24266 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 28, 2005 1989 World Alpine Ski Championships, prov- again raised questions about the competence nipulate the Cambodian judiciary. More broad- ing to the world that Colorado could success- and independence of Cambodia’s judiciary ly, concern is widespread that the current at- fully host major international ski champion- and constituted further intimidation of opposi- tacks on free speech are not an isolated event ships. Due to his support, Vail later hosted the tion voices. The U.S. urged appropriate review related solely to the border issue, but part of 1999 World Alpine Ski Championships. of this case. In addition, the U.S. also called an ongoing campaign to silence political oppo- George Gillett is still active in the ski commu- on the Cambodian National Assembly to im- nents and stifle other critical voices. nity, running Booth Creek Ski Holdings and mediately restore the immunity of the Sam In this context, it is incumbent on the United managing resorts throughout North America. Rainsy Party, SRP, parliamentarians that was States and other interested countries to urge In 1999 Ski Magazine voted him one of the stripped by the National Assembly on Feb- in the strongest possible terms that the Prime ‘‘100 Most Influential Skiers of All Time.’’ His ruary 3, an action which Washington strongly Minister take immediate, credible steps to innovative thinking and passion for redefining condemned. strengthen Cambodia’s democratic institutions, the ski industry have left a lasting mark on In the view of many observers, the current fight corruption, and respect basic human Colorado skiing. deteriorating environment in Cambodia is not rights. Absent such steps, Cambodia’s back- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join an isolated event but part of an ongoing trend sliding on human rights can only have nega- with me in expressing our gratitude to Mr. Gil- toward silencing dissident voices and cement- tive implications for Phnom Penh’s relations lett for contributing to his community and in- ing the power the incumbent Prime Minister. with the United States and other members of dustry in far-reaching ways. We recognize his According to reports from the field, attacks the international donor community. accomplishments in making Vail & Beaver on freedom of speech have escalated signifi- f Creek world class ski resorts. I’m proud to cantly since the signing of a border treaty be- offer warm congratulations to Mr. Gillett on his tween Cambodia and Vietnam on October 10. HONORING CORA FAYE DIXON well deserved honor in entering the Colorado Relations with their larger neighbor Vietnam CLAYTON Ski Museum’s Hall of Fame. has traditionally been a neuralgic issue for f many Cambodians, and as a consequence the HON. CHARLES A. GONZALEZ treaty (the terms of which have not been re- OF TEXAS THE SITUATION IN CAMBODIA vealed to the Cambodian public) has been IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES highly controversial. In response, the govern- Friday, October 28, 2005 HON. JAMES A. LEACH ment of Hun Sen has filed criminal defamation OF IOWA complaints against persons who have criti- Mr. GONZALEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cized the treaty. The Prime Minister appears to honor Cora Faye Dixon Clayton, a San An- tonio native and civil servant for the 20th Con- Friday, October 28, 2005 to be particularly sensitive to accusations of having surrendered Cambodian territory to gressional District of Texas. She worked for Mr. LEACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ex- Vietnam. my father, Congressman Henry B. Gonzalez, press concern about heightened threats to Two arrests have been made in connection for 30 years and truly epitomized public serv- fundamental freedoms in Cambodia. with criticism of the treaty. Mam Sonando, di- ice. Dad trusted her as one of his most able As my colleagues know, since the 2004 for- rector of the independent Beehive Radio sta- employees, and knew she would do every- mation of a new coalition government, Prime tion in Phnom Penh, was arrested earlier this thing possible to help those who came to his Minister Hun Sen of the dominant Cambodia month on charges of criminal defamation for office in dire need of help. Sadly, Ms. Clayton People’s Party (CPP) has steadily consoli- broadcasting an interview with a Cambodian who had battled cancer with the same vigor dated his authority. According to credible non- activist in France who criticized the border she fought for the people of San Antonio governmental organizations like Human Rights treaty. Rong Chhun, president of Cambodia’s passed away in September. Watch, threats to opposition figures, trade Independent Teacher’s Association, was also Born and raised in San Antonio, Ms. Clay- unionists, journalists, human rights defenders arrested this month in connection with a press ton graduated from Phyllis Wheatley High and civil society leaders have intensified. statement issued by a coalition of groups that School and later earned a business degree at Freedom of assembly has become increas- was critical of the treaty. He has been charged Our Lady of The Lake University. She began ingly restricted, while freedoms of speech and with criminal defamation and incitement to her career at the Fort Sam Houston library, association have likewise been significantly commit a crime. and after Dad won a special election in 1961, curtailed. Meanwhile, the government’s long- According to Peter Leuprecht, Special Rep- he honored a promise he had made to the standing influence over the judiciary has been resentative of the UN Secretary General for NAACP to hire an African American for his extended through a so-called ‘‘Iron Fist’’ policy Human Rights in Cambodia, these arrests ap- staff, so he brought Ms. Clayton to Wash- which has included the dismissal or suspen- pear to be procedurally unlawful. Both men ington, DC for his first term. sion of judges and prosecutors. The courts are are now detained in Phnom Penh’s Prey Sar Dad knew well the barriers people of color increasingly being used to harass and silence prison. faced before the enactment of Civil Rights leg- government critics. It is my understanding that other Cambodian islation and was more than willing to hire a The coalition between the CPP and the figures also fear imprisonment because of person others shunned because of the color of former Royalist opposition party FUNCIPEC widespread rumors about further imminent ar- her skin. So, at the height of the Civil Rights has also resulted in ominous new pressures rests. At least four persons are believed to movement, she became the first African Amer- on Cambodia’s political opposition, the Sam have entered Thailand for safe haven, and a ican Congressional staffer for a Southern Rainsy Party, SRP. The immunity of three number of others have apparently gone to Member. She pulled double duty as his per- SRP parliamentarians, including its leader other countries. According to credible sources, sonal secretary and handled constituent case- Sam Rainsy, was lifted in February. One of among those who may be subject to possible work for 30 years. Dad never could find any- them, Mr. Cheam Channy, was convicted and arrest are at least two human rights NGOs, one who could transcribe his dictation as ac- sentenced to seven years imprisonment in Au- several opposition parliamentarians, and a curately, and what truly amazed him is that gust for the alleged creation of an illegal army. number of political party and trade union activ- she did so with very few errors. After a few Party leader Sam Rainsy fled Cambodia when ists. Indeed, it would appear that the current years on Dad’s Washington staff, she returned his immunity was lifted in February and, fear- climate of fear in Cambodia among civil soci- to San Antonio yet would often help him as a ing arrest because of criminal defamation law- ety leaders and the political opposition is personal secretary until the end of her service suits against him, has not since returned. worse than it has been since the violence of some 30 years later. Here it should be noted that the United 1997, when the current Prime Minister first Her heart made her an indispensable and States condemned the August 9 conviction by sought to consolidate his power, and the sub- loved member of my Dad’s team. Co-workers a military court of Cheam Channy and convic- sequent 1998 elections. recall the compassion with which she helped tion in absentia of Kong Piseth on charges of Mr. Speaker, while Cambodian-Vietnamese constituents resolve their claims. She would fraud and establishment of an illegal armed relations are of an historically sensitive nature, bring her years of experience to each and group. According to a State Department that issue should not be used by the govern- every case and could untangle the toughest spokesperson, the conduct of the trial ap- ment in Phnom Penh as a pretext to imprison red tape so someone’s life could be just a little peared to violate international standards, critics of the Prime Minister or to further ma- better.

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Some of his her commitment to bettering the lives of others OF COLORADO accomplishments include leading the San did not end when she left work as she was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Francisco Bay Area Council to expand mem- also very active in her community through vol- Friday, October 28, 2005 bership in youth outreach programs by 37.5 unteer programs. Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise percent, and the annual youth membership I am proud to have known such a remark- today to congratulate Mr. Dick Eflin on his in- there increased by 41 percent, more than any able woman, one of the countless public serv- duction into the Colorado Ski & Snowboard other council in the United States. He wrote ants who make our government work. My col- Hall of Fame for 2005. Mr. Eflin’s accomplish- the original national Scouting curriculum for In- leagues and I would readily admit that we ments have greatly impacted the lives of Colo- School Scouting, developed and implemented could accomplish little without our staffs and radans in Crested Butte for many years, and the first In-School Scouting program for Latino Dad owed much to people like Ms. Clayton. he deserves recognition for the many contribu- youth in Orange County and East San Jose, Our community is poorer and sadder for her tions he has made to this community. and prepared public relations strategies for the leaving it. After serving in Germany with the U.S. Air Boy Scouts of America both at the local level Force, Eflin visited Crested Butte, Colorado and the national level. I would like to extend my condolences to with the dream of creating a ski area that Mr. Speaker, Ken Allen’s career has been her two daughters, Michelle ‘‘Toni’’ Clayton could rival the Alps both in beauty and skiing one of exemplary service to every community Collier and Tina Marie Clayton, two brothers terrain. In 1960, he moved his family to he lived in, and even more to the greater com- Jessy and Ralph Dixon, and sister Mariam Crested Butte and formed Crested Butte, Ltd. munity of Scouting. His innovative programs Dixon. After applying for Forest Service permits and and achievements are an inspiration to all who buying land, Eflin’s dream of opening his own build our youth and strive to make the world f ski area became reality when Crested Butte a better place. Mountain opened on Thanksgiving Day 1961. f COMMEMORATING THE ANAHEIM Although the ski area started with a T-bar and ANGELS, AMERICAN LEAGUE a rope-tow, the next year it grew considerably IN HONOR OF THE 125TH ANNIVER- WESTERN DIVISION CHAMPIONS with the installation of a 7,800-foot long gon- SARY OF IMMANUEL LUTHERAN dola and a terminal building. Due to Mr. Eflin’s CHURCH unwavering determination and vision, Crested HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ Butte was on the map as an up-and-coming HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH OF OHIO OF CALIFORNIA ski area. In addition to his work with Crested Butte, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Eflin worked tirelessly in the local commu- Friday, October 28, 2005 Friday, October 28, 2005 nity where he served as President of the Mt. Crested Butte Water & Sanitation District, as Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Mr. well as participating in the Town Council. He honor and recognition of the leaders and members of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Speaker, I rise today not only as a Represent- started the first regional museum and also ran Cleveland, Ohio, as they gather in celebration ative, but also as a longtime fan, to congratu- the Princess Movie Theater and the Eflin Steak House. of 125 years of faith, guidance and hope for late the American League Western Division parishioners, and for the greater good of the Champions, the Anaheim Angels. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join with me in expressing our gratitude to Mr. Eflin community. The Angels’ victory was far from predicted for contributing to his community in far-reach- The Church has not moved from its original and it all came down to game 5, where in a ing ways. We recognize his accomplishments location. Built more than a century ago, Im- 5 to 3 victory, the Anaheim Angels beat the in making Crested Butte a great ski resort and manuel Lutheran Church was the center of New York Yankees to become the American a wonderful place to live. I’m proud to offer faith and support for hundreds of immigrant League Western Division Champions. warm congratulations to Mr. Elfin on his well families who journey to America from Ger- deserved honor in entering the Colorado Ski many. Today, Immanuel Lutheran Church con- The Angels labored in the beginning, losing tinues its mission and remains one of the few their star pitcher Bartolo Colon in the top of Museum’s Hall of Fame and wish him contin- ued success in his future endeavors. churches to conduct weekly services in Ger- the second inning, but the Angels were not f man. The Reverend Horst Hoyer has faithfully out. They rallied behind their relief pitching served the congregation for 50 years, and re- staff to win game 5, and the Division Cham- IN HONOR OF KENNETH W. ALLEN markably, he is only the third pastor to serve pionship. II in the 125-year history of the church. This victory is a testament to the teamwork The warm and inclusive atmosphere of Im- and abilities of the Anaheim players and I HON. SAM FARR manuel Lutheran Church, located in Cleve- would like to congratulate them. OF CALIFORNIA land’s Tremont neighborhood, has remained IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES constant through the years. This spirit of co- I must also congratulate and thank Angels’ operation and unity has served to strengthen manager Mike Scioscia, coaches Bud Black, Friday, October 28, 2005 the spirit of the church and has also served to Orlando Mercado, Mickey Hatcher, Alfredo Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today as a strengthen and uplift the surrounding neigh- Griffin, Ron Roenicke, Joe Maddon and Steve former Boy Scout to honor Kenneth W. Allen borhoods. Soliz and the entire Angels’ staff. II, as he retires from 31 years as a profes- Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me A very special thanks goes to the Orange sional with the Boy Scouts of America. in honor and recognition of every leader and County fans who came out to cheer the Ana- Ken served the Scouting effort in six Scout member, past and present, of Immanuel Lu- heim Angels to victory. They were instru- councils throughout California, including San theran Church, as they celebrate 125 years of Francisco Bay Area Council, Forty-Niner offering spiritual guidance for countless fami- mental in bringing the Western Division Cham- Council, Santa Clara County Council, Orange lies and individuals throughout the Tremont pionship to Anaheim. County Council, and Great Western Council. neighborhood and beyond. Since 1880, the Mr. Speaker, the Anaheim Angels had a For the last four years he led the Monterey parish has evolved in scope and membership, great season and I join the residents of Ana- Bay Area Council as the Scout Executive, yet the mission and location has remained an heim looking forward to the next. serving Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey unwavering source of faith, hope and light,

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