E498 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 4, 2006 TRIBUTE TO U.S. MARINES ON IWO izen across the nation will support those struggle to feed their families; an estimated JIMA groups dedicated to recognizing the courage 3.5 million are starving. And as the displaced of American Marines everywhere. women of Darfur go about their daily lives, HON. f they live in fear of rape, beating, or murder at OF HAWAII the hands of Janjaweed militias. IN HONOR OF NORMAN C. SPECTOR IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Despite worldwide efforts to provide finan- cial and humanitarian support, the lack of co- Tuesday, April 4, 2006 HON. STEPHEN F. LYNCH operation from the Sudanese Government has Mr. CASE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF MASSACHUSETTS rendered the African Union powerless to stop honor the courage of the first IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the violence and hunger. With each day that Marines to scale the summit of Mt. Suribachi passes, the Sudanese Government continues Tuesday, April 4, 2006 on Iwo Jima. to commit atrocities against their own people Iwo Jima is a small rocky island only two Mr. LYNCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to with impunity. miles wide and four miles long located ap- commend Mr. Norman C. Spector of Though the situation in Darfur is dire, it is proximately 650 miles south of Tokyo, Japan. Stoughton, MA for his outstanding contribu- not too late to save hundreds of thousands of It is a volcanic island, much like the islands of tions to the New England Sinai Hospital. A lives. This week, Congress can take a major my home state of Hawaii. A place where cool graduate of Harvard Law School, Mr. Spector step in ending the slaughter and brutality in Pacific breezes rush over soft beaches and began his career as a law clerk in the firm of Darfur by passing the Darfur Peace and Ac- birds sing songs learned during lonely flights Burns & Levinson. Throughout the years, he countability Act. This legislation would author- across the wide ocean. has risen in his profession to become co- ize the administration to revitalize the African For a brief moment in time, the Island of Iwo chairman of the Business Law Section and the Union peacekeeping effort by giving them the Jima became the central battleground be- Finance Group. tools they need to put a stop to the chaos and tween the Empire of Japan and the Allied Mr. Spector has acted both as a lawyer and violence in the region. The legislation would Forces during those terrible and dark days of board member during his involvement with the also take a critical step by authorizing the ad- World War II. The Allied Forces were deter- New England Sinai Hospital. Shortly after ministration to impose political and economic mined to take the island in preparation for a being hired by Burns & Levinson, he was as- consequences on the Government of Sudan final attack on Japan, and the Japanese were signed to work on the bylaws of the hospital. for the crimes they are committing against the unbendable in their desire to defend Iwo Jima In 1981 he became a board member, and, in people of Darfur. For too long we have sat and to prevent the Allies from moving any 1985, Mr. Spector represented New England and watched as innocent men, women, and closer to the main islands of Japan. Sinai Hospital in the landmark right-to-die case children have been killed, and forced from On February 19, 1945, approximately of Paul Brophy. their homes. We cannot sit idly by any longer, 70,000 American and other Allied Forces and In 1993, Mr. Spector became Chairman of we must act. 22,000 Japanese soldiers locked themselves the Sinai Board of Directors. His intense inter- In calling attention to the crisis in Darfur, in a horrific battle that would begin the final est in the welfare of the Hospital, his out- and through their support of the Darfur Peace phase of the War in the Pacific. Entrenched in standing leadership abilities, as well as his and Accountability Act, the Jewish community a series of interlocking caves, blockhouses, keen understanding of the changing, chal- continues to lead the way in defending victims and pillboxes, the Japanese fought with deter- lenging and sometimes chaotic issues sur- of the worst forms of social and political injus- mination to defend their island. Debarking off rounding healthcare led him to administer the tice around the world. As a cosponsor of the a naval armada of more than 450 ships, the Board successfully until 1999 when he Darfur Peace and Accountability Act, I will Allies, led by the United States, brought the stepped down as chairman. proudly stand with the Jewish community full weight of their highly trained and battle- When he is not practicing law or volun- when I vote for this important legislation. tested troops to bear with the determined goal teering for health-care related non-profit orga- The Jewish community’s leadership on this of taking the rocky island no matter what the nizations, Mr. Spector is a dedicated family issue has brought it national and international cost. The battle for Iwo Jima would be one of man. Mr. Spector lives with his wife, Joyce, in attention. And as we approach the Jewish hol- the fiercest conflicts of the Second World War. Beverly, MA. He is the proud father of two iday of Pesach—Passover—and the celebra- Almost 7,000 Americans were killed in action. daughters, Sharon and Joanne, and the equal- tion of the Jewish Exodus from Egypt and re- More than 20,000 Americans were wounded. ly enthused grandfather of one grandson. demption from slavery, the Jewish community Of the 22,000 Japanese defenders, only 1,083 Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to join with Mr. should be proud that it has given a voice to an survived. Spector’s family, friends, and colleagues in afflicted group of men and women in a far On February 23, 1945, the fifth day of the honoring him for the important work he has away place at a time when few others have battle, Marines from the 5th Division were or- done over the years for the New England taken notice. dered to ascend the slopes of Mt. Suribachi, Sinai Hospital. I urge my colleagues to con- f the main peak controlling the island. Four Ma- gratulate him for a lifetime of distinguished rine squads worked their way up the mountain achievement and to thank him for the impor- NATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH WEEK and, at 10:30 a.m., the officer in charge, 1st tant service he has provided to his community, Lieutenant Harold G. Schrier, along with the his family and the New England Sinai Hos- HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA platoon leader, Sergeant Ernest Thomas, and pital. OF CALIFORNIA Sergeant Henry Hansen, Corporal Charles W. f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lindberg, Radioman, Private First Class Ray- mond E. Jacobs, Private James R. Michels, THE DARFUR PEACE AND Tuesday, April 4, 2006 Private Philip L. Ward, and Corpsman, PhMac ACCOUNTABILITY ACT Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in John H. Bradley, raised the American flag honor of National Public Health Week. I want over Mt. Suribachi. HON. BRIAN HIGGINS to thank the American Public Health Associa- Today, when our Nation remembers the OF tion and its 200 plus partner organizers and brave U.S. Marines of Iwo Jima, we often vis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sponsors, who have organized events around ualize the commanding bronze statue resting the Nation to raise awareness of the need to on the banks of the Potomac River. Most Tuesday, April 4, 2006 improve public health. Since 1995, National, Americans do not realize that this memorial Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, this week the State and local public health professionals actually depicts the second, much larger flag House will vote on the Darfur Peace and Ac- highlight an important public health issue that was raised on Mt. Suribachi, signaling the countability Act, legislation that could play a every April, to raise awareness about leading courage and determination of the United major role in ending the ongoing genocide in health problems affecting our nation. This States to all on Iwo Jima and at sea. Darfur. year, the theme of National Public Health In my home state of Hawaii, the Iwo Jima For the past 2 years, the international com- Week focuses on what is called the ‘‘built en- United States Memorial Association is working munity has remained paralyzed as Sudan’s vironment,’’ and building healthy communities to raise the funds necessary to build a memo- state-sponsored brutality has claimed the lives to protect and enhance our children’s life. rial to recognize the American Marines who of an estimated 400,000 Darfurians, and as The built environment potentially creates en- raised the first American flag on Mt. Suribachi. millions more Darfurians have been forced hancements or challenges for our kids. The I applaud their efforts, and hope that every cit- from their homes. Those who are displaced built environment is any infrastructure with

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Several lead changes marked the the built environment include access to pri- inspiration to thos committed to liberty and game, which may well be remembered as one mary health care services, regular physical ac- freedom throughout the world. of the most exciting contests ever in a 6–A tivity, safe places to play and safe routes to While today marks a sad day in American high school basketball competition. walk or bike to school, smoke-free commu- history, it is my hope that as a nation, we will Winning a State Championship in a state as nities and homes, and toxin-free schools. continue to reflect on the actions and accom- large as Florida is a tremendous achievement, Health challenges include decreased access plishments of Dr. King. It is my hope that we and I commend Miami Norland’s great Prin- to medical and preventive health services, will celebrate his life and learn from his leg- cipal, Ms. Gale Cunningham, Assistant Prin- quality of and access to schools and housing, acy. cipal for Athletics Stephon Cone, Athletic Di- economic opportunities, social capital, air and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was born on Jan- rector Ira Fluitt, Athletic Trainer Pete Martz water quality and opportunities for physical ac- uary 15, 1929. He received a and Business Manager Carlos Ochoa for the tivity. from Morehouse College in 1948, a Bachelor fine work they’ve done. Miami Norland is a As Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific of Divinity degree in 1951, and a Ph.D. in Sys- special school; this first-ever state basketball American Caucus, CAPAC, I am particularly tematic Theology from Boston University. championship has made it even more so. concerned about how the built environment af- Throughout his education, Dr. King was in- I also want to congratulate the school’s bas- fects communities of color, native commu- volved in civil rights, and in 1955, he led the ketball coach, Mr. Lawton Williams III. His nities, and linguistically isolated communities. historic Montgomery Bus Boycott that began work ethic, discipline and dedication to hard Members of these communities are more likely after Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat work and fair play paved the way for accom- to live, work, and play in environments which to a white man. After the Montgomery Bus plishment both in the classroom and on the have detrimental health effects, often vastly Boycott launched a national civil rights cam- court. disproportionate to their percentage of the paign, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. helped form Known for his no-nonsense approach and population. For example, asthma is one of the the Southern Christian Leadership Conference forthright guidance and counseling, Coach Wil- major causes of illness and disability in the (SCLC) in 1957. Dr. King led the SCLC as it liams has surrounded himself with an excellent U.S. Although asthma is only slightly more promoted, organized, and conducted non- staff composed of assistant coaches Cleve- prevalent among minority children than among violent protests in the name of fairness and land Roberts III, Victor Vassell, Charles Harris whites, it accounts for three times the number equality. III, Chris Jarrett and scorer Gail Thomas. Their of deaths. Low socioeconomic status, expo- The nonviolent manner in which Dr. King knowledge, experience and sensitivity to the sure to urban environmental contaminants, fought for fundamental freedoms such as the many and varied nuances of sporting activities and lack of access to medical care contribute right to vote and desegregation has had a befitting the school ambiance superbly com- to the increase of deaths in minority commu- lasting impact on this country. Perhaps the plement and supplement the learning needs of nities. African Americans living in low-income greatest example of Dr. King’s leadership and the school’s champion student-athletes: Albert neighborhoods have particularly high rates of impact on this country is his ‘‘I Have a Dream’’ Abrahams, Anthony Berkley, Darius Bodden, asthma, as do Native Hawaiians living in Ha- speech, which he gave in front of the Lincoln Amir Celestine, Timothy Cornelius, Johnny waii. Memorial during the March on Washington in Fernandez, Andre Jackson, Jerry Jones, Cal- America must invest more resources and be 1963, where he talked about his four children vin Joy, Zachery Peacock, Denzel Rankin, more creative in order to eliminate racial and living in a nation where they would not be Robert Rowe, Nicholas Taylor and Andre ethnic health disparities. We need to provide judged by the color of their skin, but by the Woods. access to health care for the 45 million unin- content of their character. The coaching staff’s approach to educating sured, more than half of whom are racial and In 1968 Dr. King set out for Memphis to and motivating the members of Florida’s 6–A ethnic minorities; we need to provide linguis- support a sanitation strike that called for high- Championship Team emphasized utmost per- tically and culturally competent services; we er wages and better treatment. Days later, on sonal responsibility toward the achievement of need to increase rather than decrease funding April 4, 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a common goal. Their dedication to teamwork for Title VII health professions training pro- assassinated. and group achievement above individual glory grams, especially those that will train minority After his death, the country mourned the or personal records has gained the respect providers; and we need to stop gutting the loss of our greatest modern-day civil rights and admiration of the parents and guardians health care safety net. pioneer. To this day, Dr. King’s work, mes- of Miami Norland’s student population. Neighborhoods and communities across the sage, and legacy remain imprinted on the Miami Norland’s achievement this year dem- U.S. are segregated by race and socio- minds of those who carry on his noble cause. onstrates once again that athletic achievement Mr. Speaker, today may be the anniversary economic status, which exacerbates the un- and academic excellence are always within of the death of one of our Nation’s greatest derlying social and economic inequities that reach of those willing to dare the impossible citizens, but I also hope it is day on which we perpetuate health inequities. Without signifi- through hard work and discipline. can reflect on the positive changes that were cant investment in the built environment for I join our entire community in congratulating set in motion due to Dr. King’s work. Dr. Mar- minority children in underserved communities, the Vikings for their achievement, as well as tin Luther King Jr. raised the consciousness of these health inequities will continue. honoring the hard work and sacrifices of the America; he made our nation re-examine our I am pleased to see that the American Pub- parents, teachers, administrators, students commitment to freedom and liberty, and he did lic Health Association—the leading public and supporters that comprise the soul and so with a message of peace and non-violence. health organization in the U.S.—has been able spirit of the school family. I speak for all Americans today as we honor to disseminate the message about the inter- f a great man. connectedness between health and the built f EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL AP- environment, and hope that this reality is inte- PROPRIATIONS ACT FOR DE- grated into the public health debate. I look for- TRIBUTE TO MIAMI NORLAND FENSE, THE GLOBAL WAR ON ward to working with all those involved with HIGH SCHOOL VIKINGS BOYS TERROR, AND HURRICANE RE- National Public Health Week to ensure poli- BASKETBALL TEAM: STATE COVERY, 2006 cies to promote children’s health. CHAMPIONS f SPEECH OF TRIBUTE TO DR. MARTIN LUTHER HON. KENDRICK B. MEEK HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY OF FLORIDA KING OF ILLINOIS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY Tuesday, April 4, 2006 Thursday, March 16, 2006 Mr. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, today I OF INDIANA The House in Committee of the Whole IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rise to pay tribute to the Miami Norland Vi- House on the State of the Union had under kings, the 2006 6–A High School Boys Bas- Tuesday, April 4, 2006 consideration the bill (H.R. 4939) making ketball Champions of Florida. emergency supplemental appropriations for Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today On March 4, 2006 this team proved its met- the fiscal year ending September 30, 2006, and to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on the tle, resilience and fighting spirit by upending for other purposes:

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