.’’ visory referendum, approved by 82 percent of Brotzman also adores her 13 grandchildren I have never considered that as a deroga- D.C. voters, on the creation of an office of the and 3 great-grandchildren. tory characterization. Just the opposite. I am district attorney, headed by a locally elected Mr. Speaker, it is a great honor for me to grateful that I was serving in Congress during district attorney. rise today to honor Mrs. Thelma Brotzman on his Presidency and had a close-up view of his There is no law enforcement issue of great- the occasion of her 90th birthday. I am proud incredible influence not only in America, but er importance to D.C. residents, or on which to have the opportunity to salute her commit- on the world stage, especially in the area of they have less say here, than the prosecution ment to her growing family, her community, human rights. of local crimes. A U.S. attorney has no busi- and our nation. As we reflect on Ronald Reagan’s life and Presidency, I want to share a Wall Street ness prosecuting the local criminal laws of a f jurisdiction, an anomaly from the past that is Journal column by Peggy Noonan, a Reagan out of place in 21st century home-rule D.C. A TRIBUTE IN HONOR OF THE speechwriter who observed that ‘‘being a good The goal of the legislation is to put the District LIFE OF ALLEN R. HUGHES man helped him become a great one.’’ of Columbia on par with every other local juris- [From the Wall Street Journal, Feb. 3, 2011] diction in attention to its local criminal laws. HON. ANNA G. ESHOO RONALD REAGAN AT 100 Under the bill, the locally. elected district attor- OF CALIFORNIA BEING A GOOD MAN HELPED HIM BECOME A ney would become the city’s chief legal officer. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES GREAT ONE The U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Thursday, February 10, 2011 (By Peggy Noonan) would continue to handle federal matters, like Simi Valley, Calif.—At the Ronald Reagan the other U.S. attorneys in our country. As Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Presidential Library, in the foothills of the presently constituted, the U.S. Attorney’s Of- honor the extraordinary life of Allen R. Santa Susana Mountain Range where old fice for the District of Columbia is the largest Hughes, who passed to his eternal life on De- Hollywood directors shot Westerns, they will in the country, only because it serves as the cember 6, 2010 at the age of 101. A caring mark Sunday’s centenary of Reagan’s birth local city prosecutor. The U.S. Attorney for the and committed family man, he blessed us with with events and speeches geared toward District of Columbia needs to be freed up to a century of steadfastness and sweetness. Monday’s opening of a rethought and ren- ovated museum aimed at making his presi- handle national security and other vital federal Like the bee colonies Allen kept, the dency more accessible to scholars and viv- cases, particularly in the post-9/11 nation’s Hughes house was always a hive of activity. idly available to the public. Fifty percent of capital. Children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, the artifacts, officials note, have never been Amending the District of Columbia Home cousins and close friends swarmed around shown before—essays and short stories Rule Act to create a local district attorney Allen, drawn to his good cheer. Allen was al- Reagan wrote in high school and college, the

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To vote for ON JANUARY 23RD, 2011 IN PORT Reagan have me pondering some things he Reagan was not only to take a chance on an ORCHARD, WASHINGTON was not. unusual man with an unusual biography, but He wasn’t, for instance, sentimental, also to break with New Deal-Great Society though he’s often thought of that way. His assumptions about the proper relationship HON. JAY INSLEE nature was marked by a characterological between the individual and the state. Ameri- OF WASHINGTON sweetness, and his impulse was to be kind cans did, in a landslide—but only after IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and generous. (His daughter Patti Davis cap- Jimmy Carter’s four years of shattering fail- tured this last week in a beautifully remem- Thursday, February 10, 2011 bered essay for Time.) But he wasn’t senti- ure. Mr. INSLEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mental about people and events, or about None of it was inevitable. The political les- speak to the tragic injury and loss of life that history. Underlying all was a deep and nat- son of Ronald Reagan’s life: Nothing is writ- occurred in Port Orchard, Washington on Sun- ural skepticism. That, in a way, is why he ten. day, January 23rd. was conservative. ‘‘If men were angels.’’ They are not, so we must limit the govern- He didn’t see himself as ‘‘the great commu- Responding to a call of a man with a gun, mental power they might wield. But his nicator.’’ It was so famous a moniker that he two Kitsap County Sheriff’s deputies were dis- skepticism didn’t leave him down. It left him could do nothing but graciously accept the patched to a local Wal-Mart. After making con- laughing at the human condition, and at compliment, but he well understood it was tact with the individual, the suspect sprinted himself. Jim Baker, his first and great chief bestowed in part by foes and in part to un- away and fired his gun at the deputies. During of staff, and his friend, remembered the dercut the seriousness of his philosophy: the encounter there was an exchange of fire, other day the atmosphere of merriness ‘‘It’s not what he says, it’s how he says it’’ resulting in the death of the armed man and around Reagan, the constant flow of humor. He answered in his farewell address: ‘‘I never But there was often a genial blackness to a young woman. In this exchange, both of the thought it was my style or the words I used it, a mordant edge. In a classic Reagan joke, Sheriff’s deputies sustained gunshot wounds a man says sympathetically to his friend, that made a difference: it was the content. I and were transported to a local hospital. ‘‘I’m so sorry your wife ran away with the wasn’t a great communicator, but I commu- I am very saddened by this incident, and re- gardener.’’ The guy answers, ‘‘It’s OK, I was nicated great things.’’ It wasn’t his elo- gret the harm that was done to the innocent going to fire him anyway.’’ Or: As winter quence people supported, it was his stands— people involved. Law enforcement officials in began, the young teacher sought to impart opposition to the too-big state, to its intru- this country risk their lives every day so that to her third-graders the importance of dress- sions and demands, to Soviet communism. we may all live without fear of harm, and at ing warmly. She told the heart-rending story Voters weren’t charmed, they were con- moments like these I believe it is important to of her little brother, a fun-loving boy who vinced. went out with his sled and stayed out too reflect on the sacrifices that are made by long, caught a cold, then pneumonia, and His most underestimated political achieve- these public servants on our behalf. Deputy days later died. There was dead silence in the ment? In the spring of 1981 the Professional John Roy Stacy has been with the Kitsap schoolroom as they took it in. She knew Air Traffic Controllers Organization called County Sheriff’s Office for 9 years, while Dep- she’d gotten through. Then a voice came an illegal strike. It was early in Reagan’s uty Andrew Ejde has served our community as from the back: ‘‘Where’s the sled?’’ presidency. He’d been a union president. He a Deputy Sheriff for more than 6 years. Both The biggest misunderstanding about Rea- didn’t want to come across as an antiunion gan’s political life is that he was inevitable. represent the selfless commitment to the safe- Republican. And Patco had been one of the He was not. He had to fight for every inch, he ty of their community that we prize in law en- few unions to support him in 1980. But the had to make it happen. What Billy Herndon forcement officials and members of our armed said of Abraham Lincoln was true of Reagan strike was illegal. He would not accept it. He services. too: He had within him, always, a ceaseless gave them a grace period, two days, to come I would like to send my best wishes for a full little engine of ambition. He was good at not back. If they didn’t, they’d be fired. They and speedy recovery to these brave men who showing it, as was Lincoln, but it was there. didn’t believe him. Most didn’t come back. were hurt while protecting our community. He was knowingly in the greatness game, at So he fired them. It broke the union. Federal They and their families will be in our thoughts least from 1976, when he tried to take down workers got the system back up. The Soviet and prayers during these difficult times. a sitting president of his own party. Union, and others, were watching. They He was serious, and tough enough. Every- f thought: This guy means business. It had one who ever ran against him misunderstood deeply positive implications for U.S. foreign this. He was an actor, they thought, a HONORING THE THANKFUL marshmallow. They’d flatten him. ‘‘I’ll wipe policy. But here’s the thing: Reagan didn’t MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH the smile off his face.’’ Nothing could wipe know that would happen, didn’t know the the smile off his face. He was there to com- bounty he’d reap. He was just trying to do HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. pete, he was aiming for the top. His uncon- what was right. OF GEORGIA scious knew it. He told me as he worked on The least understood facet of Reagan’s nu- his farewell address of a recurring dream IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES clear policies? He hated the rise of nuclear he’d had through adulthood. He was going to weapons, abhorred the long-accepted policy Thursday, February 10, 2011 live in a mansion with big rooms,‘‘high ceil- ings, white walls.’’ He would think to him- of mutually assured destruction. That’s Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I self in the dream that it was ‘‘a house that where the Strategic Defense Initiative came submit the following: was as available at a price I could afford.’’ from, his desire to protect millions from po- Whereas, the Thankful Missionary Baptist He had the dream until he moved into the tential annihilation. The genius of his pro- Church has been and continues to be a bea- White House and never had it again. ‘‘Not gram: When developed, America would share con of light to our county for the past one hun- once.’’ it with the Soviet Union. We’d share it with dred twenty-eight years; and He ran for president four times and lost everybody. All would be protected from. Whereas, Pastor Jack Marks and the mem- twice. His 1968 run was a flop—it was too doomsday. early, as he later admitted, and when it’s too bers of the Thankful Missionary Baptist early, it never ends well. In 1976 he took on The Soviets opposed this; the Rejkavik Church family today continues to uplift and in- an incumbent Republican president of his summit broke up over it, and in the end the spire those in our county; and own party, and lost primaries in New Hamp- Soviets’ arms spending helped bankrupt Whereas, the Thankful Missionary Baptist shire, Florida, Illinois (where he’d been them and hasten their fall. Years later I Church family has been and continues to be born), Massachusetts and Vermont. It was would see Mikhail Gorbachev, who became a place where citizens are touched spiritually, hand-to-hand combat all the way to the con- Reagan’s friend. He was still grumpy about mentally and physically through outreach min- vention, where he lost to Gerald Ford. Peo- Reagan’s speeches. ‘‘Ron—he loved show istries and community partnership to aid in ple said he was finished. He roared back in business!’’ Mr. Gorbachev blustered. The 1980 only to lose Iowa and scramble back in building up our District; and New Hampshire while reorganizing his cam- losses of those years must have still rankled, Whereas, this remarkable and tenacious paign and firing his top staff. He won the and understandably. It’s one thing to be out- Church of God has given hope to the hope- nomination and faced another incumbent maneuvered by a clever man, but to be out- less, fed the needy and empowered our com- president. foxed by a good one—oh, that would grate. munity for the past one hundred twenty-eight

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For a complete, across-the-board prohibition age, fearless leaders and servants to all, but some, immediately entering college is an op- against military recruiters. most of all visionaries who have shared not tion. Others choose to follow a different path, Meanwhile, some school administrators only with their Church, but with DeKalb County including taking full advantage of the benefits have creatively interpreted notification and and the world their passion to spread the gos- and educational opportunities offered through consent requirements in the interest of limiting pel of Jesus Christ; and military service. campus visits or access to student contact in- Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the The intent of the Fairness for Military Re- formation. There are numerous examples of Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this cruiters Act is straightforward. The legislation this occurring, but a recent decision by the day to honor and recognize the Thankful Mis- simply reaffirms and strengthens existing fed- San Diego Unified School District, which incor- sionary Baptist Church family for their leader- eral law, enacted in 2002 under the No Child porates several high schools in my congres- ship and service to our District; Left Behind, NCLB, Act, providing military re- sional district, restricts all recruiters—military Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- cruiters the same access to high school cam- and private—to only two visits a year and SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim September 26, puses and basic student contact information needlessly complicates recruiter-student inter- 2010, as Thankful Missionary Baptist Church that is provided to other institutions of higher action. Day in the 4th Congressional District. education. This decision is in fact consistent with fed- Proclaimed, This 26th day of September, Before the enactment of NCLB, it was re- eral law since military recruiters are provided 2010. ported that nearly 2,000 high schools across the exact same access as private recruiters. f the country either banned military recruiters But most private recruiters interface with stu- from campuses or restricted access to student HONORING POLICE OFFICER DAVID dents far less regularly than military recruiters. directories. In the years since the implementa- MOORE Often time, private recruiter interactions are tion of NCLB, despite early opposition from limited to college or career fairs, instead rely- HON. ANDRE´ CARSON several school boards and administrators, ing on other forms of advertising and out- most schools ultimately altered their policies reach. Military recruiters on the other hand OF INDIANA and allowed some form of recruiter access. have a steadier presence in high schools and, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Under current law, any high school that re- while it is absolutely necessary that these re- Thursday, February 10, 2011 ceives federal education funding must provide cruiters follow school guidelines and not inter- Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, the military recruiters access to its campus and fere with individual learning, decisions like this, hearts of Indianapolis residents are hurting student directory—the same access provided whether intended or not, are a significant step right now because we have lost one of our to colleges and universities. Schools are also toward shutting the door on our military. true heroes in public safety. Police Officer required to notify parents and students of their When it comes to ‘‘opting-out,’’ students and David Moore passed away on January 26 right to ‘‘opt-out,’’ which occurs when a parent parents should make that decision on their after being shot on duty protecting the people or student 18 years of age requests not to be own, without undue influence from activists of Indianapolis. Officer Moore answered his contacted by a military recruiter. and administrators with anti-military bias. Fam- This is a balanced approach to ensuring community’s call to service when he joined the ilies that recognize and honor the commitment that students are familiar with the multitude of Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department in of our military to defending freedom should not education and career opportunities offered by 2004. Now. Officer Moore is moving on to a be represented by the small minority of those any one of the military service branches. Mili- higher calling, as difficult as it may be for all who actively seek to marginalize or even deni- tary service promotes discipline and a strong of us to see him go. grate the armed forces. work-ethic. Young Americans should not be There’s no doubt Officer Moore knew the The legislation I am introducing protects the discouraged from serving their country or, at dangers of police work, as both of his parents rights of parents and students to opt-out while the very least, considering the benefits of were part of the IMPD family. But like so many also maintaining military recruiter access to serving in the armed forces with the assist- who wear the badge in communities across high school campuses and directories. our nation, David Moore took an oath to serve ance of a military recruiter. The American military is an all-volunteer Schools would still be obligated to notify par- and protect others. To run to danger—not force. Without patriotic and talented young ents and students of their options, ensuring away from it. Officer Moore did just that, and Americans continuing to step forward, end- there is a mechanism in place that prevents our community is better and safer because of strength won’t be the only thing adversely af- contact information from being released. his service and sacrifice. The alternative suggested by some of my In honor of Officer Moore, let us never for- fected. So will American security. Despite the necessity to recruit qualified colleagues, in anticipation of the upcoming re- get the daily sacrifices our law enforcement of- candidates for the armed forces, there are authorization of the Elementary and Sec- ficers make in order to protect our families and some school administrators and activist ondary Education Act, is to create an opt-in neighborhoods. I ask my colleagues in Con- groups who vehemently oppose the idea of process. In other words, military recruiters gress to pay respect to Officer Moore by going military recruiters in high schools. There are would be denied access to student information back to their districts and thanking their local reported instances of groups, known as unless a parent sends in a release authoriza- law enforcement officers for the work they do ‘‘counter-recruiters,’’ attending parent-teacher tion form. They question whether the recruit- and the daily dangers they place themselves conferences and distributing opt-out forms. In ment provision violates a student’s right to pri- in to protect us all. vacy, even though it’s consistent with federal I also ask the American people to join the one case last year, the New York Civil Lib- erties Union sent volunteers to stand outside law and court-tested privacy rights. An anal- city of Indianapolis in mourning the loss of this ysis by the Congressional Research Service hero. Let us continue to keep Officer Moore’s 24 high schools, in the interest of discouraging students from interacting with military recruit- acknowledges this fact, noting that, unlike family and the entire law enforcement commu- medical records, the basic information avail- nity in our thoughts and prayers. ers. Others take a different approach. Amy able to recruiters is no different than informa- f Hagopian, a professor of Global Health at the tion ‘‘typically found in a phone book.’’ INTRODUCTORY REMARKS FOR University of Washington, who is equally com- The Fairness for Military Recruiters Act spe- THE FAIRNESS FOR MILITARY mitted to ending recruitment in high schools, cifically prohibits the implementation of an opt- RECRUITERS ACT wrote an article for the American Journal of in process and clarifies the notification and Public Health that compares military recruiters consent requirement by placing the personal HON. DUNCAN HUNTER with child sex predators. She alleges that mili- information and career interests of students firmly in the control of parents. OF CALIFORNIA tary recruiter behavior is ‘‘disturbingly similar Mr. Speaker, our national security hinges on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to predatory grooming.’’ What an insult to anyone who has ever brave Americans coming forward to volunteer Thursday, February 10, 2011 worn a uniform in defense of our nation, espe- for military service. Restricting recruiter access Mr. HUNTER. Mr. Speaker, today, I am in- cially those who have made the ultimate sac- to high schools would not only reduce the troducing the Fairness for Military Recruiters rifice in defense of freedom. The ultimate goal quality and effectiveness of the military, but

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Philadelphia’s historic Mother Bethel in the Af- AFRICAN AMERICAN CHIEF JUS- She was a woman of such bravery that she rican Methodist Episcopal tradition in which TICE LEROY R. HASSELL, SR. stayed with and comforted Mary Brown, wife she was raised, and later at the First Unitarian of John Brown, in the weeks leading up to his Church of Philadelphia. HON. ERIC CANTOR execution. And more: She wrote to John The saga of Frances E. W. Harper is a OF VIRGINIA Brown, in a letter addressed ‘‘Dear Friend’’ Philadelphia story, and for me, a personal IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and smuggled into his jail cell: ‘‘In the name one. It has been the tradition in my family to of the young girl sold from the warm clasp of name the first-born girl Frances Ellen in her Thursday, February 10, 2011 a mother’s arms to the clutches of a libertine honor. And so this great woman of the 19th Mr. CANTOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to or profligate, in the name of the slave mother, century has been an inspiration to great honor the distinguished life and achievements her heart rocked to and fro by the agony of women of today—among them my mother, of the Honorable Leroy R. Hassell, Sr., former her mournful separations, I thank you, that you Falaka Fattah, born Frances Ellen, and my Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia, have been brave enough to reach out your daughter, Frances Ellen Fattah, a young law- who passed away this week at the very young hands to the crushed and blighted of my yer specializing in education issues. My par- age of 55. While he left us in the prime of his race.’’ ents, Falaka and David Fattah, have been ac- life, his compassion and commitment to justice To her list of character traits, one rises tivists, community organizers and leaders, in- will leave a lasting impression on the judicial above all others: Frances E. W. Harper was a spirational figures for generations of young system and the world beyond the bench. fighter. people across Philadelphia. It is fitting that one A Norfolk native, he grew up in Broad Creek In the century since her passing, on Feb- of the 12 programs of ‘‘Rediscovering,’’ to be and attended Norview High School. He grad- ruary 22, 1911, at age 85, Frances E. W. held on the exact anniversary of February 22, uated from the University of Virginia and Harper’s achievements may have faded in is titled, ‘‘Falaka Fattah and the Political Leg- earned his law degree from Harvard Law memory for many, but her luster has never acy of Frances Ellen Watkins Harper.’’ School. He then returned to Richmond where dimmed. The lessons and examples of her life On February 20, I will be privileged to par- he quickly rose through the ranks to become have held special meaning for my family and ticipate in the first program in this weeklong partner at McGuire Woods, one of Virginia’s me, and for Philadelphians who honor history series. I will read from the work of Frances E. largest law firms. while vowing never to repeat it. W. Harper and join my family in the ribbon After graduating from William and Mary Law Now, in this momentous time, comes ‘‘A cutting for her portrait by Leroy Forney, com- School and passing the Virginia bar, I remem- Brighter Coming Day: Rediscovering Frances missioned by and unveiled at the First Uni- ber when Governor Gerald Baliles nominated Ellen Watkins Harper.’’ A partnership of nearly tarian Church of Philadelphia. him to the Virginia Supreme Court in 1989. At 20 organizations and foundations, brought to- This week of tributes will raise Frances E. the age of 34, Justice Hassell became the gether by Larry Robin and the Moonstone Arts W. Harper’s profile and forever stamp her second African American justice on the court Center, will spotlight her achievements with a upon the soul of Philadelphians of good will. after John Charles Thomas. In 2002, his col- dozen events across the City of Philadelphia The final event will be a graveside memorial at leagues elected him to serve as Chief Justice, between February 20 and 27. Eden Cemetery, Collingdale, Pennsylvania, making him Virginia’s first African American For the benefit of my colleagues in the where so many of Philadelphia’s illustrious Af- Chief Justice. Remarkably, he was the first House and for all Americans who may be ‘‘Re- rican Americans of the 19th and 20th century leader of the high court chosen by his peers discovering’’—or simply discovering—this are interred. One of Frances E. W. Harper’s rather than through seniority. At the time, he amazing woman, here is a primer: earliest and most acclaimed poems, published was also the youngest serving member of the Frances Ellen Watkins was born of free in 1858, was ‘‘Bury Me in a Free Land.’’ court. black parents in Baltimore in 1825, orphaned I ask no monument, proud and high, Chief Justice Hassell always had a great at a young age but raised by an aunt and To arrest the gaze of the passers-by; love of law. He was a man of faith and deep uncle in comfortable circumstances. Her tal- All that my yearning spirit craves, Is bury me not in a land of slaves. personal convictions. He cared deeply about ents and potential were evident from the start. the people of the Commonwealth and was By age 20 she had published her first collec- Frances Ellen Watkins Harper has, indeed, passionate about helping others. He was a tion of poetry, ‘‘Forest Leaves.’’ In the 1840s a monument for us to gaze upon: her life’s tireless advocate for the poor and the mentally and 1850s, as a young abolitionist, she trav- work, her character, an example to finish the ill and fought hard to make the courts more eled and lectured widely—and sent the pro- work at hand—and in eternal peace, a dream accessible and more equitable. ceeds back home to fund the Underground and yearning fulfilled. Mr. Speaker, please join me in remembering Railroad. f Justice Hassell, a lifelong public servant and Soon after moving to Philadelphia, not yet EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR powerful voice for all Virginians. 30 years of age, she refused to give up her NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY’S f seat on the city’s shamefully segregated DANCE MARATHON horse-drawn trolley system. It was an act of A BRIGHTER COMING DAY: REDIS- defiance and illegality that helped set in mo- COVERING FRANCES ELLEN tion the ultimate desegregation of the trolleys. HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY OF ILLINOIS WATKINS HARPER A brave and impressive act in any time, this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was when slavery was still legal. In 1854, she HON. CHAKA FATTAH was ‘‘Rosa Parks’’ a century before Rosa Thursday, February 10, 2011 OF PENNSYLVANIA Parks. Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Following the Civil War, as a widow raising express my strong support for the North- four children, in a time when even the most western University Dance Marathon, one of Thursday, February 10, 2011 dedicated advocates for civil rights for African the largest entirely student-run philanthropies Mr. FATTAH. Mr. Speaker, this month in Americans were cool to women’s empower- in the world. Philadelphia, in the midst of Black History ment, Frances E. W. Harper in 1866 delivered Created in 1975 by students at North- Month and on the cusp of Women’s History a fierce speech before the National Women’s western, the annual Dance Marathon is just Month, we will be celebrating the centennial of Rights Convention. Then she headed south to one example of Northwestern University’s the death of Frances Ellen Watkins Harper— spend four years lecturing in Freedmen’s strong commitment to bring the university a great and talented woman of our city and schools in the often hostile environment of Re- body together with the nearby community to our Nation. construction. Three decades later, still advo- raise money for a good cause. Last years’ Frances E. W. Harper, born September 28, cating women’s rights as well as those of Afri- Marathon rose over $850,000 for charity and 1825, was a poet, novelist, lecturer, advocate can Americans, she was elected vice presi- organizers expect an even bigger amount for and activist for the towering causes of 19th dent of the National Association of Colored this year’s charitable recipient, the Children’s century America: the abolition of slavery and Women. Heart Foundation.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Feb 11, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10FE8.016 E10FEPT1 smartinez on DSKB9S0YB1PROD with REMARKS February 10, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E197 I would like to thank all the dancers, sup- by the U.S. how they should be applied. The The Select Service System was never porters, and organizers of this terrific event. Department of State has instructed the U.N. to meant to be permanent. Now, 31 years and This year’s Northwestern University Dance use $100 million of these credits to increase over $700 million later, and with Congress Marathon, will take place from March 4th security around the U.N. complex during the never having given serious consideration to through March 6th, 2011. It is a great oppor- current U.N. building renovation, based on establishing a conscripted force, it is finally tunity to spend time with members of the com- recommendations from the New York Police time to end the registration requirement and munity on behalf of a great cause. Department. As the host nation, the U.S. is re- dismantle the Selective Service System. f sponsible for the security of the U.N. Ignoring Today I introduce legislation to do just this. this problem, as the bill would have us do, en- The bill will allow the President, if needed, to HONORING DELPHENIA DAVIS dangers American lives, and the lives of our reinstitute national registration by executive foreign guests. Under current law, the remain- order. Until then, my bill will end registration. HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. ing $80 million in credits will be applied to off- It will do so without negatively affecting our OF GEORGIA set upcoming U.N. assessments for critical defense capabilities and will save the tax- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES peacekeeping operations in Haiti and else- payers over $24 million annually. It also re- where. This reduces the need for appropriated Thursday, February 10, 2011 leases military personnel currently working funds and lessens the burden on American within the Selective Service System to more Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I taxpayers. pressing duties on national security, and re- submit the following: If this bill is enacted into law, America would moves an obviously moribund and outdated Whereas, thirty-four years ago a virtuous fail to pay its U.N. dues. Choosing to break program that was never more than a symbolic woman of God accepted her calling to serve promises the American people have made to gesture. on the DeKalb Community Service Board; and the world could come at a high cost. With new f Whereas, Mrs. Delphenia Davis has served competition on the world stage from China the citizens of DeKalb County as an Advocate and other emerging nations, and during a time INTRODUCTION OF FEDERAL EM- for People with Disabilities and our community of hope and uncertainty in the Middle East, PLOYEES PAID PARENTAL has been blessed through her service; and this is a terrible time to play political games LEAVE ACT Whereas, this phenomenal woman has with America’s global standing. shared her time and talents as an Advocate, I urge my colleagues to join me in opposing HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY Teacher and Motivator, giving the citizens of H.R. 519, and preventing an ideological and OF NEW YORK imprudent assault on America’s commitments Georgia a person of great worth, a fearless IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES leader and a servant to all who want to ad- to the United Nations. Thursday, February 10, 2011 vance the lives of others; and f Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, when the na- Whereas, Mrs. Davis is formally retiring from SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM the DeKalb Community Service Board today, tional economy suffers, families face signifi- she will continue to serve those in need be- cant financial challenges and pressures—mak- cause she is a cornerstone in our community HON. MIKE COFFMAN ing measures that protect their health and pre- that has enhanced the lives of thousands for OF COLORADO vent unnecessary job loss more important the betterment of our District and Nation; and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES than ever. Helping families stay afloat in these Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Thursday, February 10, 2011 economic times is critical—even for families of Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this Mr. COFFMAN of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, federal employees. That is why I am intro- day to honor and recognize Mrs. Delphenia on a warm summer morning in 1972 I stood ducing the Federal Employees Paid Parental Davis on her retirement from the DeKalb Com- outside of the Military Entrance Processing Leave Act, which would provide 4 weeks of munity Service Board and to wish her well in Station in downtown Denver. I was a volunteer paid parental leave to federal workers fol- her new endeavors; for military service, but many of those around lowing the birth, adoption, or fostering of a Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- me were conscripts—draftees as they were child. Paid leave ensures that a new child SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim January 28, 2011, commonly called. As the line moved slowly does not further destabilize families who are as Mrs. Delphenia Davis Day in the 4th Con- forward I listened as many of them rehearsed struggling to make ends meet. gressional District. what they would say once they got inside to The federal government should be a leader Proclaimed, This 28th day of January, 2011. convince the Army why they were unfit for in family-friendly workplace policy. As the na- f military service. tion’s largest employer, with over 1.8 million The conscript Army that I joined in 1972 suf- employees across the nation—including 85% UNITED NATIONS TAX EQUALI- fered from a fundamental lack of discipline of those outside the Washington, DC area— ZATION REFUND ACT OF 2011 and low morale. By 1976 conscription had the federal government can serve as a role ended and the last of the draftees had com- model for other employers. SPEECH OF pleted their military obligation—the U.S. Army Nearly ten percent of the workforce is un- HON. BETTY McCOLLUM was now an all volunteer force. Every year employed, and many more are under- OF MINNESOTA since then the Army has improved in the qual- employed. Millions of families that once relied IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ity of its personnel, training, and profes- on two incomes are forced to survive on sionalism. Today, it is a much smaller force one—or none at all. A sharp rise in male un- Wednesday, February 9, 2011 but an extraordinarily elite one. employment has increased the number of fam- Ms. MCCOLLUM. Madam Speaker, I rise In late 1979, the Soviet Union invaded Af- ilies entirely dependent on a woman’s earn- today in strong opposition to H.R. 519, a bill ghanistan and in 1980 President Jimmy Carter ings. Without paid leave, the birth or place- that would prevent vital upgrades to security sought to demonstrate the resolve of the ment of a child means that many working fam- around the United Nations building and break United States against the Soviet incursion. ilies are left with no income at all coupled with America’s promise to pay legally-mandated President Carter asked the Congress to rein- rising expenses associated with a new child. U.N. dues. This legislation does not—as my state the Selective Service System. Congress This bill is a straightforward, cost-effective Republican colleagues claim—reduce the def- did so, and to this day all males are required way to help families while rebuilding a strong icit. In fact, the nonpartisan Congressional by law to register with the Selective Service national economy. As of January 2011, the Budget Office determined that ‘‘implementing System within 30 days of their 18th birthday. United States is the only industrialized nation H.R. 519 would have no effect on the federal However, conscription has not been re- with no paid parental leave. We are in the budget.’’ Unfortunately, H.R. 519 would under- quested by our military as a viable option dur- company of Lesotho, Swaziland and Papua cut America’s global leadership at a time when ing the first Gulf War, the Iraq War, or for Af- New Guinea by not offering paid parental international cooperation is urgently needed to ghanistan—despite periodic shortages of mili- leave. safeguard America’s interests. I urge my col- tary personnel. And while many draft age In the 111th and 110th Congresses, this bill leagues to oppose this legislation. males have failed to meet registration require- passed the House with bipartisan support. I The United Nations Tax Equalization Fund ments, no one has been prosecuted for failure hope that my colleagues in the 112th will sup- (TEF) compensates American employees of to comply with this law since 1986. We have port this measure. In a tough economy, par- the U.N. for U.S. taxes paid. Surplus credits a requirement on the books that isn’t used and ents should not have to choose between a remain in the TEF until the U.N. is instructed clearly doesn’t merit enforcement. paycheck and caring for a new child.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Feb 11, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10FE8.017 E10FEPT1 smartinez on DSKB9S0YB1PROD with REMARKS E198 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 10, 2011 COMMEMORATING THE CENTEN- tained New World Harvest Church as an in- in congratulating Giant Foods on its 75th anni- NIAL OF THE WORLD’S FIRST strument in our community that uplifts the spir- versary of service to the residents of the Dis- AIRMAIL DELIVERY itual, physical and mental welfare of our citi- trict of Columbia and the national capital re- zens; and gion. Whereas, this remarkable and tenacious Throughout its 75 years, Giant, as it is com- HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY man of God has given hope to the hopeless, monly known, has been known for its high- OF CALIFORNIA fed the hungry and is a beacon of light to quality food and customer service. Beginning IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES those in need; and in 1936, when the first Giant opened in the Whereas, Pastor Shinn is a spiritual warrior, Thursday, February 10, 2011 District of Columbia, our city has embraced its a man of compassion, a fearless leader and a convenient neighborhood locations, bargain Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to servant to all, but most of all a visionary who commemorate the 100th anniversary of the has shared not only with his Church, but with prices, and quality customer service. world’s first official airmail delivery, completed our District and the world his passion to We appreciate Giant’s long presence in the by Fred Wiseman on February 17–18, 1911. spread the gospel of Jesus Christ; and District and its continuing service to our city The private airman’s pioneering voyage took Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the throughout population growth and transpor- him from Petaluma to Santa Rosa, California, Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this tation and infrastructure development here. a distance of only 14 miles, but a momentous day to honor and recognize Pastor Michael A. We are particularly grateful that Giant has al- step forward in the history of aviation and the Shinn as he celebrates nineteen years on his ways adapted to the ever changing needs of United States Postal Service. Pastoral Anniversary; the community, offering pharmacies, Wiseman was born on a ranch in rural Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- BonusCard programs, which come with spe- Sonoma County on November 10, 1875, and SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim September 26, cial product discounts, Peapod, a home-deliv- he grew up fascinated by the mechanics of 2010, as Pastor Michael A. Shinn Day in the ery grocery service, and Super Giant, a de- transportation—bicycles, racecars, and of 4th Congressional District. partment store that offers bulk items at rea- course airplanes. In the spring of 1910, less Proclaimed, This 26th day of September, sonable prices. than seven years after the Wright Brothers 2010. Giant has become such a focal point and built the world’s first successful airplane, one f meeting place for residents that my office fre- of Wiseman’s own projects was already taking quents Giants in the District for my Govern- to the air. The Wiseman-Peters, as his final HONORING PRESIDENT RONALD ment-to-Go program, which offers casework pusher biplane design was eventually known, WILSON REAGAN services in the community to assist District was a local collaboration between Wiseman residents with federal concerns, saving them and a group of fellow aviation aficionados, as SPEECH OF from having to visit my offices. well as one of the first planes built in Cali- HON. JON RUNYAN Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- fornia to fly. OF NEW JERSEY atives to join me in celebrating the 75th anni- Throughout 1910 and early 1911, Wiseman IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES practiced his flying, even taking part in an versary of Giant Foods. early 1911 air race in San Francisco. Then, on Wednesday, February 9, 2011 February 17, 1911, Wiseman loaded his plane Mr. RUNYAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise this f with three letters, 50 copies of the Santa Rosa evening to pay tribute to an American hero. I Press Democrat, and a bag of groceries, and was only eight years old when Ronald Reagan HONORING THE LIFE OF ALEX he set out on his flight across Sonoma Coun- became our Nation’s 40th President. I clearly SOLA ty. Total flight time was less than 20 minutes, remember the optimism and patriotism he in- but the journey included two forced landings spired in me and an entire generation of and ultimately spanned two days. Wiseman’s Americans who grew up during the Reagan HON. JERRY McNERNEY plane flew roughly 100 feet off the ground, re- era. His Presidency was guided by a commit- OF CALIFORNIA portedly at speeds of up to 70 mph. ment to conservative principles. He won the Although Wiseman did not continue making Cold War without firing a single shot and pre- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES airmail deliveries, he did go on to fly in several sided over the greatest period of economic other air shows in 1911, and his Wiseman-Pe- growth and prosperity in American history. Thursday, February 10, 2011 President Reagan would have had his 100th ters would be redesigned for use in future ex- Mr. MCNERNEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today hibition flights. In September 1911, the U.S. birthday this week. I urge my colleagues and all Americans to use this occasion to reflect on to ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Postal Service would eventually hire its first of- the life of Alex Sola. ficial airmail pilot in New York. his life and legacy. Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in cele- f Alex was born on January 18, 1930 in Daly brating the centennial of the world’s first air- City, California. Alex served in the U.S. Air PERSONAL EXPLANATION mail delivery. Fred Wiseman’s independent Force for four years, serving as a crew chief spirit and passion for adventure live on in at Tyndall Air Force base in Florida. This post- Sonoma County, and we are proud to mark HON. LUIS V. GUTIERREZ ing allowed Alex to proudly serve his country this milestone in our history. OF ILLINOIS while also pursuing his passion for working on the P–51 Mustang aircraft. After his career in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f the military, Alex remained involved in the Thursday, February 10, 2011 HONORING PASTOR MICHAEL A. aviation field working as an air traffic con- SHINN Mr. GUTIERREZ. Mr. Speaker, I was un- troller. avoidably absent for votes in the House cham- In addition to his love for all things aviation, HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. ber on February 8, 2011. Had I been present, Alex enjoyed film. He earned a role in the I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on rollcall vote No. 1987 film ‘‘Six Against the Rock,’’ playing a OF GEORGIA 26. prison guard, and he also made appearances IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f in various TV programs. Thursday, February 10, 2011 CONGRATULATING GIANT FOODS Alex passed away January 19, 2011, at the Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I ON ITS 75TH ANNIVERSARY age of 81. He is survived by his daughter submit the following: Debra, her husband Don, and their two chil- Whereas, Pastor Michael A. Shinn is cele- HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON dren, Theresa and Sarah. Alex lived a long brating nineteen (19) years in Pastoral leader- and eventful life, and I am grateful for his OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA service to America. ship this year at New World Harvest Church IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and has provided stellar leadership to the I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring church on an international level; and Thursday, February 10, 2011 the memory of Alex Sola and in sending our Whereas, Pastor Michael A. Shinn under Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thoughts and prayers to his beloved family the guidance of God has pioneered and sus- ask the House of Representatives to join me and friends.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Feb 11, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10FE8.022 E10FEPT1 smartinez on DSKB9S0YB1PROD with REMARKS February 10, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E199 HONORING PASTOR JASPER private forested land in the eastern United This bill will repeal the Learned Intermediary WILLIAMS, JR. States had been ravaged by clear cut logging. Doctrine and allow the American consumer to In the absence of trees, vast areas of the East sue a drug manufacturer directly. HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. were prone to flooding and soil erosion, as Medications are meant to heal us, but OF GEORGIA well as destructive forest fires. No longer pro- sometimes, something goes horribly wrong, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ductive, these lands were often abandoned and the medicine that was supposed to make and came into state and local ownership for us better, only makes us sicker. When this Thursday, February 10, 2011 nonpayment of taxes. To bring these lands happens, Americans should be able to hold Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I back from the ecological brink, Rep. John the drug manufacturers responsible. submit the following: Weeks introduced legislation directing the fed- However, because of a court precedent Whereas, Pastor Jasper Williams, Jr., is eral government to offer states and localities called the Learned Intermediary Doctrine, celebrating sixty (60) years in preaching the the opportunity to relieve themselves of these Americans are not able to sue the manufactur- gospel this year and has provided stellar lead- nonproductive lands and at federal expense ers of the drug that harmed them. According ership to his church on an international level; restore them to their former condition. to the Learned Intermediary Doctrine, a patient and Today 26 eastern states are home to 52 cannot sue the drug manufacturer on the Whereas, Pastor Jasper Williams, under the National Forests encompassing almost 25 mil- grounds that their doctor (the Learned Inter- guidance and calling of God began preaching lion acres. These forests provide significant mediary) should be able to warn them about and singing the word of God as a child and economic benefits. Not only are the forests the possible negative side effects. has transformed over the years as a ‘‘Son of recreational sanctuaries, they are also a major However, in this day of direct to consumer Thunder’’ through his style of preaching and contributor in keeping America’s drinking water advertising, so often Americans get their infor- teachings; and clean. Many eastern municipal water supplies mation about medication from the manufactur- Whereas, from Memphis, Tennessee, to At- depend on National Forest watersheds and er’s advertising, or off the internet. H.R. 542, lanta, Georgia, he has pioneered and sus- currently $450 billion in food and fiber, manu- the Consumer Protection Act, will repeal the tained Salem Bible Church, as an instrument factured goods, and tourism depends on clean Learned Intermediary Doctrine, allowing the in our community which uplifts the spiritual, water and healthy watersheds. In addition, the consumer to sue the drug manufacturer di- physical and mental welfare of our citizens; timber supply managed by the Forest Service rectly. If drug manufacturers are able to adver- and provides a significant monetary benefit. The tise directly to the consumer, then they must Whereas, this remarkable and tenacious timber resource was almost nonexistent when be held responsible when something goes man of God has given hope to the hopeless, the federal government purchased the land, wrong. fed the hungry and is a beacon of light to but today these lands host an estimated 42 f those in need; and billion cubic feet of growing stock and about Whereas, Pastor Williams is a spiritual war- 210 billion board feet of saw timber. HONORING WILLIE AND rior, a man of compassion, a fearless leader With this resolution we recognize and com- JOSEPHINE WILDER and a servant to all, but most of all a visionary memorate the vision of John W. Weeks and who has shared not only with his Church, but his contribution to the conservation movement. HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. with our District and the world his passion to Both Republicans and Democrats recognized OF GEORGIA spread the gospel of Jesus Christ; and the importance of federal government in con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the serving the forests and the water supply for Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this long-term environmental goals. Today I en- Thursday, February 10, 2011 day to honor and recognize Pastor Jasper Wil- courage both Congress and the Forest Serv- Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I liams, Jr., as he celebrates sixty years (60) in ice to begin a centennial celebration com- submit the following: preaching the gospel; memorating this major bipartisan accomplish- Whereas, Willie and Josephine Wilder are Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- ment. Our 52 National Forests in 26 eastern celebrating fifty years (50) in marriage today in SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim August 8, 2010 as states would not exist today were it not for Decatur, Georgia; and Pastor Jasper Williams, Jr., Day in the 4th passage of the Weeks Act of 1911. Whereas, on December 23, 1960, because Congressional District. I encourage my colleagues to support this of their union then, our community today has Proclaimed, this 8th day of August, 2010. resolution. been blessed with a family that has enhanced f f our district. Mr. Wilder was captain of the foot- RECOGNIZING THE VISION OF REP- OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL ball team and Mrs. Wilder was a cheerleader RESENTATIVE JOHN W. WEEKS DEBT when they married and now, they both are in- AND HIS CONTRIBUTION TO THE struments in our community that uplift the spir- CONSERVATION MOVEMENT HON. MIKE COFFMAN itual, physical, economic and mental welfare of our citizens; and OF COLORADO Whereas, this remarkable and tenacious HON. JAMES P. MORAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES man of God and this phenomenal and virtuous OF VIRGINIA Thursday, February 10, 2011 Proverbs 31 woman have given hope to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. COFFMAN of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, hopeless, fed the hungry and are beacons of Thursday, February 10, 2011 today our national debt is light to those in need, they both have been Mr. MORAN. Mr. Speaker, I am on the floor $14,098,789,113,781.32 blessed with two wonderful children, three today to introduce a resolution acknowledging On January 6th, 2009, the start of the 111th wonderful grandchildren and three great the 100th year anniversary of the passage of Congress, the national debt was grandchildren; and the Weeks Act. This little-known act marks a $10,638,425,746,293.80. Whereas, Willie and Josephine Wilder are significant conservation achievement in the This means the national debt has increased distinguished citizens of our district, they are annuls of this nation’s conservation move- by $3,460,363,367,487.50 since then. spiritual warriors, persons of compassion, fear- ment. John W. Weeks, a Republican Con- This debt and its interest payments we are less leaders and servants to all, but most of all gressman from the Commonwealth of Massa- passing to our children and all future Ameri- visionaries who have shared not only with chusetts, was relentless in his efforts to pass cans. their family, but with our District their passion this legislation, which authorized the federal f to improve the lives of others; and purchase of cutover and denuded forestlands DEFEND AMERICANS FROM DRUG Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the in the headwaters of navigable streams for the MANUFACTURERS Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this purpose of conserving the flow of streams and day to honor and recognize Willie and Jose- rivers and to restore lands for future timber HON. BOB FILNER phine Wilder as they celebrate their 50th Anni- production. It took close to two years of fierce versary, fifty (50) years in marital bliss; OF CALIFORNIA battle with his colleagues before he suc- Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ceeded as the Weeks Act cleared Congress SON, Jr. do hereby proclaim December 11, on March 1, 1911. Thursday, February 10, 2011 2010, and December 23, 2010, as Willie and Few of my colleagues may be aware, but at Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, I recently intro- Josephine Wilder Day in the 4th Congres- the turn of the 19th century, vast amounts of duced H.R. 542, the Consumer Protection Act. sional District.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Feb 11, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10FE8.028 E10FEPT1 smartinez on DSKB9S0YB1PROD with REMARKS E200 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 10, 2011 Proclaimed, This 11th day of December, A TRIBUTE TO DR. D.E. WARD, JR. vidual who has been an invaluable partner in 2010. the fight against diabetes. HON. MIKE McINTYRE The statistics regarding diabetes are stag- f OF NORTH CAROLINA gering. Diabetes is an epidemic affecting near- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ly 24 million Americans and another 57 million HONORING EVA LASSMAN with pre-diabetes. Every 24 hours, 4,100 peo- Thursday, February 10, 2011 ple in the U.S. are diagnosed with diabetes. In Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to El Paso, as many as one in six people are HON. CATHY McMORRIS RODGERS pay tribute to a truly outstanding North Caro- currently living with diabetes, and many more linian, Dr. D.E. Ward, Jr., of Lumberton, North are unaware that their lifestyle choices are OF WASHINGTON Carolina. On January 31, 2011, a month after putting them at risk or have already made IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his 90th birthday, Dr. Ward retired from the them pre-diabetic. practice of medicine after 57 years of service It is important that we all understand how di- Thursday, February 10, 2011 to his community, which is also my own home- abetes affects us, our families, and our com- Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS. Mr. Speaker, town. I ask that you join me in recognizing his munity. Since 1968, the El Paso Diabetes As- I rise today to honor and commemorate the long and honorable career. sociation has been an invaluable asset to my life of Eva Lassman. As a resident of Spo- After graduating from Wake Forest School congressional district by providing personal- of Medicine, Dr. Ward interned for a year at ized services including diabetes management kane, Washington for over sixty years, Eva the Philadelphia General Hospital, and then and prevention. The organization’s mission is raised three sons in her inspiring likeness. served our country in the U.S. Navy Reserve. to promote education and early detection, em- However, Eva’s life story was forever altered After returning to Wake Forest and finishing power people to take control of their health, far before coming to Eastern Washington. his residency, Dr. Ward became a surgeon in and increase access to resources, and Dr. Eva Lassman was born into an Orthodox Lumberton, where he has remained all of Luna, this year’s HOPE recipient is dedicated Jewish family in Lodz, Poland, in 1919. Fol- these years. In addition to his professional to those goals. lowing Nazi invasion of Poland, at 20 years practice, Dr. Ward has bettered his community Dr. Jose Luna has been involved with the El old, Eva and hundreds of thousands of Jews in countless ways. He has served with distinc- Paso Diabetes Association for over 8 years, were confined in the infamous Warsaw ghetto tion as president of the North Carolina Medical and has made a significant impact, especially and later moved to the Majdanek concentra- Society and on my Seventh Congressional with the uninsured and medically underserved. tion camp. Overcoming unspeakable acts of District Advisory Committee on Medical and His service to the organization and our com- horror—Eva survived for five years in Nazi Health Affairs. munity is having a positive impact on the lives ghettoes and camps before being liberated by Dr. Ward volunteered for 22 years as Lum- of El Pasoans and is helping stem this grow- Allied Forces in the Spring of 1945. Like far berton High School’s football, baseball, and ing epidemic. Dr. Luna is most deserving of too many Jewish families, nearly all of Eva’s basketball team doctor. He also has been rec- this honor, and I applaud his work and dedica- immediate and extended family were mur- ognized by numerous civic and medical orga- tion to make El Paso a better and healthier dered in the Holocaust. nizations for his contributions, including receiv- place. ing the Order of the Long Leaf Pine—North Today, I am proud to recognize Dr. Luna Looking for a place to restart her life, Eva Carolina’s highest civilian honor—in 2001 and and everyone at the El Paso Diabetes Asso- accepted the invitation and sponsorship of the the Wake Forest Distinguished Alumni Award ciation, and I greatly appreciate their hard Spokane Jewish community for resettlement in in 2004. His patients (including my late father, work for the betterment of our community. Spokane. Despite, initially not knowing English who was a fraternity brother of Dr. Ward’s in f or having jobs, Eva and her husband Walter college), employees, and colleagues praise moved to Spokane where over the next 60 him as courteous, professional, kind, and one A LIFE OF SERVICE AND SHARING years they would become pillars of the Spo- of the best doctors and best people they kane community. Eva dedicated her entire know. HON. CORRINE BROWN adult life to what she often referred to as her Mr. Speaker, Dr. D.E. Ward, Jr., has prac- OF FLORIDA obligation of survival—educating the world on ticed medicine in Robeson County for decades IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the atrocities of the Holocaust and why it is so and has made our community a better and Thursday, February 10, 2011 important to challenge hate wherever it may healthier place. As he closes the final chapter be. of his career, I wish Dr. Ward and his family Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, on be- well, and may God’s richest blessings be upon half of the constituents of the Third Congres- Eva told her story to thousands of elemen- them. I ask that you join me today in recogni- sional District of Florida and myself we rise tary, junior high, high school, and college stu- tion of his impressive career of serving the now to offer our heartfelt condolences and pay dents throughout the Pacific Northwest. It has community. tribute to the life of Dr. Michael Bernard Butler, been said that, the exceptionality of Eva’s ex- f a humanitarian, healer, life activist and friend. perience is only paralleled by the We are moved and encouraged when recall- exceptionality of her commitment to use that IN RECOGNITION OF DR. JOSE ing the life achievements of this giant in the experience in making the world a better place. LUNA field of medicine and community and social I could not agree more. To that end, Eva’s life activism. As a husband and father, we em- work is reflected in the countless awards and HON. SILVESTRE REYES brace his wife, his foundation for more than recognitions she received including the Carl OF TEXAS four glorious decades, Mrs. M. Jean Clarkson, Maxey Racial Justice Award and the inaugural IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and their children Brian and Michele. As man Eva Lassman Award issued annually by Gon- for whom education was the key, Dr. Butler re- zaga University to honor an individual who has Thursday, February 10, 2011 ceived his B.S. Degree from Talladega Col- committed her or his life to challenging hate. Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to lege in Talladega, Alabama and the degree of As an active Letter to the Editor contributor, recognize an outstanding medical professional Medical Doctor from Howard University, Eva’s life and work inspired all those who in my congressional district, who has dedi- Washington, D.C. Additional studies took him cated his life and profession to helping those heard her words to lead lives to reject hate to Frankfurt Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsyl- who are most in need. Dr. Jose Luna serves and courageously combat evil. Of the 200,000 vania and Mercy Catholic Medical Center, also as the Chief Medical Officer at Centro San in Philadelphia. These academic and profes- survivors of the Holocaust that were liberated Vicente and is currently the chairman of the El sional accomplishments insured his certifi- in 1945, fewer and fewer are alive with each Paso County Hospital District Board of Man- cation by and admittance to prestigious med- passing day. agers. He is a tireless advocate for those who ical societies, and he was an Assistant Pro- Mr. Speaker, Eva Lassman sadly passed do not have access to affordable health care, fessor at the University of South Florida. away early this week and will be laid to rest and has committed himself to improving the As a man who served his country, Dr. Butler tomorrow in Spokane, Washington. I urge all lives and health of residents along the U.S.- distinguished himself on the field of battle in of my colleagues to honor Eva’s legacy by Mexico border. In honor of his work, the El the Vietnam War with his service to and for continuing to spread her message of respect Paso Diabetes Association is recognizing Dr. the physical health and morale of those in his and tolerance. Luna at their 3rd annual HOPE Ball as an indi- charge. He distinguished himself as a fine

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Feb 11, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10FE8.032 E10FEPT1 smartinez on DSKB9S0YB1PROD with REMARKS February 10, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E201 Naval Officer who valued his service to others day to honor and recognize Pastor Woodrow RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBU- and extended that service to other inter- Walker II as he celebrates fifty years (50) in TIONS OF MR. ALAN MACNOW national theatres of need. the ministry; As a community activist, he gave of himself Now Therefore, I, HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHN- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL SON and his talents to benefit both the individuals , Jr. do hereby proclaim October 29, 2010, OF NEW YORK as Pastor Woodrow Walker II Day in the 4th and the many organizations he served. From IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the American Cancer Society to the Seminole Congressional District. County Rotary Board, the YMCA, the United Proclaimed, This 29th day of October, 2010. Thursday, February 10, 2011 Negro College Fund, Kappa Alpha Psi Frater- f Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, it brings me nity, Inc., NAACP and was a founding member HONORING PRESIDENT RONALD great sadness to pay final tribute to Mr. Alan of the Sweetwater and Heathrow Country WILSON REAGAN Macnow. He died peacefully on December 25, Clubs. These and many other civic activities 2010, after a long and courageous battle with were distinctive and the accolades received SPEECH OF COPD. He was 78. for all his good works from many were prolific He was born in 1932 in New York City to and countless. HON. DORIS O. MATSUI Rose and Maxwell Lawrence Macnow, and And as a man of integrity, Dr. Butler was OF CALIFORNIA married Yoko Hamada Macnow, a New York- both gifted and inspiring. Where he saw pain, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES based fashion editor, author and journalist. he sought to relieve it with medical acumen Wednesday, February 9, 2011 They remained married until her death in and personal interaction; where he saw poten- Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 1993. tial in others, he gave them impetus and en- pay tribute to Ronald Reagan, the man who A lifelong resident of New York City, Mr. couragement; where he saw despair, he served our country as the 40th President of Macnow attended and graduated from Colum- brought direction and promise; and where he the United States, and who would have cele- bia University, and then he served in the U.S. saw the need for love and caring, he gave of brated his 100th birthday this past Sunday. Army before becoming a freelance journalist himself. As a Californian, I have vivid memories of for Time-Life Magazines. He began his career The life of Dr. Michael Bernard Butler was Governor Reagan serving in Sacramento, my in public relations as a writer for the American one of accomplishment, service and sharing. district and the capital of our great state. Much Heritage Foundation, and then worked at Grey And now in his passing we pay tribute to the has changed in the 30 years since he left the Advertising, Inc., before forming his own public man and his life of service to all of us, and we Governor’s Mansion, but the mark he left on relations, marketing and market research firm, pray that by his example each of us become our state, like the mark he left on our country, Tele-Press Associates, Inc. the bearers of his legacy of caring. We come is immeasurable. He introduced and helped to bring to the now to join in prayer for mother Janie Bell But- I am particularly reminded of his boundless U.S. market a wide range of Japanese prod- ler, wife M. Jean Clarkson Butler, son Brian optimism, and his belief that California—and ucts, initially as part of the effort to promote Butler, daughter-in-law Cathy Brown-Butler, America—can do anything it sets its mind to. trade and positive relations after his service in daughter Michele Butler, two grandsons Mi- In his State of the State Address in 1974, then the United States Army during WWII, and chael James and Andrew, sister Judy Butler Governor Reagan said, ‘‘No crisis is beyond afterward to help to change the image of Jap- Rivers and husband Nathaniel, sister-in-law the capacity of our people to solve; no chal- anese products from low cost to high quality, Rogena Butler and a host of loving relatives, lenge too great.’’ good value products. These included steel, friends, whose lives have been forever Even as we struggle to overcome a chal- Toyota automobiles, fireworks, transistor ra- changed by this man of peace. We thank Our lenging global economic downturn, Reagan’s dios, shiitake mushrooms, and nori. He was Heavenly Father for allowing us to be blessed words still offer hope. ‘‘In the long sweep of instrumental in developing the U.S. market for with the time spent with Dr. Butler, our friend history, all human progress has been based Japanese cameras and cultured pearls. and brother. on a willingness to face the next great chal- Mr. Macnow worked tirelessly and passion- f lenge, to seek and achieve what was seen as ately to promote greater understanding and unattainable,’’ he continued. ‘‘Our people have more equitable treatment for Japan’s fishing HONORING PASTOR WOODROW done that in California and America, on a and whaling industries in U.S. and inter- WALKER II scale unmatched anywhere on this globe.’’ national waters. In 2001, he was awarded the Here, in our nation’s Capital, we are re- Order of the Sacred Treasure by the Emperor HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. minded of Ronald Reagan’s legacy by visiting of Japan for his long and meritorious service OF GEORGIA the Capitol Rotunda, where he is represented to Japan. He was also awarded a Certificate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as one of California’s two statues, as chosen of Commendation from the U.S. House of by the state legislature. The thousands of Cali- Thursday, February 10, 2011 Representatives on August 2, 1984. fornians who visit the nation’s Capital are He loved New York City, and he loved to Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I thereby reminded of his service not only to our travel. He visited many countries around the submit the following: country, but also to our state. world and was interested in history and fas- Whereas, Pastor Woodrow Walker II is cele- As we pay tribute to President Reagan, and cinated by different cultures. brating fifty (50) years in preaching the gospel his love for this country, we also honor Mrs. He is survived by his beloved wife, Grace; this year and has provided stellar leadership Reagan, who served our nation as First Lady his son, Devin, and grandson, Max; and to his church on an international level; and with dignity and grace. Mrs. Reagan has been daughter, Didi, and granddaughters Asia and Whereas, Pastor Woodrow Walker, under a passionate advocate for stem cell research, Lena. He also leaves a step-daughter, the guidance and calling of God began and her powerful words have helped bridge a Duoduo, and her husband, Tse. He is survived preaching the word of God as a child and has partisan divide. Her advocacy has also helped by his brother, Donald and wife, Georgie, and transformed over the years; and lead to increased research funding; breathing a niece and nephew. Whereas, he has pioneered and sustained new life into one of the most promising break- f Abundant Life Church, as an instrument in our throughs in medical research in decades—and community which uplifts the spiritual, physical has given hope to millions that our future IS A TRIBUTE TO PRIVATE FIRST and mental welfare of our citizens; and brighter. CLASS AMY SINKLER Whereas, this remarkable and tenacious On what would be the celebration of Ronald man of God has given hope to the hopeless, Reagan’s 100th birthday, I think it is most ap- HON. MIKE McINTYRE fed the hungry and is a beacon of light to propriate that this body acknowledges the OF NORTH CAROLINA those in need; and many positive things that are synonymous with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Whereas, Pastor Walker is a spiritual war- his years of service. From nominating the first rior, a man of compassion, a fearless leader woman to the Supreme Court—to helping to Thursday, February 10, 2011 and a servant to all, but most of all a visionary bring down the Berlin Wall, Ronald Reagan Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, two weeks who has shared not only with his Church, but helped people around the world realize that to- ago, General David Petraeus designated our with our District and the world his passion to morrow can be better than today, and that a troops in Afghanistan part of the ‘‘New Great- spread the gospel of Jesus Christ; and free society is a better society. For that, we est Generation.’’ I agree wholeheartedly with Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the honor him, and send our best wishes to the the General’s words, and rise today to pay Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this entire Reagan family. tribute to one of those great American heroes,

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Despite these activities, the Branch A native daughter of Chadbourn, Amy had was adversely affected by a lack of stability. In always expressed her desire to serve her HON. GEOFF DAVIS December 1913, the Board decided that the country. Amy graduated from West Columbus OF KENTUCKY New York Vigilance Committee be reorganized High School in 2006. While in high school, she IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and focus on fundraising for the National As- participated in the Junior Reserve Officers Thursday, February 10, 2011 sociation. The legal work handled by the Vigi- Training Corps to prepare for a career in the lance Committee was transferred to the Na- Army, which she joined in August of 2009. Mr. DAVIS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, today tional NAACP office, which by then had a full- After training at Fort Leonard Wood in Mis- I rise to pay tribute to my constituent Erica time lawyer. souri, Amy joined the 109th Transportation Lynn Crump of Walton, Kentucky who passed At one time, the New York Branch became Company, the ‘‘Rough Riders,’’ stationed at away suddenly on December 28, 2010. inactive, and when the NAACP Annual Report Fort Richardson in Alaska. She began serving Erica worked as a clerk for the I.R.S. and was published in 1916, the Branch was not in Afghanistan in July 2010, and she was was a member of Erlanger Baptist Church. listed. According to historian Charles Flint Kel- sadly taken from us just six months into her Not only did she serve others through her logg, the original charter had been lost. Since first tour of duty. Amy was only 23. work and church; she also gave back as a there was no record of its date of issue, a new Amy will be sorely missed by her family and dedicated and passionate volunteer for the charter had been issued on November 11, friends. She was the daughter of Randolph Republican Party, the Republican Women’s 1917, when James Weldon Johnson suc- and Jackie Bullock Thompson and a sister to Club, numerous campaigns and other con- ceeded in organizing a Harlem Branch and four siblings, Brittney, Sharonda, Sabrina, and servative political causes. became its Vice President. That same year, Randolph Jr. She was the loving wife of Doug- She considered volunteerism her niche in Ms. Mary White-Ovington secured approval las Sinkler, her high school sweetheart, with life. She loved the responsibility it gave her, from the NAACP National Board to enroll whom she made her home. Her grandparents the opportunity to learn and make a dif- those individuals who participated in the 1917 were Roosevelt and Irene Thompson and Ra- ference—and she loved the people with whom Silent March on 5th Avenue. Each individual leigh Early and Juanita Bullock. Amy touched she worked. received a compensation of $1 while serving countless lives by serving as an admirable ex- More importantly, Erica was a mother. She as a member of the branch for the duration of ample of selfless service. She was so admired cared for and unconditionally loved her daugh- 1 year. by her family, friends, and community, in fact, ter Grace. During the fall of 1931, the New York that hundreds of people attended vigils in re- Her commitment to her daughter, family, Branch reverted back to an inactive status, membrance of her. Amy’s funeral on January friends and community will be greatly missed. and the NAACP National office enlisted Field 30, 2011, was one of the largest ever held in Erica’s example is inspiring to all those who Organizer Daisy Lampkin to conduct a mem- Columbus County, with over 1,000 people serve others. coming to pay their respects to Amy and her Today, as we celebrate the life and accom- bership campaign which ended on October 2, family. plishments of this exceptional individual, my 1931. As a result of the campaign, 500 new Mr. Speaker, it has been said that a person thoughts and prayers are with Erica’s family members were enrolled and $3,323.00 was demonstrates greater nobility in war than in and especially her daughter Grace. I share in raised. As a result, the Branch was reorga- peace. Amy Sinkler’s inspirational life and their sadness, and pray that God’s peace will nized and granted a renewed charter on No- service to our country prove this to be true, comfort them in their time of need. vember 9, 1931. In addition to Dr. Annie B. Martin, the New and we will always remain in awe of the life f she lived. May God bless her family, and may York Branch has had several distinguished ac- we always remember the life of Private First CELEBRATING THE CENTENNIAL tivist and civil right leaders to serve as Presi- Class Amy Sinkler. ANNIVERSARY OF THE NEW dent during its history, including: James E. f YORK BRANCH OF THE NAACP Allen who later helped to organize and be- come the first New York State Conference SUPPORT AMERICA’S BORDER HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL President; the Honorable Ella Josephine COMMUNITIES Baker, who was one of the visionaries who OF NEW YORK created the Southern Christian Leadership IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. BOB FILNER Conference in 1957; the Honorable Judge OF CALIFORNIA Thursday, February 10, 2011 Jawn Ardin Sandifer was one of two NAACP IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to staff lawyers who successfully argued Hender- Thursday, February 10, 2011 celebrate the Centennial Anniversary of the son v. United States, the unanimous Supreme Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, I recently intro- founding o the New York Branch of the Na- Court decision ruled that railroads that operate duced H.R. 543, legislation to include certain tional Association for the Advancement of Col- across state lines may not bar passengers Department of Homeland Security facilities, ored People. from eating in dining cars because of their such as ports of entry, under the Payments in On January 27, 1911, 100 years ago, the race. Lieu of Taxes, PILT, program. New York Branch of the NAACP received its It also includes two of my dearest friends Since 1976, communities have received Charter. Organized by Executive Committee and brothers, the Honorable Basil A. Paterson, payments from the Interior Department’s PILT members Mary White Ovington, Charles H. former Secretary of the State of New York and program to help offset losses in property taxes Suddin, Frances Blascoer, Oswald Garrison renowned national labor attorney; and the due to nontaxable Federal lands administered Villard, Gilchrist Stewart, Joel E. and Arthur Honorable Percy Ellis Sutton, our former Man- by the BLM, the National Park Service, the Spingarn, the New York Branch was the first hattan Borough President, civil rights attorney, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the U.S. Branch established in the National Associa- business leader and founding Chairman of the Forest Service. tion’s history. Board of the largest black-owned radio sta- However, all along our Border, communities In April 1911, Dr. W.E.B. DuBois proposed tions in the nation, Inner City Broadcasting, are not reimbursed for land that the Depart- that the Branch should have an investigator Inc. Other past Presidents who served include ment of Homeland Security uses for ports of and organizer to examine cases and com- Russell Crawford, Lind H. White, I. Joseph entry. The community often provides re- plaints, to raise funds and develop a ‘‘forum Overton, Richard A. Hildebrand, Jeff L. sources and services to these facilities without for discussion.’’ Gilchrist Stewart, a young at- Greenup and Carl Lawrence. reimbursement from the government. My bill, torney, was chosen to fill this role and become Today, the New York Branch has been one H.R. 543 provides support for these commu- Chairman of the New York Branch Vigilance of the largest leading membership Branches of nities. Committee. In the fall of 1911, the Branch the NAACP. Led by its President, Dr. Annie B. H.R. 543 amends existing law to include opened in Harlem where ‘‘colored people Martin, the New York (Harlem) Branch is con- certain Department of Homeland Security fa- could report any cases of injustice before the tinuing to work steadfastly on the front lines of

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Recently their two sons, age 22 and cial to the people of the Northern Mariana Is- gagement activities. 23, graduated from college. Both sons found lands and why it has received such wide sup- f entry level work, but neither receives health in- port. The Northern Mariana Islands is the only surance from their employers. Under the cur- U.S. jurisdiction that does not have ownership OPPOSING THE REPEAL OF THE rent law, both sons will be eligible for cov- of the submerged lands three miles off its AFFORDABLE CARE ACT erage under their mother’s health insurance shores. We have been a Commonwealth plan when it renews in eight months. Susan under a permanent Covenant with the United HON. DAVID N. CICILLINE went on to tell me that it would cost her more States since 1976. For thousands of years, OF RHODE ISLAND than $600 per month to provide coverage to the Chamorro and Refaluuwasch people IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES her sons through COBRA. She said that with farmed the land and fished the seas. However Thursday, February 10, 2011 three children still at home, and despite the on February 25, 2005 the people of the Mar- fact her and her husband are employed, they iana Islands were shocked to discover that the Mr. CICILLINE. Mr. Speaker, America is the cannot support the added expense beyond waters and the submerged lands below them strongest Nation in the world, we hold our eight months. did not belong to them. But that they were the freedoms sacred—and we have fought to pro- With repeal of the Affordable Care Act, the property of the United States of America, as tect these freedoms for centuries, and many temporary gap that Susan and her family face concluded by the Ninth Circuit Court of Ap- have paid the ultimate sacrifice. Yet, there is would become a permanent gap. We are peals. In the same breath, the Court recog- a great and impending threat to that strength sending a deplorable message to Americans, nized the integral connection between the and freedom, a threat that imperils millions of and indeed the world, if we abandon hard land, water and my people. The Court pointed Americans—the repeal of our Nation’s Health working men and woman like Susan and Ed, out that Congress can return these lands back Care Reform. and let their two sons—both college grad- to the people of the Northern Mariana Islands. As a new member of this Congress, pro- uates, both duly employed, go without health H.R. 670 does exactly that. tecting Health Care Reform is the first line in coverage until they find jobs that provide I want to thank all those Members who are the sand. I was sent to Washington to fight for health insurance. original cosponsors of this bill and I ask that Rhode Islanders. As I have heard loudly over I come to this Congress to help bring com- my colleagues support H.R. 670. the past year, and witnessed first-hand as a mon sense solutions to complex problems. f Mayor for the last 8 years, families in my state When I look at the impact of repealing the Af- have spent enough time awake at night wor- fordable Care Act, I think about the struggles ROBERT H. RAWLINGS rying about where they’ll find work, or the se- of Alex, Beth and Susan, Ed and their two curity of their current job. I will not support any sons. I think about the number of Rhode Is- HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON action that places an additional burden on the landers who will once again find themselves OF COLORADO people of Rhode Island. I will not have them saddled with greater financial burdens. I think IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lie awake at night, now having to once again about the many men, women, and children of Thursday, February 10, 2011 worry that they will lose their health care when my state who will once again face uncertainty they need it most, or wondering how they’ll over something as fundamental as their own Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, It is my sincere pay for this month’s prescriptions, or whether health and well-being. When I think about privilege to rise and pay tribute to the lifetime their child will be denied coverage because of these consequences, it is common sense, and achievements of Robert H. Rawlings, a man a pre-existing condition. an understanding of the struggles faced by so whose personal compass has guided him to Just yesterday I had the privilege of hearing many Rhode Islanders that compels me to ob- business success, philanthropic accomplish- from a Rhode Islander, Alex Lataille, who ject so strongly to this proposed repeal. ment, and given him a deep conviction for spoke at the one and only hearings Congress I was sent here to find practical solutions to civic duty. For all of this Mr. Rawlings will be had, to discuss the negative effects of repeal- solve the problems facing Rhode Island fami- the recipient of the Distinguished Eagle Scout ing the new health care law. lies. Let’s work to improve this law, not repeal Award from the Rocky Mountain Council and Alex graduated last May with two bachelor’s it. The Boy Scouts of America. In receipt of this degrees, and while looking for a job after f prestigious honor, Robert Rawlings joins an graduation, he is able to afford health insur- exclusive fraternity whose roster includes Sec- ance because he can stay on his parents’ pol- CONVEYANCE OF SUBMERGED retary of Defense Robert Gates and President icy. Repealing this law means Alex and mil- LANDS TO THE NORTHERN MAR- Gerald Ford. lions of Americans will lose their coverage. IANA ISLANDS This Las Animas, Colorado, native is most Recently while having breakfast in prominently known for his successful owner- Woonsocket, Rhode Island, I met a young HON. GREGORIO KILILI CAMACHO ship and editing of The Pueblo Chieftain, woman named Beth. She said she was going SABLAN Southern Colorado’s most circulated publica- to be a constituent of mine, and she had only tion. This alone merits recognition, but Mr. OF THE NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS one request. For years she had been, and re- Rawlings’ accomplishments are far more IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mains, an insurance sales agent. But for as reaching than simply owning and editing a many years, she has been denied access to Thursday, February 10, 2011 newspaper. Mr. Rawlings admirably served his health insurance because of a pre-existing Mr. SABLAN. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro- country in World War II as a member of the condition. Each and every day served as a ducing H.R. 670, a bill that will give back to Navy in the South Pacific. Then he endeav- painful reminder that while she was selling in- the people of the Northern Mariana Islands ored to become the newsman he is today. As surance to others, she was being denied the three miles of submerged lands surrounding his newspaper career began to flourish, so did very same coverage. As someone well at- our islands. Mr. Rawlings ability to give back to Southern tuned to the health care industry and the Af- Exactly two years ago, I introduced the Colorado. The size and scope of his commu- fordable Care Act itself, this young woman same bill, which was H.R. 934. The bill was nity involvement has been immense; ranging knew that health care reform meant hope, pro- lauded by the leaders of the Commonwealth from the financing and leadership behind the vided certainty, and would finally allow her to Government and the Legislature. The bill re- Robert H. Rawlings Outdoors Sports Complex get the access to affordable health care she ceived wide support from both sides of the to co-founding of the Pueblo Economic Devel- would need—relieving her of years of fear and aisle and in fact was unanimously passed by opment Corporation. Mr. Rawlings has also anxiety. She asked for my commitment to de- the House on July 15, 2009. The bill was also made notable contributions as president of the fend health care reform. approved by the Senate Energy and Natural Colorado Press Association, Colorado Associ- The Affordable Care Act establishes a Pre- Resources Committee in May 2010. The bill ated Press, Colorado Bar Press; he has been Existing Condition Insurance Plan—one that was made part of Senate Majority Leader involved with the Robert Hoag Rawlings Public would provide new coverage options for Amer- REID’s The America’s Great Outdoors Act of Library, served as chairman of The Pueblo icans like Beth until 2014, when, finally, all dis- 2010, which was introduced in the closing Medal of Honor Committee, and has worked

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:37 Feb 11, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10FE8.043 E10FEPT1 smartinez on DSKB9S0YB1PROD with REMARKS E204 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 10, 2011 to establish a water district to help preserve censed, and at age 12 he became an or- Square Lodge #283, NAACP, 100 Black Men Arkansas Valley water. This may sound like dained minister. At the age of 18, when most of Greater Columbia, Inc., and the Cayce- an incredible list of accomplishments, but it young men are searching for a direction in life, West Columbia Rotary Club. only scratches the surface of what Robert H. Dr. Jackson was installed as the Pastor of his He serves on the Board of Governors for Rawlings has been able to do for Southern home church—Brookland Baptist Church of the Capital City Club, the Board of Directors of Colorado, and our nation. West Columbia. the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the Board Mr. Speaker, I cannot think of man more de- At the time he officially took over the min- of Trustees for Morris College in Sumter, SC, serving of this esteemed honor than Mr. Rob- isterial leadership of the church, he was also the Board of Directors for Morehouse School ert H. Rawlings. a student at Benedict College. Despite the de- of Religion in Atlanta, the Board of Visitors for f mands of his chosen career, he graduated the University of South Carolina and is the Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science Chairman of the Distressed Areas Task Force LARSEN CRITICIZES MAJORITY degree in Mathematics. As a dedicated stu- for New Carolina. PARTY FOR FAILING TO PRO- dent, he received the Distinguished Mathe- His honors include: the 1995 Affirmative Ac- POSE A JOBS PLAN matics and Physics Award for achieving the tion Award from the Black Faculty and Staff highest academic average in those disciplines. Association of the University of South Caro- HON. RICK LARSEN Dr. Jackson continued his studies by attend- lina; the Lincoln C. Jenkins Achievement OF WASHINGTON ing the Interdenominational Theological Center Award for Economic Empowerment by the Co- lumbia Urban League; the Whitney M. Young, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Morehouse School of Religion in Atlanta. He graduated with honors in 1977 with a Mas- Jr., Service Award by the Boy Scouts of Amer- Thursday, February 10, 2011 ter of Divinity. He was also awarded the Dis- ica, the Distinguished Service Award by the Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I tinguished Board of Directors Award for High Greater Columbia Community Relations Coun- rise today to speak in support of investing in Academic Achievement. In August 1978, Dr. cil (2004), West Metro Chamber of Commerce our nation’s infrastructure to create good, fam- Jackson completed one year of certification of Citizen of the Year (2005), Lifetime Achieve- ily-wage jobs. residency in Clinical Pastoral Education at the ment Award by the 100 Black Men of Greater The American people want Congress to South Carolina Academy for Pastoral Edu- Columbia, Inc., and the March of Dimes Afri- focus on growing jobs and getting the econ- cation. He has received Honorary Doctor of can American Achievement Award (2006). omy back on track. Divinity Degrees from Morris College in Sum- He has preached revivals throughout the But the new majority has failed to present ter, South Carolina, and from his alma mater, United States and delivered lectures at more any plan to tackle our economic problems or Benedict College. than fifteen colleges and universities. In ob- create new jobs for Americans left struggling During his 40 years at Brookland Baptist, servance of his 30th anniversary as Pastor of in the wake of the economic recession. the church has grown exponentially. As one of the Brookland Baptist Church, Governor Jim Of course oversight is important. In fact, the the fastest growing churches in the state, Hodges awarded him the Order of the Pal- Democrats conducted 1,400 oversight hear- Brookland Baptist offers 65 ministries, a full- metto, which is the highest honor that the ings in the 110th Congress. But let’s not waste service Federal Credit Union, the Brookland State of South Carolina confers upon its citi- two days debating something we are already Foundation—a charitable 501(c)(3)—the zens. doing while the American people need us to Brookland Center for Community and Eco- Dr. Jackson is married to the former Robin focus on jobs and the economy. nomic Change, the Brookland-West Columbia Hoefer, and is the father of two children, Rev- We need a jobs plan now that will invest in Community and Housing Development Cor- erend Charles B. Jackson, Jr., pastor of the our infrastructure so we can rebuild our na- poration, and the Brookland Community Pedi- New Laurel Street Baptist Church in Columbia, tion’s crumbling roads, bridges, highways and atric Center, which is a collaborative effort with SC, and Candace, a graduate of Duke Univer- railroads to keep our economy moving and the Eau Claire Cooperative Health Center. sity School of Law, and an associate of Nel- create good jobs in our communities. Nearly 12 years ago, Dr. Jackson led his son Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. A As a member of the Transportation and In- growing congregation to a new 2300-seat daughter-in-law, the former Iva Gaymon and frastructure Committee, I am committed to im- sanctuary. In addition to the beautiful new four grandchildren Kayla, Charles III, Caleb proving and enhancing our infrastructure so church, Brookland Baptist also opened a and Carter. we can expand our workforce and maintain 68,000 square-foot Community Resource Cen- Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my col- U.S. economic leadership in the world. ter in September 2005, which houses an leagues join me in congratulating Dr. Charles I urge my colleagues to oppose this mis- Academy Child Development Center, a Health Jackson, Sr., on his extraordinary 40 years in guided effort and direct our attention instead and Wellness Center, and a Banquet and the ministry. We are extremely fortunate that to policies that will get our economy moving Conference Center. In 2008, the board of Lex- Dr. Jackson is still in the prime of his career, and create jobs. ington School District Two awarded Brookland and we can look forward to many more years of his growing ministry and his dedicated serv- f Baptist the building that once housed the former Lakeview/Northside School. This ice. He embodies the admonition of our Chris- TRIBUTE TO DR. CHARLES B. 94,000 square foot educational facility on 11 tian faith to do ‘‘good works.’’ His ministry has JACKSON, SR. acres of land will be converted into the touched countless lives over the past 40 Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center. As years, and he deserves our commendation. HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN a result of the church’s Economic Empower- f OF SOUTH CAROLINA ment Initiative, over 160 people are employed HONORING PRESIDENT RONALD IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in Brookland’s ministry. WILSON REAGAN Due to the tremendous growth in the church Thursday, February 10, 2011 family, Dr. Jackson opened a second campus SPEECH OF Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of the church. Brookland Baptist Church pay tribute to a ministerial wunderkind who at Northeast opened on October 5, 2008, and Dr. HON. ADRIAN SMITH OF NEBRASKA the age of 58 has led his home church for a Christopher Leevy Johnson was installed as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES remarkable 40 years. Dr. Charles B. Jackson, the Campus Pastor. He has also expanded his Sr., is the spiritual leader of Brookland Baptist ministry overseas. Dr. Jackson has partnered Wednesday, February 9, 2011 Church and a community leader in the Colum- with Providence Baptist Church in Liberia to Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Mr. Speaker, I rise bia, South Carolina, metropolitan area. I am provide a weekly radio broadcast in that Afri- today to honor the 40th President of the proud to call Dr. Jackson a dear friend, and can country. United States, Ronald Reagan. As Americans acknowledge that he has presided over some Dr. Jackson held and still holds membership celebrate the 100th anniversary of his birthday very important events in my life, including the in a number of denominational, civic and com- this month, we not only commemorate his life, marriage of my youngest daughter, Angela. munity organizations. He is a former president but also, and more importantly, the legacy he Charles Jackson is a product of West Co- of the South Carolina Baptist Congress of left to America and the world. lumbia, South Carolina, and attended the local Christian Education and the Gethsemane Bap- Throughout his life, whether as an actor, public schools. Even from a young age, there tist Congress of Christian Education. He is spokesperson, governor, or President, he pas- was no doubt the path that his life would take. also Past Moderator of the Gethsemane Bap- sionately pursued his vision for America, At the age of nine, Dr. Jackson responded to tist Association. Dr. Jackson is a member of which was rooted in freedom, opportunity, and the call to preach. The next year he was li- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Golden prosperity.

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