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UNITED NATIONS DAY 1991 Now, if this so-called new world order is to the production of chemical and biological work, it must be designed to avoid future wars weapons. These horrible devices of mass de­ HON. WAYNE OWENS and mediate conflict where it exists today. My struction have no place in the world currently OF UTAH idea of a new world order is one wherer. freed emerging. As the superpowers use their im­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the shackles of having to respond in what­ proved relations to begin the long process of Thursday, October 24, 1991 ever fashion to what was deemed to be anti­ scaling down their nuclear arsenals, they must communist, we can organize the nations to also use these relations to create strong Mr. OWENS of Utah. Mr. Speaker, today we oppose illegal military actions like Iraq's inva­ agreements which stop the further proliferation observe United Nations Day. This occasion sion of Kuwait by economic and political isola­ of nuclear weapons. should be used to both remember the tremen­ tiorr-rather than immediately resorting to a With each passing day, we are finding that dous accomplishments of this organization military response. guns and bombs do not constitute the only se­ since its founding, and look forward to its par­ For this reason, the United Nations will as­ rious threats to human life. The world's ex­ ticipation in the new world we now see emerg­ sume unprecedented importance in the com­ ploding population rate has overburdened nat­ ing. ing decades. In addition to security issues, the ural resources. Man-made waste clouds our With the cold war behind us, the United Na­ United Nations will play a vital part in such oceans, seeps into our ground water, and pol­ tions will assume unprecedented importance areas of mutual interest as the global environ­ lutes our air. Rain forests-which literally com­ as a meeting place for East and West. In this ment, nutrition, and the betterment of the pose most of the Earth's respiratory system­ atmosphere of greater global cooperation, the human condition. It is no exaggeration to say are being destroyed at an astonishing and United Nations will hopefully be an effective that a new world order will only work if its sep­ devastating rate. We've all been made aware tool for peacefully resolving regional disputes arate parts are joined together by the stabiliz­ of these and other environmental concerns by and continuing to strive for the betterment of ing bonds of the United Nations. activists and the media. But it is obviously not the human condition. Hunger and disease, still prevalent in so The end of the cold war and the accom­ enough to pay lip service to something that many areas of the world, are attacked by U.N. panying warming of relations between the su­ seriously threatens the world our children will relief efforts. U.N. teams are relentlessly in­ perpowers have given the United Nations be forced to live in. vestigating human rights violations wherever more freedom to accomplish its goals. While There is perhaps no better symbol for the they occur. Peacekeeping forces are bringing East and West once took strategic sides in kind of integrated world the United Nations stability to troubled regions, and creating a cli­ any regional conflict, they can now join to­ evisions than the global ecosystem itself. With mate for negotiations. A major U.N. con­ gether in order to find peaceful resolutions. acid rain originating in one nation and falling ference to be held in the coming year will ad­ Today, the only meaningful meeting place for on another, interational boundaries become ir­ dress the urgent environmental crisis the world these former enemies is in the United Nations. relevant. Indeed, every nation is equally now faces and discuss international solutions. The United Nations will have to make sig­ threatened by a damaged atmosphere and As actors in this new world which is coming nificant changes within its own structure in polluted oceans. The time is overdue for an together piece by piece, we should always order to adjust to its new position of increased international agenda to avoid environmental keep in mind the noble aims of the United Na­ importance on the world stage. The United catastrophe, and I believe the creation of this tions. Nations has been weak, intimidated at times. agenda is one of the primary responsibi!ities of Four days ago I had the distinct pleasure of We need a strong Secretary General when the United Nations today. The growing inter­ sending a message to Israeli Prime Minister Perez de Cuellar leaves-one who will seize national cooperation we are witnessing must Yitzhak Shamir. I congratulated him on making the U.N.'s opportunities and lead in restraining be harnessed for this urgent purpose. final arrangements for the historic Mideast the neighborhood bullies of the world. A need­ The U.N. Environment Program, which was peace conference which will begin next week ed change, particularly in the area of inter­ created in 1972, is scheduled to hold a major in Madrid. At the same time, I expressed my national security, is a shift from reacting to re­ conference on the environment in Rio de Ja­ sincere hope that these talks will result in sig­ gional conflicts on an ad hoc basis to full-time neiro, Brazil, in 1992. I would like to see Con­ nificant progress toward lasting peace in the mediating. I agree with others who suggest gress create an advisory commission from most dangerous and troubled region of the the creation of permanent, regional U.N. of­ U.S. science, industry, and environmental world. fices staffed with knowledgeable, full-time me­ groups to prepare for this important con­ This wasn't an empty gesture on my part. diators. Such offices could be preventive med­ ference. I would also like to hear from any of After more than 15 serious study visits to the icine for international conflict. you who would offer advice, possible through Middle East in the last 3112 years, including The key to the effectiveness of this or any citizen panels. And, when the time comes for Jordan, Israel, Egypt, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Ku­ U.N. program, however, is cooperation. Coun­ the meeting, delegates from our Government wait, and other gulf countries, I believe that a tries of diverse traditions and beliefs on every must work aggressively with delegates from lasting peace is in fact possible in the Middle continent must learn to see the United Nations other nations to produce new instruments of East. as more than something they will tolerate only international law and set up adequate environ­ These are days when a person can dare to as long as it furthers their own interests. For mental funding. believe in the triumph of peace and freedom. these governments, the United Nations must These are indeed times which offer great Not too long ago, who would have imagined become a trusted, impartial arbitrator. opportunities for international cooperation and democracy, even limited, being won by the Enhanced cooperation will hopefully avoid the creation of agreements which will be for people of the Soviet Union, Czechoslovakia, future sacrifices by courageous U.N. peace­ the good of all mankind. But, as we forge this and Nicaragua? Today the previously impos­ keeping forces. The signs are good. Less than new order, we must remember that alongside sible seems possible. a week ago, members of the U.N. Security the much-celebrated democratization of East­ Out of this swirling geopolitical map, Presi­ Council agreed to share information with one ern Europe and Latin America are dark areas dent Bush has called for the forging of a new another about sales of tanks, artillery, military of extreme need. Gross human rights viola­ world order. Significantly, the President intro­ aircraft, ships, and missile systems to coun­ tions persist from Cambodia to Guatemala. duced this term into common usage when this tries in the Middle East. It goes without saying Hunger plagues much of the world. We cannot Nation was on the brink of war. But new world that a few years ago, such cooperation could consider any new geopolitical alignment-any order must be more than a rallying cry to gath­ have halted Saddam Hussein's deadly military new world order-successful unless it ad­ er an international posse and discipline an buildup. Members of the Security Council must dresses these problems. The United Nations Iraqi dictator. join with all other U.N. members in banning must draw developing countries into the new

• This "bullet" symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. 28594 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 order by stimulating their participation in the TRIBUTE TO DAVID EDWARDS; The skeptics point out that liberation left world economy. In this age of cooperation WATER CONSERVATIONIST OF Kuwait a chaos of blazing oil wells and back­ among developed nations, it will be possible to THE YEAR ward politics. This misses the point: that Kuwait is no longer enslaved. The Iraqis' coordinate multilateral assistance in financial campaign of rape and plunder was inter­ and technical areas. HON. CLAUDE HARRIS rupted. The vandals were expelled, their The United Nations, which have been de­ OF ALABAMA army destroyed. scribed here, is a powerful player in the devel­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Not just Kuwait but the entire Middle East is better off for Saddam Hussein's defeat. Oil oping new world order. Some might question Thursday, October 24, 1991 if the organization is up to this challenge. I flows unimpeded at virtually the same price as before the invasion, Israel's most threat­ would answer that the United Nations has al­ Mr. HARRIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to bring to the attention of my colleagues the out­ ening neighbor is cowed, and prospects for ways striven for a new world order, one that Arab-Israeli talks are better than in years. goes beyond what President Bush probably standing accomplishments of one of my con­ stituents in Fort Deposit, AL. That individual is None of this would be true if Saddam had had in mind. The U.N.'s preamble vows "to gone unchallenged. save succeeding generations from the scourge David Edwards, manager of the Fort Deposit The war also renewed respect for America. of war," "reaffirm faith in fundamental human Waterworks and Sewer Board. From the president's leadership to the Pen­ Mr. Edwards was recently named "Water rights" and "promote social progress." We tagon's smart bombs to U.S. soldiers' com­ Conservationist of the Year" by the Alabama would do well to keep these goals in mind petence and humanity, American perform­ Wildlife Federation during the presentation of ance was justly admired. The disciplined use when creating any new order in the world. the 1991 Governor's Conservation Achieve­ of military force for good ends, in painstak­ ment Awards. He received this honor because ing partnership with allies, affirmed our best of his leadership in the construction of an in­ tradition. This psychological gain came at a crucial TRIBUTE TO THE 24TH GRADUAT- novative wetlands wastewater treatment sys­ moment in history, just as the United States ING CLASS OF MARATHON tem in Fort Deposit. was emerging as the single superpower, cap­ HOUSE The town of Fort Deposit working with the tain of the winning side in the Cold War. In­ firm of CH2M Hill used local funds and an En­ creased regard for American power will as­ vironmental Protection Agency grant to design sist in its constructive use in coming years. HON. RONALD K. MAClfl1EY and build the project. The system has per­ It is true that the survival of the tyrant formed well within its permit limitation since it Saddam Hussein, cause of so much misery, OF RHODE ISLAND was placed in operation. In view of the fact beclouds the victory. Count among the les­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sons of the Gulf war, then, a fresh apprecia­ that such systems are relatively new to the tion of the futility of accommodating so Thursday, October 24, 1991 field of wastewater technology, a small town ruthless an oppressor. such as Fort Deposit took a risk in investing Mr. MACHTLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today local funds toward this construction. to recognize the 24th graduating class of Mar­ America's wetlands are an invaluable natu­ IN HONOR OF DR. HARLAN J. athon House. On Sunday, November 3, 1991, ral ecosystem. Creative uses of technology SMITH Marathon House will be honoring these men such as that by Fort Deposit is an important and women who have devoted the past year step in preserving and protecting our wet­ HON. RONALD D. COLEMAN to overcome a chemical dependency. lands. I commend David Edwards on his stew­ OF TEXAS Marathon House has specialized in the pre­ ardship and I extend my congratulations on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vention and treatment of substance abuse his well-deserved recognition. Thursday, October 24, 1991 since 1967. Marathon House is staffed by pro­ Mr. COLEMAN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise fessionals in the treatment of chemical de­ THE GULF WAR IN RETROSPECT pendency. Counselors, educators, research­ today to remember my friend, Dr. Harlan J. ers, and scholars come from all over the Unit­ Smith. Dr. Smith was an Edward Randall, Jr., ed States to work at Marathon House. Mara­ HON. IKE SKELTON M.D. centennial professor in astronomy and thon House stresses research to stay in the OF MISSOURI former chairman of the department of astron­ forefront of the constantly changing patterns of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES omy of the University of Texas at Austin. I met substance abuse. Thursday, October 24, 1991 him when he was appointed director of the Marathon House plays a major role in our McDonald Observatory in Fort Davis, TX. Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, the best edi­ Dr. Smith cherished his role as an educator. State's antidrug effort. Marathon House's input torial I have read that sums up our efforts He believed the public could share in his love into drug and crime issues have always been against Saddam Hussein, can be found in the of astronomy and created a number of public of invaluable use to me as I personally con­ News-Tribune of Jefferson City, MO, on Au­ outreach programs, including the nationally sider drug and crime issues before Congress. gust 2, 1991. The lesson to be learned is the syndicated program "Stardate," which helped I have also enjoyed a close working relation­ same one that Winston Churchill unsuccess­ bring the skies just a little closer to everyone ship with David Mactas, president of Marathon fully attempted to warn against in the late who came in contact with the west Texas ob­ House, as he participated on my advisory 1930's: "Freedom loving nations cannot ac­ servatory. committee meeting on September 10, 1991. I commodate an oppressing one." The News­ The University of Texas decided to establish look forward to a continued working relation­ Tribune article is enclosed herewith for the an astronomy department and run the observ­ ship with all associated with this most distin­ benefit of the Members of this body: atory in the early 1960's. Dr. Smith was in­ guished organization. GULF WAR IN REVIEW volved in both of these visions. Marathon House has been committed to One year after Iraq's invasion of Kuwait, The McDonald Observatory was originally helping people break the cycle of substance some are belittling the accomplishments of operated by the University of Chicago until the the Gulf war. It is worth reviewing what this abuse and begin the path to recovery and University of Texas A~tronomy Department self-sufficiency. They have proved that people exercise of national will achieved. Most fundamentally, it upheld the prin­ moved to Mount Locke in the Davis Moun­ do recover from addiction to restore their ca­ ciple of nonaggression. George Bush's war tains. The observatory houses a 107-inch re­ reers, family, homes, and become contributing foiled a strong, militaristic power that had flector telescope and an 82-inch reflector tele­ members of society. seized and looted and annexed a small but scope, as well as a number of smaller tele­ It has taken great sacrifice for these grad­ wealthy neighbor. Never before had one scopes, two of which are dedicated primarily uates to face their addiction and begin the member of the United Nations simply wiped to public use-just one step that brought many long healing process. For their accomplish­ another off the map. The United States' de­ termined stand rallied nearly universal sup­ of us closer to the stars. ments the graduates of Marathon House de­ port. The allies' decisive action not only cut Today, I would like to remember Dr. Smith serve our respect and admiration. I wish all short a regional tyrant's career of conquest not ony for unveiling some of the mysteries of the graduates of Marathon House health and but made naked aggression less likely any­ the stars, but also for making other contribu­ happiness in the future. where in the world. tions to the field of astronomy. Two of his October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28595 goals that have yet to be accomplished in­ (3) Preserving the State of Montana's sov­ who have generously contributed their time cluded use of the Moon as a base for an ob­ ereignty to adjudicate and quantify water and energies to the Democratic Party and our servatory and human exploration of Mars. rights. The water language this committee community in general, Lonnie Kahler and Dr. Smith has been honored by his peers adopted in the Wirth/Brown Colorado wilder­ ness bill seems appropriate for the Montana Kathy Kohl. for his tangible contributions to astronomy-an bill. The Governor has sent a very capable The commitment to take an active, construc­ increase in public understanding and interest representative, Karen Barclay, who will tive role in our community is a responsibility and his forward thought for the future study of speak to this issue on a later panel. we all share. Lonnie and Kathy have the stars-and received the NASA Distin­ (4) Iron-clad language releasing non-wil­ unfailingly dedicated themselves to our most guished Public Service Medal. derness areas. We must also resolve the fu­ important concerns. They are our unsung he­ Mr. Speaker, I would also like to extend the ture of the S. 393 or wilderness study areas roes: tirelessly devoting hundreds-even thou­ sympathy of my colleagues in Congress to his by setting a date for their release. sands-of hours to the Democratic Party and (5) Recognizing how the current adminis­ wife, Joan Smith, and their children and trative appeals system has paralyzed forest Democratic candidates. grandchildren. management in Montana. Last year alone More than this, the success of the Clinton Dr. Harlan Smith will be remembered by ev­ over 300 million board feet of Forest Service Township Democratic Club has been fortu­ eryone who shares his love for the sky and timber in Montana was tied up in appeals itously tied to the dedication and commitment the stars. I know that I was one of the lucky and litigation. of these women. Time after time, Lonnie and ones who was influenced by this love. (6) Enhancing future tourism opportunities Kathy have been there when we needed in Montana. them. And without their steadfast devotion, our Again, I would urge that we stand together bingo would not be the success that it has be­ REMARKS BEFORE THE SENATE after reaching a consensus and that together we reject attempts by outside interests to in­ come. SUBCOMMITTEE ON PUBLIC vade our State, manipulate our media, steal And finally, Mr. Speaker, Lonnie and Kathy LANDS, NATIONAL PARKS AND our jobs and deny us of our heritage of rec­ also share the added joy of being close, per­ FORESTS reational opportunities. sonal friends. They have blended work, family, And Senator Baucus, I again take your and friendship into a winning combination from HON. RON MARLENEE statement in the Great Falls Tribune of Oc­ which we all have benefited and for which we tober 21, 1991, at face value where you stated, are all very grateful. OF MONTANA "We Montanans can work this out. I don't IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES think we want other States telling us what I ask that my colleagues join me in saluting the fine accomplishments and outstanding Thursday, October 24 , 1991 the boundaries should be." I am committed to this effort because one dedication of Lonnie Kahler and Kathy Kohl. Mr. MARLENEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to sub­ of the major benefits of resolving this issue mit for my colleagues a copy of my remarks is to provide stability and balance to the on October 22 before the Senate Subcommit­ State of Montana. This commitment has ART SIMON'S LEGACY LIVES ON tee on Public Lands, National Parks and For­ caused me to employ the services of one of AT BREAD FOR THE WORLD ests. The issue at hand concerns the debate the most respected professionals in the For­ est Service in Montana. Retired Gallatin HAil over the proposed Montana wilderness legisla­ Forest supervisor Bob Gibson has profes­ HON. TONY P. tion. sional experience on six of Montana's 10 na­ OF OHIO Mr. Chairman, I congratulate you for hold­ tional forests. Bob's credibility in this area IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing today's hearing to attempt to solve the was demonstrated when he worked for you, Thursday , October 24, 1991 wilderness debate in Montana. This entire ef­ Senator Baucus, in 1985. fort is commendable and is now more impor­ In summary, we have the maximum wilder­ Mr. HALL of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I would like tant than ever. ness as embodied in S. 1696, a fine wilderness to call the attention of my colleagues to an ar­ Obviously, there are honest differences by proposal from WETA and the Forest Serv­ ticle by Colman McCarthy entitled "A Builder well-meaning people on how many acres to ice's recommendations. We also have that of Fences Against Hunger" which appeared in protect, and how areas are to be managed. undiscovered mother lode that we can only the Washington Post on October 22, 1991. Whether or not I decide to introduce my own reach by non-partisan consensus. The article praises Art Simon, founder of the If you do not reach that consensus, you wilderness bill depends on you, Senator Bau­ nonprofit organization Bread for the World. Mr. cus. I appreciate your letter to me of Sep­ will have a political football. One must re­ tember 23 (see attachment) expressing your member that Montana has a Republican Sen­ Simon recently stepped down as president. willingness to work with me on this issue. ator, a Republican Congressman, a Repub­ Under Mr. Simon's leadership, Bread for the To pass a wilderness bill that does not, I lican Governor, and Republican Secretaries World has made extraordinary contributions to repeat does not attempt to modify or resolve of Agriculture and Interior. improverished populations in America and the appeals controversy, is to deceive the I pledge to you that we can support a pro­ around the world. Mr. Simon has combined people of Montana. posal with balance. There are those who say idealism, sound preventive policy, and shrewd Nearly every State that has passed a state­ some of the protection of Montana interests politics to educate government leaders and that we ask cannot be achieved. I would re­ wide wilderness bill still has just as many or provide relief for hunger people. Bread for the even more problems with administrative ap­ spond and challenge you that I will produce peals than those States without a statewide every vote of the minority side of both the World has assembled one of the most exten­ wilderness law. House Subcommittee on National Parks and sive grass-root networks in the country and To say that we will pass a wilderness bill Public Lands and the full House Interior has successfully lobbied for domestic and simply for the sake of passing a wilderness Committee. The challenge for you is to pro­ international aid packages. bill is saying we really do not care if we are vide us the five or six votes on the majority As chairman of the Select Committee on tying the hands of professional land man­ side. Hunger, I would like to take this opportunity to agers and do not care about recreation and It seeks to me we have a force to be reck­ commend Art for his achievements as presi­ tourism. oned with so we must work together to come together. dent of Bread for the World. But, I also thank Let me tell you that I believe we must him for leaving a potent advocacy group that have professionals manage our lands under good stewardship and allow opportunities for will continue to provide the Select Committee recreation. TRIBUTE TO LONNIE KAHLER AND on Hunger, America, and the world with in­ There are certain basic principles that KATHY KOHL valuable support in the fight against hunger. must be embodied in any wilderness bill be­ For the benefit of my colleagues a copy of Mr. fore it gets my support and that of Mon­ HON. DAVID E. BONIOR McCarthy's article follows. tanans. [From the Washington Post, Oct. 22, 1991) These principles include: OF MICHIGAN (1) Providing the widest possible spectrum IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A BUILDER OF FENCES AGAINST HUNGER of recreation opportunities. Thursday, October 24, 1991 (By Colman McCarthy) (2) Designation of highest-quality wilder­ A childhood inkling came to Arthur Simon ness lands and give proper emphasis to other Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, I am very that he would have a fair chance for a happy deserving lands for recreation, education, pleased to join the Clinton Township Demo­ and stimulating life if he helped others. But scenic values and wildlife. cratic Club in honoring two very special people how? His father, a spiritual man who 28596 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 pastored Lutheran churches in Oregon and IN CELEBRATION OF THE lOOTH commercial uranium mill site, other than the Illinois, offered a thought: Some people get ANNIVERSARY OF WESLEY UNIT­ tailings which are generated at that particular an ambulance and do rescue work at the bot­ ED METHODIST CHURCH site, without the consent of the State in which tom of the cliff, others stay on top and build the site is located. I am prompted to introduce a fence at the edge. HON. MARCY KAP'IUR this legislation because of indications that the Simon decided on fence work. His choice OF OHIO Nuclear Regulatory Commission [NRG] may brought him to Washington in 1972 where he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES soon take steps to open commercial uranium founded and began directing Bread for the mill sites to the disposal of radioactive wastes Thursday, October 24, 1991 World. It would become one of the nation's other than the tailings which result from nor­ most effective and sophisticated advocacy Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, on October 26 mal mill operations-a policy which, if adopt­ groups both for food assitance to the world's the Wesley United Methodist Church in To­ ed, could in effect turn the impoundments at hungry and for developmental programs in ledo, OH will celebrate its 100th anniversary. poor countries. those uranium mill sites into low-level radio­ The congregation of Wesley United Methodist active waste disposal facilities. Earlier this month, Simon, 61, became Church has served its community with the ut­ president emeritus of Bread for the World. most in distinction throughout the past century, The prospect of using commercial uranium He left despite requests from the board that providing not only religious leadership but mill sites to dispose of off-site wastes is of he stay on. He has written eight books and moral support and the advocation of a strong great concern in Utah, and may be in other has a few more he'd like to get out. Ane he'd value system to an entire community. States as well. For instance, uranium mill sites like to be around a bit more as he and his The Wesley United Methodist Church was in Utah do not all meet the State's siting cri­ wife raise the youngest of their four chil­ founded on October 25, 1891 when members teria for low-level waste with respect to re­ dren, a daughter of 5. Then, too, he'd like to of the then St. John's Methodist Church held quirements such as those affecting proximity spend time with another builder of fences, their first Sunday school meeting at the Spring to human habitation, national parks, or perma­ his brother, Sen. Paul Simon (D) of Illinois. Street Public School. In 1895, the congrega­ nent streams. Further, some of the impound­ Bread for the World is in hearty condition: tion met for the first time in their own building ments at these sites lack protective liners, 45,000 dues-paying members in 335 local chap­ on Spring and Mulberry Streets. One year adding to the possibility that contamination will ters and with a reputation for going well be­ later, the Central Ohio Conference recognized occur. The question of whether it is environ­ yond such measures of Washington success the Spring Street Methodist Episcopal Church mentally sound to use these impoundments as staging conferences, issuing reports and as an organized society. for the disposal of anything beyond the tailings getting on "Crossfire." By 1923 the congregation had outgrown its which are already being generated onsite is Simon, also a Lutheran minister, went for meeting house on Spring and Mulberry Street one that should be scrutinized very carefully, the harder work of trying to reduce hunger and moved to its current parsonage at 2328 particularly in light of our costly experience through policy changes. In 1984, lobbying and Stickney Avenue. With the move, the con­ with remediation at defunct uranium mill letter-writing exertions by Bread for the gregation also changed the name to the Wes­ sites-a cleanup program which is currently World members were credited with passing ley United Episcopal Church. estimated to cost about a billion dollars. the Africa Relief and Recovery Act. It dis­ The early years were hard ones for the There is also a question of fairness. Utah is pensed $800 million for famine relief. In 1988, members of the Wesley United Episcopal already, very unfortunately in my view, host to the organization worked to win a $250 mil­ Church. The depression threatened to take the lion increase in U.S. development assistance one waste disposal site which is licensed to church away from the parishioners. Through to Africa. Bread for the World rallied support receive out of State radioactive wastes. We for a $73 million increase for the domestic what could be viewed as divine intervention, however, the parish obtained a loan and the also have a hazardous waste landfill which re­ Women, Infants and Children program. It is ceives most of its waste from out of State­ now lobbying for passage of the 1991 Horn of church remained and the congregation stayed together. and two hazardous waste incinerators which Africa Recovery Relief Act and the 1991 Free­ would far surpass Utah's own needs are under dom From Want Act. As with most urban centers in the 1960's and 1970's, the Wesley Episcopal Church ex­ development. If the NRG eventually proceeds "We wanted to get people to see that no perienced a shift in its mission due to a along the lines that have been suggested, I less important or urgent than direct aid is change in the make-up of the surrounding fear that its action will very likely result in the the work of getting the nation's leaders to designation of uranium mill sites as additional make national policy decisions that help neighborhood. At that time, the congregation of the church decided to change the name locations in Utah for the disposal of out-of­ people work their way out of hunger and State radioactive wastes. This would add to poverty," Simon wrote in a 1985 paper. "One once again to the Wesley United Methodist stroke of the President's pen or one vote in Church-the name the church bears today. the already intolerable environmental burden Congress can often have an impact on hun­ Mr. Speaker, over the past century, parish­ of waste disposal which Utah is carrying on gry people that exceeds what we do through ioners have come and gone but the Wesley behalf of other States. private assistance. Why contribute in church United Methodist Church has stayed true to its To further give States such as Utah the to relieve hunger, and by our silence on pub­ original mission of helping those in need in our means to protect themselves from out-of-State lic policy lock people more deeply into hun­ community. On behalf of the U.S. Congress, I radioactive wastes, I have included a provision ger? would like to extend my sincere wishes to the in the bill which would allow a State to prevent An unpreachy tone of spirituality runs Wesley United Methodist Church for another the storage or disposal within the State of ura­ through Simon's writings. It is Biblical and 100 years of devotion to those ideals that nium mill tailings which originate outside of the prophetically grounded: "One practical make the church a shining example of what is State. meaning of rooting our understanding of good about our community and this Nation. I do not want Utah, with its magnificent nat­ hunger in God's rescuing love is that we live by grace, not guilt. Hunger leaves many peo­ ural heritage, to become the Nation's dumpsite ple feeling guilty. However, guilt is a poor INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION for any of these wastes. The bill I am introduc­ motivator. It's immobilizes us because it un­ TO ENABLE STATES TO GUARD ing today would allow States to plug one more derscores our captivity to sin. But grace­ THEIR DOORS AGAINST OUT OF hole in the leaky dike which has allowed im­ God's extraordinary gift of love-sets us free STATE WASTE ported wastes of all kinds to wash over their to live for others.'' borders. It is in keeping with other legislation That's what Simon has done at Bread for HON. WAYNE OWENS which I have introduced to enable States to the World. It's been hidden work mostly. He OF UTAH guard their doors against out-of-State waste has called world hunger "the silent holo­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and its attendant environmental hazards. And caust," so perhaps it fits in that his way of it reflects my firm belief that neither Utah nor Thursday, October 24, 1991 combating it has been noiseless. In Washing­ any other State should be subjected ton, the less clamor and sound an advocacy Mr. OWENS of Utah. Mr. Speaker, I am in­ unwillingly to a proliferation of facilities for the group emits, often the greater progress it troducing legislation today which would specify disposal of out-of-State wastes, including ra­ makes. that no material may be disposed of at any dioactive wastes. October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28597 TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL CANTONE recently recognized by the Statesman, a Mis­ less fortunate, the abundant and naturally re­ souri publication, as "Statesman of the newing wildlife resources of our land. The pro­ HON. RONALD K. MACHTLEY Month." This honor is designed to recognize a gram was developed in 1989 by one of our OF RHODE ISLAND person who exemplifies the highest standards leading sportsmen's conservation organiza­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of public service. The article designating his tions, Safari Club International, which at its Thursday, October 24, 1991 honor states as follows: own expense is coordinating the program with CHARLES KIEFNER State wildlife management departments, local Mr. MACHTLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Maj. Gen. Charles Kiefner, the state's adju­ food banks, and soup kitchens. It is a growing to recognize Michael Cantone of North Provi­ tant general, has headed the Missouri Na­ program that has already brought praise from dence, RI. tional Guard since 1981 and has enjoyed a Governors and local Salvation Army officials Michael Cantone was born on April 6, 1939. lengthy military career. alike. Bob Young, regional director of Safari As a sergeant in the Army, he served over­ As adjutant general, Kiefner has helped de­ Club International has chaired this effort and seas in Germany. Michael Cantone and his velop his organization into what is consid­ raised the visibility of this charity nationwide. wife, Diane, have had three children together. ered one of the best National Guard outfits They are Michael, Jr., Lynn, and Donna. He in the country. It is charity in the finest and most personal The 61-year-old Cape Girardeau native en­ sense of the word. This Nation's sportsmen at has always been a sports enthusiast and run­ listed in the Missouri National Guard in 1947. ner. Just recently Michael Cantone has suf­ He entered active duty in 1950 and served in their expense are having a large portion of the fered great tragedy in his life. In addition to Germany with the Guard's 175th Military Po­ wild game they harvest processed into 2- suffering a heart attack, he became a double lice Battalion. pound packages and delivered to local food amputee. He was commissioned as a second lieuten­ bank centers. During 1990, it is estimated that Despite this great hardship Michael Cantone ant in the National Guard in 1951. He has 20 tons of quality meat were donated, distrib­ has held his head high and always kept his served as platoon leader, company com­ uted, and consumed as a result of Sportsmen enthusiasm despite his sickness. His good mander, battalion motor officer, brigade ad­ Against Hunger. jutant, executive officer and logistics officer. spirit and positive attitude are inspirational to He was Missouri's adjutant general from This past weekend, some of the best hun­ all around him. June 1973 to March 1977. He returned to the ter-conservationists in this country met at the Michael Cantone's outlook on life helps to post in January 1981 after serving as a liai­ historic and beautiful Y.0. Ranch in Mountain put everyday problems into proper perspec­ son officer at the U.S. Military Academy in Home, TX, as the guests of the Schreiner tive. Because he has touched the community West Point, N.Y. The Missouri National Guard comprises 154 family, who have owned and worked the around him to such an extent, a benefit will be 40,000-acre ranch for four generations. In ad­ held on his behalf on November 3, at the 1025 units, employs about 2,000 full-time workers and has about 13,000 members. About 1,300 dition to the finest herd of original longhorn Club in Johnston, RI. It is with great pleasure members were activated for duty during the cattle in the world, over 50 species of game that I wish this very special individual happi­ Persian Gulf War. animals roam the ranch. And today the Y.O. ness and a bright future. "We're top drawer," Kiefner says of the Ranch offers hunting, game viewing, and con­ Missouri National Guard. "We have a good servation education programs to thousands of reputation." TRIBUTE TO MARC ROULEAU, CON­ He adds: "I think our past record in visitors each year. SERVATION ENFORCEMENT OFFI­ Central America and Desert Storm points Another unique aspect of our hunt this past CER OF THE YEAR out how well-trained our soldiers are and weekend was that all 50 of us hunted with how professional they really are, and they handguns exclusively because of the chal­ will answer the call to our country if they're HON. CLAUDE HARRIS asked to." lenge handgun hunting presents. It is a difficult OF ALABAMA Kiefner, who lives in Jefferson City but sport, and that is why thousands of hunters IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES maintains a residence in Perryville, is imme­ each year turn to the handgun as their firearm Thursday, October 24, 1991 diate past president and a member of the ex­ of choice. It is also why, when we debate and ecutive committee of the National Guard As­ discuss firearms issues, it is important to real­ Mr. HARRIS. Mr. Speaker, I wish to com­ sociation of the United States. mend Officer Marc Rouleau of the Alabama ize that there is widespread ethical, legal His military honors include: the Meritori­ sporting use of handguns in this country. I am Department of Conservation who was recently ous Service Medal, Army Commendation named "Conservation Enforcement Officer of Medal and Humanitarian Service Medal. proud to be a handgun hunter. Herb Bobchin, director at large of Safari Club International the Year" by the Alabama Wildlife Federation. The Alabama Wildlife Federation recognized and chairman of the handgun advisory board, his contributions in the area of conservation SPORTSMEN AGAINST HUNGER is to be commended for his efforts in initiating enforcement as part of its 1991 Governor's this opportunity. Conservation Achievement Awards Program. HON. RON MARLENEE In recognition of their generosity and caring Among his many accomplishments, Officer OF MONTANA for the needs of fellow citizens, I would like to Rouleau is responsible for the breakup of a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recognize the following celebrities and distin­ ring that had been illegally killing more than 30 Thursday, October 24, 1991 guished hunters from this past weekend for deer each year. In addition, he has made 82 Mr. MARLENEE. Mr. Speaker, there are their contributions to Sportsmen Against Hun­ hunting- and fishing- related arrests. His en­ those who would question whether handguns ger: forcement efforts contribute to the skillful pres­ and pistols are used by sportsmen in the pur­ Major General Joe Engle (retired), Edward ervation and management of Alabama's abun­ suit of game. Edson, Dan Harper, Ron Marlenee, Andy dant natural resources. Let me assure the people of this Nation, Phillips, John Taffin, Jack Lewis, Stan At­ Congratulations to Officer Rouleau on this and my colleagues, that it is so and the num­ wood, Louis Schreiner, Howard Pollock, well-deserved recognition of his continuing bers are growing. Warren Parker, Don Kirn, Herb Bobchin, Bob dedication and service in conservation en­ It has reached the point that once a year we Young, Holt Bodinson, and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kemmerer. forcement. gather celebrities and shooters together from around the Nation for the Celebrity Handgun Lou Sicola, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Al Diprima, Joe Wright, John MAJOR GENERAL KIEFNER Hunt. This past weekend, I had the pleasure of Reinhart, Ed Grant, Dennis Madriaga, John HONORED Prather, Carl Rapp, David Small, Dirk joining a group of outstanding American Stark, Terry Thompson, Robert Gow, Kay HON. IKE SKELTON sportsmen and women who in 3 days har­ Gow, Hugo DiGiovanni, and Don Rosso. vested and donated over 8,000 pounds of wild OF MISSOURI Bill Kratz, John Wooters, Hal Swiggett, game meat to the Salvation Army and other IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mark Hampton, Dick Metcalf, Tom Mcin­ charitable food banks for the purpose of feed­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 tyre, J.D. Jones, Ken Kelly, Bob Baker, ing this country's hungry. Peter Pi, Peter Pi, Jr., Bill Grover, Jim Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, Missouri Na­ Sportsmen Against Hunger is a national ef­ Morey, Ken French, Mike Wright, Dennis tional Guard Maj. Gen. Charles Kiefner was fort by American hunters to share with citizens Lawrence, and Pam Atwood. 28598 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 INTRODUCTION OF CONGRES- may serve, and to limit the total number of TRIBUTE TO BERT AND JANE SIONAL TERM LIMITATION RESO­ terms Representatives and Senators may BOECKMANN LUTION serve. Section 1. The term of office of Represent­ HON. GARY A. FRANKS ative shall be 4 years. HON. ELTON GAllEGLY OF CONNECTICUT Section 2. A Representative is limited to OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES three consecutive terms at a time, but must Thursday, October 24, 1991 be absent at least one term before being HON. HOWARD L BERMAN elected to that seat again. A person may not Mr. FRANKS of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, serve as a Representative for more than a OF CALIFORNIA earlier today, I introduced legislation which total of 24 years. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES would limit the number of terms a Member of Section 3. A Senator is limited to two con­ Congress could serve. secutive terms at a time, but must be absent Thursday, October 24, 1991 This legislation is vital to our political system at least one term before being elected as and will bring competition back into our politi­ Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. Speaker, we rise today Senator again. A person may not serve as to extend our congratulations to our good cal process. Public support for term limitation Senator for more than a total of 24 years. is running high. friends, Bert and Jane Boeckmann. The The American public is in a furor over the Section 4. The election or appointment of a Boeckmanns have been honored by the As­ person to fill a vacancy shall not be included way this system operates. They perceive Con­ sistance League of Southern California as in determining the number of times a person gress as a country club where membership is Man and Woman of the Year, an extremely fit­ has been elected. for life, where special privileges are the perks ting designation for the many accomplish­ of the job, and where Members are out of Section 5. The limits of terms will begin ments and attributes of this outstanding cou­ touch with their constituencies because they after the date of ratification of this article. ple. are so entrenched in their congressional With pleasure, we quote the Assistance seats. League's tribute to the Boeckmanns: Briefly, my bill would change the term of of­ fice for Representatives to 4 years and would MARIA SPACAGNA Assistance League of Southern California recognizes Bert and Jane Boeckmann for set a limit of three consecutive terms. In other their abiding support of their community, words, a Member who has served three con­ numerous philanthropic deeds and constant secutive terms, or 12 years, would not be eli­ HON. JACK REED generosity of heart and spirit. gible to run in the election cycle following that OF RHODE ISLAND Jane Boeckmann, president of World of term. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Communications, Inc., and publisher and edi­ Senators would continue to serve a 6-year tor in chief of Valley Magazine, has been rec­ term, but they would be limited to two terms. Thursday, October 24, 1991 ognized by many cultural, civic, business and In other words, a Senator who has served two local organizations for her unselfish humani­ consecutive terms may not run for reelection Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise to salute a tarian achievements. Aside from being the following the 12 years in office. distinguished lady from Providence, RI, who only woman to ever receive the prestigious There is, however, a provision in my bill has become one of America's leading opera Fernando Award, she has been honored by such groups as the San Fernando Va,.lley Girl which would allow former Members of the lyric sopranos. She is Maria Spacagna and House or Senate to run for Congress after an Scouts Council, the Valley Press Club, the she is being honored for her outstanding con­ American Mother's Inc. and the Hilltoppers absence of at least one term. If elected, the tributions to the arts. Auxiliary Assistance League for Civic and Member would again be limited to three terms. Cultural Achievement. Overall, Representatives and Senators would A graduate of the New England Conserv­ be limited to no more than a total of 24 years atory of Music, Ms. Spacagna has given ac­ A devoted wife and mother, Jane still finds the time to dedicate herself to a host of or­ of service as a Representative or Senator. An claimed performances for the Dallas, Cana­ ganizations, including the Board of Gov­ exception would be made for Members who fill dian, New York City, and Florentine operas. ernors at the Los Angeles County Museum of a vacancy, in that the years served in filling Her portrayals in various roles have won her Natural History; Board of Trustees at the the vacancy would not be counted as a term. awards in the Paris International Voice Com­ Los Angeles County Museum of Natural His• Allowing Members to return to office after petition, the Metropolitan Opera National tory Foundation; Board of Directors at they have stayed out at least one term is des­ Pepperdine University School of Business; Council Auditions, and she has become a re­ perately needed. This will allow constituents to and the Board of Directors and Executive vote a Member back into office if they feel he/ cipient of grants from the National Opera I nsti­ Committee at the Cultural Foundation, she has served their district in a most effective tute. which she cofounded. way. Other term limitation bills can be det­ Ms. Spacagna has appeared in theaters Bert Boeckmann, president of Galpin Mo­ rimental to a district if an upstanding Member throughout North America and Europe. Her tors, Inc., has been the proud recipient of more than a thousand awards and com­ is limited to 12 years without an opportunity to career spans decades of dedication to her return. mendations for participating in national, pure, agile voice which has sufficient power to civic and community affairs. The first auto­ Mr. Speaker, I believe this legislation will fill the Met with no sign of strain. Ms. mobile dealer ever to be honored as Brand bring competition back to our political system. Spacagna made her Metropolitan Opera debut Names Foundation National Retailer of the It will hold Members accountable to their con­ December 19-singing opposite Luciano Year, Bert has received a presidential cita­ stituencies rather than special interest groups. tion for private sector initiative and was se­ Most of all, it will bring new ideas and fresh Pavarotti. In 1985, Ms. Spacagna became the lected as Time Magazine's No. 1 National faces to Congress, enhancing our political sys­ first American artist to interpret the role of Quality Dealer in 1985. tem. Madam Butterfly at the world famous La Scala Today, Bert is widely recognized as the I urge all my colleagues to support my legis­ in Milano. most honored and successful automotive lation. We need to bring respect back to this Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues dealer in America. He has been a significant force in political and commercial enterprises institution and we need to bring respect back to join me in saluting Maria Spacagna. Her to our election process. for more than four decades. In addition to years of outstanding achievement in the arts At this point in the RECORD, I have submit­ overseeing four automotive franchises, he is symbolize the vivacious spirit that she pos­ involved with buffalo ranching, publishing, ted a section-by-section explanation of the bill: sesses to reach beyond her limits as a unique finance, computerized language translation, A joint resolution proposing an amend­ manufacturing, real estate and mining. ment to the Constitution of the United artist. Ms. Spacagna has brought great pride States to provide for 4-year terms for Rep­ to our State and she will always hold a special Mr. Speaker, we invite our colleagues to join resentatives, to limit the number of consecu­ place in the hearts of Rhode Islanders. us in sending our best wishes to Bert and tive terms Representatives and Senators Jane Boeckmann. October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28599 CAMBODIA: THE WAR HAS ENDED, In Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union, a of Asia have several limitations that a Radio NOW LET'S WIN THE PEACE major factor encouraging the decline of com­ Free Asia could overcome. The VOA services munism in favor of democracy and free mar­ in the Asian languages provide mainly inter­ kets was American broadcasting via Radio national or U.S. news and commentary. The HON. HELEN DEIJCH BENltEY Free Europe and Radio Liberty. Lech Walesa same is true of BBC and other foreign serv­ OF MARYLAND of Poland, when asked about the importance ices. A Radio Free Asia in contrast, as a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Radio Free Europe in encouraging the Sol­ "surrogate home service", would provide Thursday, October 24, 1991 idarity movement, said, "What would a day local news and commentary and features de­ be without the sun?" Leaders of the three signed to be of special interest to the citi­ Mrs. BENTLEY. Mr. Speaker, earlier this Baltic Republics also credit RFEIRL with zens of each country. It would do as much as afternoon, a landmark peace agreement was great influence in promoting their liberation it could to become a part of the culture of signed in Paris, effectively putting an end to struggles. RFE/RL has been nominated for each country, as did the langauge services of the 13 year-old civil war in Cambodia. During the Nobel Peace Prize-by the Foreign Min­ RFE/RL. the 13 years of armed conflict, spanning the ister of Estonia. Radio Free China, for example, could pro­ Carter, Reagan, and Bush Presidencies, un­ These operations are staffed mainly by na­ vide news and commentary on many topics told numbers of Cambodians died, while addi­ tionals of the target countries. They empha­ of major interest to the local populations size local news and commentary and the tional thousands fled the country. History will but perhaps too controversial for detailed international news that is of the greatest in­ treatment by VOA. These would include not forget the fact that this civil war was terest to the local people. They have been local strikes, demonstrations, prison camps, precipitated by the illegal invasion of Cam­ called "surrogate home services" in contrast and enterprises employing slave labor. bodia by Vietnam in 1978-an invasion that to official services like the Voice of America, Each country service could be a platform liberated the terrified country from a 4-year which carry mainly international or U.S. for the anti-communist dissidents and lead­ reign of Khmer Rouge terror. news and commentary. ers of the democracy movements. From Viet­ The next 16 months will be a critical period However, at present there are no such serv­ nam, for example, some prominent former as a new Cambodia moves toward ices for many of the communist countries of communist officials have now emigrated and participatory democracy. No one of any con­ Asia. North Korea is reached by regular are issuing statements criticizing present broadcasts from South Korea while Mainland government policies. VOA has not been able sequence thinks that this process will be easy. China is covered by a large service from the Confusion will take many forms as thousands to give much time to such statements, but it Republic of China on Taiwan. But both of would be of great interest to the Vietnamese of refugees stream home, and up to a dozen these operations are cutting back somewhat people to hear statements by former com­ political parties-including the Khmer Rouge­ as the ROC and South Korean governments munist leaders criticizing the present re­ jockey for position. The United States, having attempt to promote more trade and detente gime. led the United Nations effort to bring about the with their countrymen. RF A could also provide information on the cessation of hostilities, should continue to play For the vital countries of Viet Nam, Laos, level of corruption among officials of the a strong role in helping the process of democ­ and Cambodia there are no such broadcast­ target countries, and the evidence of the in­ ratization. ing services. The Voice of America and the volvement of the governments of these coun­ BBC broadcast in these languages, but main­ tries in the international drug trade. Such It is my firm belief that one of the best ways ly international or U.S. news and only a few we can help the process is by utilizing one of information might be too controversial for hours per week. VOA, for example, carries VOA to carry in view of State Department the most effective tools in our diplomatic arse­ only two hours per day in Vietnamese, one sensitivities. naHnternational radio broadcasting. I am not hour in Laotian, and 1 '12 in Cambodian. Secondly, there is need for more broadcast­ alone in this respect, Mr. Speaker. As the con­ In view of the tremendous influence of ing of local news to these countries to in­ gressional sponsor of legislation to increase RFE/RL in promoting democracy in Eastern crease the audience of pro-democracy broad­ broadcasting into Indochina, I am pleased at Europe and the Soviet Union, a Radio Free casts in general. The audiences for VOA, the high level of commitment that has been Asia can be of great importance in encourag­ BBC, and other foreign broadcasts, although shown by members of the Cambodian, Lao­ ing the trend towards democracy in these large among the intelligentsia, are still rath­ countries still suffering under dictatorial re­ er small among the general public. In China tian, and Vietnamese-American communities, gimes. Like RFE a Radio Free Asia can com­ through organizations such as the Indochinese for example, VOA estimates its audiences at municate the values of a free press, free 120 to 160 million, which sounds huge, but is Committee for Radio Free Asia. In addition, I labor unions, freedom of religion, and a free in fact only 12 to 16% of the entire popu­ would like to submit for the RECORD, a docu­ market economy. lation. Radio Free Europe in contrast was ment that was recently produced for the Presi­ Ever since 1986 a major project of the reaching audiences of from 26% to 61 % of the dent's Task Force on U.S. Government Inter­ Council for the Defense of Freedom has been populations in Eastern Europe. national Broadcasting, by the Council for the a study of the need and feasibility of a Radio There are enough short wave sets in China Defense of Freedom, regarding the issue of Free Asia. One of our members travelled to to allow much larger audiences than VOA is East Asia that year and again in May 1991 expanded radio broadcasting to Asia. I think now attracting. Audience surveys in two and conducted interviews on this proposal urban areas have shown that from 37% to that those Members interested in the subject with government broadcasting officials and will find the technical and geographic informa­ 42% of all households have shortwave sets, American information personnel in the area. and more have access to village sets. tion to be of value. Since 1989 and the Tianamen Square mas­ Most people in these countries are inter­ REPORT TO THE PRESIDENT'S TASK FORCE ON sacre and the growth of the democracy ested first of all in the truth about what is U.S. GOVERNMENT INTERNATIONAL BROAD­ movement in China there has been increased happening in their own country, being long CASTING REGARDING RADIO BROADCASTING interest in a Radio Free Asia in Congress since disillusioned with government propa­ TO ASIA (H.R. 1049 & H.R. 1156). Our Council spon­ ganda. They would like to know more about INTRODUCTION sored a Conference on Capitol Hill in April why they are still suffering such deprivation, Although communism is crumbling in 1991 on "Increased U.S. Broadcasting to what is happening to their young men in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union and Asia." military service, and so forth. (Solzhenitsyn discredited in much of the rest of the world, The present report is a summary of the re­ once said that the people in the Soviet Union there are still brutal communist dictator­ sults of further research on the subject based were anxious to know more about what was ships in nations accounting for more than 1.3 on additional interviews with government of­ wrong on their farms. Why were they suffer­ billion people in Asia-Mainland China, ficials and other experts and the proceedings ing food shortages in a country that used to North Korea, Viet Nam, and Laos. In Cam­ of various groups concerned with the issue. have a grain surplus? Likewise, they wanted bodia a peace treaty is about to be signed by The major printed sources are listed at the to know more about conditions in their four contending factions which may lead to end. Army, where they knew the young men were free elections and a representative govern­ This report outlines the need for such a suffering harsh conditions even worse than ment. But experienced observers say that the service, and the problems and possible solu­ the civilians.) communist Khmer Rouge and the Vietnam­ tions, with recommendations as to the best There are many other features that a sur­ backed present regime will continue to rep­ policy for a Radio Free Asia in conjunction rogate home service can supply that VOA resent threats of a return to communist dic­ with U.S. international broadcasting as a cannot, as for example, "cross reporting". tatorship. whole. RFE found this to be one of its most effec­ In total then these countries of Indochina, MORE DETAILS ON NEED tive features, i.e., giving listeners in Poland, Mainland China, and North Korea still under 1. Advantages of a "surrogate home serv­ for example, news about labor union progress communist rule account for more than one ice" .-Present broadcasting from other coun­ or wage improvements in Hungary. Such quarter of the world's population. tries coming into the communist countries news can help put pressure on communist 28600 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 governments to grant concessions that have easy relationship with Mainland China al­ possible, or during sharply distinguished been given in other countries. (Some intel­ though noted for their skillful dimplomacy time intervals. lectuals in China have already expressed the in having avoided armed conflict over the Following are the major operations, by wish that VOA would carry more news about decades. country: democratic reforms in the Soviet Union.) On the other hand they might not be as South Korea.-(Note that the South Korean THE PROBLEMS AND RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS concerned about RFA broadcasts to a more government would probably not allow RFA­ Funding.-A Radio Free Asia will not be an distant North Korea, and might even be per­ type broadcasts to communist countries ex­ inexpensive operation. It will require engi­ suaded to allow broadcasts to the other cept perhaps North Korea.) neering and transmission facilities, person­ countries if there are proper financial incen­ Christian Broadcasting System.-Five MW nel, research resources, and supervisory and tives. transmitters of 10 to 50 KW and one FM administrative staff. Total costs for a Technically Thailand is too close for opti­ transmitter. Broadcasts in Korean only. launching have been estimated to be as high mum shortwave broadcasting to the Indo­ Far East Broadcasting Co.-Two MW trans­ as $200 million over three or four years. In chinese countries. But it is a good site for mitters of 100 and 250 KW. Broadcasts in Ko­ times of budget deficits and the need to keep shortwave to most of China. It could be used rean, English, Chinese, Russian. and some spending within bounds this is a major con­ for mediumwave broadcasting to the nearby languages of the Russian republics. sideration. However, this large sum is small Indochinese countries. Guam (U.S. territory): compared to the total State Department and The Philippines.-VOA has 22 SW transmit­ Adventist World Radio.-Two 100 KW SW Defense Department budgets over a three ters and one MW at Tinang and Poro Point transmitter. Broadcasts in Burmese, Chi­ year period. It would seem to be amply justi­ ranging from 35 to 1,000 KWs. These might be nese, English, Korean, and other languages. fied if a Radio Free Asia can be as powerful feasible sites for expansion for the use of Trans World Radio Pacific.-Four 100 KW as RFEIRL has been in promoting democracy RFA. SW transmitters. Broadcasts in Cantonese, and free markets and making it more pos­ The Philippines like Thailand may be hesi­ Hakka, Mandarin, Swatow, Russian, English, sible for the U.S. to reduce Defense commit­ tant about allowing RFA-type broadcasts and other languages. ments in the Asia-Pacific area. from their territory into the communist KHBN (High Adventure Ministeries).-One A major movement towards democracy in countries. On the other hand, they are facing 100 KW SW transmitter. Broadcasts in Eng­ the communist countries of Asia in future a massive reduction in hard currency funds lish, Mandarin, and Korean. years would enable the U.S. to make further from the withdrawals of the American bases Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands (U.S. Com­ major cuts in our Defense spending. For ex­ at Clark Field and Subic Bay. They may be monwealth): ample, it would allow reductions of Amer­ sympathetic to an arrangement with RF A Far East Broadcasting Co.-Three 100 KW ican forces in Korea, and further reductions that might bring in new funds. SW transmitters. Broadcasts in Burmese, in our bases in the Pacific area. Sri Lanka.-VOA operates three SW trans­ Chinese, Mongolian-Chinese, Russian, Viet­ The following sections outline the major mitters at Colombo and has further facilities namese, and other languages. problems of launching a Radio Free Asia and under consideration. For RF A this would be KHBI-Herald Broadcasting Co.-Christian recommended solutions in consideration of within range of Indochina and much of Science Monitor.-Two 100 KW SW transmit­ stating this service as economically as pos­ China, but perhaps too far for North Korea. ters. Broadcasts in English and French to sible. Armed Forces Radio and Television Service.­ Asia and Oceania. Transmission Facilities.-For RF A to build In the Asia-Pacific area AFRTS has trans­ Frequencies.-The broadcasting spectrum is its own transmitters to reach the communist mitters in Japan, Okinawa (Japan), the Phil­ much more crowded than in the days when countries of Asia would be the most expen­ ippines, South Korea, Kwajalein in the Mar­ VOA and RFE/RL were launched. It will be sive possible solution. This might require the shall Islands, and Diego Garcia (British In­ more of a problem to get adequate broadcast construction of new power sources and water dian Ocean Territory). frequencies from the international bodies and other utilities. A more economical solu­ All of these are low powered with direc­ concerned in order to reach Asia effectively. tion would be to arrange for time on existing tional antennas serving only local U.S. mili­ It may be possible to negotiate agreements transmitters, or contract to expand the fa­ tary audiences. They are funded by the De­ with some of the above government or pri­ cilities at existing sites. The latter solution partment of Defense to provide information vate broadcasting services that would have would enable expanded transmitters to be to U.S. citizens only. Their charter would unused or underutilised frequencies. Again it constructed without as much expense for preclude the existing facilities from being would be necessary to make sure that the building entirely new utilities and support used to cover other foreign countries. How­ RF A broadcasts were sharply distinguished facilities. ever, some of them might be considered as from the other users of the frequencies. Among the possible candidates for such co­ sites for expansion for the use of RFA, if the In any case, for RFA to gain adequate fre­ operative arrangements are: the Voice of necessary legal and diplomatic arrangements quencies for all of the recommended areas America, the U.S. Armed Forces Radio and could be made. may take a long period of time. It may be TV Service, other governments in the area, Japan, including Okinawa.-It seems doubt­ necessary to start some services before oth­ and various private broadcasting services ful that Japan would agree to RFA-type ers can find the satisfactory frequencies. serving Asia, especially religious broad­ broadcasts transmitted from its territory. Information and Research.-Among ques­ casters. Following are comments on each of South Korea.-The same is true of the tions raised about the proposed RF A are these possibilities. South Korean government, except perhaps problems of obtaining accurate news from Voice of America.-All present VOA trans­ for broadcasts to North Korea. these communist-controlled countries and mitters serving Asia are being used to capac­ The Philippines.-As mentioned above, the building up a research library. ity. So a Radio Free Asia would need to have Philippines may also have such reluctance, These problems were also faced success­ its own or develop some way of expanding at but might be more sympathetic because of a fully by RFEIRL in the early days. present VOA sites. Following are details on desire to increase hard currency receipts as As to timely accurate news, there is no the VOA transmitters in Asia: other U.S. activities are cut back. doubt that such a service can never offer as Thailand.-VOA has a 1,000 KW Kwajalein, Marshall Islands.-This is be­ much quick, immediate news as U.S. domes­ mediumwave transmitter at Ban Rasom. lieved to be an undesirable site for transmit­ tic broadcasters, for example, can provide on This is now being used to capacity. A large ters for the Asian mainland because it is the U.S. events. A free China service cannot al­ new shortwave facility is being constructed location of large numbers of U.S. military ways give people in China prompt accurate at Udorn, to be completed in 1994 with six 500 radar, which would inferfere with news on every local area. But overall it KW transmitters (plus one for the use of the internatinal SW transmissions. should be able to provide a service that is Thai government). Diego Garcia.-In the Indian Ocean, this more believable and valuable for the people It might be possible for RF A to arrange to might be a feasible site for RF A expansion. in China than their own official radio, which have one or both of these facilities expanded It is within SW range of Indochina and is controlled by the government and trans­ to accommodate RF A transmissions. The southern China. mits only government approved material. possible difficulties are both political and RELIGIOUS BROADCASTERS With the great increase in communications technical. The Thai government has been There are several Christian broadcasting and travel in recent years. there are many willing to allow VOA transmissions from its operations covering the Asia-Pacific area. more sources of news coming out of com­ territory for many years, but might be less Some might be potential sites for expansion munist controlled countries than when RFE/ willing to allow broadcasts for a "surrogate to accommodate RF A transmissions. or RL was founded. FAX machines and even home service" like RF A, which might be re­ might have transmission capacity they telephones, although heavily controlled by garded as more threatening to its communist would be willing to lease. In the latter case the authorities, can often be used to report neighbors. The Thais have been making some it would be important to ensure that the on major news events. efforts to improve relations with the neigh­ RFA transmissions were sharply distin­ The various emigre communities all now boring communist states of Laos, Cambodia, guished from those of the religious broad­ have many links to the undergrounds in and Viet Nam, and have always had an un- casts. perhaps on different frequencies, if their countries. The South Korean govern- October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28601 ment and the Republic of China government ADMINISTRATIVE QUESTIONS given enough additional people and resources on Taiwan would almost certainly cooperate There are two major administrative ques­ to be able to provide surrogate home service in passing on news from the Mainland and tions about a Radio Free Asia: first, the type of programs in addition to its regular North Korea. structure of each language department, and VOA broadcasts. In regard to research facilities, there are second, the overall structure in relation to This has been called "targetted program­ now many research libraries and academic other American international broadcasting ming", i.e. programs targetted to the inter­ institutions that have been built up covering services, VOA and RFE/RL. ests of each country rather than the present the countries of Asia. Harvard, Yale, the Each language service should be manned type of VOA programs, which, as described University of California at Berkeley, the mainly by nationals of the country con­ earlier, are mainly international or U.S. University of Illinois, the George Washing­ cerned to ensure that the broadcasts are true news and commentary. ton University, Georgetown, George Mason surrogate home services, i.e., staffed by peo­ This type of organization would have the University, the University of Michgian and ple of the target country talking to their fel­ advantage of economy. For some of the several others now have institutes for the low nationals. However, each country service smaller countries especially, there would be study of China, Vietnam, and other Asian should have top supervision by American ex­ some benefits. For example, on the Laotian countries. ecutives. This is necessary to insure first desk, it would be more economical to hire DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS WITH THE COMMUNIST that the foreign nationals do not promote one or two additional people to expand the COUNTRIES special agendas, which might be too extreme programming with more local news and com­ Although there is as yet no official Admin­ for the aims of RFA itself, and second, to mentary rather than setting up a separate istration position, some present and former avoid undue influence by possible factions Laotian desk in a new RF A organization. members of the State Department and For­ that may exist in the emigre communities. There would also be economies in support eign Service have said that a Radio Free There are several factions among the anti­ staffs, engineering and transmission oper­ Asia will damage current efforts to improve communist and pro-democracy groups from ations, and so forth. relations with the communist countries of most of the Asian communist countries. This proposal has many serious disadvan­ Asia, and harm diplomatic attempts to influ­ Many will be interested in expressing their tages, however. The most important is that ence these regimes to move towards freer po­ own ideas about how news of their countries it would undermine the operation of RFA as litical and economic systems. should be handled and reforms brought an independent surrogate home service for Other commentators counter that there is about. each Asian country and make it appear more no reason why providing vehicles to get more For China, for example, there are several as simply another extension of American for­ truth and current news to the people of these organizations of pro-democracy emigres, in­ eign policy. countries should harm efforts to bring about cluding students and officials who remained VOA and its parent, the USIA, are more di­ more freedom. These issues came up fre­ in this country after the Tiananmen Square rectly responsible to the State Department quently in regard to RFE/RL. The com­ massacre and others who escaped afterwards. on policy. The law setting up the Voice says munist countries of Eastern Europe and the There is also the large Chinese community that as a division of USIA it reports to the Soviet Union, of course, carried out continu­ in this country, many of whom have spent Executive Office of the President and gets ous propaganda and even terrorist campaigns years here or are second or third generation. "policy direction" from the State Depart­ against these services. And yet they turned Then there is the Republic of China on Tai­ ment. wan. The ROC has its own broadcasting serv­ By its own name, the Voice is supposed to out to be of great importance in promoting be just that, "The Voice of America". This is democracy and freedom. ices to the Mainland. They make it clear The controversy in the U.S. over RFE/RL that they should not have any official con­ contrary to what Radio Free Asia is sup­ reached a peak in the 1970-72 period when a nection with a Radio Free Asia. This might posed to be, a service that "the people of number of leading Americans including Sen­ make RF A appear as a propaganda outlet for each country would want for their own local ators William Fulbright and Clifford Case at­ the ROC and reduce its credibility on the broadcasting if they had any say in the mat­ Mainland. Nevertheless, the ROC ideas ter". tacked the services, Fulbright calling them Voice officials say that they do not allow "relics of the cold war". President Nixon ap­ should be considered in RFA broadcasting, and that government should be a valuable the State Department to affect their deci­ pointed a commission under Milton Eisen­ sions, and can point to examples where they hower to investigate the need for continuing source of news. the broadcasts. This was a period when There are also the large and prosperous have resisted State Department rec­ Overseas Chinese communities in Southeast ommendations. But there are many other ex­ Nixon and Kissinger were pushing detente, amples of where they have been inhibited. and there was some concern that RFE/RL Asia, including Singapore, Malaysia, Indo­ nesia and the Philippines. (Mrs. Cory Many USIA and Voice people are Foreign would harm this effort. Service Officers, who may be rotated back to The Eisenhower Commission issued its re­ Aquino, for example, is part Chinese.) Many port in February 1973 entitled "The Right to have been able to travel back and forth to other Foreign Service posts after three or Know", with a strong recommendation that the mainland in recent years. Some would four years. They are less likely to carry out the Radios be continued. It concluded that like to return eventually, and many have vigorous and frank broadcasting if they the services "could contribute to a climate ideas about what should be broadcast there. know they will be sent back to State Depart­ of detente rather than detract from it". Likewise, for Vietnam there are several ment or Foreign Service posts, even to the It said further, "Experience of the last few groups among emigres in the U.S. and other country they are now broadcasting to. months has shown that 'relaxation of ten­ countries, who may have their own concepts One extreme example was recently brought sions' on the government level does not nec­ of what a Radio Free Vietnam should broad­ to our Council's attention. A USIA employee essarily lead to a relocation of internal con­ cast. describes a memo dated September 25, 1991 trols. In fact just the opposite has occurred. RFE/RL for many years had an elaborate sent to all Executive Branch employees, in­ We therefore recommend that the stations be monitoring apparatus to control such prob­ cluding Voice and USIA staffers. This in­ continued until the governments permit a lems. Every broadcast text was translated forms all personnel that they should not at­ free flow of information and ideas." into English and examined by a review de­ tend any ROC/Taiwan affairs in celebration Our Council believes that the same is true partment to make sure it conformed with of the Double 10 (October 10th) Chinese holi­ today-that a Radio Free Asia would not overall policy. Such a large effort should not day in view of the fact that the U.S. does not harm efforts to bring about greater freedom be necessary for Radio Free Asia, but some recognize that country. The phone number of in the Asian communist countries. such monitoring is worthwhile. the State Department Taiwan desk is given Another need for such editing is to ensure for any who want more details on the rule. COMMERCIAL RELATIONS This USIA person pointed out that a memo Some representatives of the American that the service is not misled by disinformation efforts. The governments ·or is bound to inhibit any Voice personnel business community have opposed the idea of broadcasting to China. They would be less a Radio Free Asia, saying it would harm ef­ the communists nations may well attempt to feed false news. If this is transmitted back likely to broadcast criticism of the Mainland forts to promote more American investments or favorable to the ROC/Taiwan. in and export trade with the Asian com­ into the countries without careful checking, There has also been recommendations that munist countries. Chinese emigres and oth­ it can cause the service to be discredited by RFE/RL be merged into the Voice for similar ers have said that this should not be a major the local populations who know the news is reasons of economy. But there are similar consideration. They say that Chinese au­ erroneous. reasons why this would also be injurious to thorities and those involved in commercial OVERALL ORGANIZATION. the mission of RFE/RL. relations are very pragmatic. They will go In regard to RFA's organization in relation The above disadvantages of making Radio along with any commercial arrangement if to other U.S. broadcasting, it has been rec­ Free Asia simply an extension of the Voice they believe it is in the interests of China or ommended by some Administration officials have also been the primary considerations in their own objectives whether or not the U.S. that RF A should be created by simply adding the past in keeping RFE/RL independent of is operating a free radio service into their personnel to each relevant Asian department the U.S. State Department and U.S. policy country. of VOA. Each such language desk would be as a whole. 28602 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 RFE/RL is in fact a private, non-profit cor­ countries accounting for one quarter of man­ improved treatment. More recently physicians poration. It gets financial support from the kind who still remain under communist re­ at the institute implanted the country's first Board for International Broadcasting. The gimes. If a Radio Free Asia is as great a fac­ BIB in turn gets funding from Congress and tor in bringing about more democratic re­ pacemaker defibrillator to treat arrhythmia, a exercises oversight over RFEIRL but does gimes in Asia as was RFEIRL in Europe, it serious heartbeat disorder. not control detailed policy. The staffers of will be well worth the expenditures in reduc­ Patients of every race and creed come to RFE/RL are not government employees. ing our need for Defense in that important They are not subject to civil service rules, or part of the globe. General Hospital each year from throughout northern New Jersey. The hospital offers a dependent on U.S. government policy for REFERENCES wide range of programs in medicine, surgery, their career progress and promotions. For John A. Lent, " Broadcasting in Asia and example, they would not be inhibited by the the Pacific" , Temple University Press, obstetrics, and gynecology, and pediatrics. Executive Branch memo quoted above for­ Philadelphia, 1978. Outreach programs include a maternity clinic, bidding attendance at any ROC/Taiwan af­ James L. Tyson, "U.S. International fairs. wellness services for individuals and busi­ The law setting up the BIB, Public Law 93- Broadcasting and National Security'', Ram­ nesses, and a speakers network. The hospital 129, specifies only that the Secretary of apo Press, National Strategy Information also offers a perinatal center with a neonatal Center, 1983. State " shall provide the board with such in­ " Expanded U.S. Broadcasting to Asia-A intensive care unit for the treatment of mod­ formation regarding the foreign policy of the erate-risk newborns and mothers. United States that the Secretary may deem Conference Held on Capitol Hill", sponsored by the Council for the Defense of Freedom Mr. Speaker, facilities such as this have es­ appropriate." Thus the State Department and the National Congress of Vietnamese in has only an advisory function. America, April 10, 1991. tablished the highest standards for health care For these reasons, our Council believes in the country and serve as shining examples that it would not be advisable to make RFA U.S. Advisory Commission on Public Diplo­ a part of the Voice. macy, 1991 Report, May 1991. of what can be accomplished. It embodies a If budgets are so tight that some merger of "Radio Free China-Broadcasting and Pub­ commitment to good medicine and providing RFEIRL and the Voice is necessary and RFA lic Policy", A Symposium of the Center for care for the sick and injured who seek comfort Strategic and International Studies, July 10, is to be part of the process, we recommend and healing at their doors. that the best policy would be to take the 1991. Voice out from under the USIA and put it Statement by Malcolm S. Forbes, Jr., This truly unique hospital has been a faithful under a new independent organization, per­ Chairman, Board for International Broad­ servant of the people for 100 years. It has haps called the Corporation for International casting, before the Presidential Task Force on International Broadcasting, July 27, 1991. grown and flourished and continues as a vital Broadcasting. This would serve like the part of the community. Mr. Speaker, I am sure present BIB, receiving funds from Congress, transmitting them to the broadcasting enti­ you and all our colleagues join me in saluting ties, and providing fiscal oversight. But RFE/ TRIBUTE TO PASSAIC GENERAL the superior dedication and performance of RL and RFA could then be combined with HOSPITAL ON THE CELEBRATION Mr. Robert Jablonski, chairman of the board of the Voice as an independent organization OF THEIR lOOTH ANNIVERSARY governors, and Daniel Mercantuono, the presi­ without the inhibitions of State Department OF ITS FOUNDING dent and chief executive officer, as well as all control on policy. Under this arrangement, it would then be the staff and benefactors of the hospital possible to have one depart ment for each HON. ROBERT A. ROE throughout its long and distinguished history. language, but still ensure that the Voice of OF NEW JERSEY America and "surrogate home service" type IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of broadcasts were clearly distinguished. For Thursday, October 24, 1991 the China department, for example, some of UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE the personnel would continue with Voice­ Mr. ROE. Mr. Speaker, it is with distinct type programs: material on international pride that I rise today to pay tribute to a facility and U.S. news and commentary in the Chi­ which has served the medical needs of my HON. JOHN EDWARD PORTER nese languages. Other personnel would be Eighth Congressional District in New Jersey conducting surrogate home service type of OF ILLINOIS broadcasting under the name of a Radio Free for over a century. The General Hospital Cen­ China: local news and commentary and other ter which was founded in 1891, and continues IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES material of primary interest to the Chinese their dedication to the health and welfare of people themselves. the residents of northern New Jersey. On Sat­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 Each language desk would have two dis­ urday, November 2, 1991, the General Hos­ tinct staffs, but it could be supported by one pital Center will host a centennial ball at the Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, people in this overall overhead and support group. The Meadowlands Hilton in Secaucus, NJ, in cele­ country are hurting, and many are in great transmissions would also need to be clearly bration of this historic event. need of extended unemployment benefits. Un­ distinguished, on different frequencies. It employment is not just a blue-collar problem. would not be effective to have Radio Free Located in Passaic, NJ, the General Hos­ China coming on the same channel imme­ pital Center has through the years remained a It affects people at all levels of society. diately after a Voice Broadcast. haven for the sick and injured in the area. If the Democratic leadership in this House CONCLUSIONS From its start as a two-cot dispensary for acci­ had brought forward responsible legislation to To conclude, we feel strongly that some dent victims, General Hospital has grown into extend benefits, in compliance with the budget form of Radio Free Asia is of great impor­ a prestigious 300-bed community hospital agreement, I would have supported it. tance. Evidence continues to accumulate serving a broad range of programs in a that RFE and RL have had tremendous im­ widegeographic area. If the Democratic leadership would bring for­ pact in promoting democracy and free mar­ Last year, more than 400 physicians and ward responsible legislation now, I would sup­ kets in Eastern Europe and the Soviet 1,400 employees and volunteers treated ap­ port it. But that is not what is happening. Mr. Union, even more than RFE/RL research offi­ proximately 15,000 inpatients and 15,000 out­ Speaker, the Dole-Michel legislation is respon­ cials believed at the time. Political scientists have always stressed patients. Along with these commendable sta­ sible and it will immediately put greatly needed the importance of ideas, especially in areas tistics, General Hospital also operates 1 of benefits in the hands of the people who need where people are oppressed or discontented. only 11 tertiary care cardiac centers in the it. Most importantly, the President will sign it In such areas it has been especially effective State of New Jersey. There are many other into law. to give them more information on what is firsts, programs, and facilities which make us really happening in their own country, and proud of the General Hospital and set it apart It is time to stop the cynical grandstanding the ideas and recommendations of leading as a leading health care institute in this area. on this issue and time to do something to re­ countrymen, who are given a platform to The first transesophageal echocardiogram in lieve the pain Americans are suffering. Mr. speak over a free broadcasting service. Speaker, I urge you to work with us for the Expenditures of $100 to $200 million over the State was performed at this facility at the the next two or three years to launch a Eastern Heart Institute. The procedure, using Dole-Michel legislation so we can immediately Radio Free Asia can be of tremendous value ultrasound to view the condition of the heart provide extended unemployment benefits to in promoting democracy and freedom in the valves, led to more accurate diagnoses and Americans who need them. October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28603 ALABAMA'S TEACHER OF THE lum around human experiences and need. We The new American school recognizes that YEAR must get rid of the Carnegie units and pre­ schooling is a journey in preparation for life. pare kids for life. If students can paint a promise, they will Enlightened education reflects our better pay the price. They will willingly work long HON. SONNY CAU.AHAN understanding of how the brain works. At and hard to reach a real goal. For example, OF ALABAMA birth, the brain begins to work! It is active, students at the Alabama School of Fine Arts IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES expansive, able to reason and to connect new boast the highest SAT scores in the state, experiences to past ones. Our deep need for yet they spend fewer hours on academics Thursday, October 24, 1991 connections is a vehicle for expanding hori­ than their counterparts in regular education. Mr. CALLAHAN. Mr. Speaker, this week, zons. Babies are eager to learn, thrilled with Their goal is to participate in the arts, so Alabama's Teacher of the Year, Beatrice Kra­ wonder and curiosity. They learn language they learn well what they must to fulfill as they use it, so too will they learn curricu­ that goal. A high school counselor in Los An­ mer Volkman, from Old Shell Road Elemen­ lum as they experience it. Learning must be tary School in Mobile, was here in Washington geles, California went into a feeder school to purposeful, open-ended, joyful, and holistic. get a feeling for those students' high school to participate in the eighth annual Burger King It must occur in a whole language or the­ needs. She was dismayed to discover that honors excellence in education symposium. matic environment beginning with high there was little correlation between their vi­ This is the only national program of its kind quality pre-schools and ungraded through sion and what they were doing in prepara­ which jointly honors America's leading edu­ grade four. Never again will Linus say, "I tion for the fulfillment of that vision. Seeing cators, and what a timely event it is, in light of got an A in spelling, when I grow up, I want a need for setting goals and initiating a plan the increased visibility of education in our Na­ to be a speller," showing he sees no rel­ to meet these goals, the counselor created evance between the subject and the real tion's domestic policy agenda. the College Core Curriculum program. The world. School disciplines will fit into the school has a population of 3000; the first year Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to submit Ms. themes of life. There will be abundance of Volkman's statement, which she presented 200 students participated, the next year 1000. real-life activity, including experiments, They were willing to pay the price. Youth yesterday to the Senate Labor and Human projects, educational T.V., and intergration are hungry for purpose and meaning in their Resources Committee. I would ask that her of the Arts. life. statement be included in the RECORD. I like the quotation, " Students are not The new American school will find a better While there is certainly no debate that we things to be molded, but people to be un­ folded". Culture in the new American school way to assess development. Instruments can have many real challenges facing our edu­ is conducive to creativity. There is delight in be developed that stimulate rather than sup­ cation system, I remain optimistic that with many varied and unusual ideas. Learning is press growth. Sound assessment is anchored teachers such as Beatrice Volkman, we're not confined within an "intelligence trap", in authenticity. Assessment of isolated skills moving in the right direction. It is my pleasure but multiple intelligences and abilities are doesn't come close to authenticity. When a grade comes in on demand, and only one to salute her in this most deserving way. recognized. Piaget says people are actively intelligent, therefore all can learn. With ap­ chance is given, that grade may not be a real STATEMENT OF MS. BEATRICE KRAMER measure of development. A portfolio is a VOLKMAN, 1991 ALABAMA TEACHER OF THE preciation for individuality, labels such as learning disabled, gifted, and ethnic minor­ means of capturing and capitalizing on the YEAR, BEFORE THE SENATE LABOR AND ity will disappear. Students will be appre­ very best the kids have to offer. Rather than HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE, OCTOBER 23, using a fixed formula, the portfolio is a pro­ 1991 ciated for their differences. They will no longer be square pegs with limited expecta­ totype portraying what is happening in the Education in the past has reflected eco­ tions. Fair does not necessarily mean equal. life of the learner. Assessment must be con­ nomic and social trends. With industrializa­ What will be fair will be that all children tinuous and ongoing, and also multi-dimen­ tion came ability tracking and the need to will be taught as much as they can learn. sional. Self assessment is primary. It must train people to work in factories. Then, There will be no limited expectations just provide for active collaboration between while other facets of our country moved for­ because a child is different from the "aver­ teacher and student. As students are freed ward with new technologies and approaches age bear". Laughter is the genetic reward for from the anxieties of failure, they will at­ to life, education stagnated. Those other fac­ learning. Children clamor for the classroom tempt that which before has paralyzed them. ets outpaced education so dramatically that where there is laughter and humor. The reg­ They will no longer crumple up a paper fret­ today it's obvious to all the world. For dec­ ular experience of creativity, joy and thus ted with red marks. As they become accus­ ades, educators have tried desperately to achievement makes education more attrac­ tomed to believing in themselves, they will compensate. Their efforts have been to little tive in America: 2000. inspect their work for quality. As they learn avail because the mission of the school and The classroom door must be a swinging to look for quality they will develop ability its organization has not changed. door. Students must move beyond an occa­ to make decisions about what they've Factory model schools use rote memoriza­ sional field trip into adjunct learning envi­ learned. tion and behavior modification to turn out ronments where they will return again and Traditional American teachers are boxed students controlled by others. The building again for continued learning experience. in by paperwork, schedules, timelines, tests, blocks of education can no longer be reading, When students work with mentors in busi­ labels and not surprisingly, then discipline writing, and arithmetic taught to the tune of nesses and community, they bring back what problems. It is time for us to knock the top a hickory stick. Research documents that they learn to share with classmates. Artists off that box, flatten down the sides, and the brain cannot develop to this greatest ca­ and community members will come into the dance on it. It is time for us to take the re­ pacity under stress. National curiosity and school to share expertise, talent and time. sponsibility that became ours when we enthusiasm are also squelched with smiley The swinging door will connect schools, par­ signed our teaching contract. When that oc­ faces and tokens that lure students to ents and age groups in our society that now curs we will no longer need tenure to protect memorize isolated, unconnected thoughts. interact to only a limited extent. Consider our positions. We will keep our jobs because Extrinsic motivation creates students who the appeal of the Motel 6 where you can get we are doing them. We will become the new develop only enough to earn a grade, ap­ a clean bed and running water for $25. It's American teachers when we reclaim our en­ proval or reward. Students are not encour­ true, but more people still prefer the Mar­ thusiasm, for that is the key to genuine aged to be unique or to have a vision. Most riott. All people, not just students, prefer changes in the classroom. do not even play follow the leader, but follow personal attention. As students volunteer in That enthusiasm will be ignited as we en­ the follower. the community, opportunities for future en­ vision success for every student, and witness The new American school will accomplish deavors are provided. The new American the fruition of that vision. Teachers of the what many tuned-in and turned-on educators school then provides reciprocal benefits for new American school will be much more across the country find today. Students all. We grow as we push out our boundaries than information relayers. They will under­ achieve higher level thinking through expe­ and experiences. stand that "information in" no longer is riences that evoke emotion, interaction and This concept is congruent with Senator equal to "information out" because each stu­ challenge. To learn, the subject must be Edward Kennedy's philosophy as he wrote in dent will bring to the learning arena their imbedded in experiences that give it mean­ the June issue of Phi Delta Kappan, "Serv­ experience and background which will im­ ing. Learning occurs when the curriculum ice-learning is a time-tested educational tool pact on how material is perceived. They will meets student needs and interests. We must that traces its lineage back to John Dewey. ensure that there are transactions between move away from a curriculum that is im­ It helps students understand the relevance of students and experiences. Teachers will be posed on kids. Time can no longer be the their coursework and enables them to test mediators for learning between the learner constant and learning the variable. Schools their classroom work against the reality of and the experience. can no longer be places where children come the world around then. Service-learning How will we attract the best candidates to play musical chairs every 50 minutes should be a central component of current ef­ into the field? People have turned away from without purpose. We must rethink curricu- forts to reform education." education because the traditional role of 28604 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 teacher was less than inviting. University notice from the U.S. Department of Agri­ winning reelection every 2 years. In addition, scholarships can be an incentive, but pro­ culture's Farmers Home Administration that Mr. Pettit served as vice-chairman of the 49th grams such as the North Carolina's Teaching every county in my district, Lycoming, Union, ward executive committee, and was elected as Fellows Program demonstrate that cash in­ Snyder, Northumberland, Perry, and Dauphin, centives aren't enough to attract students a member of the Democratic State Committee into teaching. Potential teachers must have had been declared disaster areas. during the term of Governor Shapp. Through­ a vision of the future of education and be in­ Mr. Speaker, this current drought is by far out his years of service, John Pettit was con­ spired to participate in the mission. Re­ the most catastrophic drought Pennsylvania sistently one of the top three leaders in reg­ cently a doctoral student appealed to the farmers have ever experienced. In order to il­ istration in the ward. brightest university graduates to teach for lustrate the critical nature and the immediate At 86 years old, Mr. Pettit is still registering two years in the Teacher Corps. She didn't impact this drought will have on the farmers in offer them more money than they could earn voters, and working on behalf of the Demo­ my district, I would like to cite a few statistics. cratic Party. He is a shining example of some­ as doctors, lawyers, or portfolio managers; Two years ago, in 1988, Pennsylvania was they signed on because they were looking for one who works hard for, and takes pride in a purpose and personal fulfillment. It is the confronted with another drought. Then, an 8- their city. I join Mr. Pettit's wife of 57 years, job as well as the joy of those who believe percent below normal rainfall resulted in a 30- Irene, his 9 children, his 37 grandchildren, and and are experiencing classroom success to percent reduction in crop yields and over his 15 great-grandchildren, in wishing John J. inspire others to join us in educating all $76.5 million in agricultural losses. As a result, Pettit a very happy birthday. Many more, American children. over 1,000 Pennsylvania farms were lost. John. It is also our responsibility to inspire vet­ This year's drought statistics reveal a dark eran teachers to become just as different and ominous forecast. As of October 8, 1991, from traditional teachers as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are from box turtles. Pennsylvania rainfall was 28 percent below Stagnant and slow must be transformed into normal. As a result, many farmers will lose up A SALUTE TO MILWAUKEE'S energy and purpose. Today there are teach­ to 90 percent of this year's harvest. In July, PEDAL FOR HOMELESS PROJECT ers who are modeling the image of sweeping the Pennsylvania Agriculture Stabilization and change. Jamie Escalante is one, and there Conservation Service provided State crop are schools all over the nation who are etch­ damage assessments of $15 million. Less HON. JIM MOODY ing a new wave of success in classrooms. than 2 months later that assessment propelled OF WISCONSIN Many outstanding teachers have decided to to $167 million. Mr. Speaker and my fellow teach the way they know works in spite of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bureaucracy. They know the risks involved colleagues, the Governor's office in Penn­ so they work extra hard at their jobs. They sylvania has projected agriculture damages to Thursday, October 24, 1991 be as high as $600 million for this year. Unfor­ read all tbe professional literature they can Mr. MOODY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tunately, the 1990 farm bill disaster assistance get their hands on so they ·can better under­ salute a group of dedicated young men who stand why what they believe works. And the program does not provide relief for a drought have worked long and hard to address one of enthusiasm, knowledge and success of these of this magnitude. I dare say this drought has Milwaukee's most pressing problems, the teachers attract attention around the world. a potentially fatal aftermath for the family farm­ homeless. We gain recognition by being teachers who ers in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. both recognize kids as the heart of the issue Mr. Speaker, today H.R. 3543, a dire emer­ Drive through any major city in the United and are maverick enough to address the States and you will feel the despair and alien­ issue. Many teachers will respond to the gency supplemental appropriations bill was challenge of developing every child to his scheduled for consideration by the full House. ation that is felt among today's homeless. greatest potential. Teachers that Bill However, at the last minute consideration of There is no issue more pressing than thou­ Moyers featured on the T.V. special didn't that bill was postponed indefinitely. This is un­ sands of our fellow citizens living without the change for higher pay, they changed because fortunate news for the farmers of Pennsylva­ means to afford shelter and nourishment. For they saw they could make a difference in the nia. It was my intention to vote in favor of this these people, there exists nothing but cold lives of students. bill had we been able to vote on it. Such a bill nights, hungry days, and day-to-day feelings There is an exhilaration in teaching that of desperation. can be matched by few other professions. would have provided direct crop payments to That was my motivation for becoming a Pennsylvania farmers affected by the drought These feelings of despair motivated seven teacher and as I exchange with excellent and who are in dire need of aid. young men to devote endless hours on a teachers I discover the same sentiment. Mr. Speaker, I ask that legislation containing unique fundraising project for the Guest House Teachers are not looking for riches that agricultural disaster assistance be brought be­ of Milwaukee Emergency Homeless Shelter. come from money, but riches derived from fore the full House for a vote immediately. The result was the creation of the Pedal for service to humanity. the Homeless Team. Over the last 2 years, America has always been the world leader and we intend to stay that way. Today, we the group, ranging in ages from 22 to 25, have HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO JOHN J. taken two 1,300-mile bike trips for the home­ have national goals upon which to weave our PETTIT, A LOYAL DEMOCRAT individual patterns. We need these goals to less. give us direction. We will puli together and In addition, the team has organized in both meet the challenge of reaching kids and re­ HON. TIIOMAS M. FOGUETIA 1990 and 1991 a sports auction, a fun ride, a covering our educational position. Today OF PENNSYLVANIA volleyball tournament, individual pledge drives, education has the attention of businesses, community and government as it never has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and a highly successful corporate donation before. Now is the time to challenge, reform Thursday, October 24, 1991 program. and recruit. Mr. FOGLIETIA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Through these efforts, the team has raised to pay tribute to Mr. John J. Pettit, who has over $58,000 for the Guest House. More im­ portantly, they have increased public aware­ PENNSYLVANIA DROUGHT 1991 faithfully worked for the Democratic Party in Philadelphia for more than 65 years. Today, ness through television appearances, news­ HON. GEORGE W. GEKAS Mr. Pettit turns 86 years old, and I would like paper articles, and magazine features. to take this occasion to wish him the happiest Their efforts exemplify the concept of volun­ OF 'PENNSYLVANIA of birthdays. tarism. In fact, the team is currently organizing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES John Pettit began his distinguished political the 1992 Pedal for the Homeless Tour from Thursday, October 24, 1991 career shortly after his 21 st birthday, when he Washington, DC. These young men have trav­ Mr. GEKAS. Mr. Speaker, I address the worked for the Democratic Presidential can­ eled hundreds of miles to serve as the voice House today concerning a very urgent and se­ didate Al Smith in the Fairmount section of for thousands of individuals. rious matter in Pennsylvania. On July 19, Philadelphia. Soon after, Mr. Pettit was elect­ Mr. Speaker, I am privileged to honor the 1991, I sent a letter to Agriculture Secretary ed a Democratic committeeman in the 49th Pedal for the Homeless Team: Randy Roth, Edward Madigan alerting him to the severe ward in the Logan/Olney section of the city. As David Roth, Dan Langer, Ron Wirtz, and Paul drought conditions and the grim outlook for a committeeman, Mr. Pettit served under Ripple. May the wind always be at their backs, farmers in my district. Yesterday, I received seven Presidents between the years 1946-88, and their legs always strong. October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28605 TRAVIS HUNSAKER, EAGLE SCOUT for the better part of two decades, has been from 1977 to 1984, he established and built able to serve as the national clearinghouse to the Zionist arm of American Reform Judaism HON. JACK REED spread morale-boosting mail to our Nation's into a nati.onal organization numbering 70,000 OF RHODE ISLAND service men and women in as many places as members. As North American Director of the. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES possible. The organization's goals are simple; World Union for Progressive Judaism from to promote correspondence between Ameri­ 1973 to 1980, Rabbi Youdovin served as liai­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 cans and American soldiers from as many son between North American Reform Jews Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to sa­ people and places as possible, and to deliver and their counterparts in Israel and 25 co.un­ lute a distinguished young man from Rhode that mail as widely as possible to our soldiers tries throughout the world. Island who has attained the rank of Eagle throughout the United States and the world. In Born in the Bronx in 1941, Rabbi Youdovin Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. He is the past 2 years Mail Cali's efforts have been was educated in the New York City public Travis Hunsaker of Troop 725 in Cranston and extremely successful, sending mail to over school system, and graduated from Cotumbia he is honored this week for his noteworthy 1 ,000 military units and locations all across College in 1961 with a B.A. in psychology. achievement. the United States and in every corner of the After graduation, he entered the New York Not every young American who joins the globe. Thousands of letters and cards of sup­ branch of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Insti­ Boy Scouts earns the prestigious Eagle Scout port were delivered to our forces in the Per­ tute of Religion to begin his studies for the Award. In fact, only 2.5 percent of all Boy sian Gulf last year alone. rabbinate. He was ordained in June 1968. Scouts do. To earn the award, a Boy Scout I am proud of the efforts of my constituents The rabbi then served in the United States must fulfill requirements in the areas of leader­ who have made such an outstanding contribu­ Air Force as chaplain at Travis. Air Force Base ship, service, and outdoor skills. He must earn tion to this cause, and to the morale of our in Okinawa. In July 1970, having completed 21 merit badges, 11 of which are required troops. In particular, I would like to recognize his tour of duty, he became assistant rabbi of from areas such as citizenship in the commu­ two of the top participants in Mail Cali's 1990 Temple Emanuel in Worcester, MA. nity, citizenship in the Nation, citizenship in the Christmas mail call. Both the Oakhurst United Rabbi Youdovin's articles and publications world, safety, environmental science, and first Methodist Church in Seminole, and the U.S. cover a broad range of subjects ranging from aid. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Association his publications for the Union of American He­ As he progresses through the Boy Scout Auxiliary in St. Petersburg contributed greatly brew Congregations on international issues af­ ranks, a Scout must demonstrate participation to the effort which provided our troops sta­ fecting the Jewish community here and in Is­ in increasingly more responsible service tioned away from home on Christmas with let­ rael, and his articles covering issues that par­ projects. He must also demonstrate leadership ters and cards of support. These letters and ticularly relate to the reform movement here skills by holding one or more specific youth cards were instrumental in letting our soldiers and abroad for Sh'ma, the Jerusalem Post, leadership positions in his patrol and/or troop. know just how strongly we supported their Jewish Frontier, Congress Monthly and Juda­ These young men have distinguished them­ cause. ism: A Quarterly Journal of Jewish Life and selves in accordance with these criteria. Mr. Speaker and my distinguished col­ Thought. For his Eagle Scout project, he assisted the leagues, please join me in saluting the efforts Rabbi Youdovin is married to the farmer fire chiefs in safeguarding the community of Mail Call, and all our constituents, who Susan Schaalman, and they have two chil­ against fires by coordinating repairs and paint­ have brought joy to our service men and dren, Julie and Joshua, both in their early ing of local fire hydrants. women through their letters of support. twenties. Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues to join me in saluting Eagle Scout Travis Hunsaker. In turn, we must duly recognize the STEPHEN WISE FREE SYNAGOGUE REGIS HOUSE ORGANIZES ANTI- Boy Scouts of America for establishing the INSTALLS IRA S. YOUDOVIN AS DRUG PROGRAM FOR NICA- Eagle Scout Award and the strenuous criteria NEW RABBI RAGUANS its aspirants must meet. This program has HON. ILEANA RO~LEHTINEN through its 80 years honed and enhanced the HON. TED~ OF FLORIDA leadership skills and commitment to public OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES service of many outstanding Americans, two IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, October 24, 1991 dozen of whom now serve in the House. Thursday, October 24, 1991 It is my sincere belief that Travis Hunsaker Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, Mr. Xa­ will continue his public service and in so doing Mr. WEISS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to vier Cortada, the executive director of Regis will further distinguished himself and con­ share with my colleagues a very important and House, is initiating a drug abuse prevention sequently better his community. I am proud exciting event which is occurring tomorrow program targeting the needs of the Nica­ that Travis Hunsaker undertook his Scout ac­ evening, October 25, in New York City. raguan community in south Florida. Mr. tivity in my representative district, and I join At a special Sabbath service, the Stephen Cortada has appointed Dr. Oscar Danilo Pozo, friends, colleagues, and family who this week Wise Free Synagogue will install Rabbi Ira S. a psychiatrist who fled Nicaragua in 1983, to salute him. Youdovin as the fourth rabbi in its 85-year his­ manage the drug treatment and prevention tory. He follows in the footsteps of three out­ program. The Miami Herald recently brought standing rabbis: Stephen Wise, himself; Ed­ attention to the efforts of Regis House in an TRIBUTE TO THE PARTICIPANTS ward E. Klein, who was his teacher and men­ article by staff writer, Marilyn Garateix. That OF MILITARY "MAIL CALL" FOR tor; and Balfour Brickner, the congregation's article follows: THEIR MORALE-BOOSTING MAIL vigorous and vibrant leader for the past 1O Oscar Danilo Pozo thinks God helps those TO OUR SERVICE MEN AND years who will assume the role of Rabbi who help themselves. That includes Nica­ WOMEN Emeritus. Rabbi Youdovin, however, is the raguans. first to have the experience of growing up at "We have to do something for ourselves," HON. C.W. Bill YOUNG Stephen Wise. A child of the synagogue, said Pozo, a psychiatrist who left Nicaragua under the tutelage of Rabbi Edward Klein, in 1983. "Many Nicaraguans are capable of OF FLORIDA leadership and they can develop it, but they IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Rabbi Youdovin comes to his new post with a don't have the opportunity." personal knowledge of and affection for the Pozo hopes Regis House's new program will Thursday, October 24, 1991 congregation he will now lead. give Nicaraguans that chance. Mr. YOUNG of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise Rabbi Youdovin, who led Temple Beth-El in The nonprofit drug and alcohol abuse cen­ today to bring to the attention of my distin­ St. Petersburg, FL, since 1984, has a strong ter at 2010 NW Seventh St. has started a Nic­ guished colleagues the outstanding efforts and background in the workings of the reform araguan Volunteer Drug Prevention Pro­ gram. extraordinary achievements of the organization movement itself, and has held leadership posi­ Task forces of volunteers in Little Havana which has touched the lives of U.S. service tions in both the national and international and Sweetwater wiU promote self-esteem, men and women throughout the world. Military Jewish community. As executive director of help parents and their children communicate "Mail Call" is a nonprofit organization which, the Association of Reform Zionist of America and teach how to overcome obstacles. 28606 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 The goals: Keep Nicaraguans awa~ from benefits for both children and families. At any STOP AID TO EL SALVADOR! ,drugs and improve their status in society. given time, there are an estimated 30,000 chil­ "We decided to focus on the Nicaraguan community because there is a severe lack of dren in the foster care system who are legally HON. CHFSTER G. ATKINS services in that area," said Xavier Cortada, free to be adopted. At the same time, there OF MASSACHUSETTS executive director of Regis House. are over 2 million people who are interested in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The center has $30,000 from the ~tate De­ adopting a child. The Federal Government Thursday, October 24, 1991 partment of Health and Rehabilitative Serv­ must commit itself to helping these children i'ces and $40,000 from ACTION, a federal agen­ Mr. ATKINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cy, for the new program, Cortada said. find families. raise my strong objections to the fact that the The money will pay Pozo and an assistant Mr. Speaker, adoption is truly a loving op­ continuing resolution does not include restric­ to recruit volunteers and manage the pro­ tion. Evidence suggests that the benefits of tions on aid to El Salvador. gram. The plan is to find 315 people during adoption to all concerned, including the birth After 12 years of fighting which has claimed the next year to donate 24,000 hours. 75,000 lives and untold emotional damage, El Groups on education, parenting, religion mother, are overwhelmingly positive. Adoption Salvador finally has an opportunity for peace. and other subjects will be formed in Little also provides a child who might otherwise face Despite the fact that the latest news from El Havana and Sweetwater, two areas with a bleak or less than positive childhood the large Nicaraguan populations. Salvador indicates some renewed fighting in "The other Hispanic groups have pro­ prospect of having loving parents, a stable that troubled nation, the United Nations-spon­ grams. This program is culturally sensitive home, a higher standard of living and en­ sored peace talks, which are to resume again to the Nicaraguans," said Pozo, who ran ~ hanced career opportunities as the child ma­ on November 3, has brought about some drug prevention program for ASPIRA a non­ tures into adulthood. We must make it easier progress. Although there are still many tough profit youth organization that promotes edp ­ cational opportunities for Hispanics apd for these children to find families and celebrat­ issues on the table, the peace talks have al­ other minorities. "We have a common lan­ ing National Adoption Week provides a won­ ready brought about an agreement on ending guage, us Hispanics, but we have attitudes, derful opportunity to increase public aware­ the forced military draft, reducing the size of ways to communicate that differentiate ~ s . " ness. the military, and disbanding the paramilitary Nicaraguans also have certain weakne,sses forces. As the U.N. Security Council has that make them vulnerable to suing drugs as In addition, we must provide full Federal called upon both the FMLN rebels and the an escape, Pozo said. For example, hig~ un­ support for each of the parties involved in Government to show restraint, I believe the employment. " There is more frustration/ and adoption-the adopted child, the adoptive fam­ United States should match this restraint by stress," Pozo said. ily, and the birthmother. Mr. Speaker, for al­ Many Nicaraguan families are diivided, holding back military aid to the Government. some are in Miami while others are ! till in most 2 years I have worked with other Mem­ We all know that an overall foreign aid ap­ Nicaragua, he said. bers of Congress, public and private adoption propriations bill has been postponed until early And some Nicaraguans must deal wi h hav­ organizations, and countless individuals con­ next year because of the dispute over loan ing less, Pozo said. "Many of things t,hey had nected with adoption in order to craft com­ guarantees for Israel. Thus, the continuing over there, they don't have here-the posi- prehensive adoption legislation. The result of resolution we consider today would carry on tion, the profession," he said. I current law regarding assistance to El Sal­ these extensive consultations is H.R. 1753, Cortada said the program grew lout of a vador. That means that the administration phone call from a Nicaraguan mother. " She the Omnibus Adoption Act of 1991. This bipar­ wanted some help with her son because she could continue to subsidize the Salvadoran tisan legislation would provide tangible Federal military to the tune of $85 million a year in ad­ thought he was a drug addict," he said. support for children waiting to be adopted, Cortada met with the 16-yearp ld. whose dition to the $80 million already in the pipeline. long hair and heavy-metal T-shi.irts worried people interested in adopting children and We were all shocked by the 1989 massacre the mother. "The truth of the m'atter is the pregnant women considering the adoption op­ of six Jesuit priests in San Salvador, their kid just liked rock 'n' roll," ctortada said. tion. housekeeper and her daughter, which was "He wanted to fit in with his peer group." The Omnibus Adoption Act of 1991 would carried out by members of the military. My Mr. Speaker, I commend the / leadership of constituents and I were also shocked by the revise Federal employee and military person­ Mr. Cortada and Or. Pozo for 1their efforts to blatant way the Salvadoran military intimidated help prevent and treat the problem of drug nel health insurance so that adopted children a jury in this murder case. Finally, a court abuse in south Florida. I also want to recog­ would receive coverage equal to that given bi­ found a guilty verdict against Col. Guillermo nize the dedication of the rhany volunteers ological children. In addition, it would expand Benavides for the murders early this month. In whose work makes Regis H~se and the new their insurance coverage to include all prenatal the surreal world of the Salvadoran judiciary Nicaraguan Volunteer Drug Prevention Pro­ and maternal health costs of children adopted system, this represents progress. But the gram possible. Fr. Francisc Uerna and volun­ by Federal employees and military personnel. guilty verdict did not come down against each teers like Rostia Lamelas are helping save The bill would also create new Federal pro­ of the soldiers who had, in fact, confessed to youngsters' lives and unit·ng families against grams to provide comprehensive maternal killing the defenseless victims. One of these the scourge of drugs. We need more involved services to pregnant women lacking the men even described in detail his use of an citizens like Mr. Cortada, Father Llerena, Dr. means to pay for prenatal and maternity care. AK-47 on three of the victims. Pozo, and Ms. Lamelas in our communities. I believe that so long as the murderers in New educational programs would be author­ the Salvadoran military are not held account­ ized to develop and disseminate information able for their cowardly deeds, we must uncon­ NATIONAL ADOPTION WEEK about the positive benefits of adoption. A Fed­ ditionally end military assistance to that Gov­ eral adoption tax credit would assist families in ernment. However, the proposal I supported HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITII meeting the prohibitive costs that have pre­ that has been discussed as part of the con­ OF NEW JERSEY vented many families from adopting. In addi­ tinuing resolution was not even an outright IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion, the bill would establish a National Advi­ cessation of aid. Rather, it would have modi­ sory Council on Adoption to assist in the im­ fied the resolution with a requirement that the Thursday, October 24, 1991 administration must obtain congressional ap­ plementation of the bill and to make additional Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, proval on a case-by-case basis for each deliv­ today I am introducing a resolution to des­ recommendations to strengthen adoption. ery of aid to El Salvador. This relatively mod­ ignate Thanksgiving weeks in 1991 and 1992 Mr. Speaker, it's time for a major commit­ est idea was somehow considered too radical as "National Adoption Week." For each of the ment on the part of the Federal Government to pass the Senate and would risk a Presi­ past 13 years the week surrounding Thanks­ in support of adoption. I urge all of my col­ dential veto, thus resulting in a total shutdown giving has been officially celebrated as Na­ leagues to demonstrate their support of adop­ of the Government. tional Adoption Week and I have been proud tion by cosponsoring the National Adoption Mr. Speaker, I do not wish a shutdown of to sponsor the House legislation since 1985. Week resolution as well as the Omnibus our Nation's Government. I, therefore, feel that By celebrating "National Adoption Week" it would be irresponsible to vote against the Adoption Act. we can focus public attention on the positive continuing resolution. My decision to vote in October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28607 favor of this resolution, however, should not AUGUST 5, 1991. M~. Speaker, the obligations imposed on be consi~ered my endorsement of delaying Dr. RENES L. LABARCA, publicly held companies by this legislation are once again the consideration of ending aid to Chancellor, Universidad Metropolitana not onerous. The Congressional Research El Salvador, a debate which this House has LILLIAN SANTOS, Service says that the information required delayed for much too long. Dean of Students, under this legislation "should be already avail­ Universidad Metropolitana The administration says that now is the in­ able. to the accou~tants." It is not proprietary, correct moment to restrict aid to El Salvador. MARTHA R. NORAT, M.PH. Honor Program Director, ~ut 1t would constitute, according to CRS, "an They say they are concerned about what kind Universidad Metropolitana 34 important source of information not available of message such a cessation of aid sends to elsewhere." the Salvadoran Government at this stage in DEOPERSAD JAIPERSAD'S ACADEMIC EVALUATION Student Deopersad Jaipersad (S.S. No. 99- If this proposal had been law when Con­ the peace talks. Frankly, Mr. Speaker, I don't 00-0171) has completed in a highly satisfac­ gress debated the extension of fast track ne­ care about what message we send to the Sal­ tory way his first two years for the bachelor gotiating authority several months ago, it vadoran Government, Rather, I am concerned degree in Natural Science with a major in would have been possible to more objectively about what kind of message a continuation of Computer Science. evaluate the deluge of reports and studies aid sends to the people of El Salvador. Earlier Regarding his academic and extra­ made by proponents and opponents of fast curricular work we can assure that in very this year, the House leadership promised us track. At the time, wild and contradictory that we will be given the opportunity to debate few occasions we have seen cases as extraor­ dinary as Deopersad. Within his activities we claims were made about how many jobs and vote on ending aid to El Salvador. This would be gained or lost, how the environment promise was repeated in the midst of the dis­ want to stand out his participation during last two summers (1990-91) in the research would be helped or hurt, how our international cussion on the continuing resolution. There programs in Washington, DC and Los Ange­ competitiveness would be advanced or im­ are Members, including myself, who have 140 les, CA. We can notice his immediate adapta­ peded. e_ndorsed a bill which would cut off military as­ tion and his actual mastery of Spanish, hav­ Many of the reports and analyses Congress sistance to El Salvador. It is my hope that the ing in consideration that when he entered received during the consideration of fast track leadership will soon heed the wishes of 140 the Program in 1989 his skills in this lan­ seemed based on thin assumptions and insuf­ Members, countless constituents, and the peo­ guage were almost nul. ficient data. If the Shareholder Information Im­ ple of El Salvador, and follow through with In conclusion, this student is an example provement Act is enacted into law it will be their promise to allow a debate on this impor­ of what a high sense of responsibility and possible to off a bit of the fog tant issue. academic commitment can do. b~~n co~fusing We are at your disposition to elaborate or that has trad1t1onally blanketed congressional answer any additional questions. trade debates. AN OUTSTANDING STUDENT Let's stop the posturing and get the facts. INTRODUCTION OF SHAREHOLDER Are companies shipping jobs overseas? Do HON. MERVYN M. DYMALLY INFORMATION IMPROVEMENT our environmental regulations drive busi­ OF CALIFORNIA ACT OF 1991 nesses to international pollution havens? Do IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES certain tax laws encourage companies to find homes where they will get better tax treat­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 HON. RON WYDEN r:nent? If our citizens can't find out where put:r Mr. DYMALLY. Mr. Speaker, I wish to enter OF OREGON hcly held companies are moving and what into the RECORD a letter about a young stu­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES types of operations they are moving there it is dent, Deopersad "Lincoln" Jaipersad from Thursday, October 24 , 1991 impossible to even ask why the move 'took Trinidad, West Indies, who is attending the Mr. WYDEN. Mr. Speaker, today, I am intro­ place. Metropolitan University in Puerto Rico on a ducing legislation to require publicly held com­ I am very pleased that this legislation has Mervyn M. Dymally scholarship. panies to disclose in their annual financial received strong support from the North Amer­ Lincoln, as we know him, spent the summer statements, on a country-by-country basis, the ican Securities Administrators' Association. with me in Washington and district office. He total number of people they employ and the !his ~rganization is in the business of promot­ is everything the letter says about him. The ing ~air and honest securities markets by im­ letter speaks for itself. There are also approxi­ goods and services they produce. In global fi­ nancial markets, access to this information is proving the free flow of information. They m~tely . ?O students in various colleges and wrote in a letter to me that I would like to in­ urnvers1t1es who are, or have been, recipients critical to investors, workers, and policy­ makers. I am pleased that Representative ED­ clude in the RECORD, "investors would benefit of scholarships from the Mervyn M. Dymally considerably from the enhanced disclosure re­ Scholarship Fund. WARD J. MARKEY, chairman of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Telecommuni­ quired by your bill." UNIVERSIDAD METROPOLITANA, cations and Finance, is joining me as an origi­ Thus, this bill ought to be enacted on inves­ October 11, 1991. tor protection grounds alone. When you con­ Hon. MERVYN DYMALLY, nal cosponsor of this legislation. Congress, 306 W Compton Boulevard, Suite 200, It seems incredible, but according to the sider the additional benefits that accrue to Compton, CA Congressional Research Service [CRS] such workers and policymakers, the case for this DEAR MR. DYMALL Y: This is to inform you information is not available today. In a new re­ legislation becomes even stronger. about Deopersad Jaipersad's academic per­ port done for me by CRS, which I would like I am especially grateful to Chairman ED formance at Universidad Metropolitana's De­ to include in the record, employment data for MARKEY, who has great expertise and experi­ partment of Natural Sciences. As you know, the Nation's large, publicly held corporations is ence in securities regulation, for his help in the Deopersad is the first Mervyn Dymally development of this legislation, and urge my Scholarship recipient from Trinidad. It is a generally aggregated-and reveals virtually pleasure to inform you that he already com­ nothing about where the workers of these colleagues to join us as cosponsors. pleted his second year with excellent grades. firms are located and what they produce in a NORTH AMERICAN SECURITIES His adaptation to a different culture has given locale. ADMINISTRATORS ASSOCIATION, INC., been remarkable. He was accepted at Making this information readily available is Washington, DC, October 24 , 1991. UMET's science honor program and has ben­ important to U.S. workers who want to monitor Hon. RON WYDEN, efited from many extracurricular activities U.S. House of Representatives, including research summer programs in the their companies' overseas investments. This Washington, DC. United States. I am enclosing for your infor­ information is important to investors who are DEAR CONGRESSMAN WYDEN: On behalf of mation the report by the Director of the trying to track potential risks due to current the North American Securities Administra­ Honor program and tho Dean of Students. fluctuations, political instability, and foreign se­ tors Association (NASAA), we appreciate the I know you will share with us our enthu­ curities regulations. This information is essen­ opportunity to express our views on draft siasm for Deopersad's academic success. If tial to U.S. policymakers. Legislators involved legislation which would require issuers to you need any additional information please in contentious debates about trade, taxes, and disclose information concerning their inter­ let me know. I will be glad to provide it for national structure and competiveness. you. environmental regulations, should have access As you know, NASAA and its members Sincerely, to objective data about worldwide employment have long-standing concerns related to pro­ DR. RENE L. LABARCA, PH. D., and production-not conjecture and specula­ viding enhanced protections to investors who Chancellor. tion. participate in the increasingly international 28608 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 marketplace. Federal securities laws rely propriate to the aims and purposes of the Se­ UNITED NATIONS DAY predominately on disclosure to allow inves­ curities Exchange Act. tors to make informed investment decisions. Presently available information on the HON. EDWARD F. FEIGHAN We share your concern that this disclosure types of businesses and number of workers be as full and complete as possible. Cer­ OF OHIO tainly, investors would benefit considerably employed by U.S. firms overseas is limited. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) in from the enhanced disclosure required by Thursday, October 24, 1991 your bill. the Department of Commerce conducts an Although it is our belief that the Securi­ annual survey of the affiliates of U.S. multi­ Mr. FEIGHAN. Mr. Speaker, I want to join ties and Exchange Commission currently has national companies. The published data in­ with my colleagues in paying tribute to the the statutory authority to compel the type clude the assets, sales, and employment of United Nations on the celebration of 46 years of disclosure contemplated by your draft leg­ U.S.-controlled firms abroad, with break­ of service to the world community. islation, in the absence of action by the downs by country and by industry, but no in­ Today, we celebrate United Nations Day at Commission, NASAA supports legislation formation on individual companies is made a time when U.N. institutions have come to which would require such disclosure. public. 1 A few private firms publish direc­ Your leadership on this issue demonstrates play the role originally envisioned by its found­ anew your commitment to protecting the tories of U.S. companies' operations abroad. ers. The tremendous political convulsions that American investing public. We look forward The best known is the 3-volume Directory of brought us the end of the cold war and have to working with you on this and other issues American Firms Operating in Foreign Countries so rocked the political landscape have also al­ of mutual concern. (New York, Uniworld Business Publications, lowed the United Nations to emerge as the Sincerely, Inc., 1987), which lists names and addresses most prominent forum for the management of JOHN R. PERKINS, of foreign affiliates of U.S. businesses. This international conflict and the protection of indi­ Missouri Securities directory indicates the nature of the busi­ Commissioner and NASAA President. vidual rights. ness of the foreign affiliate, but contains no Whether as a mediator, a peacekeeper, a financial or employment data. New editions health care provider, or an educator, the Unit­ CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE, appear only every 3-5 years, however, so ed Nations and its agencies continue to strive THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS, much information may be out of date. In Washington, DC, August 28, 1991. to reach the goals embodied in its Charter: To: Honorable Ron Wyden; Attention: Mark summary, there is at present no source of foreign employment figures for individual To maintain international peace and secu­ Usellis. rity * * *; to develop friendly relations From: Mark Jickling, Economic Analyst, Ec­ U.S. firms, and available information on the among nations based on respect for the prin­ onomics Division. identity and type of business of foreign af­ ciple of equal rights and self-determination Subject: Analysis of Proposal To Expand Fi­ filiates is less than comprehensive. * * *; to achieve international cooperation in nancial Reporting Requirements to In­ Besides the interest to investors in cor­ solving international problems of economic, clude Information on Foreign Operations porate securities, would the information ob­ social, cultural or humanitarian character, of U.S. Firms. tained through disclosure of employment and in promoting and encouraging respect This memorandum is prepared in response and types of business of foreign affiliates of for human rights * * *; and to be a center for to your request for an analysis of a proposal U.S. firms be useful to economists and pol­ harmonizing the actions of nations in the at­ to require U.S. firms that report to the Secu­ tainment of these common ends. rities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to in­ icy-makers? To some extent, it would seem to duplicate the BEA survey of the foreign It is in this light that I would like to share an clude with their annual filings information article written by Sister Kathleen Ryan of the on the number of workers they employ and affiliates of U.S. multinationals. Who would the types of goods and services they make or undertake the formidable statistical task of Cleveland Commission on Catholic Commu­ provide in their foreign operations. compiling the data contained in thousands of nity Action of the Catholic Diocese of Cleve­ Under Section 13(a) of the Securities and SEC filings when the BEA already publishes land, OH. Her article appeared in the Catholic Exchange Act of 1934, companies whose secu­ the same data in aggregated form? Another Universe Bulletin, and highlights the United rities are publicly traded are required to advantage of the BEA sample (2,006 parent Nation's important achievements and continu­ make periodic disclosures of a wide range of companies surveyed in 1988) is that it in­ ing struggles it faces on the occasion of its information that is considered material to cludes privately-held firms, which do not re­ 46th birthday. investors. The most extensive periodic dis­ port to the SEC. For research into broad, A copy of the article follows: closure form is the 10-K annual report, which is generally similar to an annual report to macroeconomic issues of international trade, THE UNITED NATIONS STILL OUR BEST HOPE shareholders. The 10-K report contains a foreign direct investment, and the mobility OF PEACE consolidated income statement and balance of capital and labor, data reported to the (By Sr. Kathleen Ryan, SND) sheet for five financial years, line-of-busi­ SEC would likely add little to the existing United Nations Day, October 24, marks 46 ness information, a description of outstand­ BEA data base. However, for microeconomic years since the U.N. was founded to foster ing securities, information on the compensa­ research concerning individual industries peace in a world still reeling from World War tion of directors and top executives, and a and firms, the proposed SEC filings might II. The political landscape of the world has single employment figure for the entire com­ constitute an important source of informa­ changed remarkably since 1945. One of the pany. In general, financial information is tion not available elsewhere. constants in the near half century since the presented in aggregated form, so that it is cataclysmic war ended has been the ubiq­ impossible to judge the performance of indi­ Finally, would the expanded reporting re­ uitous efforts of the United Nations to medi­ vidual divisions or subsidiaries of the firm. quirements be a regulatory burden to the ate conflicts and elicit world-cooperation on Would investors benefit from the expanded firms that report to the SEC? Compliance humanitarian projects. disclosures required by the present proposal? would certainly involve costs to the firms. While the U.N. has long been derided as an Current reporting requirements date from an The SEC in recent years has tried to mini­ ineffective body, it has some notable suc­ era when the international activities of U.S. mize these costs by allowing some corpora­ cesses. Moreover, it remains our best hope business are considerably less extensive than tions to file Form 10-K "by incorporation" of for genuinely democratic international co­ they are today. The profits of many U.S. their annual reports to shareholders, in operation. firms, including large corporations whose se­ other words, letting a single document fulfill It was established to be not a super-gov­ curities are widely held, can be significantly two disclosure requirements. However, all ernment, but rather a diplomatic market­ affected by the performance of their foreign the information required by the present pro­ place where nations can speak to one an­ affiliates. Foreign business operations are posal should be already available to the ac­ other and work cooperatively to find solu­ subject to a number of risks-exchange rate tions to the international conflicts which fluctuations, changes in tax and regulatory countants who combine the financial results seem to ceaselessly erupt in our world. policy, poor economic conditions, political of all the branches of the corporation, for­ James Olson, executive director of na­ upheaval-that do not always apply or cor­ eign and domestic, into the single consoli­ tional programs for the United Nations Asso­ respond to the risks faced by domestic busi­ dated set of statistics statement that ap­ ciation of the United States, told me in a ness. Therefore, in many cases, more de­ pears on Form 10-K. telephone interview that supporters of the tailed information on the nature and size of U.N. view the international agency as an a corporation's overseas affiliates could be 1 The latest available results of the survey appear evolving and highly promising force for material to investment decisions. Thus, re­ in: Mataloni, Raymond J., Jr., U.S. Multinational peace. quiring disclosure of foreign employment Companies: Operations in 1988. Survey of Current As the troublesome aftershocks of the Gulf and operations would not appear to be inap- Business, June 1990. p. 31. War continue to be recorded in the headlines October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28609 of the world's press, Olson said, "The events needs of the proud men and women who pregnancy and maternity leave. With respect in the Gulf since August have led to a revival proudly serve us in our community's police to contractual agreements, the administration of the U.N.'s usefulness, but those events forces. of property and civil justice, equality for have also raised serious questions about how Cop Aid, as it was founded in 1990, was the world should respond when swift, inter­ women before the law is underscored within national action is necessary.'' created by Guy Sanchez, Charles Rodriguez, the Convention. and Anthony Rodriguez, as a self-reliant orga­ Olson said that he sees the U.N. as still un­ One of the most pervasive, and often unre­ sure how best to deal with the complex and nization devoted to supporting their fellow offi­ seemingly intractable problems arising from cers and their family members during the ported, aspects of discrimination between the Saddam Hussein's quarrel with his Gulf stressful and painful situations associated with sexes is the provision of adequate food, nutri­ neighbors and much of the world at large. police work. Over its brief history, Cop Aid has tion and health care. Access to health care, While all the evidence is far from in on the demonstrated to be an excellent support group adequate nutrition during childhood and preg­ U.N.'s action in the Gulf War, few voices to law enforcement officers who have been nancy, protection of women's health in the would argue that the New York-based inter­ confronted with extraordinary circumstances workplace are specifically noted in the Con­ national forum is not an absolutely essential vention. These provisions are positive and I vehicle in the search for peace and harmony. that could not possibly be resolved by them­ The break-up of Soviet hegemony and the selves, but rather required the helping hand of support them without reservation. emergence of a host of new independent na­ friends and family to guide them through the I fully support the Convention's provisions tions with voices in the U.N., promises to difficult moments. dealing with the repulsive practice of trafficking strengthen the international body's role in As a source of funding for the services that in women-an absolutely deplorable crime. world affairs. the organization provides, Cop Aid has spon­ The U.S. Bishops Peace Pastoral, The Chal­ sored a yearly benefit concert bringing to the Mr. Speaker, I must bring to the attention of lenge of Peace (May, 1983) reminded us that my colleagues, however, the fact that some world problems cannot be remedied by a sin­ stages of Miami, star studded performances by national and internationally renowned acts are attempting to use this Convention to ag­ gle nation approach. They require instead "a gressively promote abortion on demand. The concerted effort of the whole world commu­ on the billboard charts, uniting the youth of nity.'' The Bishops stated, "The United Na­ south Flordia in a common cause raising over International Planned Parenthood Federation, tions should be particularly considered in $80,000 during their brief period in existence. for example, a strong advocate for permissive this effort.'' An event will take place on Friday, October abortion, rates signatories to the Convention Throughout 1990, the United Nations, 25th at a local hotel which seeks to gather according to the provision of so-called "repro­ through quiet diplomacy held democratic these funds. ductive rights," which they say includes the elections in Namibia, as well as in Nicaragua right to destroy an unborn child by abortion. and Haiti. Mr. Speaker, I am proud of the efforts being The U.N. also paved the way for the un­ performed by these dedicated individuals who According to International Family Planning precedented Children's Summit, which Presi­ strive to alleviate the hardships confronting our Perspectives, December 1990, "Many of the dent Bush and 70 other heads-of-state at­ men and women in uniform, and sincerely articles in the United Nations (UN) Convention tended this year to find cooperative meas­ hope that their work becomes an inspiration to on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimina­ ures of preventing the deaths of the 40,000 all who have taken the solemn oath, "to pro­ tion Against Women deal explicitly with repro­ children who die-mostly avoidably-each tect and to serve." day. ductive rights, including the availability of abor­ In late September, the United Nations me­ tion * * * abortion. * * *" The newsletter diated the peace accord held in New York in CONVENTION ON THE ELIMI- quotes IPPF that "everywhere, social, struc­ which El Salvador President Alfredo tural and economic realities limit women's Cristiani and the leaders of the five main NATION OF ALL FORMS OF DIS­ CRIMINATION AGAINST WOMEN choices and their economic rights. But the es­ guerrilla forces met to begin to resolve some tablishment of reproductive rights by law is a issues dividing them. A framework for a final stage of negotiations to reach a cease-fire in HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITII crucial starting point from which women may El Salvador's 11 year-old civil war has begun. begin to exercise those rights." The efforts of the UN have not always been OF NEW JERSEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, this antichild, proabortion fruitful, and there is no reason to expect agenda is diametrically opposed to the U.N. that pattern to change in the immediate fu­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 ture. Its mission of universal peace, its daily Convention on the Rights of the Child, en­ search for common ground, is, however, a Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I dorsed by the United Nations in November noble and vital mission. We wish it a happy strongly support the broad objectives outlined 1989, which held in its preamble that "the birthday and a long and productive life in in the Convention on the Elimination of All child, by reason of his physical and mental im­ the service of peace. Forms of Discrimination Against Women, maturity, needs special safeguards and care, CALL TO ACTION whereby women would enjoy full legal protec­ including appropriate legal protection, before Join the National Observance of United tion of their God-given rights. No one can pos­ as well as after birth." As congressional dele­ Nations Day, Friday, Oct. 25, 12:00 Noon, sibly argue with the premise that all nations gate to the United Nations, I had the privilege Cleveland City Council Chambers, to hear take all appropriate measures to guarantee of presenting the U.S. statement on the Con­ Mr. James Olson. Call Sr. Beverly A. the exercise and enjoyment of human rights vention on the Rights of the Child in New LoGrasso, OSU at the Commission on Catho­ and fundamental freedoms and ensure the full York. To quote that statement, "Children­ lic Community Action, 696-Q525, ext. 227 for development and advancement of women. further information on how to become in­ born and unborn-are precious and extremely volved. These are principles which I believe are es­ vulnerable. Governments have a duty and sa­ sential for justice and the foundation of civil (Sr. Ryan is the director of legislative af­ cred obligation to protect these children to the fairs for the Commission on Catholic Com­ society. maxirnum extent possible. Birth is an event munity Action, the social action committee I am pleased to note that equal access to which happens to each of us." Thus, Mr. of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland.) the full spectrum of educational opportunities, Speaker, birth is not the beginning of life, just nutrition and health care, economic opportuni­ another step in the maturation process of a ties and political participation is a major theme human being. A TRIBUTE TO COP AID of the Convention. Mr. Speaker, the political empowerment of Ratification of the Convention must include HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN women as evidenced by the right to vote, ad­ a strong reservation stating that nothing in the document shall be construed to, in any way, OF FLORIDA ministration of public office and formulation of compel, encourage or require the United IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES public policy, and participation in the instru­ ments of public and political life, provides the States or any other nation to enact laws or Thursday, October 24, 1991 rudiments of equality. policies that legalize abortion. Today I am in­ Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I would I applaud provisions in the Convention troducing a resolution, along with several col­ like to acknowledge the outstanding work of which seek to prevent discrimination in the leagues, which urges the President to include dedicated citizens from our community who workplace, whether the issue be remuneration, a pro-life proviso in the package of reserva­ have committed themselves to serving the health and safety, or special protection during tions, understandings, and declarations. 28610 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 OMNIBUS CRIME CONTROL ACT liberties, including the constitutional guarantee Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Commit­ against unlawful search and seizure. This leg­ tee on Foreign Relations in consultation with HON. CARD58 COWNS islation, as amended, essentially nullifies the representatives from the administration to de­ OF ILLINOIS longstanding exclusionary rule, which prohibits velop a realistic arms transfer restraint policy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ·the introduction of illegally obtained evidence toward the Middle East and the Persian Gulf Thursday, October 24, 1991 into a courtroom. By now allowing the intro­ regions in the wake of Operations Desert duction of evidence obtained without a war­ Shield and Desert Storm. One of the many Mrs. COLLINS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I was rant, even though it was obtained in good lessons of those efforts must be that the busi­ unfortunately not in attendance on October 22, faith, we have opened the door to a wide ness as usual approach of the 1980's toward 1991, to vote on final passage of H.R. 3371. array of civil rights abuses by police officers arms sales and transfers to the Middle East However, had I been present, I would have not familiar with proper search and seizure and the Persian Gulf must not be repeated in risen in opposition to final passage of the Om­ procedures. The Supreme Court even recog­ the 1990's. In this regard, chapter 5 of title II nibus Crime Control Act of 1991 . While I was nized this possibility by refusing to extend its of the conference report addresses not only originally hopeful of being able to support this good-faith exception to warrantless searches. the issue of United States, but global arms bill as it was reported from the Judiciary Com­ Mr. Speaker, the current wave of crime grip­ transfers to the Middle East and Persian Gulf mittee, I regret that its amended form is unac­ ping the Nation's streets is reaching frighten­ region by calling for the negotiated establish­ ceptable. ing levels. But we must not let our zeal to put ment of a multilateral arms transfer and con­ First and foremost, Mr. Speaker, I cannot criminals behind bars overshadow the fun­ trol regime toward the Middle East and Per­ support any legislation which so vastly ex­ damental civil liberties upon which we have re­ sian Gulf by the five permanent members of pands the list of Federal crimes punished by lied for over two centuries. While this bill has the U.N. Security Council. the death penalty. How are we to become a several outstanding provisions, including a fair In so doing, the conference report cites a "kinder and gentler" nation, as the President habeas corpus reform and important funding number of findings which demonstrate the ur­ has set out as his goal, if we continually at­ for local antidrug and crime prevention pro­ gent need for the establishment of such a re­ tempt to reform America's criminals by killing grams, the assault on the rights of all Ameri­ gime and mandates that the President shall them? Study upon study has shown that the cans is indeed tragic. I urge my colleagues to continue those negotiations that were initiated death penalty does not deter criminal behav­ reject this bill. under his direction with the other permanent ior, and simply increasing the number of members of the U.N. Security Council in the crimes punishable by death will accomplish President's May 29 announcement. The con­ nothing, except perhaps increase the chances DECISIVE OPPORTUNITY FOR ference report also specifies that in the proc­ that a wrongfully convicted individual will be ARMS CONTROL IN THE MIDDLE ess of these continuing negotiations, the put to death. EAST President should propose to the other perma­ Furthermore, it is a tragedy that the fairness nent members of the Security Council the in death sentencing provisions were stripped HON. DANTE B. FASCELL adoption of a temporary moratorium on the from this bill by an amendment offered by my OF FLORIDA transfer of major military equipment to the colleague from Florida, Mr. MCCOLLUM, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Middle East and Persian Gulf until such time replaced by the administration's noble sound­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 that a multilateral arms transfer and control re­ ing, yet deathly hollow Equal Justice Act. Past gime is concluded and agreed to. inequities in the frequency of sentencing mi­ Mr. FASCELL. Mr. Speaker, it is my inten­ The conference report also incorporates the norities to death over whites are well docu­ tion next to bring to the floor the conference provisions of the House bill which describe the mented, Mr. Speaker. Even the administration report that accompanies the bill H.R. 2508, the purpose of such a regime and further clarifies has acknowledged this disturbing trend, yet, International Cooperation Act of 1991. As you that particular provision in calling for the this legislation will simply sweep this nasty lit­ know, this important legislation represents the achievement of greater transparency among tle secret under the rug. As amended, the second serious attempt by the Committee on arms suppliers through advanced notification crime bill would prohibit the introduction of sta­ Foreign Affairs and the House of Representa­ of both agreement to transfer and actual trans­ tistical data indicating racial bias into any tives to rewrite the basic authorities and policy fer of conventional major military equipment courtroom, no matter how glaringly evident the guidelines of both the Foreign Assistance Act through the adoption of common and com­ pattern of abuse. Until we can fully guarantee of 1961 and the Arms Export Control Act of prehensive control guidelines on the transfer that every American will be sentenced based 1968. In this regard, title II of this legislation of conventional major military equipment. on the severity of his crimes rather than the establishes the policies governing U.S. military It should also be noted that the conference color of his skin, I will continue to oppose cap­ assistance and foreign military sales pro­ report notes that the committee of con­ ital punishment and legislation which proposes grams. In addition, title II includes an impor­ ference's belief that the President has under­ its use. tant new initiative calling for the implementa­ taken good-faith efforts to convene multilateral Also troubling to me, Mr. Speaker; is the re­ tion of a multinational arms transfer and con­ negotiations among the permanent five mem­ luctance of this body to enact sensible and fair trol policy and regime toward the Middle East bers of the United Nations in seeking to estab­ restrictions on semiautomatic and assault-style and Persian Gulf regions. lish the arms supplier regime described in sec­ weapons. This Judiciary Committee's version It is this particular provision, that I would like tion 282 of the conference report. In this re­ of the crime bill contained provisions banning to bring to my colleagues attention today. The gard, the conference report commends the 13 specific types of assault weapons and Committee on Foreign Affairs has long recog­ President for his efforts and specifies that the large capacity ammunition clips. An amend­ nized that U.S. security assistance and foreign requirements of chapter 5 of title II are con­ ment, however, deleted this important ban on military sales programs are important ele­ sistent with the practices of preconsultation, such weapons which have no legitimate pur­ ments of our Nation's foreign policy apparatus. consultation and advanced notification require­ pose, except to kill other human beings. This At the same time, the Committee on Foreign ments that are currently associated with U.S. ban would not have affected those assault Affairs has also long been concerned over the arms sales worldwide. weapons already legally owned. Unfortunately, seemingly endless proliferation of weapons of Clearly, no more pressing issue in inter­ an effective misinformation campaign, backed mass destruction, the delivery systems associ­ national affairs exists than that of the current by the National Rifle Association, sparked ated with those weapons-especially ballistic situation in the Middle East and the Persian enough public hysteria to assure the defeat of missile systems and related technologies, and Gulf. The conference report addresses that this proposal. Nearly every police and law en­ the proliferation of conventional weapons pressing problem in a calling for the adoption forcement organization across the country has throughout the global community. As stated, of higher and more rigorous standards on U.S. come out in favor of this ban. I believe we the committee retains this concern globally but and multinational arms transfers to the Middle owe it to these brave men and women to as­ especially with regard to what has been and East and Persian Gulf region. The conference sure that they are not outgunned by criminals remains the continuous spiral of conventional report is aimed at winning the peace and stim­ on the street. This legislation, however, does arms throughout the Middle East and Persian ulating a climate for greater arms control in not do that. Gulf regions. the Middle East and Persian Gulf region Finally, Mr. Speaker, I am very disturbed by Chapter 5 of title 11 represents a basic con­ through arms restraint now versus the busi­ the increasing erosion of our most prized civil sensus of opinion among the members of the ness of arms sales as usual. October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28611 The conference report has forged a consen­ Bush and President Gorbachev shared a deci­ complishments, the promise of the original sus that stipulates that it is high time to stop sive opportunity to further the aims of both the Clean Water Act remains largely unfulfilled. the business as usual approach to solving the Paris and London rounds of negotiations In 1972, we set a goal of assuring fishable problem of peace in the Middle East and the among the permanent five, as well as to pro­ and swimmable waters throughout the Nation Persian Gulf regions. We have decided that mote the concept contained in chapter 5 of by 1984 and eliminating the discharge of pol­ the business as usual approach in selling title II of the conference report. In this regard, lutants by 1985. Today, 30 percent of all as­ arms to everyone serves no ones interests. it seems to me that on a bilateral basis, and sessed river and stream miles fail to attain That is why the conference report clearly as means of continuing the permanent five's fully designated water quality standards. states that future conventional arms transfers negotiating process, Presidents Bush and Twenty-five percent of lakes are impaired and to the Middle East and the Persian Gulf Gorbachev should suggest a temporary 29 percent of estuaries similarly do not meet should be controlled by a multilateral restraint pause-at least during the duration of the Mid­ designated water quality standards. policy. dle East peace talks this year---on the United These disappointing figures are largely at­ While some in the executive branch may States and Soviet transfer of major military tributable to the act's failure to address ag­ argue that the committee is tinkering at the equipment to the Middle East and Persian gressively nonpoint source pollution. The act edges of Presidential prerogative, and that Gulf regions. In this way, the United States has also failed to address the serious impacts current law is sufficient to bring arms control and the Soviet Union in tandem would be ad­ resulting from contaminated sediments and and peace to the Middle East and the Persian vancing not only the negotiations among the losses of wetland habitat. Gulf, the committee of conference would re­ permanent five in seeking agreement to a mul­ The need for this research legislation is be­ spond that Congress does have the respon­ tilateral arms restraint policy, but in furthering coming increasingly apparent. A growing num­ sibility to help set policy guidelines and pass the cause of peace negotiations among the ber of reports on the Clean Water Act, includ­ laws, and to seek the President's support for nations of the Middle East and Persian Gulf ing a report prepared by a panel of scientists them. As stated, the committee of conference regions. at the request of the EPA, indicates that nu­ recognizes that arms transfers are an impor­ That is the primary aim of chapter 5 of title merous regulatory activities are not based on tant tool and element of our foreign policy ap­ 11. Chapter 5 of title II reasserts the necessity sound science. This report finds that the paratus. Nevertheless, the committee of con­ of continued U.S. leadership in seeking to EPA's list of toxic priority pollutants is based ference reiterates its belief that higher and bring about both peace and arms control in on outdated research and that water quality more rigorous standards on U.S. transfers to the Middle East and the Persian Gulf. It is a monitoring is currently conducted based on the Middle East and the Persian Gulf must be congressional call which the administration is outmoded ecological indices. This report also pursued. already responding to in leading negotiations shows that States presently lack the scientific In this regard, I would note that the adminis­ in Paris and London of this year. It is a con­ research base needed to translate water qual­ tration has already responded to a certain ex­ gressional call which the permanent five is re­ ity standards into methods to address tent to the provisions contained in chapter 5 of sponding to in agreeing to the continuation of nonpoint source pollution. title II. At the invitation of the President, the these negotiations in Washington next year, The Nation's water research activities have permanent five members of the U.N. Security where hopefully progress on the concept of focused almost exclusively on the conven­ Council met in Paris on July 7 and 8, and de­ preconsultations among the permanent five on tional pollutants that are discharged by point clared their intent to seek to eliminate the conventional arms transfers can be achieved. sources. According to the EPA, however, over transfer of technologies associated with the It is a congressional response to a daunting 50 percent of the Nation's. remaining water development of nuclear, biological, and chemi­ problem, that if given the chance, might work quality problems are attributable to pollution cal weapons and of associated delivery sys­ in bringing greater arms control and as such from nonpoint sources-namely pollution re­ tems. The permanent five also endorsed the enhance the prospects for peace in the Middle sulting from various types of runoff. Astonish­ concept of achieving transparency on conven­ East and Persian Gulf. Finally, it is a congres­ ingly, the EPA has virtually no research pro­ tional arms transfers and the principle of con­ sional response worthy of wide bipartisan sup­ gram in the nonpoint source area. Similarly, sultations on such transfers. In addition, the port during next week's vote on the con­ very little science has been devoted to exam­ permanent five enunciated its support for the ference report. ining the contaminated sediment problem. establishment of a universal register of arms These failings particularly impede efforts of the transfers under the auspices of the United Na­ Long Island Sound Congressional Caucus of tions. These initial steps were taken with re­ INTRODUCTION OF THE CLEAN New York and Connecticut members to ad­ gard to transfers toward the Middle East with WATER ACT RESEARCH BILL dress pollution of the sound effectively since an eye toward expanding them on a global much of the problem results from runoff-both scale in the future. HON. JAMES H. SCHEUER in New York and Connecticut. More importantly, these initial steps were OF NEW YORK The bill that I am introducing today: Pro­ followed upon by a second round of negotia­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vides for improved water quality science; pro­ tions among the permanent five in London on vides for first rate research on runoff---or what October 17 and 18. Once again, progress was Thursday, October 24, 1991 is termed nonpoint source pollutiorr-including achieved. In London, the permanent five Mr. SCHEUER. Mr. Speaker, some of our the identification of effective and economically agreed upon the adoption of common guide­ most glorious national assets, which are still efficient control technologies; calls for im­ lines on conventional arms transfers and infor­ threatened by pollution, are our pure and pris­ proved research on contaminated sediments mation sharing with regard to those transfers. tine lakes, rivers, estuaries, and coastal re­ and the restoration of wetlands; and focuses The permanent five also reiterated their sup­ gions. The bill that I am introducing today, the upon increasing our general scientific under­ port for the universal register of conventional Clean Water Act research bill, will help to re­ standing of ecosystem processes. arms transfers at the United Nations. In addi­ store these invaluable and beautiful ecological One of the biggest challenges ahead is de­ tion, the permanent five agreed to inform each resources-resources which are important to termining the causes and effects of water pol­ other about transfers of specific conventional the quality of all of our lives and also to the lution on ecosystems. To meet this challenge military equipment to the Middle East. Most economic life of our Nation. we need to increase our basic environmental importantly, however, the permanent five Since its original enactment in 1972, the effects research and our examination of eco­ agreed to continue their negotiations on this Clean Water Act has served to reduce signifi­ system integrity. subject at a Washington round early next year. cantly conventional sources of water pollution, Additionally, the bill expands State water Mr. Speaker, next week when we shall be such as: wastewater treatment discharges, quality monitoring programs and provides a voting on the conference report, the President and industrial discharges. mechanism to coordinate the monitoring activi­ shall be meeting with Soviet President Gorba­ By examining and controlling large ties of State and Federal agencies. Fewer chev in Madrid on a number of issues, one of ecosystems, the Clean Water Act's National than half of the Nation's river miles or coastal the most important of which of course is our Estuary Program has also greatly advanced or lake waters have ever been assessed for nations' joint sponsorship of multilateral nego­ water pollution control in critical areas such as their ability to meet water quality standards. tiations aimed at securing a Middle East the Chesapeake Bay and the Long Island This bill also establishes a system to give peace agreement. In my view, both President Sound. While we can be proud of these ac- us a clear, signal of any impending threats to 28612 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 our waterbodies. It does so by integrating ex­ Group [SCLAD] and its executive director red and white crepe-paper muted trumpet isting Federal water monitoring programs into Pedro F. Rodriguez, recently provided leader­ placed on the podium onstage. An array of the Clean Water Act. The bill also provides for ship in organizing the Miami Beach Freedom huge posters of Davis lined the side walls­ the establishment of scientifically sound proto­ Fair & Exposition held on October 18, 19, and blowups of photos taken during his 70s jazz­ fusion era and his comeback appearances in cols to serve as assessment indicators of the 20, 1991. the 80s. The foyer was dominated by a photo health of our waterbodies. The purpose of the Freedom Fair & the of Davis taken after he had received the Finally, the bill authorizes grants to dem­ Expo was to serve as a clearinghouse of infor­ French Legion of Honor award this past sum­ onstrate innovative technology for both pollu­ mation on services, assistance products and mer. tion prevention and control. technology for the disabled. Important issues But in constrast to these icon-like images The legislation that I am introducing today were also discussed regarding handicap ac­ of Miles, the speakers at the service con­ will reorient our water research programs to­ cess, rehabilitation and health care. Seminars centrated on a very human Miles Davis-a ward the remaining overwhelming causes of included a discussion of the right of the dis­ young man who was their neighbor, their our Nation's water pollution. I urge my col­ friend or their student. And a young man abled under the Americans With Disabilities whose behavior even then foreshadowed the leagues to cosponsor this bill in order to en­ Act [ADA]. Also discussed was private sector Miles that the world came to know. sure that sound scientific research supports compliance with the ADA statutes. Lillian A. Parks, superintendent of the our Federal and State water quality regulatory SCLAD was formed in June 1985, to ad­ East St. Louis School District and modera­ activities. dress the housing and support services needs tor of the service, remembered the impec­ of persons with physical disabilities. SCLAD is cably dressed Davis family walking home a nonprofit organization currently operating in from Sunday services at St. Paul Church, UNDERGRADUATE CRITICAL Hialeah, FL. On a daily basis, SCLAD offers a just up the street from Lincoln High. SKILLS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM number of support services to persons with Certainly Miles never lost his love for fash­ ion and style-whether he was wearing a physical disabilities to help them live inde­ knife-sharp designer Italian suit in the 50s or HON. BARBARA 8. KENNELLY pendently. the hipper-than-thou eclectic wardrobes that OF CONNECTICUT I would like to commend leadership of marked his forays into jazz fusion. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SCLAD chairman Pedro Rodriguez, Angelino And according to Parks, he never forgot Thursday, October 24, 1991 Rodriguez and Margarita Barlade with both the the early lessons he learned from his musical Freedom Fair & Expo and their work with instructor, Elwood Buchanan Sr. Buchanan, Mrs. KENNELLY. Mr. Speaker, today I am SCLAD. I would also like to recognize the tire­ who had toured with the Andy Kirk Orches­ introducing legislation which establishes an less efforts of volunteers who make many of tra and taught music in both St. Louis and Undergraduate Critical Skills Scholarship Pro­ SCLAD's services possible. East St. Louis schools, was a dental patient gram at the Federal Bureau of Investigation. of Dr. Davis, Miles' father. He recommended This legislation would give the Director of that Dr. Davis give Miles a trumpet for his the Bureau the authority to establish a critical ONE LAST GOODBYE TO MUSICIAN 13th birthday, and then began instructing skills scholarship program similar to existing Miles how to play it. MILES DAVIS "Mr. Buchanan told Miles not to play with programs at CIA, NSA and DIA. a vibrato," said Parks. "He told him that Mr. Speaker, this legislation permits the FBI HON. WILLIAM (Biil) CLAY when he got old he'd be shaking anyway, so to provide college scholarships to high school OF MISSOURI he ought to avoid it while he could." students who agree to major in critical skills IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As a result, Miles Davis developed a unique disciplines. These critical skill disciplines in­ horn sound-light, lyrical and capable for clude engineering, computer science, mathe­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 handling both slow ballads and fast flurries matics and languages which are indispensable Mr. CLAY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to in­ of notes with dexterity and precision. It was to the FBl's ability to effectively perform its for­ sert for the RECORD, an editorial highlighting a technique that fit right into the coming the life and extraordinary contributions to the bop explosion that would be ignited by Char­ eign counterintelligence and counterterrorism lie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. missions. In exchange, the students agree to music world of Miles Davis that appeared in But before Davis became part of jazz his­ work for the FBI following graduation for a pe­ the October 16-22 issue of the St. Louis tory on New York City's 52nd Street, he had riod of 1112 years for each year or partial year Riverfront Times. to take his first professional steps as a musi­ for which a scholarship is provided. DEATH OF THE COOL-EAST ST. LOUIS BLOWS cian. And he took those steps as a member of The FBI represents our Nation's front-line TAPS FOR NATIVE SON, MILES DAVIS Eddie Randle's Blue Devils, generally re­ defenses against hostile foreign intelligence (By Terry Perkins) garded as the hottest jazz combo on the St. operations. Recent Bureau efforts to recruit Miles Davis was not a man who dwelt on Louis scene. qualified candidates has proven to be a dif­ past achievements. Eddie Randle Sr. spoke at the service During an illustrious career that spanned about the young high school sophomore who ficult and at times frustrating task. Often times, had telephoned him and asked if he could try graduates are not interested in working for the nearly half a century and gave birth to a succession of ground-breaking jazz styles out for a trumpet opening in the group. FBI. Those who express a desire in the Bu­ that often left critics, fellow musicians and "When he first came to me, he was well­ reau are often hired away by private enter­ fans both bewildered and dazzled, Davis mannered, eager to learn and scared," said prises which have benefits the Bureau cannot seemed to live by only two rules: Never look Randle. "But he soon got into fast company provide. In an increasingly complex, high-tech back and never stand still. and he did not stop." worked, the FBI must recruit highly skilled em­ Miles Dewey Davis ill finally stood still on The "fast company" that Randle spoke of ployees. It is time the FBI has the same tools Saturday, September 28, 1991, when years of turned up in Davis' life in the summer of physical pain and deteriorating health fi­ 1944, a month after his high school gradua­ to assist its recruitment efforts as are now em­ tion. Billy Eckstine brought his newly ployed by the CIA, NSA and DIA. nally overcame his stubbornly defiant spirit in a hospital bed in Santa Monica, Calif. formed band of young jazz talent to St. Louis Mr. Speaker, I urge all my colleagues to And on Sunday afternoon, East St. Louis, to rehearse and ready themselves for a re­ lend their support to adopting this important the city where Miles Davis first picked up a turn to New York. Members of the Eckstine piece of legislation. horn, the city that helped shape his musical band included Parker, Gillespie, Art Blakey skill and forge his indomitable will, looked and a host of others. back and remembered. The band was scheduled to perform at the SPINAL CORD LIVING-ASSIST­ The service was held at Lincoln Senior Plantation Club on Grand, a nightspot that ANCE DEVELOPMENT GROUP High School's Auditorium, the same high featured the best in black entertainment for school that Davis attended and graduated white-only audiences. The story goes that from in 1944. (Even then, Miles wasn't look­ the Eckstine band wasn't humble enough for HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN ing back. He never attended his graduation the taste of the Plantation ownership, so the OF FLORIDA ceremony. Instead, he was working gigs at band ended up playing at the Riviera, a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES local clubs, laying the groundwork for a music club that catered to a black audience. Thursday, October 24, 1991 move to New York City and the heart of the It was there that an 18-year-old Miles jazz scene.) Davis happened to be at the right place at Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, the Spi­ The 500-seat auditorium was decorated the right time with his trumpet case and nal Cord Living-Assistance Development with lavish floral arrangements-including a ended up replacing a sick member of the October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28613 Eckstine band during its two-week engage­ final frozen video image of Miles after the asks for is that our Federal interdiction agen­ ment. After sitting next to Dizzy and Bird Montreux concert seemed to close the circle cies have the proper authority to do the job onstage, there wasn't any question about on a lifetime of music that has unalterably that has already been assigned to them. what Miles Davis was going to do with his changed the cultural landscape of the planet. As an appropriator, I am well aware of the future. Miles is gone-finally captured by time. By that fall, he was in New York City, os­ But Miles remains alive in that cool, bur­ substantial sums that the taxpayer has been tensibly to attend the Juilliard School of nished sound that's captured in a lifetime's asked to spend in support of Federal antidrug Music. legacy of recordings. And Miles remains interdiction. It is shameful that the Congress And although he did attend classes, Miles alive in the memory of the city where the has yet to give our Federal interdiction agen­ spent most of his days and all of his nights first faltering notes from his horn-in the cies the authority to order drug traffickers to tracking down Bird and participating in the words of Eugene Redmond-"became blues land their cocaine-laden planes when they are first flights of a new jazz language-bop. born in the hoarse East St. Louis air." headed to our shores. It is time we stopped From that point, there was no stopping asking our personnel to fight drug trafficking and no looking back for Miles. He was off on with two hands tied behind their backs. I a musical journey that moved from bop to THE NEED FOR STRONG DRUG the Gil Evans-arranged Birth of the Cool to would prefer that they have both hands free, INTERDICTION LANGUAGE IN but I am asking that my colleagues join with the first classic quintet of John Coltrane, THE 1991 CRIME BILL Red Garland, Paul Chambers and Philly Joe me in untying one. Jones to the classic modal improvisations of I understand that some of my colleagues Kind of Blue with Bill Evans and Cannonball HON. LAWRENCE COUGHLIN are concerned that they have not been given Adderley in the band to the great 60s quintet OF PENNSYLVANIA more time to study this proposal. However, we of Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Tony IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES should keep in mind that language even Williams and Ron Carter to the genreshattering Bitches Brew and beyond. Thursday, October 24, 1991 stronger than this provision has passed this body by voice vote and that this proposal is A sextet of young musicians from the out­ Mr. COUGHLIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to sup­ standing Lincoln High School Jazz Band­ over 2 years old. joined by alto saxophonist Oliver Lake-paid port needed improvements in the drug inter­ Finally, let me address those who contend a musical tribute to Davis with a rendition diction authority of the Coast Guard and Cus­ that this interdiction legislation lacks a legal of "All Blues." Lake, a St. Louis-raised mu­ toms Service. The improvements I support are standard, such as reasonable suspicion, by sician who has gone on to worldwide ac­ contained in legislation, H.R. 681, which I in­ which agency action may be objectively meas­ claim, moved beyond mere re-creation of the troduced earlier in this Congress. A portion of ured. The creation of a new reasonable sus­ classic tune, stretching and pushing the fa­ this bill was recently passed by the House as miliar notes into a testament to Miles' un­ picion standard for our interdiction agencies is a part of the omnibus crime bill, H.R. 3371. completely unnecessary and strongly opposed ceasing quest for the new. The interdiction improvements provision has Elwood Buchanan's son, the Rev. Elwood by the Coast Guard and Customs Service. Buchanan Jr., provided an insight into the been criticized by some as providing a means Since the very origins of our Republic, border aspects of Miles Davis' character that con­ to violate the rights of legitimate civilian pilots. searches have not been subject to the same tributed to these daring musicial explo­ Let me set the record straight by making per­ legal standards as domestic searches. Fur­ rations. fectly clear that nothing in the language of the thermore, the extensive interdiction proce­ "Miles knew himself," declared Buchanan. provision threatens the legitimate rights of in­ dures performed by our highly trained Coast "He wasn't scared of surrounding himself nocent civilian pilots. Guard and Customs pilots, supported by the with the bright lights of other great talents. The interdiction improvements language Growing up in East St. Louis, you see and best technology and equipment taxpayer hear things that-when you go to other provides the Coast Guard with the authority to money can buy, provide more than sufficient places-are nothing new. Miles was com­ order pilots flying planes suspected of drug safeguards to innocent pilots. The Republican fortable with Miles." trafficking to land, or face possible criminal Staff of the House Select Narcotics Committee Other speakers, such as well-known penalties. There is no provision for the use of has prepared a summary of these comprehen­ bandleader George Hudson, Mayor Gordon force against civilian aircraft. The language sive interdiction procedures currently followed. Bush and poet Eugene Redmond, also paid might be more accurately described as "ask The summary may also be found at the end tribute to Davis. Hudson stated that he has down" language, rather than "force down" lan­ of my remarks. never forgotten the day he first heard the 17- guage. year-old Davis play. Bush lauded Davis for The opponents of this legislation have unin­ "aspiring to go beyond-to notes no one has This increase in Federal interdiction author­ tentionally become allies and supporters of ever heard." Redmond read a poem in ity is a necessary and reasonable measure if drug traffickers. Narrow, knee-jerk special in­ progress called "Milestone: The Birth of an we are to have an effective war against drugs. terest groups and bureaucratic-minded critics Ancestor" that conjured up vivid images of The interdiction improvements provision is should think very carefully about the national Davis' East St. Louis youth. based on administration language approved interest of the United States before they move A video of the Oct. 6 memorial service for by the Coast Guard and Customs Service; again to burden America's frontline agencies Miles in New York City was shown, featuring there have been some minor changes from with foolish restrictions. It is absolutely impera­ excerpts of tributes from Quincy Jones, Max the original proposal in a negotiation between Roach, Bill Cosby and others. tive that the House/Senate conference on the The East St. Louis memorial concluded myself and members of the Merchant Marine 1991 crime bill retains all of the important with a videotape of Davis' recent perform­ and Fisheries Committee. interdiction improvements language included ance at the Montreux Jazz Festival in Swit­ Similar legislation passed the House by in both bill, H.R. 3371, and S. 1241. zerland, where Miles finally did look back, voice vote as part of the 1990 House crime Mr. Speaker, it comes down to one simple joining forces with Quincy Jones to recreate bill. And, the 1991 Senate crime bill, S. 1241 issue: Either we are for the war against drugs some of Davis' classic collaborations with also contains an almost identical provision. or we are against it. I urge my colleagues to Gil Evans-Porgy and Bess, Sketches of In a letter to me dated October 16, 1991, support the effort to combat the tragic problem Spain and Birth of the Cool. Commandant Kime of the U.S. Coast Guard Miles looked at peace, joking with fellow of drug trafficking and drug abuse. Let us musicians and playing with a skill and emo­ writes that "criminal penalties for failure to quickly take this modest step forward in the tion that many had thought had vanished obey an order to land an aircraft are nec­ war against drugs. with his leap into electrified fusion. essary and important to our Nation's efforts to U.S. DEPARTMENT OF Perhaps Miles decided to turn to the past curtail and eventually eliminate the importa­ TRANSPORTATION, and play some of his best-loved work because tion, for unlawful purposes, of narcotics and U.S. COAST GUARD, he knew the end was at hand. Perhaps it was other drugs." The full text of the Com­ Washington, DC, October 6, 1991. his way of remaining unpredictable and con­ mandant's letter appears at the end of my re­ Hon. LAWRENCE COUGHLIN. founding his critics one last time. No matter marks. House of Representatives, what the reason, Miles Davis' final musical In all candor, this is a very modest proposal. Washington, DC. performance promises to stand as a fitting DEAR MR. COUGHLIN: This letter expresses tribute to one of our century's most influen­ As my colleagues are fully aware, I have pre­ my support for Section 1719 of H.R. 3371 tial artists. viously proposed that the Coast Guard be which would provide criminal penalties for And it proved to be a fitting conclusion to granted limited authority to shoot down drug failure of a pilot or operator of an aircraft to East St. Louis' tribute to Miles Davis. The trafficking planes. All that the present proposal obey an order to land. Including this as a 28614 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 penalty under Title 18, U.S. Code, would tude (low), a Coast Guard (or Customs) inter­ cessful U.S. firms, uses ad hoc labor-manage­ allow an authorized Federal law enforcement ceptor plane is launched. ment committees to draw the best from each officer, who is enforcing the laws of the Unit­ The Coast Guard plane is directed to the employee. These cooperative committees-­ ed States related to controlled substances, to suspect plane by either an air-based or sea­ referred to by such names as "work teams," direct an aircraft to land. This proposal will based radar platform, as well as with a radar " quality circles," "quality of worklife com­ clarify the role of the Coast Guard by provid­ system on the interceptor. Visual contact is mittees" and " voluntary cooperative ef­ ing specific law enforcement authority to made with the suspect plane and its tail forts"-are on the forefront of efforts to order an aircraft to land, and its enactment number is copied down and called in. Often it modernize the U.S. workplace. At Donnelly, is an important element of the President's is easy to determine the nature of the flight even the company's president serves on one. National Drug Control Strategy. because of visible signs such as darkened Unfortunately, the fate of these programs Criminal penalties for failure to obey an windows, extra fuel bladders, or carelessly now rests in the hands of a single federal order to land an aircraft are necessary and repainted tail numbers. If the tail numbers agency, which will review the use of such important to our nation's efforts to curtail turn out to be legitimate, the interceptor re­ committees in another model firm, and eventually eliminate the importation, turns to base, often without the other air­ Electromation Inc. The National Labor Rela­ for unlawful purposes, of narcotics and other craft even noticing it was under observation. tions Board will determine whether such drugs. Despite the best efforts of the Coast Under current law, if the plane is still sus­ committees are legal under the 50-year-old Guard to apprehend airborne drug traffick­ pect, the plane is followed in and assets are National Labor Relations Act, how deeply ers, airborne smuggling constitutes a major deployed to pick up drugs it drops from the employees may be involved in company per­ means by which cocaine is transported from hold, or to arrest the pilots on the off chance formance decisions, and to what extent U.S. foreign countries toward the United States. that the plane lands in the U.S. If the lan­ workers, unions and companies can work to­ When detected, many of these smugglers guage proposed (as in H.R. 681 or the current gether to stave off foreign competition. simply ignore directions to land, jettison version of the House Crime Bill) is enacted, Should the NLRB interpret the law strictly, their drugs and flee into safe haven coun­ contact by radio or through internationally many of America's most competitive busi­ tries. accepted signals could be communicated to nesses will suffer. The enactment of criminal penalties for the suspect aircraft. If such signals are ig­ For 11 years non-union Electromation, an failure to obey an order to land enhances the nored, no action would be taken, except to Elkhart, Ind., maker of small electrical Coast Guard's ability to help stem the flow note the plane's tail numbers so that it could items, maintained labor-management com­ of illegal drugs into our country. I appre­ be seized if it finds its way to the U.S. If the mittees and " rap sessions" to discuss spe­ ciate your support for adding this provision pilot expresses a willingness to land, a safe cific workplace issues. After an outside to Title 18, U.S. Code. and appropriate landing site (probably a U.S. union lost a vote to organize the firm, the The Office of Management and Budget has base) would be found and the suspect plane NLRB's general counsel ruled in 1990 that advised that there is no objection, from the would be led in to land by the Coast Guard Electromation had violated the act's ban on standpoint of the Administration's program, plane. The pilot of such a suspect plane, if "interfering" with a labor organization. The to the submission of this letter. ever captured and convicted of refusing to company is appealing this ruling. Sincerely, obey an order to land, could be fined and im­ The NLRB ban originally was established J.W. KIME, prisoned for up to three years. to prevent unscrupulous employers from cre­ Admiral, U.S. Coast Under no conditions would the Coast Guard ating in-house "unions" simply to avoid or­ Guard Commandant. harass innocent pilots or attempt dangerous ganizing efforts from outside unions. To get maneuvers or threaten to use or use any a feel for the labor-management tensions out HOUSE SELECT NARCOTICS COMMITTEE REPUB­ force. Careful procedures are followed by of which such decisions were made, we must LICAN STAFF SUMMARY OF COAST GUARD U.S. interdiction agencies. There is no need step back to a bygone era. In 1937, for exam­ INTERDICTION PROCEDURE (UNCLASSIFIED) for additional legal standards, especially ple, 500 heavily armed policemen and profes­ Substantial U.S. intelligence assets, tech- considering that we are discussing a border sional strikebreakers confronted striking nical as well as human, are dedicated to sort­ search, which has never been subject to the Republic Steel employees in South Chicago. ing potential drug trafficking planes from le­ same standards as domestic searches. The The confrontation left 10 dead and 90 wound­ gitimate flights. The first priority of anti­ imposition of a "reasonable suspicion" or ed. drug air interdiction personnel in the Mili­ " probable cause" criteria would be a new re­ Had the suggestion been made then that tary, the Coast Guard, and the Customs striction on Coast Guard and Customs, which the company create the kind of quality-of­ Service is to determine whether a plane would greatly complicate interdiction efforts worklife program now common in the U.S. meets the general profile of a trafficking and protect only drug traffickers. Auto industry, it would have been dismissed plane headed toward the U.S. borders. Only as either utopian or subversive. Those who those that planes which have departed from argue that today's labor-management coop­ a cocaine source country, are flying north­ COOPERATION IS QUALITY erative efforts should be banned do not ac­ bound at a low altitude and slow speed in a knowledge that the Republic Steel days are light twin engine plane, or at night with over. lights out, would be considered suspect and HON. NEWT GINGRICH In the 1930s, employers and employees saw require closer examination. Domestic OF GEORGIA each other as adversaries. Today, the split flights, which constitute the vast majority IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES between management and labor has nar­ of flights by U.S. pilots, are, of course, ex­ rowed dramatically. Partly as a result of the cluded. Thursday, October 24, 1991 technological revolution, which has endowed Frequently suspect planes are picked up by Mr. GINGRICH. Mr. Speaker, I hope all my workers with sophisticated skills, managers Department of Defense deep detection re­ colleagues saw the following editorial by Steve at America's most successful companies re­ gard employees as partners in improving sources which include land, sea, and air Gunderson that appeared in the Wall Street based radar platforms. In the most likely quality. The concept of "compliance" man­ scenario, a suspect plane flying from South Journal on Monday. Congressman GUNDER­ agement has been replaced by " commit­ America, through the Caribbean, would be SON effectively points out that the key to suc­ ment" management, reflecting this coopera­ reported to the Task Force Commander at cess and quality in the workplace is related to tive relationship. Joint Task Force 4 (JTF4) in Key West and cooperative labor-management committees. The concept is not new. Japan's post-war then passed on to C3I (Command, Control, & [From the Wall Street Journal, Oct. 21, 1991) recovery was based on innovative approaches Communications) East in Miami. C31 East to implementing Total Quality Management. ARCHAIC RULES FOUL INNOVATIVE LABOR W. Edward Deming and Joseph Juran's TQM has access to computer data to check flight STRATEGIES plans and can determine if suspect planes are concept was so successful that the Deming following a legitimate track. Sometimes a (By Steve Gunderson) Prize was instituted in 1951 to reward Japa­ transponder code is being squawked by the In America's race to remain competitive, nese firms deemed best at improving quality. plane; if so, it is passed on to determine Donnelly Corp. in Holland, Mich .. is helping Mr. Deming's "Fourteen Points of Manage­ whether the code being used has been as­ the cause. Since 1975, sales at this maker of ment Obligation," upon which TQM is based, signed to that aircraft. automobile mirrors and modulars have specifically addresses the need to eliminate If C3I East cannot correlate a suspect soared from $3 million to $75 million and its formal labor-management barriers. plane's flight course with a known flight, work force has grown from 200 to 1,000 em­ In 1988, the General Accounting Office re­ and the suspect plane matches a typical traf­ ployees. ported on the adoption of TQM by the U.S. ficker profile, with point of departure from a The company attributes much of its suc­ Auto industry, a direct response to increas­ producing or processing nation (usually Co­ cess to a highly productive work force. But ing competition from Japanese firms. Spot­ lombia or Venezuela), and the appropriate this goes beyond simply hiring the right peo­ ting the trend, Congress in 1987 established a heading (Northerly), speed (slow), and alti- ple. Donnelly, like thousands of other sue- "Deming Prize" for U.S. Firms-the Mal- .,...,... • l ·-Jlf__...... • ..,._._.__ •• _._....

October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28615 colm Baldrige Award. The award encourages THE 86TH CONFERENCE OF THE cdmntries, the process of economic, social new approaches to labor-management co­ INTERPARLIAMENTARY UNION and political development and cultural and operation. spiritual advancement, As firms seek to improve their competi­ Recognizing that the female population is tiveness, participative management is the HON. EDWARD F. FEIGHAN particularly prey to underdevelopment and preferred management style. A recent survey OF OHIO aggravated poverty throughout the world, by the American Society for Training Devel­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES / Further recognizing that adequate income­ opment found that nearly 60 percent of com­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 /earning opportunities and properly directed panies surveyed listed improving employee public spending on human priority needs 1 participation as their most effective quality Mr. FEIGHAN. Mr. Speaker, as President of are essential components of human develop­ management tool; 75 percent also cited the U.S. lnterparliamentary Group, I would like ment. "team building" as an effective tool. to share with my colleagues the resolutions j Concerned that although major steps are Meanwhile, the value of labor-management passed by the lnterparliamentary Union [IPU] being taken by some countries to reduce nu­ committees has not been limited to private at its 86th conference, held in Santiago, Chile, 1 clear armaments, military expenditure nev­ industry. The Federal Aviation Administra­ on October ~12 1991. ertheless consumes substantial amounts of tion now uses such committees in many of The resolutions dealt with diverse topics in- the nation~l budgets of many ~ountrie~ .. its air traffic control facilities. Labor and eluding the role of parliaments in ensuring the Reco~nizmg that the r~duct1on of mi.lltary management both are praising the innova­ . . . . expenditure would permit the allocat10n of tion for boosting morale and improving safe­ necessary links be~een freedoms, c1t1z.en ~n- the resources released to development and ty measures more than any other effort since volvement, economic growth, and social m..1 economic planning. the 1981 PATCO strike. vestments; development of measures to pre- Aware that the worsening economic and Beyond its support for the Baldrige award, vent and intervene against international geno- social effects of the population explosion in Congress clearly supports the modern-day cide; and efforts to achieve greater liberaliza- developing countries, the deterioration of use of labor-management cooperative efforts. tion in international trade, especially througlrl international terms of trade for suppliers of The 1978 Labor-Management Cooperative Act successful conclusion to the Uruguay round qt natural resources and the enormous debt established a program of federal financial as­ GATT negotiations. burden. born.e by the majority of developing sistance to cooperative management pro­ These resolutions as well as an additional countries will ca~se the ga.p betwe.en devel- grams. More recently, the dislocated worker . ' . oped and developmg countries to widen even program enacted in 1988 requires states to emergency resolution condemning the recent more encourage the establishment of labor-man­ coup d'etat in Haiti, were unanimously adopt- Reiterating that in an increasingly inter- agement committees to help workers find ed by the conference participants. dependent world, sustained economic devel- new jobs after plant closings and layoffs. 1 have forwarded these resolutions to the re- opment in developing countries is largely de­ This year, Congress is considering a bill to spective committees of jurisdiction and I ask pendent on a favourable international eco­ mandate use of labor-management safety that the full text be printed in the CONGRES- nomic environment, and interrelated with committees in both union and non-union SIONAL RECORD following this statement the economies of the developed countries, workplaces. . · Acknowledging that some donor and recip- It should not take a further act of Congress HUMAN DEVELOPMENT. ECONOMIC GROWTH AND ient countries are reluctant to undertake so­ to let the NLRB know that cooperation is DEMOCRACY-THE ROLE OF PARLIAMENTS ~N cial expenditures which offer little imme- sound public policy. The board should use ~~:~~~~s TH~I:r~~~ss~~o~~~~~ BETWi:c~ diate fi.nancial returns and demand recurring the Electromation case to affirm the value ' NT, expenditure of employee participation programs. Without NOMIC GROWTH, AND SOCIAL INVESTMENTS Recognizi~g the value of a global compact them, America's best firms may lose their (Resolution adopte~ without a vote.) for human development which emphasizes competitive edge. The ~6th .Inte~-Parllame~ta~y Conference.. the central importance of people and analy- Beari;ng m m~nd the obJective set for~h m ses each issue for its impact on people, the Umted ~ations Charter .and the Umver- Reaffirming the human development, eco­ ~al Declaration of ~uman Rights of promot- nomic growth and democracy are inextrica- 1I,1g and encouragmg respect for human bly linked and that human development can DERRICK BASS: ONE OF NORTH ri?hts an~ fund.amental freedoms for al~, be best achieved by the promotion of more MIAMI BEACH'S BEST ;i~~out distinct10n as to race, sex or rell- balanced economic growth and more Ac'knowledging that the basic objective of particip~tory development. . . HON. WIWAM LEHMAN human development is to enlarge the range Recalli~g .that,. w?ile democracy is a um­ OF FLORIDA of peoples' choices, in particular with regard versal prmciple, it is up to ~ach country to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to access to income and employment oppor- de~is~ its own struct~res t? implement t~at tunities, education, health and a clean and prmciple in confor~i~y with its .res~ective Thursday, October 24, 1991 safe physical environment, in order to make cultural values, tradit10ns and aspirat.10ns, development more democratic and . 1: Calls on ~11 countries to make a firm po- Mr. LEHMAN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, the participatory, 1itical commitment to hu1:11an development city of North Miami Beach can be proud of Recognizing that each individual should an~ to undertake ap~ropriate measures to Derrick Bass, a 1991 graduate and valedic­ have the opportunity to participate fully in redir~ct current spendmg to human develop- torian of North Miami Beach Senior High community decisions and to enjoy human, ment, . . economic and political freedoms, 2. Recommends the n~plementat~o_n of a School, who was one of the top five physics 1 students chosen to represent the United Acknowledging that access to information ~road programi;ne of a?t.i~n to mobilize and is a fundamental part of democratic develop- mcrease peoples capabilities and investment States of America at the Physics Olympiad ment opportunities, to diversify the economic base held in Havana, Cuba, in August. Re~ognizing that a healthy and safe envi- and. to eliminate barriers to equal oppor­ In 1989, Derrick also represented the United ronment is essential in order to ensure sus- tumty; States in the Physics Olympiad, then held in tained growth and development for future 3. Demands that specific targets and pro­ Warsaw, Poland. At that time, he received a generations and thus to avoid compromising grammes be set to reduce the adult illiteracy bronze medal for his efforts. their options, rate with sufficient emphasis on female illit- This time, however, he brought home the Believing that the promotion and protec- eracy to reduce significantly the current dis­ gold. tion of all aspects of human rights encom- parity between male and female illiteracy passing economic, social and cultural rights rates; The University of Miami provided two free as well as civil and political rights must go 4. Calls for GNP statistics to take account physics courses for Derrick because there hand in hand with development efforts and of unpaid family work so that the various were no courses offered in the public schools focus on the development of human beings tasks undertaken for the family group may at his level. Derrick maintained an A average both as individuals and as members of soci- at last be recognized by society; in both courses. Derrick is presently studying ety, 5. Strongly hopes that the economic and physics at Harvard University. Recognizing that education, health and en- social status of women as an essential com­ vironment policies are major prerequisites ponent of a successful strategy for human Mr. Speaker, Derrick Bass is a fine example for proper human development, and that citi- development will be improved and that all to students across the Nation. These out­ zenship education is an important respon- development policies will give priority to standing achievements attest to the fact that sibility of Parliaments, Derrick is one of city of North Miami Beach's Emphasizing that widespread illiteracy se- lAs defined by the United Nations Development best and brightest. riously hinders, especially in developing Programme [UNDPJ . 28616 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 education, health care, family planning, im­ oping an information network free from po­ of genocide committed by States, constitu­ proved diet, employment and advancement litical influence; tionally responsible rulers and public offi­ opportunities, and equal pay; 21. Also calls on Governments to engage in cials, 6. Calls on the Union to take part through a global dialogue for human development so Gravely concerned that existing tensions an appropriate means in the activities of the that by the year 2000, all have access to pri­ and conflicts involving national, ethnic, ra­ "Special Health Fund for Africa" whose cre­ mary education, primary health care, family cial, religious or cultural groups may con­ ation was recommended by the Inter-Par­ planning and safe water, serious malnutri­ stitute or give rise to the crime of genocide, liamentary Conference on "Health-a Basis tion is eliminated and opportunities for pro­ Recalling that the annexation of terri­ for Development in Africa" jointly organized ductive, remunerative and satisfying em­ tories, forced displacement of populations, by the IPU, WHO are the Union of African ployment are expanded; racial discrimination and apartheid may Parliament in Brazzaville in June-July 1988; 22. Further calls on countries with heavy lead to genocide, 7. Urges all Governments and Parliaments military expenditures to redirect the re­ Concerned that existing measures are to initiate or accelerate the necessary basic sources involved to human development pro­ underutilized by the competent inter­ reforms in schools and in vocational training grammes; national organizations and are inadequate to so as to enable all people to obtain qualifica­ 23. Calls for a mutual commitment to effectively prevent or intervene against tions suited to a modern economy; human development in the field of official genocide, 8. Calls on all Parliaments to urge their re­ development assistance with honor countries Conscious that the absence of adequate en­ spective Governments to introduce edu­ reassessing their aid priorities and recipient forcement mechanisms constitutes a failure cation programmes which ensure that citi­ countries realigning their expenditures so as by the international community to imple­ zens are aware of their democratic rights, to increase the human expenditure ratio; ment the principles and standards laid down their responsibilities and the need to partici­ 24. Urges all countries to renew their com­ in the Charter of the United Nations and in pate in the democratic process; mitment to a successful conclusion of the international human rights instruments, 9. Calls for more intensive co-operation be­ Uruguay Round of multilateral trade nego­ Noting that, as a consequence, the crime of tween developed and developing countries as tiations within the GATT with a view to a genocide has been punished only very rarely a means of dealing with the increasingly balanced outcome that takes account of the since the adoption of the Convention on the pressing problems of the deterioration of the interests of all parties, particularly the de­ Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of global environment and the impoverishment veloping countries. Genocide, of developing countries; Convinced that Parliaments can play an 10. Calls on countries to take all appro­ DEVELOPMENT OF MEASURES TO PREVENT AND important role in the consolidation and ex­ priate measures to increase their productiv­ INTERVENE AGAINST GENOCIDE THROUGH pansion of measures to prevent genocide and ity and competitiveness so as to open up op­ INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION WITHIN THE of co-operation to free the world from this portunities worldwide; FRAMEWORK OF COMPETENT INTERNATIONAL scourge, 11 . Calls on Parliaments to examine the BODIES SUCH AS THE UNITED NATIONS Emphasizing the duty of the United Na­ distribution of public and private spending (Resolution adopted without a vote.) tions Security Council to take collective ac­ on human development and to ensure that tion with respect to acts of genocide and ag­ spending targets social and human needs; The 86th Inter-Parliamentary Conference, 12. Appeals to the Governments and Par­ Recalling that under the Charter of the gression, which constitute crimes against liaments of the industrialized countries to United Nations, member States have pledged humanity and breaches of the peace, in order improve market access for developing coun­ themselves to take joint or separate action, to prevent resort to unilateral intervention tries and to create new economic opportuni­ in cooperation with the United Nations, for and violation of the political independence ties, particularly by finding a comprehensive the achievement and promotion of universal and territorial integrity of States, and durable solution to the external debt respect for and observance of human rights Reiterating the importance of preventive problem of developing countries, inter alia and fundamental freedoms, measures, such as the establishment and by taking account of the need to reduce sig­ Reaffirming the principle laid down in the support of impartial and authoritative nificantly interest on all types of debt; Universal Declaration of Human Rights, that human rights bodies, which can call the at­ 13. Calls for the development of specific recognition of the inherent dignity and of tention of the international community to planning tools to analyse public spending on the equal and inalienable rights of all mem­ situations likely to lead to genocidal ac­ human development, and requests that Par­ bers of the human family is the foundation tions, liaments set up appropriate structures to of freedom, justice and peace in the world, Pointing out that the crime of genocide monitor human development in their coun­ Recalling United Nations General Assem­ cannot be prevented without extensive inter­ tries; bly resolution 260 (Ill) adopted on 9 Decem­ national co-operation between bodies and or­ 14. Recommends that Parliaments use the ber 1948, which approved the convention on ganizations working in the field of human criteria established by the United Nations the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime rights, Development Programme to analyse public of Genocide and urged all countries to accede 1. Vigorously condemns the crime of geno­ spending on human development; to the Convention, cide, and recalls that it constitutes a crime 15. Encourages all States, Governments, Reaffirming that international humani­ under international law, whether committed Parliaments and citizens to take stock of the tarian law obligates belligerents to offer pro­ in time of peace or of war; inseparable links between the environment tection to captured and sick combatants and 2. Emphasizes that the elimination of the and the economy and to recognize that only civilians, who are entitled to respect for crime of genocide requires all countries to responsible behavior can preserve the envi­ their life and their moral and physical integ­ adopt open political systems based on re­ ronment and its natural resources; rity as provided for in the four Geneva Con­ spect for human rights and fundamental 16. Recommends that all Parliaments and ventions of 1949 and their two Additional freedoms; Governments, in making their economic de­ Protocols, 3. Urges States that have not yet done so cisions, be urged to take firm action to pro­ Noting with satisfaction that the Genocide to accede to or ratify the Convention; tect the environment; Convention of 1948 as well as the four Geneva 4. Expresses its conviction that, in order to 17. Calls on donor countries to meet the Conventions of 1949 have gained virtually eliminate genocide, it is essential that all internationally agreed minimum target of universal acceptance, countries implement the Convention on the 0.7 per cent of GNP for official development Recognizing that genocide constitutes a Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of assistance and to ensure that a significant crime against humanity under international Genocide; proportion of such aid is earmarked for law and a grave threat to international 5. Calls on the United Nations to take all human priority areas; peace and security, and that persons com­ appropriate measures, in particular the es­ 18. Calls for reassessment of the develop­ mitting genocide must be punished, whether tablishment of an international early warn­ ment aid allocated to technical assistance to they are constitutionally responsible rulers, ing system, to prevent genocide and inter­ ensure that funds are used to build up local public officials or private individuals, and vene in any situation likely to lead to geno­ institutions and mobilize national expertise; noting the conclusions and recommendations cide; 19. Recommends reshaping of economic and of studies on the question of the prevention 6. Emphasizes that the principle of non-in­ political systems to further human develop­ and punishment of the crime of genocide, terference in matters which are essentially ment and the use of various strategies to conducted under the auspices of the United within the jurisdiction of States must not balance political pressures, including ap­ Nations Sub-Commission on Prevention of prevent the United Nations from taking proaches that encourage democratic free­ Discrimination and Protection of Minorities, measures to ensure respect for fundamental dom, promote common interests, com­ calling for the urgent adoption of additional human rights principles and the prevention pensate powerful groups, empower weaker and more substantive measures against per­ and punishment of the crime of genocide; groups, and co-ordinate external pressures; petrators of genocide, 7. Recommends that, to prevent any viola­ 20. Calls on Governments to facilitate ac­ Mindful that despite all undertakings, the tion of the territorial integrity and political cess to information, in particular by devel- twentieth century is replete with instances independence of States and to avoid the need October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28617 to resort to unilateral humanitarian inter­ 18. Also requests the Secretary General of rangement) and the phasing in of GATT dis­ vention by armed force because of the ab­ the Inter-Parliamentary Union to report to ciplines, and the maintenance of the prin­ sence of other effective measures, the Secu­ the Inter-Parliamentary Council on his con­ ciple of "differential and more favourable rity Council give serious consideration to sultations with the Secretary-General of the treatment" for developing countries' ex­ the possibility of using United Nations United Nations at the next Inter-Parliamen­ ports; peace-keeping forces, in conformity with the tary Conference. 6. Recommends that participants in the Charter, to prevent or intervene against Uruguay Round endeavour to enhance the massive and flagrant violations of human THE ROLE OF PARLIAMENTS IN SUPPORTING role and mechanisms of the GATT; rights and fundamental freedoms, in particu­ EFFORTS To ACHIEVE A GREATER LIBERAL­ 7. Invites all Parliaments and Govern­ lar the annexation of territories and forced IZATION OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE, IN PAR­ ments to support the 8th Session of the Unit­ displacements of populations, which are like­ TICULAR THROUGH A SUCCESSFUL CONCLU­ ed Nations Conference on Trade and Develop­ ly to lead to, or which constitute genocide SION TO THE URUGUAY ROUND ment (UNCTAD VIII) scheduled for February and which threaten international peace and (Resolution adopted without a vote.) 1992 in Colombia so that it may achieve con­ security; The 86th Inter-Parliamentary Conference, crete results that will help to reactivate 8. Calls on the United Nations Commission Mindful of the essential contribution of international trade and the world economy, on Human Rights to appoint a Special international trade to the continued growth particularly as concerns the developing Rapporteur on Genocide to report annually­ and development of the world economy as a countries; in his/her capacity as an independent ex­ whole, and its constituent countries individ­ 8. Requests all Parliaments to support pert-on progress made in the prevention ually, especially the developing nations, fully their countries' representatives in the and punishment of the crime of genocide; Being aware both of the constraints on GATT negotiations in their efforts to secure 9. Urges that the Convention on the Pre­ growth and development which can arise a successful and mutually beneficial out­ vention and Punishment of the Crime of from various forms of protectionism, and of come to the Uruguay Round, preferably be­ Genocide be amended to include cultural the opportunities which can be generated by fore the end of 1991. genocide, namely, all measures aimed at the trade liberalization despite some short-term extermination of the languages or dialects problems, and recognizing the importance of and cultures of any minority or people; maintaining a balanced social structure in TRIBUTE TO MR. HAROLD G. 10. Also urges Member States parties to all countries, SHIRLEY ON HIS RETIREMENT the Convention on the Prevention and Pun­ Convinced that the interests of the world ishment of the Crime of Genocide to set up community will best be served by an open, HON. JAMES A. TRAF1CANT, JR. the international penal tribunal con­ rules-based and comprehensive multilateral OF OHIO templated in Article VI in order to try and trading system, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES punish perpetrators of acts of genocide; such Recalling that the only such system in ex­ a tribunal should have compulsory jurisdic­ istence is embodied in the General Agree­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 tion over all offenses if domestic remedies ment on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), Mr. TRAFICANT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today are exhausted or substantially ineffective; Recognizing that the debt-servicing capac­ to wish a dedicated steelworker well as he re­ 11. Further urges Member States parties to ity of developing countries depends on in­ the Convention on the Prevention and Pun­ creasing their exports, not least agricultural tires from Copperweld. Mr. Harold G. Shirley ishment of the Crime of Genocide to request, products and services, of my 17th District of Ohio will retire on No­ in the spirit of Article VIII, the establish­ Further recognizing that the Uruguay vember 7, 1991. ment of a committee on genocide whose Round of multilateral trade negotiations is Mr. Shirley is to be commended for his 35 function would be to receive petitions and to the principal means available for improving years of dedicated work in the American steel carry out investigations in connection with and extending the GATT and significantly industry. Indeed, Mr. Shirley has been a shin­ allegations of genocide, to seize the inter­ increasing trade liberalization, ing example of an American dream. After national tribunal and to take urgent steps to Deeply concerned that the Uruguay Round serving his country in the Army, Mr. Shirley end genocide wherever it might be commit­ was not concluded on schedule at the end of joined Copperweld in the inspection depart­ ted; 1990, and that major differences remain in 12. Calls for effective measures to be taken several key areas, including agriculture and ment. From there, he ascended to mill finish­ to protect the rights of minorities in all services, ing superintendent in 1984. States, in keeping with the spirit of the Conscious of the urgent need for planned Offered early retirement due to his great work of the Commission on Human Rights progress in resolving these differences if the contributions to the company, Mr. Shirley, the on the Declaration of the Rights of Persons negotiations are to be concluded without fur­ "Big Chew," joins his family and friends at belonging to National, Ethnic, Religious or ther costly delay, Cesta's Golden Gate to celebrate on Novem­ Linguistic Minorities; 1. Invites Parliaments and Governments to ber 7, 1991. 13. Also calls for the co-ordination of ef­ recognize the damage to the multilateral I rise today, Mr. Speaker, to congratulate forts to establish or reestablish the legiti­ trading system and the boost to protection­ and commend a great winner for his contribu­ mate rights of all oppressed peoples of the ism which would ensure should the Uruguay world and for an end to all repressive prac­ Round be allowed to collapse; tion and dedication to the steel industry. Con­ tices to which they are subjected; 2. Considers that an outcome to the Uru­ gratulations, Mr. Harold G. Shirley. 14. Reiterates that all sovereign States, guay Round which creates a fairer and more pursuant to their Constitutions, should liberal world trading environment will con­ enact the necessary legislation for the im­ tribute significantly to the long-term pros­ THE OMNIBUS CRIME CONTROL plementation of the provisions of the Con­ perity and well-being of the consumers and ACT OF 1991 vention on the Prevention and Punishment producers of goods and services; of the Crime of Genocide; 3. Calls on the Parliaments and Govern­ HON. JOAN KELLY HORN 15. Stresses the need for the prompt com­ ments of countries participating in the Uru­ OF MISSOURI pletion of the draft international code of guay Round to facilitate the successful con­ offences against the peace and security of clusion of these negotiations, and stresses IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mankind; the need to safeguard the interests of all par­ Thursday, October 24, '1991 16. Calls on all Inter-Parliamentary Groups ties in the adjustment process, while mini­ Ms. HORN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to to bring the proposed measures to the atten­ mizing negative effects; tion of their respective Governments and to 4. Urges those countries seeking to resolve speak in support of the House-passed bill, exchange information and experience con­ particular differences in the negotiations to H.R. 3371, the Omnibus Crime Control Act of cerning measures taken to facilitate inter­ adopt a flexible approach to overcoming 1991. We are here today because fear has national co-operation in that sphere; these obstacles, bearing in mind that all par­ pervaded all of our communities. Every day 17. Requests the Secretary General of the ticipants have an interest in a comprehen­ we are confronted with alarming new statistics Inter-Parliamentary Union to transmit this sive and far-reaching outcome; and horror stories of gang violence, drug-relat­ resolution to the Secretary-General of the 5. Asks all Parliaments and Governments ed deaths and murders. Crime has taken its United Nations and to discuss with him the to take into consideration the interests of toll upon our economic-as well as our emo­ possibility of organizing international co-op­ developing countries, especially in the field eration within the framework of the United of agricultural exports and the strengthen­ tional-security. We must develop serious so­ Nations and other competent international ing of their service sectors so as to partici­ lutions to the core problems associated with bodies to develop these and other measures pate fully in and derive advantage from the crime. to prevent and intervene against the crime process of progressive liberalization, the The greatest challenge we face is how to of genocide; phasing out of the MFA (Multi-Fibre Ar- make our communities more safe. How can 28618 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 we assure or families that they and their chil­ TRIBUTE TO BELLEVILLE, IL CONGRATULATIONS TO THE dren will be safe on the streets and in their HUTTO LUTHERAN CHURCH ON schools? We can only do that if we give our HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO THE OCCASION OF THEIR 100- communities and our law enforcement agen­ YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF ILLINOIS cies the resources to implement programs and enforce laws. This bill focuses on these prior­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. GREG LAUGHLIN ities. I would like to highlight three of these Thursday, October 24, 1991 OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES areas. Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to First, title I of the bill provides additional pay tribute to the city of Belleville, IL, and its Thursday, October 24, 1991 funds to community policing efforts. These sister city of Paderborn, Germany. Mr. LAUGHLIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in programs-the most recognized is the "cop on Civic leaders and public officials in my home front of this great body to call your attention to the beat" program-can help put another offi­ town of Belleville recently signed a joint pact Hutto, TX, in Williamson County, on the occa­ cer on the street to patrol areas where the with Paderborn to establish cultural exchanges sion of the centennial anniversary of the Hutto most crime occurs. It brings them into the and other mutually beneficial relationships. Lutheran Church. This church was founded by Swedish set­ community to deter and to enforce the laws. This agreement was promoted by the mayor of Belleville, Rich Brauer, and his wife Dottie. tlers on June 14 in 1892. Hutto was a young, This project will greatly benefit specific areas thriving community when a group of Lutherans that may be deteriorating because of rising I had the opportunity to meet with 46 resi­ dents of Paderborn who visited the U.S. met on January 25, in a small schoolhouse. It crime. This section also provides valuable House of Representatives in Washington, DC was there they made plans to build a church. training programs for officers to improve com­ recently. These citizens had the occasion to They sought guidance from the mother munications and responsiveness in high-stress admire our Nation's Capitol and our American country. On June 25, 1892, under the leader­ situations. democratic process at work. It was a very en­ ship of August Swenson the group met and Second, the bill includes a number of provi­ joyable opportunity for me to personally escort agreed to accept the constitution of the Augustana synod in Sweden. sions to make schools safer from crime and our sister city residents around this beautiful On August 6 of the same year the con­ drugs. For example, penalties are substantially monument and symbol of our Federal Govern­ ment. gregation voted to build their first church at the increased for selling drugs near schools or site of the Nelson and Swenson Gin, which It is my belief that this sister city agreement playgrounds. Drug abuse resistance education currently is the site of the Hutto co-op. will be of tremendous benefit to both cities. [DARE] programs receive additional funds to A storm destroyed the first church on July Now that I have met residents of our sister city expand their excellent cooperation between 21, 1894. The congregation outgrew their sec­ and have a better perspective on the city of ond church at the turn of the century. On the police officers, schools and students to help Paderborn, I want to extend my hand of last Sunday in July 1902, dedication services our children recognize and resist the dangers friendship to them in the years to come on for the congregation's third church were held. of drugs. Over 5 million children across the their future visits to America. country participate in these programs-includ­ The congregation still worships in that church. Mr. Speaker, distinguished Members, I ing fifth and sixth grade children from almost stand before you today and ask that you join every municipality in St. Louis County and St. me in congratulating the Hutto Lutheran Charles County. I strongly support these pro­ GOLDEN JUBILEE SISTER ALESSANDRA KUBA STA Church on the occasion of their 100-year anni­ grams. Nothing is more important than ensur­ versary. May their unwavering faith in God ing a safe, healthy learning environment. and country carry them through to another 100 Third, $300 million has been set aside to HON. STEVE GUNDERSON years. establish and support new "drug emergency OF WISCONSIN areas" in cities across the United States. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES EIGHTEEN INDIVIDUALS COM- Using financial resources to combat the grow­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 PLETE THE SHEET METAL ing drug dilemma in problem areas will benefit WORKERS APPRENTICESHIP PRO­ the entire country. The bill also increases pen­ Mr. GUNDERSON. Mr. Speaker, I want to GRAM take this opportunity to extend personal con­ alties for persons who sell drugs, and includes gratulations to Sister Al1essandra Kubasta on a death penalty for drug traffickers who kill a her Golden Jubilee as a Dominican Sister. HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY police officer or bystander. In addition, in­ On November 10, 1991, Sister Alessandra OF INDIANA creased funding will allow the Drug Enforce­ Kubasta will celebrate 50 years service as a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment Agency to hire 350 new agents for inter­ nun. She has had a very fulfilling and varied Thursday, October 24, 1991 diction and control of illegal drug trafficking. life as a teacher and principal in Catholic Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, I would like Finally, the bill streamlines Federal habeas schools in New York, California, Illinois, and to congratulate 18 men from Indiana's First corpus review procedures and limits succes­ Wisconsin and now as postmaster at Congressional District who have successfully sive petitions in death penalty cases. The bill Sinsinawa. completed the Sheet Metal Apprenticeship requires prisoners to file a habeas corpus peti­ Occasions such as these bring me to quote Program. tion within 1 year of their final State appeal. It St. John of the Cross: In the twilight of our The following individuals will be officially lives we will be judged on love, that's all. Not balances the constitutional right to appeal recognized as members of the Sheet Metal what we accumulated, or what power or pres­ Workers Union local No. 20 and the inter­ death penalty sentences while, at the same tige we have or that we gave lots of money or time, does not allow this process to proceed national association: Jerry Clusserath, Dennis things. Just simply on how we loved. What Gilbert, Terry Grimier, Terry Jensen, Robert endlessly. else is there? Krantz, Russell Long, Tom Masterson, Mark Mr. Speaker, this bill addresses crime in our May the love that has carried Sister Moore, James Pisarski, John Rachford, Jeff communities. We must now ensure that these Alessandra Kubasta through the last 50 years Relinski, Michael Rivich, Michael Selman, Mi­ efforts are more than just words and inten­ of service and dedication carry her through the chael Sheriff, Steven Sovinec, Randy tions. We must reconcile our differences with next 50 years. As she serves the Lord and Szafarczyk, John Walsdorf, and David White. the Senate and the administration and get a those around her, may her many efforts be It has been my privilege and honor to work good bill passed. bountiful and grant her inner peace. with the membership of local 20 over the last Thank you, Mr. Speaker. On behalf of the several years. They have, in no uncertain It is time to end the rise in crime. This bill citizens of Wisconsin's Third Congressional terms, played a key role in sustaining the focuses on ways to reach this goal. I ask my District, our sincerest congratulations to Sister growth, economy, and development of north­ colleagues to move quickly to enact it into law. Alessandra Kubasta. west Indiana. From hospitals to homes, from October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28619 schools to steel mills, sheet metal workers missioner Valeria Hickey-Patton, who will be The United States has not pursued formal have played a critical part in building north­ honored for her many years of service by the diplomatic relations with Vietnam since the west Indiana. City of West Miami at a reception at the West war ended in 1975. The past two decades The 18 men I commend to you for complet­ Miami Community Center on November 15. have been marked by an insufficient account­ ing the apprenticeship program follow in the Commissioner Hickey-Patton recently ing of U.S. service personnel who served in proud history of skilled tradesmanship of the moved to the Orlando area, after retiring as a the war. Recently, however, Hanoi has been dedicated members of local 20. Through the public official in the City of West Miami. For more cooperative in providing assistance to commitment and skills they have learned from nearly 20 years, she served West Miami on its missions to locate lost American soldiers. Fur­ their fellow workers, I am confident that these City Commission. Among her many roles on ther progress in the diplomatic arena is an im­ new members of local 20 will continue to the commission included service as West Mi­ portant means of ensuring that all information make the region a better place to live. ami's first woman mayor in 1984-86, vice possessed by the Vietnamese Government mayor in 1987-89, and a three-term chairman with regard to United States POW's and MIA's of the City Commission. is disclosed. I am optimistic that motion toward REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN Earlier this year, commissioner Hickey-Pat­ normalization will open further doors on the CRIMINAL ALIENS ton was a runnerup for the Florida League of road to a final resolution of the POW/MIA Cities "E. Harris Drew Award" which is given question. HON. IAWRENCE J. SMITH to Florida's most outstanding city official. The The United States trade embargo has con­ OF FLORIDA Dade County League of Cities nominated her tributed to the economic isolation of Vietnam. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for the award, citing her many years of work However, history has often shown us that eco­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 as an elected official in West Miami, a prime nomic isolation can thwart efforts toward politi­ Mr. SMITH of Florida. Mr. Speaker, section leader in the Florida League of Cities, a com­ cal democracy. An increase in trade, technical 263 of the Immigration and Nationality Act mittee chair of the Florida League of Cities, an exchange, and cultural contact between the [INA] authorizes the registration of certain active committee member of the National United States and Vietnam can increase op­ aliens, including alien crewmen and holders of League of Cities and a legislative lobbyist for portunity for ideological change and economic cross-border identification cards. the American Association of Retired Persons. reform. As the citizens of Vietnam are ex­ Today, I am proposing legislation that adds Among her many accomplishments as a city posed to the benefits of free markets and to the law the registration of aliens who "are official was her work for grants for West Mi­ democratic government, there is an opening or have been on criminal parole or criminal ami's Senior Citizens Hall and the meals pro­ for progress in these areas. probation" within the United States. gram. She also obtained a "covered pathway" Again, I would like to commend Secretary About 90 percent of criminals are not incar­ for the children at Sylvania Heights Elemen­ Baker on his efforts with Vietnam, and to offer cerated or are jailed for only a short period of tary School, from the portable classrooms to my support as we begin the process of nor­ time. My proposal would require these aliens the main building. She devoted much time to malization. I am encouraged by yesterday's to report to INS; INS then would be able to working with young people with the Flagami developments, and hopeful that we are on determine whether these aliens are deportable Koury Baseball League, serving the children track toward a full disclosure of information re­ under the law and, when appropriate, could refreshments and properly attending them garding U.S. POW's and MIA's and, finally, a initiate deportation proceedings. when they were hurt. lasting peace in the region. The law already covers aliens within the She has been recognized for her work by prison system. My bill would affect those numerous appreciation awards from Metropoli­ whose cases are disposed of via probation. tan Dade County government, the Dade Coun­ TRIBUTE TO MARY MULHOLLAND I hope that this provision would encourage ty School Board, the Veterans of Foreign the States to make registration with the INS a Wars, Jewish War Veterans, Temple Beth HON. DICK ZIMMER requirement for parole: No registration means Tov, Young Women's Christian Association, OF NEW JERSEY revocation of parole. This could reduce proba­ and almost all of Dade County's 28 cities. She IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion workloads: if the alien is deported, the also received a "Woman of Achievement Thursday, October 24, 1991 Award" from Miami's oldest television station case is closed; if the alien fails to register and Mr. ZIMMER. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow Mary WTVJ, a "Woman of the Year Award" from probation is revoked, the alien is sent to pris­ Mulholland of Morristown, NJ, will be honored the Florida Business and Professional Asso­ on and the probation officer can devote time by the New Jersey chapter of the National So­ ciation, and is listed in "Who's Who of Amer­ to other cases. ciety of Fund-Raising Executives as Outstand­ I realize that the INS has not issued regula­ ican Women." ing Volunteer of the Year for the second con­ tions for the rest of section 263. The Federal Commissioner Hickey-Patton served her city well for over 20 years, because as she puts it, secutive year. Government has nN the jail space to incarcer­ Mrs. Mulholland is affectionately known as "she loved that little city". I am proud to recog­ ate deportable aliens. INS also does not have the Mother of the Dope. The Dope is the Dope nize her work as a public servant today. She the money to go after the real criminal alien Open, a golf and tennis fundraiser that has has set an example which we can all be proud and will not be able to handle those covered raised as much as $1 million each year to of, and which all public servants should try to by the amendment. Finally, the true criminal fight alcohol and drug abuse. Mrs. Mulholland imitate. will not register with INS, but the poor alien on and her late husband, Robert, founded the probation for DUI might subject him/herself to Dope Open. deportation. Mrs. Mulholland is also a founder and board Yet, Congress establishes both immigration VIETNAM: THE ISSUE OF NORMALIZATION member of Hope House, a rehabilitation cen­ and anticrime policy. If this could have an im­ ter in Morris Plains. She has been a United pact on crime control, then INS will request HON. JOHN W. COX, JR. Way volunteer for 25 years and has served as the funds and Congress, I am certain, will pro­ director of development for Dover General vide them. OF ILLINOIS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hospital for the last decade. Mrs. Mulholland has provided distinguished service for 28 or­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 WEST MIAMI HONORS COMMIS­ ganizations in her community including the SIONER VALERIE HICKEY-PAT­ Mr. COX of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I would like National Academy of Child Development, Mor­ TON FOR 20 YEARS OF SERVICE to express my enthusiasm and support for re­ ris County After Care, the College of St. Eliza­ cent developments in United States policy to­ beth, Dover Rotary Club, Zonta International, HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN ward Vietnam. Yesterday, Secretary Baker an­ New Jersey State Medical Auxiliary, the New nounced that the United States is now pre­ Jersey Law Enforcement Memorial Fund, and OF FLORIDA pared to begin the normalization of relations IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Tri-County Scholarship Fund. with Vietnam. This represents a marked In addition, Mrs. Mulholland is mother of six Thursday, October 24, 1991 change in our attitude toward Vietnam, a and grandmother of six. Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, it is my change that promises benefits for both na­ She is being honored for having dem­ great pleasure to recognize West Miami Com- tions. onstrated exceptional leadership skills in co-

4~59 0--96 Vol. 137 (Pt. 19) 34 28620 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS October 24, 1991 ordinating and motivating groups of volunteers ELLEN AND PETER STRAUS: TWO As we approach the year 2000, we are all in fundraising campaigns. STARS IN A GORGEOUS MOSAIC aware that women-who now make up more By giving freely of her time and talents, than 45 percent of the labor force-will be the Mary Mulholland has done more than her HON. STEPHEN J. SOLARZ majority of new entrants to America's ranks of share to make this Nation a land of oppor­ OF NEW YORK workers. Let us take this week to congratulate tunity and she has made her community an IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the women who are already proven they are even better place to live. Thursday, October 24, 1991 a major force in the U.S. economy. But, let us also remember that although I ask my colleagues to join me and her Mr. SOLARZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to friends and family in saluting Mrs. Mulholland women may now be found in all occupations pay tributre to the achievements of my dear and job classifications, they still make, on av­ for her invaluable contribution to those in friends, Ellen and Peter Straus. Earlier this need. erage, only 69 cents for every man's dollar. month, these deserving citizens and distin­ The time has come for pay equity to be ad­ guished New Yorkers were awarded the -~or­ dressed in this Nation. geous Mosaic Award by the Urban Coaht1on. Working women strive to balance work and I have been privileged to know Ellen and family lives and to raise a generation of chil­ COMMENDING SOLECTRON CORP., Peter Straus for the past 15 years. During that RECIPIENT OF THE 1991 MAL­ dren who see men and women as equal. For time I have been consistently impressed with this reason, I join Business and Professional COLM BALDRIGE NATIONAL their tireless efforts to serve the city of New QUALITY AWARD Women in strongly supporting the passage of York, the State of New York, and, in fact, the the Family and Medical Leave Act, allowing United States of America, as volunteers, as working parents to spend valuable, nurturing HON. NORMAN Y. MINETA examplars of public service, and as members time with young or sick children without losing of the business community. their rightful place in the work force. . OF CALIFORNIA At a time when volunteerism is highly touted America's working women have proven their but often severely lacking, Ellen and Peter IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES value-from the corporate office to the factory have unstintingly given of their time and en­ floor, from the operating room to the schoo~­ Thursday, October 24, 1991 ergy to enhance relationships among ethnic house, from the firehouse and small busi­ groups within the city of New York. They have Mr. MINETA. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to nesses to the sands of the Persian Gulf. I join always placed the public good above their rise today to recognize the selection of Business and Professional Women in saluting own self interests. They always said yes when Solectron Corp. of San Jose, CA, as recipient the working women of America and I urge my asked to serve, even when their health and of the 1991 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality colleagues to do the same. Award. welfare probably required that they say no. Solectron, led by my very good friends, They have always been there when the city of chairman Winston Chen and president Ko New York and our Nation have needed them. MYRNA PAVILACK: OUTSTANDING Nishimura, is the Nation's second largest inde­ I have served in public office for the last 23 WOMAN OF 1991 years. During that time I have been privileged pendent provider of customized, .intew~ted manufacturing services to electronic original to have known many fine Americans. None HON. WIUJAM LEHMAN equipment manufacturers. Their customers in­ have been more dedicated, more tireless in their efforts to make the city of New York, the OF FLORIDA clude makers of computer peripherals and ac­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cessories, mainframe mass storage, engineer­ State of New York, and the United States bet­ ing workstations, and telecommunications and ter places to live, and are more deserving of Thursday, October 24, 1991 medical equipment. this award given to Ellen and Peter Straus. Mr. LEHMAN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, last I am pleased to publicly congratulate Ellen spring, Myrna Pavilack was honored by the Founded in 1977, Solectron has consistently and Peter Straus on receiving this great award emphasized high-quality products. They put North Miami Chamber of Commerce as "Out­ and thank them for their numerous contribu­ standing Woman of 1991" in recognition of her the customer first, respect their employees as tions to others. individuals, promote teamwork with their sup­ efforts on behalf of the North Miami business pliers, maintain the highest standards of busi­ community, including her past service as ness ethics, and are active in the community NATIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN'S president of the city of North Miami May~r·s life of Silicon Valley. WEEK Economic Task Force. She was a fitting Mr. Speaker, when Congress created the choice. Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award in HON. PAT WILLIAMS Mrs. Pavilack was a leading advocate in the promotion and construction of the North Miami 1987, our idea was to promote quality aware­ OF MONTANA ness by recognizing quality achievements of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Athletic Stadium. This stadium now serves the entire northeast Dade County community. U.S. companies and publicizing their success­ Thursday , October 24, 1991 ful quality strategies. The award is not given It is easy to see how Myrna Pavilack has Mr. WILLIAMS. Mr. Speaker, today I en­ for specific products or services. Applicants been so successful because she has vision, courage my colleagues to join me in celebrat­ must undergo a rigorous evaluation by an dedication, and compassion. Mrs. Pavilack ing National Business Women's Week, Octo­ independent board of experts, describe their has unselfishly donated her time toward mak­ ber 20--26, 1991 . The week, is sponsored by company's methods for assuring the quality of ing North Miami a better place to live. In her the Business and Professional Women and goods and services, and detail their achiev.e­ own words, she is "a team player" with Fed­ honors America's 56 million working women. ments in leadership, information and analysis, eral, State, and local officials. The city of Formed in 1919, Business and Professional North Miami is fortunate to have Mrs. Myrna strategic quality planning, human resourc~ uti­ Women is an organization of 100,000 working Pavilack as a player on its team. lization, quality results, and customer satisfac­ women dedicated to the promotion of full par­ tion. ticipation, equity, and economic self-sufficiency Solectron has met each of these criteria, for working women. Active in 3,000 local com­ NO RESTRICTION ON MILITARY which is why it is an honor for me to com­ mur.ities across this Nation, Business and Pro­ AID TO EL SALVADOR mend their efforts here today. fessional Women salutes working women and Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join the companies that employ them. We in Con­ HON. JAMES A. McDERMOTT with me in congratulating Solectron for achiev­ gress honor women for their hard work,_ d~di­ OF WASHINGTON ing this great honor. If America. is to ~ompete cation to job and community, and for their ~1t~I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES successf uly in a world focused increasingly on contributions to America's economy. We 101n economic competition more than military con­ also in saluting progressive companies that Thursday, October 24 , 1991 frontation, we will need more companies like excel in equitable treatment of women work­ Mr. McDERMOTI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Solectron and their commitment to quality and ers, their forward-thinking and maximum use to express my profound displeasure with pa_rt community. of America's diverse work force. of the continuing resolution passed today. This October 24, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 28621 measure contains appropriations for foreign is retiring this week as the mayor of Oak Park, bill. The Senate's Interior appropriation bill in­ assistance but does not include any new re­ Ml. cluded an amendment to prohibit the NEA strictions on military aid to El Salvador. It had Charlotte Rothstein became the first woman from using Federal funds to promote, dissemi­ been my hope that conditions on military aid mayor of Oak Park in 1981, after the death of nate, or produce materials that depict or de­ to El Salvador would be strengthened this her predecessor, and was elected to four con­ scribe, in patently offensive way, sexual or ex­ year. At the very least, Congress should block secutive terms. Prior to serving as mayor, Ms. cretory activities or organs. the release of additional military aid by the Rothstein served as Oak Park's first woman Last week the House agreed to a motion President if he chooses to continue to ignore mayor pro-tern from 1976-77 and again from made by Mr. DANNEMEYER to instruct the con­ congressionally mandated conditions on aid. 1980--S1. A pioneer in local government, Ms. ferees to agree to the Senate language re­ Such language would merely perfect the Rothstein also was the first woman to serve garding NEA funding restrictions. I twice voted Moakley/Murtha provisions of last year. I re­ on the Oak Park City Council, a position she for the motion to instruct the conferees to in­ gret that the issue of military aid to El Sal­ held from 1973 through 1981. sist on the Senate amendment regarding NEA vador has been completely ignored in this leg­ Charlotte Rothstein's experience in public funding. I am sorry to see that the conference islation. service is extensive: she served on the U.S. chose not to follow the recommendation of the I believe we should have gone further than Conference of Mayors' Advisory Board and House of Representatives and the wishes of simply strengthening existing conditions and the National League of Cities Human Develop­ the Senate. that Congress should withhold 100 percent of ment Policy Committee. She was the State co­ Overall, I commend the chairman and the military aid to El Salvador, subject to strict ordinator for Women in Municipal Government Appropriation Subcommittee on the Interior for conditions and congressional oversight. H.R. and was a founding member of the U.S. Con­ their excellent work on this bill and I will sup­ 1346, which I introduced earlier this year, ference of Women Mayors. One of the key po­ port the bill. would do that and, more importantly, would sitions she held was president of the Michigan establish a framework for peace in El Sal­ Association of Mayors. vador. Similar legislation was introduced last A native of Detroit, Mrs. Rothstein has been year, but this year we have 138 cosponsors­ an indomitable force in local government. Her DRUG ABUSE TREATMENT ASSO­ twice as many as last year's bill. Clearly, legislative accomplishments are numerous. CIATION 10 YEARS OF TAKING strong support exists in the Congress for an She initiated a resolution for the formation of THE TIME TO CARE end to military aid to El Salvador. the Oak Park Arts and Cultural Commission; For more than a decade, Americans have she provided leadership in a fight to get HUD HON. TOM LEWIS watched their tax dollars subsidize a brutal funding for senior housing; she led an effort to military that engages in persistent abuses in El improve the appearance and delivery of mail OF FLORIDA Salvador. Now that a workable peace is within in the Oak Park Post Office; and she initiated IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sight, there is no excuse for continuing this a resolution for the formation of the Oak Park Thursday, October 24, 1991 failed policy. Unfortunately, the Bush adminis­ Energy Advisory Committee. She led the bat­ Mr. LEWIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, 1991 tration wants to bankroll the Salvadoran mili­ tle to require the Federal Government to live marks an important milestone for a very spe­ tary just as a negotiated settlement is at hand. up to its promises so that construction of a cial organization in the 12th Congressional Last month, during United Nations-sponsored major highway through her community would District. peace talks in New York, the Salvadoran Gov­ improve and enhance it rather than undermine This year, the Drug Abuse Treatment Asso­ ernment and the Faribundo Marti National Lib­ and divide it. These are just a few of the many eration Front [FMLN] reached major agree­ projects in which Mrs. Rothstein has played a ciation celebrates 1O years of tireless effort in providing drug abuse treatment, education and ments that begin at last to address the sub­ leading role. prevention services to our community in south stantive military, economic, and political re­ In addition to a rewarding life of community forms needed to end the war. Both sides have service, she has had a rich family life. She Florida. As we celebrate National Red Ribbon Week for Drug Free America, I think it appro­ concluded that neither can win this war and has been married to Ben Rothstein since priate to highlight DA TA's commitment and are seeking a workable peace. This peace 1951, and has two children and seven grand­ philosophy to take the time to care. process needs our support. children. The Bush administration has simply ignored For her tireless contributions to her commu­ DA TA's integrated and innovative approach present congressional mandates on condi­ nity, Charlotte Rothstein has been honored to drug treatment has evolved into a wide net­ tioning aid. Last year, Congress attached sev­ with several awards, including the 1986 Public work of services. Since its start as a small eral conditions on future aid, including thor­ Service Award from the Michigan Nonprofit storefront outpatient office with six employees, ough resolution of the 1989 assassinations of Homes Association and the Honorable the Drug Abuse Treatment Association has six Jesuit priests and two others at the Univer­ Menschen Award from the Jewish Welfare flourished into an organization with 85 employ­ sity of Central America. Yet, instead of with­ Federation Apartments in 1988. ees, two 18-bed adolescent treatment centers, holding military assistance while this case was The people of Oak Park are grateful to Ms. an outpatient counseling center, primary care being prosecuted, President Bush released Rothstein for her many years of dedicated team, and a mobile van unit that brings treat­ additional military aid to El Salvador this sum­ service to her community. ment services to the individual in need. Since mer. its inception, the mobile van unit alone has We can no longer tolerate such abuses of reached over 10,700 individuals. More impor­ congressional intent. It is time to close this HR. 2686, THE INTERIOR AND RE­ tantly, no family or child is ever turned away sad chapter in our history. I strongly urge my LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA­ from the comforting, warm environment the colleagues to tighten up restrictions on military TIONS staff works so hard to maintain at all of aid to El Salvador at the first available oppor­ DATA'S facilities. tunity. HON. GARY A. FRANKS We all know the drug war is not an easy OF CONNECTICUT fight. Those who are willing to give up, simply IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES need to look toward DAT A to see a true ex­ TRIBUTE TO CHARLOTTE M. ample of success. Teamwork, cooperation, ROTHSTEIN Thursday, October 24, 1991 community effort, and perseverance can make Mr. FRANKS of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I the difference. HON. SANDER M. LEVIN rise in support of the conference report on Mr. Speaker, I would like to extend my per­ OF MICHIGAN H.R. 2686, Interior and related agencies ap­ sonal congratulations and congratulations on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES propriations for fiscal year 1992. I do so Mr. behalf of the U.S. House of Representatives to Chairman with some reservations. DATA's executive director, Gary Frechette, the Thursday, October 24, 1991 I am disappointed that the conference com­ board of directors and to all of the very special Mr. LEVIN of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise mittee was unable to keep language placing individuals of DATA'S staff for their compas­ today to pay tribute to Charlotte M. Rothstein, restrictions on the use of National Endowment sion, determination and dedication. Our thanks a person I have known for many years, who of the Arts [NEA] funding in the appropriations to you for taking the time to care.