E1518 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 13, 2012 experience the outdoors and spend time on the Nation. I would like to acknowledge their Singh, and Parmjit Kaur Toor were slain with- the water. This program also helps educate contributions to our District and our State, and out regard to human dignity or the sanctity of the community about the abilities of children I look forward to continuing that relationship as life. The people of my district and Americans with special needs and the value of providing we deal with the problems facing our great across the Nation stand in solidarity with the this type of experience to those young individ- Nation. Sikh community. Violence against any group is uals. Again, congratulations to the Macedonian unacceptable, and I offer my prayers and con- The Fishing Kids Program was established community for their achievements as we com- dolences to the families of the victims in Wis- in 1996 to give young people living in urban memorate the anniversary of their independ- consin and to Sikhs everywhere. areas exposure to fishing. Expert anglers vol- ence. Hate, particularly hate speech, is all too unteer to teach children fishing techniques, f common in today’s world. The Sikh commu- angler ethics, fish identification and water nity’s unified and peaceful response to this safety—giving young people the skills they IN HONOR OF OHIO STATE hateful attack demonstrates the resilient spirit need to begin a lifelong hobby. Kids also REPRESENTATIVE NAN BAKER of the Sikh people. They have shown the leave the program with a rod and reel to keep world their love of peace, and it is my hope and continue using. HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH that we can all learn from the Sikh community In 2011, the foundation launched a new pro- OF OHIO in the wake of this tragedy. gram called Take a Warrior Fishing. The first IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In this great country, there is no room for event was held at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Thursday, September 13, 2012 the prejudice, intolerance and stereotypes that This program connects transitioning military perpetuate hate acts and hate language. I personnel and their families to increase inter- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of State Representative Nan Baker of stand beside the Sikh people as they continue actions and appreciation for the outdoors. This to have the strength and dignity to be proud also gives returning servicemembers a thera- Ohio’s 16th House District. Before joining the Ohio General Assembly, of their long heritage. To show such grace peutic outlet by spending time on the water when faced with such a senseless act of vio- and in the outdoors. Representative Baker was a member of the Westlake Board of Education and served three lence is a true testament of their honorable Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I rec- culture. ognize the work of the C.A.S.T. for Kids Foun- terms as Westlake City Councilwoman. She has been an active member of the West I had the unique privilege to stand vigil with dation. Their creative solutions to helping kids the Sikh people from my district. To join to- and servicemembers by introducing them to Shore Chamber of Commerce for 18 years where she served two years as president and gether in the face of such animosity was an the sport of fishing helps a wide variety of honor. I commend the Sikh community in my special needs individuals in our communities. currently serves on the Board of Trustees. She has continued to be an avid business district and around the country for their coura- f owner for over 30 years while remaining active geous response. CELEBRATING MACEDONIA’S in her community. She is involved with the It is for these reasons that I ask my col- INDEPENDENCE DAY Community Advisory Board for St. John Med- leagues to join me in honoring the memory of ical Center, Westlake Kiwanis, Westlake/North the six Sikh Americans who were killed on Au- HON. CANDICE S. MILLER Olmsted League of Women Voters, Westside gust 5, 2012. OF MICHIGAN Professional Women’s Connection and the f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Westlake/Westshore Arts Council. HONORING POINT REYES Thursday, September 13, 2012 Over the years, Representative Baker’s hard NATIONAL SEASHORE work and dedication to public service has Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I earned her several honors and awards includ- rise today to recognize the Macedonian Com- ing the 1999 Honored Woman of the Year HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY munity in honor of their Independence Day. awarded by the Westlake/North Olmsted OF CALIFORNIA On September 8, 1991, the Republic of Mac- League of Women Voters, a Certificate of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES edonia voted to officially gain its independence Special U.S. Congressional Recognition, the Thursday, September 13, 2012 from the former Yugoslavia beginning a new Cleveland State University David C. Sweet era in the proud history of the Macedonian Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Award given to alumni for distinguished elect- honor Point Reyes National Seashore in Marin people. By approving the referendum, the peo- ed service, the Hugh Dawson Award given by ple decided that it was time for their country County, CA, on the occasion of its 50th anni- the West Shore Chamber of Commerce for versary. Millions of people—and flora and to forge its own path. This 21st anniversary of outstanding service to the business commu- their independence provides us all an oppor- fauna—have benefitted from the law President nity, and in 2009, the Chuck McDonald Coun- John F. Kennedy signed on September 13, tunity to recognize the Macedonian Commu- cil of Smaller Enterprises advocacy Award for nity’s significant contributions both within our 1962, ‘‘to save and preserve, for the purpose her service and dedication to small business. of public recreation, benefit, and inspiration, a country, and throughout the world. Currently as a State Representative in her Macedonia has been a dedicated ally to the portion of the diminishing seashore of the second term, Representative Baker chairs the United States in the Global War on Terror and United States that remains undeveloped.’’ Economic and Small Business Development has done much to promote liberty and democ- Celebrating with the theme of A Natural committee and is a member of the Education; racy throughout Europe and the world. With Sanctuary, A Human Haven, Point Reyes Na- Local Government; and Ways and Means American cooperation and support, Macedonia tional Seashore (PRNS) truly embodies these Committees. values. From its pristine beaches and forests has emerged as a center of multi-cultural Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me to its ranches and grasslands, the area pro- peace and stability in a part of the world in honoring the achievements of State Rep- vides recreational and cultural resources as known for strife and ethnic tensions. Their resentative Nan Baker. staunch support of freedom makes them a well as habitat for a wide variety of species. model for other countries in the region, and f And nearly one-third of known marine mam- their commitment to a U.S.-Macedonia rela- IN HONOR OF THE SIX SIKH AMER- mal species feed in the waters just off the tionship will lead to a richer, more prosperous ICANS SLAIN ON AUGUST 5, 2012 park’s coast. future for citizens of both countries. The Point Reyes peninsula has an unusu- As a way to recognize this partnership, I HON. JERRY McNERNEY ally rich history. Coast Miwok Indians inhab- ited the peninsula 500 years ago, and, in started the first Congressional Caucus on OF CALIFORNIA 1579, Sir Francis Drake and his crew became Macedonia and Macedonian-Americans. This IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Caucus is a bipartisan group of members of the first Europeans to meet the Miwoks when Congress dedicated to maintaining and Thursday, September 13, 2012 they stopped to replenish water and supplies. strengthening a positive and mutually bene- Mr. MCNERNEY. Mr. Speaker, today I rise The survivors of a shipwrecked Manila galleon ficial relationship between the United States to ask my colleagues to join me in honoring came ashore a few decades later, fore- and the Republic of Macedonia, as well as ad- the memory of the six Sikh Americans that shadowing a history of shipwrecks that led to vocating for the concerns and interests of the were shot and killed in a senseless act of vio- the establishment of dramatic lighthouses and Macedonian community in the United States. lence on August 5, 2012. lifesaving stations that exist today. In the 19th Michigan’s 10th District has one of the larg- Bhai Seeta Singh, Bhai Parkash Singh, Bhai century, ranchos were developed by Mexican est populations of Macedonian-Americans in Ranjit Singh, Satwant Singh Kaleka, Subegh land grantees, and ranching continues today

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MCPO Brinkheide Francisco earthquake, the sign of geological She is a member of the Economic and Small also worked tirelessly for 24 years to help or- land in motion as the peninsula moves north Business Development; Education; Finance ganize and implement the Prince William at the rate of two inches a year. and Appropriations; Public Utilities; and Joint County Tree Trimming Day of Remembrance, This special area was first conceived as a Bingo and Skill Based Gaming Committees. a ceremony held to honor those who died in park in 1938, and today it hosts over two mil- Representative Anielski has also opposed leg- alcohol and drug-related vehicle crashes. lion visitors a year. It is one of the country’s islation that would allow for drilling for oil and Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues rise most visited national parks. natural gas in state parks and other state to join me in recognizing and thanking John R. Mr. Speaker, it takes hard work by many vi- owned lands. Brinkheide for his steadfast and selfless serv- sionary and dedicated people to create and In addition to her responsibilities as a mem- ice to our country and for his ongoing con- maintain a jewel like Point Reyes National ber of the State House, Representative tributions to the betterment of our community. Seashore. I am proud to congratulate all of Anielski is active in her community. She do- f them on 50 years of providing A Natural Sanc- nates much of her time to various national, tuary, A Human Haven. state, and local organizations including the CONGRATULATING JENNIFER POTTER ON HER RETIREMENT f Small Communities Council of the National League of Cities, the Mayors’ and Municipali- HONORING VAN P. BARBIERI ties Automotive Coalition, the Chambers of HON. ADAM SMITH Commerce, and Junior Achievement. OF WASHINGTON HON. JANICE HAHN Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in honoring the achievements of State Rep- OF CALIFORNIA Thursday, September 13, 2012 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES resentative Marlene Anielski. f Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I Thursday, September 13, 2012 rise to honor and congratulate Jennifer Potter, Ms. HAHN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Van RECOGNIZING MASTER CHIEF the President and CEO of the Initiative for P. Barbieri, who passed away on September PETTY OFFICER (RET.) JOHN R. Global Development (IGD), on her retirement. 5, 2012. Van P. Barbieri was born on August BRINKHEIDE FOR HIS MORE Jennifer joined the group who would found 27, 1940 in San Pedro, California. He was a THAN 20 YEARS OF HONORABLE IGD in 2003 with a goal to reduce global pov- gentle, quiet man, who was never overbearing SERVICE TO THE U.S. NAVY erty through economic growth and investment. in expressing his ideas and thoughts about Under her leadership as President and CEO, making our community better. He served on HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY the Seattle-based organization grew from an the Board of Directors of several local organi- OF VIRGINIA ambitious idea to a widely recognized inter- zations. He was an affable San Pedro High IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES national organization. Jennifer has also led School graduate who became one of the top IGD’s efforts to direct more than $100 million Thursday, September 13, 2012 real estate salesmen on the Palos Verdes Pe- in investments to the developing world and al- ninsula for 35 years, most recently at the Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I tered the way governments and businesses Miraleste office of Remax, and was a former rise today to thank and commend Master engage in these areas. Her recent focus on president of the California Real Estate Asso- Chief Petty Officer (Ret.) John Robert African communities has opened the door for ciation. Brinkheide, of Dale City, Virginia, for his more employment opportunities and increased their To those in sports, he is remembered as the than 20 years of honorable and courageous access to various markets. former boxing publicist for the Olympic Audito- service to the United States Navy, his subse- Jennifer’s true passion for non-profit work rium during the arena’s heyday and a close quent 17 years of service supporting the De- stems from her service in the Peace Corps friend and aide-de-camp for Pro Football Hall partment of Defense in the private sector, and and experience leading multiple urban plan- of Fame coach, George Allen. He was given his continued service to our community. We ning and development organizations. She has the distinct honor of being inducted into the are fortunate to have among us veterans with also served on various boards of organizations California Boxing Hall of Fame. MCPO Brinkheide’s sense of duty and contin- focused on international policy. Her inspira- He is survived by his loving wife, Mary; ued commitment to public service. tional drive and vision will be difficult to re- mother, Eva; brothers and sisters-in-law, Den- MCPO Brinkheide enlisted in the U.S. Navy place, and her efforts to eliminate world hun- nis, (Lucretia), Anthony, (Linda) and John; in 1962 and completed electronics school the ger will always be remembered and appre- several step children and grandchildren; and same year. From 1962 to 1964 he served ciated. of course, countless friends. He was loved by aboard the USS Semmes, a ship he describes Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I all and will be missed dearly. as truly unique, tied together by a crew com- recognize and congratulate Jennifer Potter on f mitted to its mission and one another. His her retirement. I wish her the best in all her fu- service aboard the USS Semmes instilled in ture endeavors. IN HONOR OF OHIO STATE REP- him his sense of professionalism and ethics f RESENTATIVE MARLENE that guided him throughout the entirety of his ANIELSKI military and professional career. He attended RECOGNIZING DR. NEAL A. YOUNG advanced electronics school in 1965 and then HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH served for three years in Vietnam aboard an HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON OF OHIO in-river LST. After completing his tour in Viet- OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nam, MCPO Brinkheide served aboard the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES USS America from 1969 to 1976 and was pro- Thursday, September 13, 2012 moted to Master Chief Petty Officer. MCPO Thursday, September 13, 2012 Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Brinkheide’s last few years at sea were served Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor of State Representative Marlene aboard the USS Nashville as the Electronics recognize the accomplishments of District of Anielski of Ohio’s 17th House District. Material Officer from 1976 to 1980. MCPO Columbia resident Dr. Neal A. Young, recipi- Representative Anielski holds a Bachelor of Brinkheide spent his last year with the Navy ent of the 2012 Samuel J. Heyman Service to Arts degree from the University of Akron and working on strategic communications for the America Medal for Science and Environment. a Master of Business Administration from Naval Electronic Systems Command per- These prestigious awards, presented annually Cleveland State University where she also re- forming oversight of electronic equipment ac- by the Partnership for Public Service, honor ceived her certification as an Ohio Certified quisitions. outstanding achievements by federal employ- Public Manager. After retiring from the Navy in 1981, he ees in nine categories. Representative Anielski’s political career began a long career working for a contractor Dr. Young is the Chief of the Hematology began with her role as Walton Hills’ Council- supporting the Department of Defense, spe- Branch, National Heart, Lung and Blood Insti- woman, a position she held for two years be- cializing in systems acquisitions. Since retiring tute at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) fore being elected Mayor of Walton Hills. She from the Navy, Mr. Brinkheide has actively and the director of the NIH Center for Human

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