2412 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 159, Pt. 2 February 28, 2012 In part due to his skills as a Commissioner, HONORING CATHY HUGHES AS A recognize a pioneer in the media industry, a he was elected to serve four years on the San DISTINGUISHED RECIPIENT OF leader in the African American community, Carlos City Council from 2005 through 2009. THE 2012 NAACP CHAIRMAN’S and my dear friend, Ms. Cathy Hughes. I com- In 2006 his colleagues elected him as Vice AWARD mend her for her tireless dedication to empow- Mayor, and in 2007 they elected him Mayor. It ering the disenfranchised and for continuing to was in these positions that he showed his HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS be a powerful voice for those who too often remain unheard. Cathy, I wish you all the best skills as a pragmatist. OF FLORIDA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for many years to come. For example, during his first term on the city Tuesday, February 28, 2012 f council San Carlos took a major step forward IN RECOGNITION OF HERBERT in meeting regional medical needs with the ap- Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I ADAMS proval of a new hospital. When the economy rise today to recognize and congratulate an nosedived in the wake of the global credit outstanding human being and my dear friend, Ms. Cathy Hughes, on receiving this year’s HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN crunch of 2008, Mr. Lewis and his colleagues National Association for the Advancement of OF MASSACHUSETTS on the council took prudent, painful and nec- Colored People, NAACP, Chairman’s Award, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES essary steps to balance the city’s budget. He the highest honor the NAACP has to offer. Tuesday, February 28, 2012 also participated in many other decisions lead- Cathy is a true symbol of American entrepre- Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ing to economic development within the city, neurship and success. From her humble be- to ask the House of Representatives to join resulting in projects that will bear fruit in the ginnings growing up in an Omaha housing me in recognizing Herbert Adams of Worces- years ahead. project to becoming a leader in the media in- ter, MA. Herbert is being honored on March dustry, Cathy embodies the spirit of deter- In 2011, San Carlos’ Mayor passed away 13, 2012 by the Worcester City Council Cham- mination and hard work. unexpectedly and the city council reached out Cathy’s story is nothing short of remarkable. ber for his volunteer service to his community. to a seasoned resident—Brad Lewis—to fill Born Catherine Elizabeth Woods in 1947, Herbert was born in Maine, where he was the remaining months of Mayor Ahmad’s term. Cathy was the eldest of four children. By the adopted by an uncle after the tragic deaths of There is no question that the council chose age of 17, Cathy had dropped out of high his parents. When the entered wisely because it took no time at all for Brad school and become a single mother. Although WWII, he repeatedly attempted to volunteer Lewis to learn the status of current issues and she attended two universities in Nebraska, she for the service, finally discovering that he was exempted from the military due to his job in to adapt to council business. He is to be high- did not have the opportunity to graduate. De- the shipyards. Herbert applied just one more ly commended for serving these past few spite these challenges, Cathy knew that she wanted a career in radio from a very young time—this time claiming to be unemployed. months in this challenging, basically volunteer Once in the Army, Herbert again tenaciously position. age and, in 1969 at the age of 22, began vol- unteering at KOWH, an African American fought his way into the line of fire. With deter- Mr. Lewis is an artist at heart and as a pro- owned radio station based out of Omaha, Ne- mination and a little luck, he qualified as a fessional. While Mayor in 2007, he found time braska. There, she excelled in the radio busi- paratrooper in time to take part in some of the to win an Oscar for producing the film ness and caught the attention of the Howard most ferocious fighting of the war. Like many paratroopers, Mr. Adams time Ratatouille. He co-directed the 2011 Pixar hit University School of Communications in and time again found himself in crucial battles. 2 and has to his credit two Emmys and Washington, D.C., where she was offered a From North Africa he was shipped to Italy and position as a lecturer and assistant dean. By two Clio Awards. This is a man of unusual tal- fought on the beaches at Anzio. After Italy he 1978, Cathy had become the vice-president ents, and obviously one who cuts ribbons went to the Western Front and took part in and general manager of WYCB–AM and, a opening new businesses in town all the while Operation Market Garden, where he was tem- year later, along with her former husband, cutting a swath through Hollywood. porarily reported as missing in action to his founded Radio One and purchased her first wife, Beverly. A month later he fought in the In fact, Mr. Lewis’ career has spanned dec- radio station in Washington D.C., WOL 1450. ades in the television and animation business, Times not easy at WOL 1450. Be- Battle of the Bulge, playing a key role in the having worked for , PDI, cause of the lack of funding, Cathy had to give capture of an entire German company. After the German surrender Herbert was assigned for over 13 years as vice president of produc- up her apartment and live with her son at the as a personal bodyguard to General Dwight D. tions, Pixar Animation Studios starting in No- station. She also filled several roles as owner, producer, radio personality, and DJ, since she Eisenhower. He would meet President Eisen- vember 2001, and ’s Tradition hower once more, when he visited Worcester Studios division in Florida as of July 2011 could not afford to pay personnel. But her per- severance and determination to see her during his presidential campaign. where he is serving as director for a project Mr. Adams’ military service, for which he dream succeed kept her going. Today Radio set to release in 2014. was awarded two Bronze Stars and a Purple One is the largest African American owned Heart, is deserving of recognition on its own. As Mr. Lewis said in an interview just a few and operated radio broadcast network, with But he has also carried his lifetime of public weeks ago, he moved to San Carlos because over 65 radio stations in every major market in service into his civilian life. Herbert has been a close friend lived in the city and because as the United States and the seventh largest net- recognized for his exemplary four decades work in the nation. In 2004, Cathy launched a father he wanted to reduce a lot of the un- with the scouts and works endlessly to main- TV One, a cable television channel dedicated knowns related to raising a child. He has two tain Worcester’s parks and monuments. Every 1 to capturing the rich and diverse experience of children, Jackson, age 22, and Ella, age 8 ⁄2. American can aspire to imitate his lifetime of African American life, history, and culture. His wife, Regina, has been an enormous heroism and sacrifice. Today I ask the House On February 17, 2012, Ms. Hughes was source of support to him during his public of Representatives to join me in honoring Mr. honored at the 43rd NAACP Image Awards, Herbert Adams. service. the premier multicultural awards show that Mr. Speaker, San Carlos is a wonderful recognizes the achievements of people of f place to raise children, and Mr. Lewis has di- color in the fields of television, music, lit- HONORING CHRISTOPHER MORGAN rectly contributed to that family spirit through erature, film, and creative social justice. his leadership. He is now leaving the council Cathy’s name has been added to an illustrious HON. SAM GRAVES and, at least for a time, leaving San Carlos as list of past honorees, such as U.S. Surgeon OF MISSOURI General, Dr. Regina Benjamin, Former Vice- he makes his way in this next phase of his ca- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES President , then Senator Barack reer. We have no doubt that he will return, Obama, and Aretha Franklin. And no one Tuesday, February 28, 2012 however, to full-time residence and to the city could be more deserving. Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I that he has helped to shape for the betterment Mr. Speaker, as we celebrate Black History proudly pause to recognize Christopher Mor- of all. Month, it is my distinct honor and privilege to gan. Christopher is a very special young man

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Thinking back to As upon them this most sacred marble and stone so lay and earning the most prestigious award of that time, Karen reflects that ‘‘each day, each Or at the very top, Eagle Scout. step reminded me of nurturing a new infant.’’ How poignant, Reid so helped Freedom to Christopher has been very active with his Hope Houses provide a 180-day residential keep watch troop, participating in many scout activities. treatment program for women who are in- Now both night and day Over the many years Christopher has been in- volved in the criminal justice program. These So listen so closely here, volved with scouting, he has not only earned women are prepared to become responsible, As to heart speaks so clear numerous merit badges, but also the respect productive and independent members of the Of what it took to build this great temple of his family, peers, and community. Most no- community while living in a safe, nurturing and here tably, Christopher has also contributed to his clean environment. After completing the 180- And To Be Free community through his Eagle Scout project. day treatment program, the women are al- Much effort and sacrifice indeed Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in lowed to move into a transitional living pro- And as you enter your heart skips a beat Into the great Rotunda at night, as like a commending Christopher Morgan for his ac- gram—Hope House II—as long as they stay prayer complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- employed or are attending school. The suc- Can you but not feel their very souls in ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the cess of this program speaks for itself: 85% of there? highest distinction of Eagle Scout. the women who complete the program are re- All because these fine men, who once so per- f united with their children, 70% remain clean, severed sober and crime free and 60% become gain- Oh how ironic as was this fate IN RECOGNITION OF THE SERVICE fully employed. That this Temple of Freedom, LEAGUE OF SAN MATEO COUNTY Diane Joiner is one of the women who Was so once built by slaves! found her path through Hope House. While From . . . These . . . Hands . . . which gave! HON. JACKIE SPEIER she was in jail, she participated in the ‘‘Hope As their souls are so now etched everywhere But look at what they so made OF CALIFORNIA Inside’’ program, a group led by the Hope House staff. When she was released, she As generations have so come to pass IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES And new hands in this temple have labored Tuesday, February 28, 2012 sought residential treatment at a Hope House. steadfast She graduated from the 180–day program and All in our nation’s struggle to so ask Ms. SPEIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor is now happily employed by Goodwill Indus- The ones, who have so fought against hatred the Service League of San Mateo County tries where she received a promotion shortly so clear which for a half-century has provided services after being hired. Diane was given a second Trying to vanquish discrimination year after and created hope for thousands of county jail chance, regained her life and is now a proud, year inmates and their families. The compassionate productive member of our community. Can you but not feel Martin’s tears? volunteers and staff work tirelessly to make Mr. Speaker, the volunteers and staff of the And today, if they could all be here certain inmates and former inmates have ac- Service League of San Mateo County recog- Would they but not so shed a tear? cess to programs, services and support net- nize the humanity in every single member of All at what they so see here works they need to re-enter the community as our society. I ask this body to rise with me to So say a prayer, and all of these contributing citizens and responsible family honor their passion to build a better tomorrow Who but with their hands and hearts, members. for all of us. And souls so built this great Temple of Lib- erty Every day the Service League helps individ- f uals who have lost their way get a step closer The ones who so placed this great stone to productive lives and benefits our entire COMMEMORATING THE UNVEILING All in that fight All in Freedom’s home, community by reducing criminal activity and OF STONE MARKER ACKNOWL- EDGING THE ROLE OF So one day we could all be here recidivism. I am privileged to be a member of Free the Advisory Board of this great organization. ENSLAVED IN CONSTRUCTING THE CAPITOL So on this day Under the outstanding leadership of execu- This marker of remembrance we now place tive director Mike Nevin, the Service League OF THE UNITED STATES All for what they so taught us, continues to offer a broad range of programs So gave covering humanitarian, educational, substance HON. LAURA RICHARDSON As we see their great efforts all etched into abuse, recovery, spiritual and personal growth OF CALIFORNIA this stone They made services. While some of the needs of inmates IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Like quarried stone, Freedom too does not may seem obvious, such as contact with attor- Tuesday, February 28, 2012 neys, probation officers and employers, the come so easy! Service League also the less obvious needs. Ms. RICHARDSON. Mr. Speaker, today we Only through such blood, sweat, and tears can this all be! The ‘‘Jury Trial Clothes’’ program, for exam- honor enslaved African Americans with the un- veiling of this great stone and marker once In our lives, what have we made ple, levels the playing field for inmates who From . . . these . . . hands . . . are unable to afford clothing suitable for court quarried by them for The Capitol of the United States. This dedicated marker will serve as a appearances, jail procedures, or facility pro- f grams. The Service League solicits donations reminder to all who enter The Capitol of the and dresses inmates for trial. ‘‘Inmate Orienta- hands and hearts that built this great place PERSONAL EXPLANATION tions’’ are held twice weekly to provide infor- that fosters democracy at the highest level. mation to newly-jailed individuals about the I include a poem penned in honor of those HON. KEITH ELLISON enslaved African Americans by Albert Caswell. correctional process and facility programs, OF MINNESOTA The poem is entitled, such as AA, NA, and church services. ‘‘Out- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES reach to Families’’ of inmates provides friendly AND FROM THESE HANDS support, referral, advocacy and emergency as- And . . . Tuesday, February 28, 2012 sistance. The County Office of Education of- And from these hands . . . Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, during final con- fers GED tutoring and testing at some facilities As now so stands sideration of H.R. 347, the Federal Restricted A Temple to Liberty so very grand and the Service League supports this effort by One of Freedom, for every child, woman, and Buildings and Grounds Improvement Act of training volunteers to tutor inmates one on man 2011, I inadvertently voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall one. From these hands vote 73 when I intended to vote ‘‘aye’’. I would The Service League also operates six Hope For out of their blood, sweat, and tears like the RECORD to reflect that I support the Houses, two residential homes for women, two As upon this Hill as now so appears bill, which creates sensible penalties for know- transitional homes for women and two transi- Is but a shrine to democracy so very clear ingly breaching the security of locations such tional homes for men. Those facilities truly live From these hands as the White House and its grounds.

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