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HONORING UNIVERSITY OF TEN- CONGRATULATIONS TO COMBAT I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- NESSEE WOMEN’S BASKETBALL MEDICAL SYSTEMS cation and character in all her future accom- COACH PAT SUMMITT plishments. HON. RENEE L. ELLMERS f HON. DAVID P. ROE OF NORTH CAROLINA HONORING ROBERTA ROPER IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF TENNESSEE Wednesday, April 25, 2012 HON. STENY H. HOYER IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mrs. ELLMERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF MARYLAND Wednesday, April 25, 2012 offer my congratulations to the Men and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Women of Combat Medical Systems on the Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Mr. ROE of Tennessee. Mr. Speaker, I rise opening of their new office in Fayetteville, Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to today to honor University of Tennessee wom- North Carolina. honor the work of a remarkable woman from en’s basketball coach Pat Summitt for her One year ago this month, Fayetteville suf- Maryland, Roberta Roper, and to express to hard work, courage, and perseverance. Pat, fered from a sudden and devastating outbreak her the appreciation felt by so many across like me, is from Clarksville, Tennessee. We of tornadoes. These storms ripped through our our state and throughout the country. share a love for basketball, and it has been an region and caused horrendous damage to In 1982, Roberta and her family faced their honor to watch her lead the Lady Vols for homes, businesses, and personal property. I darkest days when they learned that their nearly forty years. Pat’s commitment to excel- was told of the bravery of their staff and Presi- daughter, Stephanie—a talented artist and col- lence has resulted in almost 1,100 wins, mak- dent, Corey Russ, who, as a retired Delta lege student—had been kidnapped, raped, ing her the winningest basketball coach in Force medic, began treating casualties and and murdered. While struggling with her own NCAA history. handing out thousands of dollars of company personal pain and grief, Roberta learned that What is most impressive about Pat isn’t her equipment to strangers so that they could help there were no supportive services for her and .840 winning percentage or her her eight na- others in the area and transport casualties to her family as they struggled with the loss of tional championships. Nor is it her ability to nearby hospitals. their daughter. Even more devastating was run laps with, and sometimes around, her One year later, our communities continue to that the criminal justice system lacked the teams, or the intense stare that I am sure is rebuild and we can take pride in the new rights and support they needed as family still burned into the minds of some of the la- homes and buildings that have been erected. members of a murder victim. dies on her 1974 inaugural team. What im- We must continue to remember the individuals That same year, to honor the memory of presses me most about Pat is the way she that perished in this disaster and honor their their daughter and to address the inadequa- does everything in her life with heart and to legacy through the care and rebuilding of our cies between the rights of a defendant and the best of her ability. When she announced community. those of a victim of crime, Roberta and her her condition last August, I was impressed Combat Medical Systems and its employees husband, Vince, founded the Stephanie Roper both by her courage to fight Alzheimer’s in a show the dedication and determination we all Foundation. The Foundation’s mission has very public way, as well as her leadership in aspire to as we rebuild and survive in the face been to provide supportive services to crime founding the Pat Summitt Foundation Fund. of unforeseen obstacles. This courage em- victims across Maryland for thirty years. They According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.4 bodies the spirit of our nation and fuels our also established the Stephanie Roper Com- million Americans are currently living with Alz- economy. I commend them on their willing- mittee, the Foundation’s legislative arm, which heimer’s. By sharing her story, Pat has un- ness to give back to the community and on has resulted in over sixty laws enacted to cre- doubtedly helped to bring awareness to this the successes they have rightly earned. ate new or improved crime-victim rights and disease. I’d be one sorry fan if I didn’t also Again, I congratulate them on the opening services. point out that, despite her condition, last sea- of their new office. May God bless them, their With Roberta’s active encouragement, the son Pat still led the Lady Vols to the NCAA families, and our great nation. Maryland General Assembly created the State tournament. f Board of Victim Services in 1988. This Board offers recommendations to the legislature and Pat Summitt has left the UT community with AUJANAE VALDEZ an amazing legacy and I have no doubt she to the Governor on matters concerning state will continue to faithfully serve the University in and local efforts to assist victims of crime. In her new role as head coach emeritus. I also HON. ED PERLMUTTER 1994, Roberta was appointed as Chair of the look forward to seeing great things from her OF COLORADO Board, a position she held until her retirement son, Tyler, as he follows in his mother’s foot- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES last October. In 2002, the Foundation merged with the steps. My thoughts and prayers are with Pat Wednesday, April 25, 2012 and Tyler as they move forward on this jour- Maryland Crime Victim Resource Center, a ney together. Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise one-stop, statewide non-profit that provides today to recognize and applaud Aujanae victim services, crisis assistance, legal help, Valdez for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge f victim notification, financial help, social serv- Service Ambassadors for Youth award. ices, and links to national victim resources. PERSONAL EXPLANATION Aujanae Valdez is a 12th grader at Jefferson Roberta’s activism since her daughter’s Senior High and received this award because tragic death in 1982 led her to so many impor- her determination and hard work have allowed tant accomplishments benefitting my home HON. JIM GERLACH her to overcome adversities. state. These include the creation of the Mary- The dedication demonstrated by Aujanae land Victims of Crime Fund, legislation ensur- OF PENNSYLVANIA Valdez is exemplary of the type of achieve- ing victims and their families a place in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment that can be attained with hard work and courtroom and a voice during the sentencing Wednesday, April 25, 2012 perseverance. It is essential students at all process, the creation of new support and serv- levels strive to make the most of their edu- ices for victims and their loved ones, as well Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, unfortunately, cation and develop a work ethic which will as the ratification of an amendment to the on April 24, 2012, I missed one recorded vote guide them for the rest of their lives. Maryland Constitution guaranteeing crime vic- on the House floor. I ask that the RECORD re- I extend my deepest congratulations to tims the right to be informed, present, and flect that had I been present, I would have Aujanae Valdez for winning the Arvada Wheat heard throughout the investigatory and judicial voted ‘‘aye’’ on Rollcall 178. Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. process.

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 06:12 Apr 26, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K25AP8.001 E25APPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E640 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2012 In addition to her tireless efforts to improve stands as a moment of pride for the Jewish West Neighbors in Action, which cater to the victims’ treatment, Roberta serves as Co-Chair people, and a foreshadowing of the new Jew- homeless. He has also worked at the Rose of the National Victims Constitutional Amend- ish spirit that would rise with the State of Mary Center, West Side Community House, ment Network—a network of states working Israel just a few years later. Never again West Side Catholic Center and currently, Care with Congress to enact a Constitutional would Jews give up without a fight. With a Alliance. amendment establishing meaningful and en- state and an army, the Jewish people would fi- Because of his relentless work to support forceable rights for every crime victim in this nally have a refuge to run to in their time of those in need, today, at the Bishop Cosgrove country. need. Center, the Cleveland Tenants Organization Today, I join in honoring Roberta Roper for While we commemorate the Holocaust and the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the turning a deeply saddening and difficult trag- today, I call on my colleagues to join me in re- Homeless are coming together to honor his edy into a thirty-year movement to provide affirming our connection to the State of Israel, lifetime of service. crime victims and their families a greater and our responsibility to help Israel through its voice. most difficult times. The Jewish State ensures Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me Stephanie Roper once said: ‘‘One person the survival of the Jewish people in a dan- in congratulating Mr. Jim Schlecht. His faith can make a difference, and every person gerous and often anti-Semitic world, which is has guided him into a life of service which is should try.’’ Roberta Roper has built a lasting one of the many reasons we in the United unparalleled. legacy in her daughter’s name by doing just States have stood by Israel for so many years that—and we are all better off for it. and will continue to stand by Israel for as long f f as they need our help. HONORING JOHN ‘‘JAY’’ The memory of the six million killed by the DALICANDRO PERSONAL EXPLANATION Nazis demands no less. We in Congress stand with the entire Jewish people in saying HON. TIMOTHY V. JOHNSON Never Again. HON. MIKE QUIGLEY OF ILLINOIS f OF ILLINOIS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AUDREY ARAGON Wednesday, April 25, 2012 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, on HON. ED PERLMUTTER Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Tuesday April 24, 2012 I had obligations that OF COLORADO Mr. QUIGLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to necessitated my attention in my district and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recognize the long and distinguished career of missed a suspension vote on H.R. 2157, to fa- John ‘‘Jay’’ Dalicandro. Mr. Dalicandro, who cilitate a land exchange involving certain Na- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 honorably serves the Village of Elmwood Park tional Forest System lands in the Inyo National Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise as village manager, plans to retire this June Forest. Had I been present for this vote, I today to recognize and applaud Audrey Ara- after 23 years of service. would have cast an ‘‘aye’’ vote for this piece gon for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge of legislation. Service Ambassadors for Youth award. Au- A native of Elmwood Park, Jay has re- Again, had I been present, I would have drey Aragon is a 12th grader at Jefferson Sen- mained a part of the community throughout his voted ‘‘aye’’ on H.R. 2157. ior High and received this award because her life. To date Mr. Dalicandro is the longest- f determination and hard work have allowed her serving Village Manager Elwood Park has to overcome adversities. ever had and his retirement will leave some THE HOLOCAUST The dedication demonstrated by Audrey Ar- big shoes to fill. Jay is admired by those in his agon is exemplary of the type of achievement community for his enduring devotion to the Vil- SPEECH OF that can be attained with hard work and perse- lage of Elmwood Park and his service is to be HON. SHELLEY BERKLEY verance. It is essential students at all levels commended. OF NEVADA strive to make the most of their education and During his tenure as Village Manager, Jay IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES develop a work ethic which will guide them for has done a tough job very well. He has been the rest of their lives. responsible for day-to-day operations of the Thursday, April 19, 2012 I extend my deepest congratulations to Au- Village of Elmwood Park. Most people in Jay’s Ms. BERKLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to drey Aragon for winning the Arvada Wheat position remain as Village Manager for a short mark Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remem- Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. stint before moving on to another position, but brance Day. Each year on the 27th day of the I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- Jay’s commitment to the people of Elmwood Jewish month of Nisan, we remember the vic- cation and character in all her future accom- Park for the past 23 years demonstrates his tims whose lives were destroyed, and who plishments. sincere devotion to the wellbeing of the com- suffered unspeakable brutalities at the hands f munity. of their Nazi tormentors. We all know the num- IN HONOR OF MR. JIM SCHLECHT Mr. Dalicandro’s vision for the Village of ber six million far too well, but we must always Elmwood Park has impressed his peers and remember that each of those six million— ensured a bright future for the Village. Jay’s along with so many others—was an individual HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH accomplishments as Village Manager include whose life was snuffed out because of base- OF OHIO establishing the Village’s first tax increment fi- less, senseless hatred. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nance district, superb handling of the Villages We should also remember that the date for finances, and a commitment to establishing Yom HaShoah was also chosen to coincide Wednesday, April 25, 2012 new parkland for the Village. In addition to with the anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in these accomplishments, Mr. Dalicandro has Uprising of 1943, perhaps the most famous honor of Mr. Jim Schlecht, who is being recog- succeeded in ensuring the Village’s fiscal sta- example of Jewish resistance to the Nazis. nized for his work serving the homeless. bility by consistently staying under budget. When the Germans came to liquidate the last Born and raised in Euclid, Ohio, Jim has remaining inhabitants of the Warsaw Ghetto in been a lifelong Cleveland area resident. While Jay is credited as being the man who order to murder them at the Treblinka extermi- attending Cleveland State University, he and a brought the Village of Elmwood Park into the nation camp, these brave, untrained, over- group of progressive Catholics joined together 21st century. His colleagues recognize the matched and starving souls fought back. at Merton Community’s Houses of Hospitality hard work he has invested into the community. Though they were ultimately crushed, they in Cleveland’s Near West Side neighborhood Undoubtedly, the impact Jay has had on the held out against the Nazis for nearly a month, to begin serving the community’s less fortu- Village of Elmwood Park will be seen for years forcing the German army to divert thousands nate. and decades to come. of troops, as well as air force, artillery, armed Throughout the years, Jim has become one Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me vehicles, minethrowers, and machine guns in of Ohio City’s most well-known residents. He in recognizing Jay Dalicandro and his commit- order to put down the rebellion. has worked to establish health centers, ment to public service in his community. The While the Holocaust is the greatest of Jew- schools, book stores, social service agencies devotion he has demonstrated to his work in ish tragedies, the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising and community organizations, such as Near the Village serves as an example to us all.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 06:12 Apr 26, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.001 E25APPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 25, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E641 PERSONAL EXPLANATION HONORING BIRUTA STAKLE the institution. African-Americans in the Texas MCSHANE Legislature advocated for and supported the HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF passage of the Morrill Land-Grant Act in 1866, which established the A&M College of Texas OF CALIFORNIA HON. JEFF DENHAM between 1876 and 1963. African-Americans IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA worked at A&M as laborers, maids, custodians IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, April 25, 2012 and various other support staff; however they Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I was unavoid- were prohibited from attending as students ably absent from the House on April 24, 2012 Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and faculty. due to important commitments in my district. acknowledge and honor the life of a beloved The history of African-Americans at A&M has been shaped by decades of racial seg- On rollcall 178, had I been present I would mother and wife, Biruta Stakle McShane. She regation, quiet desegregation, and attempts to have voted ‘‘yea’’ on H.R. 2157, to facilitate a was born Biruta Isolda Stakle in Riga, Latvia redress historical wrongs. It has been filled land exchange involving certain National For- April 21, 1940, and passed away surrounded with lifelong struggles and determination to ful- est System lands in the Inyo National Forest. by her family on April 14, 2012, in Cupertino, California. fill a dream which was accomplished when A&M opened the doors in 1963 to African f Biruta immigrated to Oklahoma following the close of World War II after living for some time Americans. The past 37 years have been a IN RECOGNITION OF DAVE in Germany. Raised in Stillwater, she attended continuing struggle by African-Americans and CSINTYAN IN HONOR OF HIS Oklahoma State University, where she grad- A&M to ensure that the dream is kept alive. The first African-Americans joined the corps SERVICE TO THE COLORADO uated with honors in Mathematics. Shortly in 1964. The first female cadets came a dec- SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COM- thereafter, she moved to Dallas, Texas, where ade later. In A&M’s centennial year, Fred MERCE she met and married Thomas McShane. McClure won election as body president, mak- Biruta and Tom moved to Burlingame, Cali- ing him the first to be equal to that of Corps fornia and started a family. During her career, HON. DOUG LAMBORN Commander and Aggie Yell Leader. Biruta worked in various marketing roles for OF COLORADO CIVIL RIGHTS several Silicon Valley Companies, before ulti- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Civil rights is a subject that cannot be ig- mately starting her own businesses, Meetings nored or taken lightly, even in this day of pro- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 & Incentives Group and Bimark Incorporated. gressive movement toward tolerance. We Mr. LAMBORN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Meetings and Incentives Group is one of the must not lose sight of the continued need for pay tribute and say thank you to the outgoing leading event planning groups in Silicon Valley civil rights. We must not relax our initiatives President and CEO of the Greater Colorado and Bimark Inc. specializes in advertising spe- which build greater racial, ethnic, and religious Springs Chamber of Commerce, Dave cialty items. Biruta served as president of the tolerance. While I believe that there is still Csintyan. Northern California Chapter of the Business work to be done on the issue of civil rights Dave has been a dedicated and devoted Marketing Association and was honored re- and hurdles to overcome, we cannot ignore servant to our region and our Chamber since peatedly as owner of one of Silicon Valley’s the progress that has been made as the result 2002. He has also loyally served our country top twenty women-owned businesses. of decades of hard work, diligence, the sweat for 28 years as an officer in the United States Biruta is remembered for her love of travel and tears of many of our country’s civil rights Air Force. The culmination of that career was and cooking. She explored the globe and trailblazers. in Colorado Springs serving as the Air Base planned exotic events for some of Silicon Val- This is evidenced by an increase in the Wing Commander at the Air Force Academy. ley’s most successful businesses. She was fa- numbers of minorities attaining leadership po- Dave accepted new challenges this year in mous for her endless energy, creativity and sitions in the private and public sectors for ex- guiding the merger of the Springs Chamber zest for making other people’s lives unforget- ample: Ken Chenault, an African American and the Economic Development Corporation. table through her event planning. who currently serves as the CEO of American He is a passionate worker and advocate for Biruta is survived by her husband, Tom Express; Ursula Burns, who became the first the Pikes Peak Region and I offer him my sin- McShane, her daughter Laura Powers of San African American woman to serve as Chair- cerest thanks and wish he and his wife Margo Ramon, daughter Alison Aarts of Millbrae and man and CEO of Xerox, a Fortune 500 Com- the best of success in their future service. son Steve McShane of Salinas. Biruta is also pany; and Antonio Perez, the first Latino survived by her four grandchildren, Jack Pow- American to serve as CEO of Eastman Kodak f ers, Shane Powers, Cooper Powers and Aidan Corporation to name a few. Aarts. BAILEY BATISTE BACKGROUND ON MARQUIS ALEXANDER Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring He is the oldest of 10 children and the first Biruta Stakle McShane for her accomplish- in his family to go to college. He is said to be HON. ED PERLMUTTER ments and contributions. The life of Biruta an admirable and mature young man. Mr. OF COLORADO Stakle McShane serves as an example of ex- Alexander is currently a Corporal in the Marine IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cellence to those in her life, and her legacy Reserves. He has become the first person Wednesday, April 25, 2012 will not be soon forgotten. with military experience to head the Corps. f Texas A&M University has the proud distinc- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise tion of having the most graduates to enlist in MARQUIS ALEXANDER, FUTURE today to recognize and applaud Bailey Batiste our nation’s armed forces when compared to COMMANDER OF TEXAS A&M for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service other non-military academies. Ambassadors for Youth award. Bailey Batiste UNIVERSITY’S CORPS OF CADETS Marquis Alexander grew up in my home city is a 7th grader at Mandalay Middle School of Houston. And our city is proud of his and received this award because her deter- HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE achievements. Marquis has always wanted to mination and hard work have allowed her to OF TEXAS attend Texas A&M. He was so ‘‘gung-ho’’ mili- overcome adversities. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tary that he participated in Texas A&M’s Jun- The dedication demonstrated by Bailey Ba- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 ior Cadet Accessions Program while still in tiste is exemplary of the type of achievement high school. A week after enlisting in the Ma- that can be attained with hard work and perse- Ms. JACKSON LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, rine Corps, he received his letter of accept- verance. It is essential students at all levels I rise today to acknowledge a milestone ance to Texas A&M University. strive to make the most of their education and reached by Marquis Alexander. He is the first Yet, true to his word and commitment, Alex- develop a work ethic which will guide them for African-American to become commander of ander attended boot camp at the Marine the rest of their lives. Texas A&M’s Corps of Cadets. Currently Mar- Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego and spent I extend my deepest congratulations to Bai- quis is a Corporal in the U.S. Marine Reserves a year and a half on active duty. He subse- ley Batiste for winning the Arvada Wheat and a rising senior majoring in International quently reverted from active duty status and is Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. Studies. serving the remainder of his enlistment com- I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- HISTORY OF AFRICAN-AMERICANS AT TAMU mitment in the Marine Corps Reserves. He re- cation and character in all her future accom- The history of African-Americans at Texas applied for admission to Texas A&M in 2009 plishments. A&M University dates back to the founding of and was promptly accepted.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 06:37 Apr 26, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.006 E25APPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E642 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2012 He was selected following a rigorous review beings because of their ethnic, political, reli- Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me process in which a host of cadets are consid- gious, cultural, and biological characteristics in congratulating Nancy Doutt as she is hon- ered when leadership selections are made was atrocious. While we honor the memory of ored by the Berea Chamber of Commerce. each year. Soon he will assume duties as the millions lost during the Holocaust and the f Cadet Colonel of the Corps, the 2,100 mem- millions more who were never born because ber organization’s top leadership position, also of this unparalleled crime against humanity, HONORING THE WORLD WAR II known as Corps Commander, and one of the we must learn from the past in order to ensure VETERANS OF ILLINOIS three top positions on campus, along with that that the worst actions in history are never of student body President and Yell Leader. again repeated. HON. MIKE QUIGLEY Mr. Speaker, I commend Mr. Alexander for On this Holocaust Remembrance Day, it is OF ILLINOIS aiming high and continuing to strive above and important not only to commemorate those who IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES perished, but also those who refused to be by- beyond his primary goals of joining the mili- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 tary. He is a mentor and guiding light to those standers to this grave human tragedy. We who know him. I congratulate Marquis on his may take heart from the brave efforts of those Mr. QUIGLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor achievement. He has indeed risen to the top who resisted the Nazi reign of terror, in the the World War II veterans who traveled to and I hope he keeps on rising. In my office, ghettos and the camps, from the cities to the Washington, DC on April 25, 2012 with Honor I have an intern named Ashley Hawkes whose countryside. We stand in awe of the rescuers Flight Chicago, a program that provides World family has also dedicated their lives to the who, against all odds and at great personal War II veterans the opportunity to visit the military. Marquis Alexander stands as a role to risk, demonstrated moral courage the world World War II Memorial on the National Mall in young people like Ashley. Ashley was honored must honor, remember, and uphold as a Washington, DC. This memorial was built to to work on this statement, and was inspired by model for ourselves, our children, and our honor their courage and service to their coun- his story. That is why I stand here today to grandchildren. try. spread the word about his tremendous As individuals, communities, and as a na- The American Veteran is one of our great- achievement to not only honor Marquis Alex- tion, we must rededicate ourselves to ensuring est treasures. The Soldiers, Airmen, Sailors, ander but to inspire young people like Ashley that the world will never stand idly by in the Marines, and Coast Guardsmen who traveled to realize that they must continue to advance. face of mass atrocity. We must work to extin- here on April 25 answered our Nation’s call to f guish the sparks of hatred, intolerance, and vi- service during one of its greatest times of olence wherever they may be found, while need. From the European Campaign to the BRUGETTE THOMPSON nurturing in ourselves and others the seeds of Pacific Asian Theatre to the African Theater, empathy and a resistance to the indifference these brave Americans risked life and limb, HON. ED PERLMUTTER that enabled the unthinkable destruction of gave service and sacrificed much, all while OF COLORADO human life 70 years ago. embodying what it is to be a hero. We owe IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, may we let this be our monu- them more gratitude than can ever be ex- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 ment to the millions who perished in the Holo- pressed. caust. I welcome these brave veterans to Wash- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise f ington and to their memorial. I am proud to today to recognize and applaud Brugette submit the names of these men and women IN RECOGNITION OF NANCY DOUTT Thompson for receiving the Arvada Wheat for all to see, hear, and recognize, and I call Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. on my colleagues to rise and join me in ex- Brugette Thompson is a 12th grader at Po- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH pressing gratitude. mona High and received this award because OF OHIO John Abraham, Jr.; Fred Alpern; Arthur L. her determination and hard work have allowed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Barron; Elizabeth H. Bartolich; Philip her to overcome adversities. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Bartolotta; John N. Basic; Robert R. Beazley; The dedication demonstrated by Brugette Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Jerry S. Benesh; Francis J. Bialas; Victor N. Thompson is exemplary of the type of Bonneau; Robert D. Brakley; Stanley A. achievement that can be attained with hard recognition of Nancy Doutt and to acknowl- edge her receipt of the 2012 Grindstone Branauskas; LeRoy Matthias Braun; Leo B. work and perseverance. It is essential stu- Braun, Jr.; Francis Brogan; Laveryl Williams dents at all levels strive to make the most of Award by the Berea Chamber of Commerce. Nancy has dedicated her life to her community Brown; Roy V. Carlson; Gabriel A. Casalino; their education and develop a work ethic Josephine E. Chandler. which will guide them for the rest of their lives. through volunteerism. A lifelong resident of Berea, Nancy was an Melvin Chesler; Melvin A. Conviser; Ned L. I extend my deepest congratulations to active member of 4–H and graduated from Crandall; Wanda Ann Cukla; Anthony A. Brugette Thompson for winning the Arvada Berea High School in 1976. Today, Nancy is Czarnowski; Harry Dandelles; Carl William Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth married to Steve. She works at Medical Mu- Davis; Jerome Dribin; George Druktenis, Sr.; award. I have no doubt she will exhibit the tual and is a member of the New Century Melvin A. Ehlers; Forrest J. Fischer; William same dedication and character in all her future Beatniks. Fisher; Edward Fox; Harvey Fritz; Paul A. accomplishments. As a young child, her parents ingrained a Genova; Charles C. Giovannini; Donald L. f sense of selflessness in Nancy that has trans- Glasgow; Joseph Goldenberg; Edward J. THE HOLOCAUST lated into a lifelong commitment to her com- Gorczowski; Harvey Gossell. munity. She is an active member of the Amer- Nikles K. Hagopian; LeRoy J. Hankins; SPEECH OF ican Legion Post 91 Auxiliary and Auxiliary Howard Roy Heckmann; Arthur P. Heminger; HON. NITA M. LOWEY Color Guard. She is involved with St. Mary’s Joseph Hojdik; Donald Hoskinson; John S. Church, where she is a member of the choir Houston; Colin S. Howat; Charles G. Hunt; OF NEW YORK and a Eucharistic Minister. Additionally, Nancy David Johnson; Thomas Jundanian; Irving K. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES spends countless hours as a volunteer with Kannett; Lloyd L. Keiber; Joseph A. Marthaler; Thursday, April 19, 2012 Berea Arts Fest, Southwest General Health John H. McCollom; Donald T. McCollom; Ken- Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Center’s Community Outreach Program and neth Joseph McDonough; Thomas P. McKale; solemn recognition of Holocaust Remem- the Berea Children’s Home. She is funda- Mavis L. McNamara; Robert E. Morin; Irene L. brance Day. Today marks the passage of al- mental in the work done by Coats for Kids, Mostek; Clarence O. Norman; Stanley T. most 70 years since the unfathomable annihi- Dress for Success, Pajama Walk and the Oboy; Robert T. Olson; Joseph Leo O’Mara, lation of six million Jewish men, women, and Hand-to-Hand leaf raking projects. Nancy also Sr.; Elijah Ostrander, Jr.; Joseph J. Paladino; children from Europe. In addition to working to personally participates in Relay for Life, Pedal Robert Pankau; Donald B. Patterson, Jr.; systematically eliminate the Jewish people, the to the Point, numerous walk-a-thons and has James D. Patton; Emanuel T. Petrakis; Nazis also targeted other marginalized groups donated more than 18 gallons of blood to the Veronica S. Potter; William J. Prindiville; Er- such as political opponents, the LGBT com- Red Cross. nest M. Reynolds; Ernest E. Rittenhouse; Wal- munity, the Roma, Soviet prisoners of war, the Because of her relentless work on behalf of ter C. Russell; Walter Jerome Sawkiw. disabled, and other religious minorities. her community, the City of Berea honored John F. Schmaling; William F. Schmidt; Mel- The effort to remove, wholly and completely, Nancy with the 2012 Spirit of Community vin Schneider; Milton Schwartz; Harry Silver; from society certain categories of human Award. Richard J. Small; Delmar J. Smith; Jarmila V.

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And, the Nation has lost a It starts at the K–12 level, where too many of BOBBY ROBERTS compelling, often-times prophetic voice with a our teachers are not well prepared to teach winsome ability to speak truth with grace math and science and too many of our about some of the most challenging issues of HON. ED PERLMUTTER schools lack even basic science laboratory the day. equipment. But even those minority students OF COLORADO Chuck’s political instincts gave him a keen IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who enter college intending to major in a STEM discipline abandon science and engi- ability to effectively communicate with policy- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 neering for other fields at a much higher rate makers and politicians alike about matters of Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise than their peers. These young people are utmost import that are rarely given their due in today to recognize and applaud Bobby Rob- smart and motivated and small steps such as the halls of Congress or the White House. erts for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge improved mentorship and increased access to Chuck’s personal journey, marked by re- Service Ambassadors for Youth award. Bobby research experiences have proven to keep demption and grace, gave him a heart beyond Roberts is an 8th grader at Wheat Ridge Mid- students from all backgrounds on track to pale for the prisoner, the down-trodden, and dle School and received this award because complete their STEM degrees. the forgotten among us. his determination and hard work have allowed Statistics are equally troubling when it Chuck’s faith defined him—and inspired him to overcome adversities. comes to underrepresented minorities and countless others. their pursuit of academic careers in STEM dis- The dedication demonstrated by Bobby He possessed a passion for shaping the ciplines. Underrepresented minorities currently Roberts is exemplary of the type of achieve- next generation of leaders, for equipping them make up about 29 percent of the U.S. popu- ment that can be attained with hard work and with the tools to articulate and defend a Chris- lation, but only about 8 percent of tenure-track perseverance. It is essential students at all tian worldview in the public square. This is science and engineering faculty members at levels strive to make the most of their edu- among his greatest legacies. cation and develop a work ethic which will universities and four-year colleges. Less than In short, we have lost a giant. guide them for the rest of their lives. one percent of tenure-track science and engi- I extend my deepest congratulations to neering faculty members at the nation’s top As we mourn his loss, we take comfort in Bobby Roberts for winning the Arvada Wheat 100 research universities are from underrep- knowing that the heavens rejoice and Chuck is Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. resented groups. One consequence of having most assuredly hearing the words, ‘‘well done, I have no doubt he will exhibit the same dedi- such a low number of minority faculty, among good and faithful servant.’’ cation and character in all his future accom- other things, is that they are called on much CHUCK COLSON, FOUNDER OF PRISON FELLOW- plishments. more frequently than their peers to serve on SHIP & COLSON CENTER FOR CHRISTIAN commissions, committees, and the like as a f WORLD VIEW, DIES AT AGE 80 way of showing that a college or university is LANSDOWNE, VA., April 21, 2012.—Evan- H.R. 4483, THE ‘‘BROADENING PAR- committed to diversity in their administrative gelical Christianity lost one of its most elo- TICIPATION IN STEM EDUCATION procedures. As a result, minority faculty have quent and influential voices today with the ACT’’ less time to conduct research, publish papers, death of Charles W. ‘‘Chuck’’ Colson. The mentor students, and do other work that is re- Prison Fellowship and Colson Center for HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON quired for them achieve tenure status and oth- Christian Worldview founder died at 3:12 p.m. erwise thrive in their research careers. More ET today at the age of 80. After a brief ill- OF TEXAS fundamentally, the low number of minority fac- ness, Colson passed away at a Northern Vir- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ulty is another indicator of the untapped poten- ginia hospital with his wife, Patty, and fam- ily at his bedside. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 tial that we have in the STEM disciplines. On March 30, Colson became ill while Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Passing the ‘‘Broadening Participation in STEM Education Act’’ will help address both speaking at a Colson Center for Christian Mr. Speaker, today I am introducing H.R. Worldview conference in Lansdowne. The fol- 4483, the ‘‘Broadening Participation in STEM of these issues. By authorizing the Director of lowing morning he had surgery to remove a Education Act.’’ This bill aims to increase the NSF to award grants to colleges and univer- pool of clotted blood on the surface of his number of students from underrepresented mi- sities that want to implement or expand inno- brain, and doctors determined he had suf- nority groups who receive undergraduate de- vative, research-based approaches to recruit fered an intracerebral hemorrhage. Though grees in science, technology, engineering, and and retain students from underrepresented mi- Colson remained in intensive care, doctors mathematics, or STEM, disciplines. It also nority groups, we will take a necessary step and family were optimistic for a recovery as he showed some signs of improvement. How- seeks to increase the number of STEM faculty toward increasing the number of students from these groups who successfully complete un- ever, Tuesday (April 17) Colson became members from underrepresented minority gravely ill when further complications devel- groups at institutions of higher education. dergraduate degrees in STEM fields. Similarly, oped. by making grants available to colleges and The U.S. faces a severe shortfall in students A Watergate figure who emerged from the graduating with degrees in STEM fields. With universities to allow them to make an effort to country’s worst political scandal, a vocal approximately 20 percent of our under- increase the number of faculty members from Christian leader and a champion for prison graduate degrees awarded in science and en- underrepresented minority groups, we will take ministry, Colson spent the last years of his gineering disciplines, we rank 27th among de- a necessary step toward achieving equality at life in the dual role of leading Prison Fellow- veloped nations in producing graduates quali- our institutions of higher education. These are ship, the world’s largest outreach to pris- fied for 21st Century STEM careers. Statistics admittedly small steps toward maintaining oners, ex-prisoners and their families, and the Colson Center, a research and training become even more alarming when you look at American leadership in innovation, but they are necessary and achievable steps and we center focused on Christian worldview teach- the number of students from underrepresented ing. minority groups who receive degrees in STEM need to act now. I hope my colleagues will join me in supporting H.R. 4483. Colson has been a central figure in the disciplines. As of 2011, only about 8 percent evangelical Christian community since he of 24 years-olds from these groups had ob- f shocked the Washington establishment in tained a bachelor’s degree in a science or en- A LIFE WELL LIVED 1973 by revealing his new Christian commit- gineering discipline. ment in the midst of the Watergate inquiry. This is more than just a question of equity. In later years Colson would say that because We have a vast, untapped pool of talent in HON. FRANK R. WOLF he was known primarily as Nixon’s ‘‘Hatchet OF VIRGINIA Man,’’ the declaration that ‘ ‘‘I’ve been born America, and this pool is continuing to grow. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES again and given my life to Jesus Christ’ kept It is estimated that, by 2050, 52 percent of the Wednesday, April 25, 2012 the political cartoonists of America clothed U.S. population will be from underrepresented and fed for a solid month.’’ It also gave new minority groups. We have to drastically in- Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay visibility to the emerging movement of crease the number of students from these tribute to Chuck Colson who this past Satur- ‘‘born-again’’ Christians.

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PUT PRISON MINISTRY ON THE CHURCH’S future of its fears. By the cross He offers Washington University in Washington. He AGENDA hope, by the resurrection He assures His tri- served in the Marine Corps from 1953–1955, In 1974 Colson entered a plea of guilty to umph. This cannot be resisted or delayed. becoming what was at the time its youngest Watergate-related charges; although not im- Mankind’s only choice is to recognize Him captain. He began his political career in 1956, plicated in the Watergate burglary, he volun- now or in the moment of ultimate judgment. when he was the youngest administrative as- tarily pleaded guilty to obstruction of jus- Our only decision is to welcome His rule or sistant in the Senate, working for Massachu- tice in the Daniel Ellsberg Case, which was to fear it.’’ setts Senator Leverett Saltonstall. prosecuted in the acutely sensitive Water- Colson’s other awards included the Presi- Although God worked through Colson to gate atmosphere. He entered Maxwell Fed- dential Citizens Medal (2008, the second-high- encourage Christians around the world and eral Prison Camp in Alabama in 1974 as a est U.S. civilian honor), Humanitarian serve many whom society would often ne- new Christian and as the first member of the Award from Domino’s Pizza Corporation glect, his greatest love and focus were his Nixon administration to be incarcerated for (1991), The Others Award from the Salvation family. Colson is survived by his wife of 48 Watergate-related charges. He served seven Army (1990), several honorary doctorates years, Patty; three children, Wendell, Chris- months of a one- to three-year sentence. from various colleges and universities (1982– tian and Emily; and five grandchildren. Colson emerged from prison with a new 1995), and Outstanding Young Man of Boston f mission: mobilizing the Christian Church to from the Chamber of Commerce (1960). minister to prisoners. He founded Prison Fel- Recognized as a champion for historic or- AUSTIN CLARK lowship in 1976; this would become perhaps thodoxy, Colson ignited a controversy in the his greatest contribution to the Church and Protestant world in the mid-1990s with his HON. ED PERLMUTTER the world. Although many local churches initiative to declare common ground with OF COLORADO had ministered in nearby prisons for many conservative Roman Catholics in two docu- years, most observers would affirm that ments called Evangelicals and Catholics To- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Colson and Prison Fellowship truly put pris- gether. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 on ministry on the agenda of the church in a PROVIDED INTELLECTUAL SUPPORT TO MODERN substantial way. EVANGELICALISM Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise Colson’s personal prison experience and his The evangelical-Catholic issue was just today to recognize and applaud Austin Clark frequent ministry visits to prisons also de- one in which Colson brought intellectual vi- for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service veloped in him new concerns about the effi- tality to popular Evangelicalism in the last Ambassadors for Youth award. Austin Clark is cacy of the American criminal justice sys- three decades. Many considered him a pro- a 7th grader at Mandalay Middle School and tem. His founding of Justice Fellowship in phetic voice for the evangelical community, received this award because his determination 1983 helped make Colson one of the nation’s and, perhaps, an intellectual successor to and hard work have allowed him to overcome most influential voices for criminal justice theologian/sociologist Francis Schaeffer. adversities. reform. His call for alternative punishments Perhaps in open recognition of that legacy, for non-violent offenders was often effective The dedication demonstrated by Austin his magnum opus was titled How Now Shall Clark is exemplary of the type of achievement because Colson’s conservative credentials en- We Live? after Schaeffer’s How Then Shall abled him to line up conservative legislators We Live? that can be attained with hard work and perse- in support of what had traditionally been In all, Colson wrote more than 30 books, verance. It is essential students at all levels seen as a liberal set of reforms. which have sold more than five million cop- strive to make the most of their education and That passion and sense of obligation to ies. His autobiographical book, Born Again, develop a work ethic which will guide them for God’s calling and to his fellow inmates took was one of the nation’s best-selling books of Colson into prisons several times a year. He the rest of their lives. all kinds in 1976 and was made into a feature- I extend my deepest congratulations to Aus- visited some 600 prisons in the U.S. and 40 length film. His last book, The Faith, is a other countries, and built a movement that tin Clark for winning the Arvada Wheat Ridge powerful appeal to the Church to re-embrace Service Ambassadors for Youth award. I have at one time extended to more than 50,000 the foundational truths of Christianity. prison ministry volunteers. Often, particu- Colson was one of the Christian commu- no doubt he will exhibit the same dedication larly in the early days of Prison Fellowship, nity’s most sought-after speakers, but he and character in all his future accomplish- he was vocal in his disgust over the terrible resolutely refused to establish a speaker’s ments. conditions in the prisons and the need for fee. Colson donated all speaking honoraria f more humane conditions and better access to and book royalties to the ministry and ac- religious programs. cepted the salary of a mid-range ministry ex- HONORING THE VALENTINES FOR Colson’s advocacy for prisoners’ religious ecutive. TROOPS PROGRAM rights took an additional form in the late In 1991 Colson launched BreakPoint, a 1990s when he and Justice Fellowship were at unique radio commentary that provides a the forefront, lobbying legislators to support Christian perspective on today’s news and HON. CHRISTOPHER S. MURPHY the Religious Freedom Restoration Act and trends. BreakPoint was aired weekdays on OF CONNECTICUT the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized some 1,400 outlets nationwide with an audi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Persons Act (RLUIPA), both nationally and ence of 8 million listeners. But his heart was Wednesday, April 25, 2012 state by state. Colson’s and Justice Fellow- ever with the prisoner. He clearly never for- ship’s work to bring an end to the national got the promise he’d made to his fellow in- Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, scourge and shame of prison rape culminated mates during his brief stay in prison that he I rise today to honor the students and adults with the passage of the Prison Rape Elimi- would never forget those behind bars. involved in the Valentines for Troops program nation Act in 2003. In his later years, Colson focused full time His 1987 book, Kingdoms in Conflict, was a in Connecticut and around the nation. The stu- on developing other Christian leaders who dents involved in this program wrote over best-selling directive to the Christian com- could influence the culture and their com- munity on the proper relationships of church munities through their faith. The capstone 4,000 letters for our servicemembers this year. and state, and it positioned Colson as cen- of this effort was The Chuck Colson Center This program seeks to give thanks to the trist evangelical voice for balanced Christian for Christian Worldview, a research and most deserving among us, the men and political activism. Although not as visible as training center launched in 2009 for the pro- women of our Armed Forces. Donna others in the frontline battles, Colson pro- motion of Christian worldview teaching. In Monteleone Randle, a former captain in the vided counsel to many of the most-evident addition to a vast library of worldview mate- Army Signal Corps, serves as the chairperson activists and had a strong influence on rials, the Colson Center provides online Christian politicians who went to Wash- of Valentines for Troops in Newtown, Con- courses and serves as a catalyst for a grow- necticut and helps the organization send let- ington in the 80s, 90s and into the new mil- ing movement of Christian organizations lennium. dedicated to impacting the culture. ters from the students to the servicemembers RECIPIENT OF THE TEMPLETON PRIZE In 2009, Colson was a principal writer of the overseas. In recognition of his work among pris- Manhattan Declaration, which calls on The participants in the Valentines for Troops oners, Colson received the prestigious Christians to defend the sanctity of human program are doing a fabulous job of showing Templeton Prize for Progress in Religion in life, traditional marriage and religious free- their support and admiration to those who 1993, donating the $1 million prize to Prison dom. More than half a million people have need it the most. Fellowship. In perhaps his most-eloquent and signed the Manhattan Declaration. Collabo- This program was started by a second well-known speech, The Enduring Revolu- rating with other Christian leaders, Colson grade student at Sandy Hook Elementary tion, given at acceptance ceremonies at the aimed to launch other ecumenical grassroots School in Newtown, Connecticut, in 2006. University of Chicago, Colson encouraged movements around moral and ethical issues the Church in the face of troubling times: of great concern. That first year there were 50 letters written by ‘‘For history’s cadence is called with a con- Colson was born in Boston in 1931 and re- students at the school, and since then the fident voice. The God of Abraham, Isaac and ceived a scholarship to Brown University and popularity of the program has increased tre- Jacob reigns. His plan and purpose rob the went on to earn his law degree at George mendously. Schools and organizations from

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:23 Apr 26, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.015 E25APPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 25, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E645 Trumbull, Monroe, Bethel, Fairfield, and Dan- since 2003, and an increased recycling rate of Tamburitzans, the longest-running live stage bury have joined Newtown in this program. 46 percent. Also, 100 percent of the land- show of its kind in the United States. There has been a great deal of national inter- scaping at the school is water-efficient, and f est in the program this year as well. There are the District uses Compressed Natural Gas clubs, groups, churches, senior centers, pro- School Buses. ANJELICA HARRISON fessional offices, and schools from such di- Additionally, Longfellow Elementary School verse locations as Colorado, Ohio, Illinois, actively promoted environmental learning by HON. ED PERLMUTTER Wisconsin, Texas, and New York City lending implementing environmental programs on OF COLORADO their support to the program. campus like Energy Star Recycling program, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I conducted a similar program called Holiday Water Quality and Efficiency program, Green Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Cards for Heroes this holiday season. School Cleaning program, Safe Routes to School, children in northwestern Connecticut made School Garden, School Integrated Pest Man- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise hundreds of cards for veterans staying in the agement Program, Indoor Air Quality Program, today to recognize and applaud Anjelica Har- Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center as well as Environmental Education. rison for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge and the State of Connecticut Veterans’ Home This is a remarkable record and is all the Service Ambassadors for Youth award. in Rocky Hill. So I know what these small to- more impressive given the economic back- Anjelica Harrison is a 7th grader at Mandalay kens of appreciation can do to lift the spirits of ground and demographic diversity of the Long- Middle School and received this award be- a veteran. fellow Elementary School student body. The cause her determination and hard work have Mr. Speaker, I believe that we can all agree student body is comprised of 1,080 students, allowed her to overcome adversities. that the Valentines for Troops program de- 30 percent of whom are Hispanic, 17 percent The dedication demonstrated by Anjelica serves recognition for their efforts to show the are African American, 5 percent Asian and Pa- Harrison is exemplary of the type of achieve- admiration that this nation has for its troops. I cific Islander, and 28 percent Caucasian. Four ment that can be attained with hard work and ask that my colleagues join me in celebrating in ten students receive free or reduced perseverance. It is essential students at all the Valentines for Troops program for the lunches. levels strive to make the most of their edu- service it provides to the men and women of Despite their challenging backgrounds, the cation and develop a work ethic which will our Armed Services. students at Longfellow Elementary School guide them for the rest of their lives. f have shown that great things can happen if I extend my deepest congratulations to you are motivated, committed, and have the Anjelica Harrison for winning the Arvada CONGRATULATING LONGFELLOW right leaders like Principal Murrin. As King Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF LONG Henry V exhorted his comrades in arms at the award. I have no doubt she will exhibit the BEACH, CALIFORNIA, FOR BEING Battle of Agincourt, ‘‘all things are ready if our same dedication and character in all her future RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE minds be so.’’ accomplishments. FIRST ‘‘GREEN RIBBON Mr. Speaker, I congratulate the Lions of f SCHOOLS’’ IN THE UNITED Longfellow Elementary School, Principal Lau- HONORING THE WORLD WAR II STATES rie Murrin, The Green Team, and the entire VETERANS OF ILLINOIS Longfellow Elementary community for being at HON. LAURA RICHARDSON the forefront of improving our environment and OF CALIFORNIA helping prepare our students to be competitive HON. MIKE QUIGLEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and succeed in an emerging green economy. OF ILLINOIS Wednesday, April 25, 2012 f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Ms. RICHARDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise IN RECOGNITION OF THE proudly to congratulate Longfellow Elementary TAMBURITZANS Mr. QUIGLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor School located in my hometown of Long the World War II veterans who traveled to Beach, California, and the 37th Congressional HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Washington, DC, on April 4, 2012 with Honor District which I am proud to represent, on its OF OHIO Flight Chicago, a program that provides World War II veterans the opportunity to visit the designation by the U.S. Department of Edu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cation as one of the first-ever Green Ribbon World War H Memorial on The National Mall Schools. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 in Washington, DC. This memorial was built to According to Education Secretary Arne Dun- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor their courage and service to their coun- can, Longfellow Elementary School was rec- recognition of the Tamburitzans, a group try. ognized for its outstanding achievements in which has been promoting Eastern European The American Veteran is one of our great- the areas of environmental curriculum, energy arts and culture for 75 years. est treasures. The Soldiers, Airmen, Sailors, reduction, campus recycling and water effi- Established by Dr. A. Lester Pierce in 1937, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen who traveled ciency. the Tamburitzans are a multicultural song and here on April 4 answered our nation’s call to The Green Ribbon Schools program is a dance group. The group consists of students service during one of its greatest times of federal recognition program that began in Sep- of Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsyl- need. From the European Campaign to the tember 2011 under the leadership of President vania. The Duquesne University Tamburitzans Pacific Asian Theatre to the African Theater, Obama, Education Secretary Arne Duncan, are dedicated to preserving and perpetuating these brave Americans risked life and limb, and Environmental Protection Agency Admin- the cultural heritage of Eastern Europe and its gave service and sacrificed much, all while istrator Lisa Jackson. Honored schools em- neighbors through performance, while award- embodying what it is to be a hero. We owe brace and exercise a comprehensive ap- ing scholarships to talented and deserving stu- them more gratitude than can ever be ex- proach to creating ‘‘green’’ environments, dent performers. pressed. which includes taking remedial action to re- The Duquesne University Tamburitzans I welcome these brave veterans to Wash- ducing adverse environmental impacts, pro- have grown from an original group of 12 men ington and to their memorial. I am proud to moting health, and providing high-quality envi- to today’s company of more than three dozen submit the names of these men and women ronmental instruction that prepares students performers. Since 1988, the Tamburitzans for all to see, hear, and recognize, and I call with the skills and sustainability concepts have been under the direction of Mr. Paul on my colleagues to rise and join me in ex- needed to compete and win in the global Stafura, a former member of the Tamburitzans pressing gratitude. economy of the 21st century. during the late 1960s. Each year, the Leonard David Adler; David S. Albert; Don- Green Ribbon Schools promote environ- Tamburitzans travel throughout the United ald John Anderson; Richard J. Andrew; Theo- mental education and learning as well as pro- States to put on an average of 80 concerts. dore Arey; Harold L. Autrey; Asa Melville tect our children’s health. They have also held concerts in numerous Bacon; Rudolf Balek; Stanley C. Bartecki, Jr.; Under the leadership of Principal Laurie Latin American countries, Canada, Bulgaria, Robert L. Barz; Victor J. Biasetti; Otto R. Murrin, Longfellow Elementary School has France, Italy, Poland, Romania, the former Bobysud; Raymond J. Brejcha; Joseph P. successfully gone ‘‘green’’ by reducing energy Czechoslovakia, Soviet Union and Yugoslavia. Brooks; Walter H. Burtan; Joseph S. Buttice; use by 17 percent since 2004, has a 34 per- Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me Jack R. Cerniglia; Ranson Coleman; John M. cent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in recognition of the Duquesne University Conway; James J. Corolis; James M. Cribbs;

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Hoffman; Emmit Ingram, Jr.; for the House Republican majority. It is so Kathy trains and rides her Fox Trot horses. Edward Jage; Richard H. Johnson; George M. flawed that even fellow conservatives are The couple celebrated their 50th wedding an- Kaiser; Frank William Karl; Chester J. Kijak; mocking the bill. The Wall Street Journal edi- niversary with a stay at Downstream Casino, Richard R. Kinneman; Robert F. Kirby; John torial page calls H.R. 9 a ‘‘tax gimmick.’’ one of their favorite things to do. D. Kiser; Joseph Kujawa; Wallace Bruce Former economic advisor to President Reagan I am proud of Wayne and Kathy Fowler and Kurtz; Walter E. Lambert. Bruce Bartlett said H.R. 9 ‘‘will do nothing am honored to call them my neighbors in the James T. Langan; LeRoy Larson; Stanley whatsoever to increase employment. It is noth- 7th Congressional District of Missouri. I want- Marvin Levy; Edward V. Lisowski; Robert R. ing more than an election year give-away to a ed to take this opportunity to commemorate Luke; Charles E. Mahan; Anthony Marino; Wil- favored Republican constituency and should their 50th anniversary. May God bless them bur J. Martin; Virgil E. Mathias, Jr.; William J. not be taken seriously.’’ with many more happy and loving years to- McCaffrey; James A. Moscato, Jr.; James M. H.R. 9 is a signal to the American people gether. that House Republicans are officially out of Mulqueeny; Carl A. Nelson; Joseph A. f Nemanich; David S. Newquist; Franklyn M. ideas for creating jobs. This bill merely recy- Nipper; Daniel N. Obriot; John Oldenburger; cles the Bush Administration’s failed economic ARISAI GURROLA David E. Olson; Joseph V. Pacelli; Robert V. policies that ballooned the national debt and Peck; Betty M. Peterson; Harold Peterson; produced the lowest rate of job creation since HON. ED PERLMUTTER Richard L. Raddatz; Angelo S. Regopoulos; World War Two. The nonpartisan Congres- OF COLORADO sional Budget Office analyzed a range of poli- Robert Joseph Roelle; Marvin Rose; Arnold IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Marshall Rusten; Robert T. Sasman; Jean A. cies that could be enacted to strengthen the Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Scheve; Charles William Schoenherr; Richard economy and promote economic growth: this S. Schofield; Frank A. Schroeder; M. Eldon measure ranked second to last. Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise Schultz; William Springer; Robert A. Thatcher; I urge my Republican colleagues to aban- today to recognize and applaud Arisai Gurrola James H. Thoma; Preston G. Thorpe; Robert don this dead-end legislation and instead, join for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service W. Tobiaski; Fred E. Turek, Jr.; Robert G. with Democrats to support proven job creation Ambassadors for Youth award. Arisai Gurrola Wallace; Allan A. Walters; Donald Lutter measures, including bonus depreciation for is a 12th grader at Jefferson Senior High and Wood; Bill Zamzow; George Zervos; Norman main street businesses. received this award because her determination H. Zumm. f and hard work have allowed her to overcome f RECOGNIZING THE 50TH WEDDING adversities. The dedication demonstrated by Arisai SMALL BUSINESS TAX CUT ACT ANNIVERSARY OF WAYNE AND KATHY FOWLER Gurrola is exemplary of the type of achieve- ment that can be attained with hard work and SPEECH OF perseverance. It is essential students at all HON. BILLY LONG levels strive to make the most of their edu- HON. BETTY McCOLLUM OF MISSOURI cation and develop a work ethic which will OF MINNESOTA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES guide them for the rest of their lives. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 I extend my deepest congratulations to Thursday, April 19, 2012 Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- Arisai Gurrola for winning the Arvada Wheat Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I rise in ognize and honor the 50th wedding anniver- Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. strong opposition to H.R. 9, the so-called sary of Wayne and Kathy Fowler. I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- Small Business Tax Cut Act. This bill is an in- Wayne and Kathy Fowler nee Pierce were cation and character in all her future accom- credible waste of taxpayer money that will do married on March 17, 1962, at Kathy’s par- plishments. nothing to grow America’s economy or create ents’ home in Kissee Mills, Missouri, where f jobs. her father was postmaster and owned a gro- House Republicans admit that H.R. 9 will cery store and gas station. OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL add $46 billion to federal deficits and force our Kathy graduated from Forsyth High School, DEBT country to borrow more money from foreign where she was salutatorian of her class. She countries such as China. They argue deficit- then attended Draughon’s Business College HON. MIKE COFFMAN spending is worthwhile because their bill will and went to work for Charles A. Moon, attor- OF COLORADO create jobs and stimulate economic growth. ney at law. She left the law office to work for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Unfortunately, there is absolutely no evidence Frisco Railroad, later Burlington Northern and to support their claim. The nonpartisan Joint then Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad, Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Committee on Taxation determined the eco- where she retired after 321⁄2 years. She then Mr. COFFMAN of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, nomic impact of this Republican bill is ‘‘so worked for Burrell Behavioral Health for over 6 on January 20, 2009, the day President small as to be incalculable.’’ years before retiring and starting a home tran- Obama took office, the national debt was The country’s wealthiest individuals and cor- scription business. She always had a huge $10,626,877,048,913.08. porations are the true beneficiaries of this leg- love for horses, with her dad buying her first Today, it is $15,628,266,498,708.04. We’ve islation. H.R. 9 will provide over 125,000 mil- Fox Trotting mare for her 12th birthday. The added $5,001,389,449,794.96 to our debt in lionaires with an average tax cut of $58,000. horses have always remained her passion. just over 3 years. This is debt our nation, our According to the nonpartisan Tax Policy Cen- Wayne was originally from Waterloo, Iowa, economy, and our children could have avoided ter, nearly half of the bill’s benefits go to indi- and had moved to Kissee Mills with his family with a balanced budget amendment. viduals with annual income over $1 million in 1961. Wayne was a car enthusiast and f even though this group comprises just 0.5 per- drove stock cars for several years at the Fair- cent of all taxpayers and 4 percent of all grounds Speedway, Bolivar Speedway, Odes- RECOGNIZING CHIEF OF POLICE, small-business employers. The largest tax sa Speedway, and Fort Smith Arkansas. ROBERT ‘‘BOBBY’’ HYATT breaks in this bill go to law partners, corporate When he got out of racing, he took up bass consultants, lobbyists, hedge fund managers, fishing. Wayne is a welder and retired from HON. HENRY CUELLAR and other highly profitable, private enterprises the Paul Mueller Company several years ago. OF TEXAS that do not need extra support from America’s He now has a portable aluminum/stainless IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES taxpayers. welding business and specializes in marine re- The tax benefits in H.R. 9 are so poorly tar- pairs. They have one son, Ken Fowler, and Wednesday, April 25, 2012 geted that reality-show stars Donald Trump, three grandchildren, Chase, Katie and Nick, Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Paris Hilton and Kim Kardashian qualify as who reside in Camdenton, Missouri. recognize the retiring Chief of Police, Robert

VerDate Mar 15 2010 06:12 Apr 26, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.020 E25APPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 25, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E647 ‘‘Bobby’’ Hyatt of the City of La Vernia in tion for America’s service members one photo here to peaceful international protocols that Texas. He has dedicated his career to assist- shoot at a time. From humble beginnings and engender stability and economic prosperity. ing and protecting the south Texas community a simple mission, HeartsApart.org has grown By contrast, South Korea is one of the through his work and efforts. Chief Hyatt re- to become a national organization, with volun- world’s most economically successful coun- tired from the City of La Vernia Police Depart- teer photographers in states from Virginia to tries. Many of us have seen that dramatic sat- ment on November 30, 2011, after 17 years of Nevada and California to Illinois. On April 11, ellite image of the Korean peninsula at night, faithful service, making him the longest sitting HeartsApart.org was one of 20 organizations which shows South Korea lit brightly while Chief in the State of Texas. honored by First Lady Michelle Obama and North Korea is in near total darkness. This Mr. Hyatt grew up in San Antonio, Texas, Dr. Jill Biden as finalists for the Joining Forces image serves as a metaphor for the freedom and graduated from Burbank High School. He Community Challenge, an initiative aimed at and enlightenment that governs South Korea began his law enforcement career at the encouraging citizens to honor, support, and and the enslavement and barbarism in North young age of 21. Mr. Hyatt joined the San An- celebrate our military families. The vision and Korea. Indeed, were it not for its dalliance with tonio Police Department in 1963. Chief Hyatt commitment of the staff of HeartsApart.org is advanced technologies in rockets and nuclear retired from the San Antonio Police Depart- to be commended and applauded. Today, I bombs, North Korea could truly be said to be ment after 31 years of faithful service on Fri- offer my heartfelt thanks to those who give of living in the Dark Ages. day, July 29, 1994, and began work as the their time and talents to serve our brave men My father served in the Korean War. He Chief of Police for the City of La Vernia on and women. May God continue to bless their fought side by side with South Korean soldiers Monday, August 1, 1994. Some of his notable efforts, and may God bless America. who were struggling to save their homeland career accomplishments include escorting f from the onslaught of communism. For 60 many dignitaries while they visited the City of years, the two Koreas have lived under a frag- San Antonio, including Presidents of the BROOKE BALLANTYNE ile armistice that masks a tinderbox threatened United States and the Queen of England. To- by a match held by the Kim family dynasty. wards the end of his career in San Antonio he HON. ED PERLMUTTER I visited South Korea just last year. I saw worked as an applicant processing officer, OF COLORADO economic prosperity and political liberty that conducting background checks on new cadet IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES never could have been imagined when my fa- candidates for the San Antonio Police Depart- ther was there in the 1950’s. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 ment. South Korea is one of the largest trading When he began his tenure in the City of La Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise partners of the United States. The recently-im- Vernia, he was the only police officer in the today to recognize and applaud Brooke plemented U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement City—making him a vital asset in the area for Ballantyne for receiving the Arvada Wheat will open up many more opportunities for their law enforcement. When he retired, he Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. American businesses to engage our Korean had a department consisting of six full-time of- Brooke Ballantyne is an 11th grader at Two partners. ficers, including him and eight reserve officers. Roads High School and received this award In the 29th congressional district of New Chief Hyatt retired from the City of La Vernia because her determination and hard work York, which I am privileged to represent, farm- Police Department on November 30, 2011, have allowed her to overcome adversities. ers, small business owners, and larger firms after 17 years of committed service. Mr. Hyatt The dedication demonstrated by Brooke are already benefiting from the Free Trade has been married to his wife Pat for 54 years. Ballantyne is exemplary of the type of Agreement’s Launch of North Korean Missile The couple has three children and six grand- achievement that can be attained with hard effects. That doesn’t even take into account children. work and perseverance. It is essential stu- the substantial benefits to consumers who are Mr. Speaker, I am honored and privileged to dents at all levels strive to make the most of able to buy high-quality products at lower have the opportunity to recognize the extraor- their education and develop a work ethic prices. dinary commitment to former Chief of Police which will guide them for the rest of their lives. Political stability and the security of the Ko- Robert ‘‘Bobby’’ Hyatt for serving and pro- I extend my deepest congratulations to rean Peninsula are vital to U.S. interests and tecting the communities in Texas. Brooke Ballantyne for winning the Arvada to our allies. Beyond South Korea, nations f Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth such as Japan and the Philippines could be award. I have no doubt she will exhibit the threatened by the existence of North Korean A TRIBUTE TO HEARTSAPART.ORG same dedication and character in all her future nuclear missiles. Further North Korean provo- accomplishments. cations could easily and seriously disrupt the HON. MIKE McINTYRE f trans-Pacific trade relations that have devel- OF NORTH CAROLINA oped over the past six decades. LAUNCH OF NORTH KOREAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES It is the obligation of Congress to speak out MISSILE Wednesday, April 25, 2012 when U.S. security and our economic interests are under threat. Even though North Korea’s Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, it is my great HON. TOM REED ill-considered missile experiment failed last pleasure to rise today to pay tribute to OF NEW YORK week, that does not mean that the next launch HeartsApart.org, a truly outstanding organiza- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES will fail. tion providing a creative and invaluable serv- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Therefore, I urge my colleagues to join me ice to the men and women of our Armed in condemning the Pyongyang regime’s bellig- Forces. As their name implies, Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, the recent launch erent behavior as a threat to regional and HeartsApart.org serves the members of our of a three-stage rocket by North Korea was a global security. military while they are apart from their clear provocation that cannot be ignored. Al- f hearts—their families and loved ones—as they though the launch was a technical failure, it serve our Nation across the seas and around was an aggressive statement that shows the IN REMEMBRANCE OF MRS. IDA the world. HeartsApart.org pairs soon-to-be new regime in North Korea intends to continue COOK-CROWDER deployed men and women with local photog- down the dangerous path of saber rattling to raphers, who donate their time, resources, and intimidate other nations, particularly South HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH skills to give soldiers a precious gift: a portrait Korea. OF OHIO of their children and spouses. These photo- For years now, the United States, South IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES graphs, printed on waterproof and durable bi- Korea, and other countries have been trying to folded cards, which fit securely in a uniform engage the North Korean regime diplomati- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 pocket, serve as reminders of home and en- cally to end its program to develop nuclear Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in couragement for those who serve us so read- weapons and the delivery devices that could remembrance of Mrs. Ida Cook-Crowder, a ily. threaten Northeast Asia and the Western Pa- long-time member of the Greater Cleveland Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to say that cific. community. HeartsApart.org began as a local organization Despite offering many positive incentives in Born on April 8, 1930, in Marshville, North in my own state of North Carolina. For Wil- the form of humanitarian aid, the Stalinist gov- Carolina, Ida was the daughter of Raymond mington, NC photographer Brownie Harris, it ernment of North Korea has persisted in its and Annie Belle Hailey. She moved to Cleve- was a way to show his support and apprecia- belligerence and has stubbornly refused to ad- land, Ohio, after graduating from high school.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:23 Apr 26, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.024 E25APPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E648 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2012 Upon moving to Cleveland, Ida met and mar- The United States promptly recognized a Demonstration Club boasted an active li- ried Army Master Sergeant James Cook. To- Israel, but she was met with open hostility brary program. In addition, it was thanks to gether, the couple has two daughters, Patricia from her Arab neighbors. her efforts that Virginia’s governor provided and Paula. Because of James’ career, the Sixty-four years later, in many respects it funding for construction of the first state library family often traveled to places such as Ger- seems as though very little has changed. building with the assistance of a federal grant. many, France, Japan and Korea. Twelve However, we know that Israel prevailed In recognition of her efforts, Mrs. Jodzies was years after the tragic passing of Mr. Cook, Ida against overwhelming odds in 1948, in 1967 appointed by two successive governors to rep- remarried the Reverend Dr. Roland Crowder and in 1973 and countless other times. Un- resent the Commonwealth at the Annual Con- of Cleveland’s Second Calvary Missionary doubtedly, Israel is an overwhelming success ference of the American Library Association in Baptist Church. in a region plagued by conflict. 1937 and 1938. In addition to her work to pro- Ida was a skilled seamstress who attended In a neighborhood of sworn enemies, Israel mote community libraries, Mrs. Jodzies was the Clark School of Dressmaking and Cuya- is a beacon of hope. It boasts a vibrant econ- active with the Fairfax County Chamber of hoga Community College, from which she omy and a well-educated populace whose val- Commerce, the Business and Professional earned an associate degree in decorating. ues and interests are much the same as ours. Women’s Club, Community Chest, and the She was well known throughout the Greater Israel is the only functioning democracy in the County Advisory Council. She and her hus- Cleveland area for her ability to design drap- Middle East, and I join my colleagues who, on band relocated to Winter Haven, Florida, be- eries. She ran her business under the name of a bipartisan basis, have time and again stood fore she died in 1969 at the age of 82. ‘‘Ida’s Draperies.’’ by her in times of trial. She was an early pioneer for the Fairfax I offer my condolences to her family and Freedom-loving nations have a duty to County Public Library system, which now friends at the Second Calvary Missionary Bap- stand with Israel much like Congress has over boasts eight regional branches and 14 com- tist Church. Ida’s spirit and kindness will be the years. With a growing threat from an in- munity libraries. It is one of the largest and missed by all those who had the pleasure of creasingly hostile Iranian regime, a regime busiest library systems in the nation with more meeting her. that has threatened on more than one occa- than half a million library card holders, more Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me sion to ’wipe Israel off the map,’ let us recom- than 13 million items loaned out each year, in honoring Mrs. Ida Cook-Crowder. mit ourselves to the defense of the state of and more than 4.5 million visits to its online resources. The Fairfax system also hosts f Israel. As we celebrate the 64th anniversary of her founding, the United States must renew its more than 8,000 events annually, attracting BRIAN SOUKUP commitment to preserve and protect Israel and 150,000 attendees, and countless volunteers stand firm as Israel’s closest friend. donated more than 155,000 hours of work to their community branches last year. HON. ED PERLMUTTER f Mr. Speaker, Mrs. Jodzies once wrote that OF COLORADO RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBU- she and other Demonstration Club members IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TIONS OF FLORENCE JODZIES TO would ‘‘march on . . . until every man, woman Wednesday, April 25, 2012 PROMOTE COMMUNITY LIBRAR- and child in Virginia has public access to Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise IES ACROSS VIRGINIA books.’’ Thanks to her tireless efforts, we have today to recognize and applaud Brian Soukup realized that vision, and thanks to the ongoing for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY work of the Vale Club and the Oakton Wom- en’s Club, future generations will continue to Ambassadors for Youth award. Brian Soukup OF VIRGINIA benefit from the legacy of Mrs. Jodzies and is a 12th grader at Arvada Senior High and re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ceived this award because his determination other community leaders who followed in her Wednesday, April 25, 2012 and hard work have allowed him to overcome footsteps. I ask my colleagues to join me in adversities. Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I saluting the tremendous service of these out- The dedication demonstrated by Brian rise to recognize the ongoing work of the Vale standing community volunteers and organiza- Soukup is exemplary of the type of achieve- Club and the Oakton Womens’ Club to pro- tions. ment that can be attained with hard work and mote education and engagement on civic, cul- f tural and social welfare issues in our commu- perseverance. It is essential students at all COMMEMORATING THE 97TH ANNI- nity. I also join them in celebrating the con- levels strive to make the most of their edu- VERSARY OF THE ARMENIAN tributions of Florence Jodzies, a leading voice cation and develop a work ethic which will GENOCIDE guide them for the rest of their lives. in the effort to provide public library services I extend my deepest congratulations to across the Commonwealth of Virginia during Brian Soukup for winning the Arvada Wheat the early 20th century, with the dedication of HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO OF ILLINOIS Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. a highway marker in her honor near the Vale IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I have no doubt he will exhibit the same dedi- community. It is fitting to reflect on that legacy cation and character in all his future accom- today, April 24, 2012, on the 212th anniver- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 plishments. sary of the founding of the Library of Congress Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I stand to f and as we near the end of National School Li- commemorate the Armenian Genocide on the brary Month. 97th anniversary of its occurrence. It is unfor- CELEBRATING ISRAEL’S 64TH Mrs. Jodzies moved in 1934 to the Vale tunate, however, that once again I do so with- ANNIVERSARY community of Fairfax County, where she out an official recognition on behalf of the promptly joined the local Home Demonstration American government. HON. MIKE PENCE Club, which was then an outreach program As I have said in years past, the undeniable OF INDIANA under the cooperative extension. Through her genocidal actions by the Ottoman Empire IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES involvement with the club, she soon launched against its Armenian citizens deserve official an impassioned campaign to stimulate interest recognition from the American government. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 in reading, to provide reading material and to 1.5 million Armenians were killed, the first Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, sixty-four years help communities establish libraries. In a 1938 genocide of the 20th century. As a member of ago the state of Israel declared its independ- article in ‘‘The Southern Planter,’’ Mrs. Jodzies the House Armenian Issues Caucus, I have ence. As Israelis celebrate their Independence wrote that reading of high class literature was cosponsored legislation to affirm the U.S. posi- Day on Thursday of this week, I offer my necessary to humanity’s progress and happi- tion on Armenian Genocide and will continue wholehearted congratulations to our most ness. ‘‘Free libraries are essential instruments to urge my colleagues in Congress and the cherished ally. of education, information, research, culture Obama administration to support this position. For millennia, the state of Israel was merely and recreation—all necessary factors in any As we mourn the lives of those lost, it is im- a dream to the Jewish people. In 1948, under democracy which expects to remain a democ- portant to recognize the resilience and incred- the leadership of Holocaust survivors who had racy,’’ she wrote. ible strides the Armenian people have made in resolved to overcome mid-Twentieth Century The fact that more than half of Virginia’s recovering from that unspeakable past. I stand Europe’s atrocities, the state of Israel declared residents at the time had no access to a li- in solidarity with the Armenian people and independence in its ancient Holy Land and brary was a motivating factor. Within two renew my commitment to pursuing a future of that dream became a reality. years, every county in the Commonwealth with reconciliation and peace.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 06:31 Apr 26, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.027 E25APPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 25, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E649 As a nation we must lead by honoring the from the Anniston Army Depot and the Fed- first Energy and Sustainability Master’s degree memory of those that perished so the Arme- eral Government. concentrations in the nation. nian people and the international community Mr. Kelley was born on February 24, 1957, Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me can move forward toward a brighter tomorrow. in Goodwater, Alabama. In 1971, his family in congratulating all members of the George The U.S. has officially recognized other such moved to Sylacauga, Alabama, where he Mason University community for their success tragic events and 21 other countries have rec- graduated from Sylacauga High School in in creating a responsible and sustainable aca- ognized the Armenian Genocide. I call on my 1975. Later he enlisted in the United States demic community. By infusing sustainability colleagues in Congress and the Obama ad- Army and served three years at Fort Campbell principles into every aspect of higher edu- ministration to join me in recognizing the 97th in Kentucky. cation, George Mason University is training anniversary of the Armenian Genocide and In 1981, Everett began working at the An- the next generation of leaders to put green urge enactment of H. Res. 304. niston Army Depot and on March 2, 2012, re- ideas into practice today. f tired from Federal services with 34 years of f service. While employed with the Anniston BALUCHISTAN HONORING GERALD MICHAEL Army Depot, Everett was Program Specialist PACE, SR. for the High School Co-Op Program and President of the AFGE Local 1945 for nine HON. TED POE HON. H. MORGAN GRIFFITH years. During his career he also held positions OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF VIRGINIA of Shop Steward, Chief Steward and Vice IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES President of AFGE Local 1945. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 During his career, Everett has served as Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Baluchistan Senior Pastor at St. Mary Missionary Baptist is one of four provinces in Pakistan. It is the Mr. GRIFFITH of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I Church for the past 25 years. largest of the four provinces in terms of area submit these remarks in honor of Gerald Mi- Upon his retirement, Rev. Kelley will con- (44 percent of the country’s land area), but the chael Pace, Sr., a devoted public servant to tinue assisting Federal employees as National smallest in terms of population (5 percent of the people of Salem and the Greater Roanoke Vice President of AFGE District 5. the country’s total). Within Baluchistan is the Valley, who passed away suddenly on Mr. Speaker, I offer my congratulations to Baluch people group. They have their own Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Reverend Everett Kelley and thank him for his language, culture, and history. Born and raised in Pulaski, Jerry attended outstanding service to our community and our This distinct group of people, who once held Pulaski High School, and graduated from nation. autonomous status, was deprived of their free- Hampden-Sydney College. A committed stu- f dom without consideration when the British dent himself, Jerry was truly passionate about Empire invaded the area. When the British education. He was instrumental in helping to RECOGNIZING THE SUSTAINABLE took control over the area they divided the Ba- establish the Community College Access Pro- AND GREEN INITIATIVES OF luchistan land into three separate parts, giving gram—a partnership between the Virginia GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY part of the land to Persia in 1896 while retain- Western Community College (VWCC), Salem ing the largest portion for India. The third and Public Schools, and Roanoke City Public HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY final division of the land by the British oc- Schools, which allows high school graduates OF VIRGINIA curred in 1894 that gave part of Baluchistan to to attend VWCC without paying tuition. He IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Afghanistan. was a scholar of the writings of the Apostle Once the British relinquished control and Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Paul and the Dead Sea Scrolls. And, he India and Pakistan separated, the majority of taught Sunday school classes on these topics Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, it Baluchistan was forcefully annexed to Paki- at First United Methodist Church in Salem, is my honor to recognize George Mason Uni- stan in 1948. The Baluch people never had and to civic and other community groups. versity in Fairfax, Virginia, on its recent com- any say—they were never asked if they want- Jerry served on the Salem School Board for mendation by the 2012 version of The Prince- ed to be part of Pakistan. 15 years and one term on the Salem City ton Review Guide to 322 Green Colleges and Since then, the government of Pakistan has Council. He was a very proud, active member to congratulate GMU on its strong and exem- neglected them. Look at almost any indicator of the Board of Trustees of Virginia Intermont plary commitment to sustainability. and the Baluch people are worse off than College in Bristol and of the Board of Directors Over the past several years, George Mason other Pakistanis. Life expectancy, school en- of the Virginia Western Community College has taken a multilateral approach to creating a rollment, and adult literacy are all particularly Foundation. A true go-getter, Jerry even spent climate neutral campus. The university has low amongst the Baluch people. This is ironic time working as an adjunct professor at Vir- compiled annual greenhouse gas inventories when you look at all the large reserves of gas, ginia Western Community College, where he since 2006, designing its first Climate Action oil, gold, copper, silver, platinum, aluminum, taught sales and marketing, industrial safety, Plan in January 2010. In an effort to transition and uranium it has. The Baluch people have algebra, and manufacturing processes. to environmentally sound construction, Mason the resources to take care of themselves, but I am honored to pay tribute to his many has committed all new buildings to seek a the government of Pakistan takes the re- contributions to the community. A husband, fa- LEED Silver designation, with six registered sources and either puts tight constraints on ther, grandfather, businessman, community projects currently seeking certification. Addi- the profit that goes back to the Baluchs or servant, educator, cancer survivor, friend to tionally, all equipment on campus much be gives the profit away to its friends. For exam- me and so many others, and storyteller to all, Energy Star-rated. ple, the government has historically required Jerry will be greatly missed. My thoughts and A central component of the university’s Baluchistan to sell gas at a lower rate than the prayers go out to Jerry’s family and friends. strategy to reduce campus-based greenhouse other provinces. Baluchistan receives a mere His legacy and influence will be long remem- gas emissions has been the development of $0.29 per thousand cubic feet for its gas, bered across the Roanoke Valley and through- the scope, appeal, and accessibility of public while nearby Sindh gets $1.65 and Punjab re- out Southwest Virginia. and alternative transportation to accommodate ceives $2.35. Pakistan gave the exploration f the ever-increasing student population. rights to the Saindak copper mine to the Chi- Mason students also have played an impor- nese, so the Chinese will get most of the profit IN RECOGNITION OF THE RETIRE- tant role in developing the sustainability and and the Pakistan profit the rest. MENT OF REV. EVERETT environmental responsibility of the University. It is not just neglect of the Baluch people KELLEY Student organizations like the Environmental but also outright persecution. Since 2005, Awareness Group, the Patriot Green Fund, Pakistani human rights organizations have re- HON. MIKE ROGERS and the student-run organic vegetable garden corded numerous serious human rights viola- OF ALABAMA facilitate opportunities for discussions, student tions by security forces, including extrajudicial IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES research, and exposure of University initiatives executions, torture, enforced disappearances, to the local community. Students also can forced displacement, and excessive use of Wednesday, April 25, 2012 focus their academic careers through the Envi- force. According to the Geneva-based Internal Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I ronmental Science, Environmental and Sus- Displacement Monitoring Center, violence in rise today to honor a personal friend of mine, tainability Studies majors, the Sustainability 2005 around Dera Bugti district alone dis- Reverend Everett Kelley, upon his retirement and Renewable Energy minors, or one of the placed around 6,000 people and killed scores.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 06:31 Apr 26, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.028 E25APPT1 jbell on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E650 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2012 Over 2009 and 2010, Human Rights Watch Without the selfless contributions our mili- allows our young parents to have a better life detailed 45 cases of alleged forced disappear- tary and their families have made throughout and in turn offer a better life to their children. ances. history, our great nation would not have the Dr. Wylie’s vision for providing single par- Pakistan decided to respond to complaints freedom that it does today. Military children ents the services they need and deserve did over how they rule with brutal force. Instead, are a special part of that aspect of our history, not begin and end with the ‘‘Keys to Degrees’’ they should give the Baluch people a voice in as they are the young, brave, and often unno- program, but it continues with a variety of edu- how they will be governed. They should not ticed heroes who have stood strong alongside cational services including internships and only listen to their complaints, but answer their parents who have risked their lives and mentoring programs as well as weekend re- them with positive steps. Should the govern- fought for our country and way of life. I thank treats on campus for both the students and ment of Pakistan continue to not only neglect every one of them for what they do, and I their children. His stewardship in intergenera- but persecute the Baluch people, it is hard to would like to ask every Member of Congress tional education has recently earned him the argue with Baluchs who demand self-deter- to join me in offering support throughout this distinct honor of being named a fellow at the mination. In the end, a government is only le- Month of the Military Child. Aspen Institute. gitimate as long as it has the support of its f On May 5, Endicott College will be formally people. The government of Pakistan is dan- celebrating Dr. Wylie’s remarkable 25 years as gerously close to that line. HONORING DICK WYLIE president. I look forward to being with him and Apparently, the Baluch people have been his colleagues that night. In the meantime, I reading Thomas Jefferson’s comments when HON. JOHN F. TIERNEY wanted to take this opportunity to recognize he said in the Declaration in the Independ- OF MASSACHUSETTS and congratulate Dr. Wylie as well as thank ence, ‘‘We hold these truths to be self-evident, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES him for his efforts to educate and provide op- that all men are created equal, that they are Wednesday, April 25, 2012 portunities for students of all ages. endowed by their Creator with certain f unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Mr. TIERNEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. That to recognize and honor Dick Wylie for his 25 IN RECOGNITION OF EARTHFEST secure these rights, Governments are insti- years of service as President of Endicott Col- 2012 tuted among Men, deriving their just powers lege in Beverly, Massachusetts. from the consent of the governed, That when- Receiving a bachelor’s degree from Plym- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH ever any Form of Government becomes de- outh State College and a master’s and doc- OF OHIO torate from Boston University, Dr. Wylie has structive of these ends, it is the Right of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute led by example as a professor and adminis- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 new Government.’’ History recorded what hap- trator at several notable institutions, including pened to the British when they forgot these the University of Connecticut, Temple Univer- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in truths. And that’s just the way it is. sity, the University of Colorado, and Lesley honor and recognition of the Earth Day Coali- University. f tion of Cleveland, as they celebrate EarthFest Thanks in part to Dr. Wylie’s leadership and 2012 on April 22, 2012—a date that also com- APRIL IS MONTH OF THE dedication to higher education, Endicott Col- memorates the 23rd annual celebration of MILITARY CHILD lege grew from a small, two-year women’s col- EarthFest in Cleveland, Ohio. lege into the esteemed four-year coeduca- Cleveland’s Earth Day Coalition was formed HON. STEVE STIVERS tional institution it is today. Specifically, when in 1990 to celebrate the twentieth anniversary OF OHIO Dr. Wylie arrived in spring of 1987, Endicott of Earth Day in Ohio. EarthFest is now Ohio’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES College had an enrollment of fewer than 600 largest environmental educational event and students. Its campus consisted of 28 buildings the longest running Earth Day celebration in Wednesday, April 25, 2012 on 140 acres; the College’s operating budget the nation. I stand in recognition of the staff Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to was $7.7 million; and its endowment was $3.9 and volunteers of the Earth Day Coalition for recognize April as the ‘‘Month of the Military million dollars. Today—25 years later—almost all their effort and dedication in creating such Child.’’ 5,000 students are enrolled at Endicott Col- an innovative, exciting and educational event In 1986, Secretary of Defense Caspar Wein- lege, which now has 51 buildings on 235– for the Greater Cleveland community to enjoy. berger established April as the Month of the acres of land. The College’s operating budget This year, EarthFest’s theme is ‘‘Year of Local Military Child. Since then, the communities is now over $85 million, and its endowment is and Sustainable Food.’’ Over 175 environ- that surround our military families have had more than ten times what it was in 1987. mental exhibits are expected from environ- the month of April as a time to focus on recog- In 1996, Dr. Wylie helped found the Van mental and community organizations, govern- nizing the important roles that military children Loan School of Graduate and Professional ment entities and businesses. EarthFest is just play. Studies, which currently offers Master of Busi- one of Earth Day Coalition’s many nationally- There is no doubt that we owe a great debt ness Administration, Master of Science in recognized programs and promises once and gratitude to our military for the unparal- Technology and Nursing (M.S.), Master of again to be a significant aspect of the world leled freedom and opportunity we enjoy in this Arts, Master of Fine Arts, and Master of Edu- celebration of Earth Day. country. But, we need to pause and remember cation degrees as well as accelerated bach- Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me that this is also made possible through the elor’s degrees for adult learners. In December in honor and recognition of the staff, volun- dedication and sacrifices made by their fami- 2011, the College received approval to offer teers, and members of the Earth Day Coalition lies and children as well. While I understand it its first doctoral program, a Doctor of Edu- as we celebrate EarthFest 2012 on April 22, is important to show our support for the mili- cation in Educational Leadership, which is re- 2012 at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and tary and their loved ones every day of the portedly the first approved doctoral program The RainForest. EarthFest 2012 promises to year, I welcome the emphasis placed on the on the North Shore of Massachusetts. educate, inspire and motivate all of us to join children of service members in the month of Throughout his tenure at Endicott College, together as a community and work toward a April. Dr. Wylie has never lost sight of the school’s more healthy Earth for future generations. As a way to offer my continued support and philanthropic duty to give back to its commu- f gratitude, I recently introduced H.R. 4341, nity. Mr. Speaker, it is worth noting that, just TRICARE for Kids, which would help the De- this past year, Endicott College’s study body HONORING DR. ROBERT AGRELLA partment of Defense and its TRICARE pro- put in 15,000 hours of community service, an gram develop and encourage health care achievement which earned them recognition HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY practices and policies that are designed to ad- from the White House. OF CALIFORNIA dress the specific health care needs of military Dr. Wylie also established Endicott Colleges IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES children and families. The Department of De- ‘‘Keys to Degrees’’ program. This forward- fense estimates there are approximately 1.9 thinking program seeks to provide young, sin- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 million military children, and I believe we all gle parents the opportunity to receive a col- Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today need to work to ensure they have access to lege education. Providing an environment that with my colleague, Rep. MIKE THOMPSON, to the resources and support that best meets supports not only their needs but their chil- honor the career of Dr. Robert Agrella, who their needs—including health care. dren’s as well, the Keys to Degrees program formally retires from his position as president

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CHC would also en- national leader in community college edu- medics for their selfless devotion to their com- gage Members of Congress with the constitu- cation. His management and foresight have munities. ents participating in SMG. The top five teams benefitted us all by bringing higher learning On Wednesday, April 27, 2011, the State of will travel to Washington D.C. to meet with closer to the people of the North Bay. Alabama experienced the worst tornado out- their Congressman or Congresswoman. Again, Serving over 36,000 students each semes- break since 1974 and possibly the deadliest CHC is an investment in our students’ finan- ter, and drawing on the expertise of some the State has ever seen. The small Northwest cial literacy for their future. 3500 faculty and staff, Santa Rosa Junior Col- Alabama towns of Hackleburg and Phil Camp- Battlefield High School will participate under lege is amongst the oldest and most widely bell were completely devastated by the the guidance of Michele Adkins and is among recognized two-year colleges in California. It is storms. The storms left a path of destruction the more than 3,000 teams participating in the also a large and growing institution, with two through the towns at least half a mile wide, Ninth Annual Stock Market Game ‘‘Capitol Hill main campuses and a number of career-spe- destroying numerous houses and businesses Challenge.’’ cific facilities dedicated to public safety, agri- as well as both high schools, the fire and po- Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join culture, technology, culinary arts, and more. lice stations in Hackleburg and severely dam- me in recognizing Battlefield High School on It is a proud part of Dr. Agrella’s legacy that aging the city hall in Phil Campbell. Worst of the occasion of its participation in the Stock many of the SRJC facilities have been built, all, the tornadoes took the lives of 18 people Market Game’s ‘‘Capitol Hill Challenge’’ and in expanded, or refurbished during his tenure. In in the Hackleburg area and 27 people in Phil congratulating the students, educators, admin- the 1990s, classes first began at the Petaluma Campbell. campus, and SRJC moved into several new istrators, and parents on working together as During the difficult hours and days imme- a team for the benefit of all. buildings in Santa Rosa. In the past decade, diately following the tornadoes of April 27, f during a time of increasing budgetary difficulty, 2011, the first responders of Hackleburg, Phil the new Frank P. Doyle Library, a new student Campbell, Marion County and Franklin County A TRIBUTE TO DREW MINARD services center, and vast new improvements acted with the utmost professionalism and at the Petaluma Campus and elsewhere have bravery when called to duty. Despite the car- HON. TOM LATHAM all been completed or undertaken. These are nage, they performed their duties with valor OF IOWA the products of Dr. Agrella’s tireless work to and perseverance. Many of them were work- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES unite SRJC staff and a Sonoma County com- ing to assist others while not knowing whether munity committed to the funding and planning their own families were safe. During the first Wednesday, April 25, 2012 necessary for continued growth. SRJC has frantic hours—and even days—of the search Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to also become a model for environmental con- and rescue effort, sleep was not an option. recognize West Des Moines Crossroads Park sciousness, supporting green construction and They had a mission to do: to coordinate emer- Elementary student Drew Minard, for his brave a thoughtful, collaborative approach to devel- gency work and retain order even while the efforts to combat bullying in his school, state, opment. debris-littered streets were the same route As the North Bay has grown and diversified, and country. used to carry out the wounded and deceased so too has the training and education SRJC Bullying is a problem for millions of school offers to meet the needs of our community. and to welcome in relief workers from neigh- children every day in every corner of America. While opening new facilities in agriculture and boring communities. But through it all, they As adults we are well aware of the damage public safety—areas of historic strength in never lost sight of the people they had sworn and pain that bullying causes, but it is the chil- Sonoma County—Dr. Agrella has also over- to serve and the spirit that has held their com- dren of our country that live through this grim seen an expansion into new areas that will munities together. reality every day. Eleven-year-old Drew strengthen our economic base and serve the On behalf of the citizens of the Fourth Con- Minard understands the state of bullying first- needs of a modern workforce. High tech- gressional District of Alabama, I commend the hand and is using his talents, perspective and nology, green energy and green building, tour- brave men and women of the volunteer fire his big heart to motivate students across Iowa ism and hospitality, and performing arts offer- departments, law enforcement agencies and to change this reality, rather than accept it. ings have all been upgraded. At the same paramedics for their courage, selflessness and The 2012 documentary ‘‘Bully’’ is being time, scholarships have been greatly ex- commitment to their communities. They, along viewed by millions as a heartbreaking look into panded to serve a diverse and inclusive Col- with the resilient folks they serve, have begun our nation’s bullying problem, but to Drew the lege community. to pick up the pieces of their shattered towns. film was his call to action. Drew knows that Dr. Agrella’s role in realizing these changes I have every confidence that the Towns of the solution to bullying does not lie with a se- has been widely recognized in Sonoma Coun- Hackleburg and Phil Campbell will fully rebuild lect few, but instead lies with each and every ty. He has been named Santa Rosa Citizen of and be better than ever. one of us. When it comes to bullying, as Drew the Year, and he is the recipient of the Spirit f says, ‘‘There is no such thing as an innocent of Sonoma County Award. In appreciation of TO RECOGNIZE BATTLEFIELD bystander.’’ his longstanding service to SRJC and Sonoma HIGH SCHOOL’S PARTICIPATION To get his fellow students actively involved County, Dr. Agrella has also been named the IN THE STOCK MARKET GAME’S in combating bullying, Drew launched a stu- College’s first president emeritus. ‘‘CAPITOL HILL CHALLENGE’’ dent-led bully prevention initiative called ABC, Mr. Speaker, we ask you to join us in thank- or Anti-Bullying Club, for sixth-graders at ing Dr. Agrella for his contributions to Santa Crossroads Park. ABC currently boasts rough- Rosa Junior College, and in wishing him all HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY ly 30 members that gather to write and per- OF VIRGINIA the best in his retirement. Dr. Agrella leaves form anti-bullying lessons that are presented IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SRJC with a remarkable legacy of service, at school assemblies. ABC also creates and and with a firm footing for a strong, progres- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 places posters around the school to encour- sive future. Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I age students to speak out against bullying and f rise today to recognize Battlefield High report acts of bullying to an authority figure im- HONORING THE BRAVE FIRST RE- School’s Participation in the Stock Market mediately when witnessed. The members of SPONDERS OF HACKLEBURG AND Game ‘‘Capitol Hill Challenge.’’ ABC are also readying a ‘‘Declaration of Non- PHIL CAMPBELL The Stock Market Game (SMG) program is Bullying’’ that they hope every student will sign an extension of SIFMA and the SIFMA Foun- to affirm their commitment to putting a stop to dation for Investor Education and has provided bullying in their school. Drew readily acknowl- HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT financial literacy, including personal financial edges that bullying is not just specific to OF ALABAMA skills and global economic education, to 13 Crossroads Park, and he plans to expand IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES million students and hundreds of thousands of ABC to other elementary schools in his area Wednesday, April 25, 2012 teachers. Through this program, students fur- and beyond. Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. Speaker, I would like ther their performance and understanding of Mr. Speaker, the actions Drew has shown to to recognize the courage and dedication of the such financial and economic topics. a cause greater than himself speaks volumes

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SAM FARR Dupree, Austin Fennell, Samantha Hill, Cristal all of my colleagues in the United States Con- OF CALIFORNIA Raya, and Trebor Walker flew on an Air Force gress in congratulating Drew, thanking his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mission with a KC–135 Tanker crew from the supportive family, and thanking all the mem- 77th Air Refueling Squadron to refuel a C–17 bers of ABC, and the staff of Crossroads Park Wednesday, April 25, 2012 in flight. Elementary, for their life-changing efforts now Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer And most recently, Unit NC–935 placed first and in the future. tribute to The Gabriel Zimmerman Scholarship overall at the annual Capital City Invitational Fund at University of California, Santa Cruz Drill Meet in Raleigh, North Carolina. The f and the recipient of the inaugural award, Regulation Armed Flight placed third, com- Yethzell Diaz, a senior majoring in Latin Amer- manded by Cadet John Setera. The Regula- TRIBUTE TO MARY SKEENS ON ican and Latino studies and sociology. tion Flight placed third, commanded by Cadet HER INDUCTION INTO THE WEST Gabriel Zimmerman graduated from UC Lance Burnett. The First Year Cadet (AS–1) VIRGINIA AFFORDABLE HOUSING Santa Cruz in 2002 with a degree in soci- Element placed third, commanded by Cadet HALL OF FAME ology. He served as community outreach di- Eric Wall. The Regulation Color Guard placed rector for Representative Gabrielle Giffords. third, commanded by Cadet Raya. The Relay HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO Tragically, he was one of six people fatally Team placed third. The AS–1 Flight placed wounded in the Tucson, Arizona shooting ram- second, commanded by Cadet Davis. The In- OF WEST VIRGINIA page that also critically injured Representative novative Element Armed placed second, com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Giffords. He was the first congressional staffer manded by Cadet Trebor Walker. The Innova- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 to give his life in the line of duty. Gabe was tive Duo placed second, performed by Cadets a passionate public servant, committed to non- Walker and Burnett. The Regulation Element Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to violent solutions and consensus and was moti- Male placed first, commanded by Cadet recognize the accomplishments of Mary vated to help people. Fennell. Cadet Burnett placed first in the Best Skeens, as she is inducted into the West Vir- Moved by his death, UCSC alumni Jonathan Individual Drill with Rifle competition. Cadet ginia Affordable Housing Hall of Fame. Mary Klein and Alex Clemens established a scholar- Fennell placed first in the Best Individual Drill was raised in southeastern Kentucky, but has ship fund in his honor and offered an initial competition. Cadet Fennell also received an chosen West Virginia as her home to carry out gift. The scholarship is designed to support award for most sit ups performed in two min- her life’s work in affordable housing. students commited to public service. utes. Mary is currently the Executive Director of On Friday, April 27th Gabe’s mother Emily I would also like to congratulate Lt. Col. Community Works in West Virginia, a state- Nottingham will present the first scholarship John Coulter, CMSgt John Wedding, Com- wide housing network with a membership of award to Yethzell Diaz. Yethzell has already mander Luis Lewis Pimentel, and all the ca- 27 nonprofit housing providers serving the demonstrated her commitment to public serv- dets at Southern Nash High School, on the State’s moderate to low-income home buyers. ice and social issues. After high school, she accomplishments of this impressive unit. The Since becoming its Executive Director, Mary lived in Paraguay for seven months doing 2nd district of North Carolina thrives on strong has expanded the organization’s lending ca- human rights work with Amnesty International. leaders like these, and I am proud to rep- pacity by becoming a qualified Seller/Servicer At UCSC she has worked with other students resent these fine young men and women. of loans to Neighborhood Housing Services of to create and implement a program in f America. In addition, Mary has created a Watsonville schools to increase computer lit- KEYNOTE SPEECH FOR THE AFRI- Campaign for Excellence, a leadership pro- eracy among Spanish-speaking parents. She CA AND INTERNATIONAL LAW gram designed to empower nonprofit housing has also worked to start ‘‘Strive for College’’, CONFERENCE managers; and developed an Affordable Hous- a program the will help prepare students from ing Internship Program in partnership with underserved and disadvantaged communities West Virginia University, Marshall University to successfully transition from high school to HON. STEVE COHEN and West Virginia Wesleyan University. As a college. OF TENNESSEE matter of fact, I currently employ one of the Mr. Speaker, this scholarship not only hon- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES first interns in this valuable program. ors the efforts to which Gabe Zimmerman de- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 voted his life, it also will support the work of Prior to joining Community Works, Mary Mr. COHEN. Mr. Speaker, I submit the fol- Yethzell Diaz and future students who are in- worked for the Federation of Appalachian lowing remarks given by Willy Mutunga, Chief volved in helping average citizens improve Housing Enterprises, known as FAHE, and Justice and President Supreme Court of their quality of life. held various positions at the West Virginia Kenya on April 13, 2012. f Housing Development Fund with the HOME Fellow Africans and our Friends: I thank Program and in the Commercial Business and CONGRATULATING THE USAF JUN- the Albany Law School and Professor James Development Department. IOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAIN- Gathii for inviting me to this conference. I Mary has remained active in many state and ING CORPS UNIT AT SOUTHERN am delighted to be among so many practi- tioners and scholars of international law local organizations that serve affordable hous- NASH HIGH SCHOOL ing solutions such as the West Virginia Inter- who share a commitment to Africa. There is a very special reason for me to be delivering agency Housing Council, NeighborWorks this address today. April 13th was the late America Rural Initiative Advisory Committee, HON. RENEE L. ELLMERS OF NORTH CAROLINA President—Mwalimu-Julius Nyerere’s birth- Board Member of Rea of Hope Fellowship day. He would have been 88 today. Nyerere Home for Women and as Board Member and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was a special and inspirational leader—he past-Chair of the West Virginia Affordable Wednesday, April 25, 2012 believed in the solidarity of the African peo- ple as well as in human dignity. Housing Trust Fund. Mrs. ELLMERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Speaker, the purpose of the West Vir- Nyerere was interested in both constitu- recognize the United States Air Force Junior tional law and international law. There is a ginia Affordable Housing Hall of Fame is to Reserve Officer Training Corps Unit at South- picture of him as a student at Edinburgh recognize and honor men and women who ern Nash High School in Bailey, North Caro- holding a copy of Dicey’s Law of the Con- have made significant and lasting contributions lina. stitution. His interest was both scholarly to affordable housing in West Virginia. Mary Since 2006, Unit NC–935 has been selected and practical. It fell to him to develop a con- Skeens is truly a leader in affordable housing by Headquarters, United States Air Force Air stitution suitable for his country—where his and community investment, and deserving of University as a Distinguished Unit, ranking in commitment to a one party state, although this honor. intended to increase democracy, must have the top 25 percent of units worldwide. come sorely in conflict with the Diceyan I thank Mary for her years of service to the For the 2010–2011 School-Years, Unit NC– preference for the rule of law. As far as inter- improvement of housing for all West Vir- 935 was selected by Headquarters, United national law goes, he was greatly concerned ginians. West Virginia is fortunate to call Mary States Air Force Air University as a Distin- to promote African unity, redefine the rela- one of its own. guished Unit with Merit, the highest honor be- tionship between Africa (indeed the whole of

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And they fair and unequal obligations. racy and participation of the people; are found firstly in a process of subjecting I also felt honored as I read the biographies Human dignity, equity, social justice, in- all serving judges and magistrates to an ex- of the other participants in this conference: clusiveness, equality, human rights, non- amination of their suitability to remain in they read like a ‘‘Who’s Who?’’ of inter- discrimination and protection of the office. This process is under way, in the national law and Africa. One only has to marginalized; hands of an independent body, a process with look at the conference program to see the Good governance, integrity, transparency which I have nothing to do, and on which it broad depth of international law work relat- and accountability; and is of course improper for me to comment. ing to Africa. The papers submitted are im- Sustainable development. Secondly, the appointment system was re- pressive. I am looking forward to the delib- I had argued before its promulgation that vamped. Now judges are interviewed and erations here and the opportunity to get to our constitution should establish a human nominated by a Judicial Service Commission know you and to talk about our common rights state and society whose vision is rad- truly independent of government. The Presi- commitments and concern about Africa. My ical social democracy. It is my view that this dent is to have no discretion but must act on challenge to you always is to continue mak- has now happened. It is, therefore, not sur- the Commission’s recommendation. The ing transformative contributions in your prising that there is considerable internal Chief Justice and Deputy must be approved work on Africa and international law. This and external resistance to the constitution by Parliament. I was myself interviewed by will at times require those of you who are from people who have a vested interest in the parliamentary committee, on live tele- based outside Africa to return home and help bad old habits—tribalism, nepotism and cor- vision, and questioned about, among other contribute to the growing use and practice of ruption. This increases the responsibility of things, my finances, my attitudes to certain international law in Africa. the judiciary to ensure the enforcement of sensitive issues, my sexuality and my My focus this morning is the new Constitu- the constitution, as indeed is envisaged in earring! tion of Kenya and the role of the judiciary Art. 20(3), which requires that a court devel- The judiciary has embarked upon many or- within it. First I want to tell you about that ops the law where the Bill of Rights fails to ganizational changes intended to realize the constitution and the vision that it espouses. give effect to a right or fundamental free- Constitution’s vision. These include the re- We are now engaged in the challenging but dom. cruitment of judges and magistrates and pro- The extent of my personal pride, sense of difficult task of implementation in which a fessional administrative staff. Recently we responsibility, and hope, as head of the judi- key role has been assigned to the judiciary. appointed 26 judges to the High Court (that ciary, can perhaps be judged from the fact The judiciary has already made a good start is the court of first instance of unlimited ju- that I once wrote a book about efforts for a on a progressive, indeed in some respects, risdiction)—half of them women. The Court new Constitution, in the 1990s, in which I radical jurisprudence—and now enjoys great of Appeal now has 7 more judges, 5 of them said ‘‘The process of making the new con- public support. women. We will recruit 160 Magistrates be- The Constitution is one of the most pro- stitution, the credibility of the final docu- fore the end of May, 2012. We have delinked gressive in the world. It was overwhelmingly ment and whether the people would be con- judicial functions from administrative func- approved in a referendum as a result of the vinced that they own the new constitution tions, boldly set out to stamp out corruption most consultative and participatory proc- are all issues at the root of the problem of in the judiciary while speeding up reforms in esses of Constitution making anywhere in constitution making. It is a fact that the ju- computerization and other electronic justice the world. The long period before the Con- diciary has not fully implemented the Bill of measures. We have achieved some significant stitution was upheld in the referendum was Rights to protect the rights of the people progress in reducing the backlog of cases and characterized not only by delays and dead- against encroachment by the executive and changing backward judicial culture. The 12 lock, but by a series of governance chal- state apparatuses. The overhauling of the ju- clusters that reflect these reforms, including lenges familiar in many countries of Africa: diciary and judicial system is also at the the creation of progressive, indigenous and An absence of a political culture of obedi- root of these issues.’’ patriotic jurisprudence that I touch on later I still believe in the key importance of the ence to and respect for rules, and a cavalier are contained in a write-up named the Judi- judiciary. And the Constitution does give it treatment, even of constitutional texts; cial Transformation Framework that I will Failed systems including the electoral sys- a central role. Article 259 requires that the launch in May, 2012. tem; Constitution be interpreted in a way that The constitution also provides for the de- Failed institutions including a corrupt ju- promotes its purposes, values and principles, centralization and democratization of the ju- diciary and police force; an obligation placed specifically upon courts diciary. Unlike previous years when the old A population tortured and inhibited from and tribunals by Article 159(2)(e). And it pro- constitution made the Chief Justice a judi- fulfilling its full potential; vides a practical basis for this central role of cial autocrat and monarch, under the new Exclusion of women and many groups from the courts by its provisions designed to constitution I do not control everything full participation in society; make them truly accessible, including from the top. I have already set up a man- Gross manipulation of ethnic, racial, re- through the institutionalization of public in- agement and leadership committee that is gional, religious, generational, clan, class, terest litigation. It destroys old concepts of representative and participatory. and occupational divisions by politicians for standing by providing that anyone may Organization is of course important, even their personal ends; bring an action to protect rights or enforce essential, to make the courts accessible, to Extreme inequality, great poverty and fail- the constitution, even if they have no inter- end the interminable delays, the strain on ure of even development; est other than that of concerned citizen. It the pockets and the patience, and to end im- An institutional culture of timidity, even prohibits the charging of court fees for ac- punity and, as far as the courts can, injus- where no threats existed; tions to enforce the Bill of Rights. It en- tice. But I want briefly to emphasize some- A society and politics characterized by vio- dorses the practice that the Indian Courts thing else. lence, fragility and instability; and call ‘‘epistolary jurisdiction’’—the possi- I preside over the Supreme Court. As I un- An international community that excelled bility of actions being commenced by infor- derstand the reasoning of the Constitution in perfidy and double standards and that mal documentation. And while requiring the makers when creating this new court, apart could not be relied upon to consistently sup- rules of natural justice to be observed, it de- from the desire to reintroduce the possibility port progressive constitutional reforms. nies the possibility of ‘‘unnatural justice’’ in of a second appeal, was similar to that that The result of the above has been a massive the form of procedural technicalities stand- motivated the drafters of the South African culture and practice of impunity and the ing in the way of justice. Much of this comes Constitution when they created the Con- marginalization of the constitution. The ultimately from the jurisprudence of the Su- stitutional Court: to have at the apex of the Constitution, which was, as my old teacher, preme Court of India, some by way of the system a court that would be respected, was and one of the leading constitutional schol- South African Constitution. committed to the Constitution and could set ars in Africa and the world, Yash Ghai is The judiciary was one of the most criti- a new standard, and a new tone. In my view, fond of saying, ‘‘forced upon the rulers by cized of the institutions of the old order. The one of the most important tasks that court the ruled.’’ Here Yash’s reference to rulers legacy of the one party state was still dis- will perform will be as a source of a new, means both internal and external rulers—for cernible in judicial pandering to executive highly competent and indigenous jurispru- Ghai, the Constitution has to be written to wishes. And I do not mean merely the sort of dence. address these ills. deference to the legislature that lawyers I link this last adjective to the Constitu- The 2010 Constitution of Kenya seeks to in- may legitimately argue about, but judges tion’s value of patriotism. Patriotism (when corporate such rules in a number of ways. who would adjourn matters before them to not being abused as the ‘‘last refuge of the For example, it constantly emphasizes the take instructions from State House. The ju- scoundrel’’ in Samuel Johnson’s words) re- sovereignty of the people, and is full of peo- diciary was one aspect of the machinery of quires putting love of country above love of ple oriented values. So Article 10 enumerates impunity. Simple financial corruption was self. For a judge it does not mean putting the national values and principles of govern- also rife. And, if you are auctioning your country above justice. I conceive that it re- ance that bind all state organs as well as ev- judgment to the highest bidder, it is prob- quires the judge to develop the law, for, as

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All these questions clearly iden- mitment to the Constitution and to the being identified by the Justices as well as tify where the scholarship of people like achievement of its values and vision. people as ‘‘the last resort of the oppressed yourselves, will be much appreciated by both But don’t get me wrong: by ‘‘patriotic and and bewildered.’’ bar and bench. indigenous’’ I do not mean insular and in- I would hope that the Supreme Court of I should also like to quote another Ban- ward looking. The values of the Kenyan Con- my country will be the Supreme Court for galore Principle, relevant to my theme of in- stitution are anything but that. We need to Kenyans where the oppressed and bewildered digenous jurisprudence: learn from other countries. And we need to will find justice. While it is desirable for the norms con- learn from scholars like this assembled com- But it is not enough for the Supreme Court tained in the international human rights in- pany. We intend to build up a network of in- to shine in jurisprudential terms. Most cases struments to be still more widely recognized terested and highly qualified academics who will never get beyond the High Court. The and applied by national courts, this process share our vision. I hope that some of you corollary of the decision to create a new, must take fully into account local laws, tra- here will form part of that network. My con- final, court of general, not specifically con- ditions, circumstances and needs. cern, when I emphasize ‘‘indigenous’’ is sim- stitutional jurisdiction, was the desire that How can we achieve this marriage con- ply that we should grow our jurisprudence courts at all levels could confront constitu- sistent with international law obligations? out of our own needs, without unthinking tional issues and deal with them in a way Let me also emphasize that Kenya does not deference to that of other jurisdictions and that fulfills the constitutional dream. We are intend to be a ‘‘user’’ of international law, courts, however, distinguished. The Kenyan hoping to raise standards of judging and but a producer, shaper and developer of it as judiciary has, therefore, a great opportunity standards of advocacy, including through the well. This is the link to the Nyerere Doctrine to develop a robust, indigenous, patriotic work of the Judicial Training Institute, and where I began. Nyerere refused to accede to and progressive jurisprudence that will give by adopting frequent use of written briefs, existing international rules on treaty succes- the country direction in its democratic de- rather than just skeleton oral arguments. sion and came up with his own innovation. velopment. This transformative mission is a The development of a new jurisprudence Kenyan judiciary will not just import all duty to all judicial officers. They have all must be a collaborative effort between international legal rules including those undertaken a constitutional obligation to judges at all levels, and practicing and aca- which are disempowering to the South as a undertake it and I have challenged them to demic lawyers. political and economic category. Instead, as make a personal obligation to help accom- The internet is making access to prece- I pointed above in our strategy to create an plish it. dents much easier, and there is an improve- indigenous, patriotic and progressive juris- Former Justice Krishna Iyer of the Indian ment in the law reporting situation. There is prudence, the Kenyan judiciary will use our Supreme Court expressed the same ambition, even some sign of a resurgence of interest in new constitution to begin a dialogue with in his inimitable style: writing about Kenyan law. Do add your bit! international legal communities to nudge Jurisprudence must match jurisdiction and If I may turn now to the focus of concern jurisdiction must broaden to meet the chal- the jurisprudence of social justice in a pro- of most of you: international law. The Con- gressive direction. In particular, we have a lenges of the masses hungry for justice after stitution took a bold step and provides that a long night of feudal-colonial injustice. . . . chance to develop jurisprudence on economic ‘‘The general rules of international law shall and social rights in ways that are unique to The rule of law must run close to the rule of form part of the law of Kenya’’ and ‘‘Any life and the court, to be authentic, must use our social and economic development. We in- treaty of convention ratified by Kenya shall tend, therefore, to be able to export progres- native jural genius, people-oriented legal form part of the law of Kenya under this theory and radical remedial methodology re- sive jurisprudence to the rest of the world. Constitution’’. Thus Kenya has become a Finally, let me not give the impression gardless of Oxbridge orthodoxy, elitist petu- monist state rather than a dualist one! lance and feudal hubris. that I am negative about the work of my ju- The implications of this will have to be dicial colleagues. There are many competent Far from being inward looking, it would be worked out over time, as cases come before my hope that we could learn from, and even and committed members of the bench. Even the courts. I would not have you imagine emulate, distinguished courts in other coun- under the former constitution with its inad- that Kenyan judges have ignored inter- tries, including, for example, the Supreme equate Bill of Rights (more limitations than national law. I know firsthand from Kenya’s Court of India and the South African Con- rights!) creative judges were doing their supercharged civil society that constantly stitutional Court. The Kenyan courts do not best. And now many of them, new and longer makes claims of international law to hold need to be as bold as the Indian apex court: established, are responding with enthusiasm the government accountable, exemplifies the many of its procedural innovations in public to the challenges and opportunities of the growing importance of international law in interest litigation are already enshrined in new Constitution. I cannot really comment our courts. The courts have often applied the our constitution. And I would argue that the on individual cases—none has come before us familiar common law approach, and indeed types of jurisprudence that that court has yet, and some will undoubtedly do so. But I been so creative in developing are already quoted the Bangalore Principles on Domestic personally feel encouraged by signs of will- part of our constitution. Protection of the Application of International Human Rights ingness to draw on international instru- environment, recognition of rights of com- Norms, including: ments, not only treaties, and by reliance on It is within the proper nature of the judi- munities especially in land, affirmative ac- the values including those of Article 10—as cial process and well-established judicial tion, rights of persons with disability, rights Article 259 requires. functions for national courts to have regard to education, health and food—and the re- As we say in Kenya in Kiswahili—Asante to international obligations which a country dress of past injustices—are engraved in our Sana. We also say Shukrani, shukran and constitutional text. undertakes—whether or not they have been shukria. Thank you very much. incorporated into domestic law—for the pur- What the first Chief Justice of the South f African Constitutional Court, Arthur pose of removing ambiguity or uncertainty Chaskalson, said of their constitution could form, national constitutions, legislation or HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE just as well be said of ours: common law. However, where national law is clear and OF CHARLES WALTER ‘‘WALT’’ We live in a society in which there are RUCKEL, JR. great disparities in wealth. Millions of peo- inconsistent with the international obliga- ple are living in deplorable conditions and in tions of the State concerned in common law great poverty. There is a high level of unem- countries the national court is obliged to HON. JEFF MILLER give effect to national law. In such cases the ployment, inadequate social security, and OF FLORIDA many do not have access to clean water or to court should draw such inconsistency to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES adequate health services. These conditions attention of the appropriate authorities already existed when the Constitution was since the supremacy of national law in no Wednesday, April 25, 2012 way mitigates a breach of an international adopted and a commitment to address them, Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, on be- and to transform our society into one in legal obligation, which is undertaken by a which there will be human dignity, freedom country. half of the United States Congress, it is an and equality, lies at the heart of our new Now, however, the courts have greater honor for me to rise today to recognize the life constitutional order. freedom. Many issues will have to be re- of Northwest Florida’s beloved Charles Walter For these reasons, including that our Con- solved: what precisely are the ‘‘The general ‘‘Walt’’ Ruckel, Jr. Throughout Northwest Flor- stitution is couched often in language simi- rules of international law’’ ?; what is the ef- ida, Walt Ruckel was known for his warm na- fect of the direct application of a treaty of lar to that of South Africa, I anticipate that ture, immense generosity, dedicated service to we shall learn a great deal from them, which the language is not self-executing, though always, as I say, suiting the decisions such as ‘‘States Parties shall take all appro- his local community and, above all, his never- to our own realities. priate measures’’ rather than ‘‘everyone has ending love for his family. Walt Ruckel is sur- Upendra Baxi wrote, of Public Interest the right’’ ? And what is the effect of a treaty vived by 8 children, 12 grandchildren and 15 Litigation (PIL), provision that does not fill a gap in domestic great-grandchildren.

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Upon completion of his training, Mr. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ruckel entered the U.S. Army Air Corps, women who work on our farms, raising crops where he served as an airplane mechanic be- Wednesday, April 25, 2012 and livestock, helping to put food on our ta- fore being honorably discharged in 1947. In Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, bles. The family farm is an important American 1948, he graduated from Soule Business Col- today, I would like to honor the memory of a institution, and Dale Hines and the rest of the lege in New Orleans and returned to his native noble public servant and spiritual leader, Hines family are an embodiment of that spirit. Northwest Florida where he began a distin- Delores Thomas Hadnott. With singular dedi- As a child, Dale grew up surrounded by farm- guished career in the Northwest Florida busi- cation, Ms. Hadnott devoted her life to faith- ing. Even at a young age, he spent his time ness community. Mr. Ruckel took a position fully serving her community. milking his family’s 30 Holstein cows along working as a bank teller and bookkeeper at Ms. Hadnott was born in Arcadia, LA on De- with his older brothers—a chore which be- Valparaiso State Bank in Valparaiso, Florida, cember 31, 1951. Her parents instilled within came a full-time career for Dale after grad- where he quickly established himself, rising to her the importance of education and the drive uating from Ellsworth High School in 1977. become Assistant Vice President in 1950 be- to help others. In 1972, she received her B.A. Today, the Hines Ranch, which was recog- fore becoming President of the bank in 1951. degree in Sociology from Grambling State Uni- nized in 1987 as the Wisconsin Conservation Mr. Ruckel continued to serve at the bank as versity in only three years, while serving as Farm of the Year, has grown exponentially. Chairman of the Board until 2004. salutatorian, class president and a member of They cultivate 810 acres of land and milk 80 Mr. Ruckel’s immense pride in his local Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. cows, a herd which produces more than community inspired him to pursue a career in After Ms. Hadnott completed Management 28,000 pounds of milk per cow. However, despite their farm’s growth amidst real estate and property development. In Training at the University of Houston, she the ever-changing world of farming, one thing 1955, he founded Ruckel Properties, which started her thirty-six year career with the has never changed for the Hineses: the impor- continues to serve the Northwest Florida com- American Red Cross—Greater Houston Area tance of the family-run operation. Although munity today. Through Mr. Ruckel’s leader- Chapter. Ms. Hadnott excelled in her position, only Dale’s family lives in the farmhouse, the ship, Ruckel Properties has developed count- becoming the office director of the southeast entire extended family is still very much in- less homes and businesses in Northwest Flor- branch office in 1987. Ms. Hadnott worked volved with the farm’s day-to-day operations. ida and has been a driving force in the devel- tirelessly to advocate for the betterment of Everyone helps out in whatever way they can, opment of the cities of Niceville and Houston and under-served individuals. whether it’s helping with the planting and har- Valparaiso. In addition to her lifelong service in her vesting of the crops, constructing all of the In addition to his work in the Northwest Flor- community, Ms. Hadnott acted in several roles at the Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist farm’s buildings, or keeping track of the ida business community, Walt Ruckel was books—a task which Dale’s 85-year-old moth- also a noted civic leader. He was a founding Church. Through her unselfish hard work and virtue, she eventually became the assistant er Joyce still does to this day. member of the Niceville-Valparaiso Rotary The Hines family is truly an example to fol- Club, where he served as President from 1954 church secretary, a member of the finance committee, program coordinator for the Mis- low, both due to the success of their farm and to 1955 and was twice named the club’s ‘‘Man the importance they place on family. It is with of the Year.’’ Mr. Ruckel truly believed in the sion Society and a Sunday school instructor. Ms. Hadnott’s leadership and community great pride that I rise today and congratulate value of community service, and he remained Dale Hines, a dedicated father, farmer, and active in the Rotary Club until his passing, service have been consistently recognized by her colleagues. Mayor Lee Brown honored her citizen, on having received proper recognition helping to organize and volunteer at the club’s of the hard work that he and his family have latest fundraiser. His steadfast dedication to on May 9, 2002 when he proclaimed it Delores Hadnott Day in the City of Houston. In put forth over the last half-century. He is truly serving his community extended beyond the deserving of the title of Master Agriculturist, Rotary Club, and he was active in many other 2006, she received the 42nd Annual Found- ers’ Day, Sojourner Truth Crystal and Profes- and I wish him and the rest of the Hines family civic organizations, including the local Cham- all of the best in the future. ber of Commerce, United Way and Boy sional awards. In 2009, I had the honor to f Scouts of America. present her with the 2009 Congressional Cer- tificate of Special Recognition. Northwest Florida is also home to numerous IN RECOGNITION OF STEPHANNIE Finally, Mr. Speaker, Delores Thomas military installations, and Mr. Ruckel was a FINLEY IN HONOR OF HER SERV- Hadnott will be missed dearly by her daughter, strong supporter of the servicemen and ICE TO THE COLORADO SPRINGS Crystal Denise, son, Lawrence Oliver, step- women and their families who form such an CHAMBER OF COMMERCE son, Lawrence Isaiah, grandson, Ashton Jo- integral part of our local community. Mr. siah, and daughter-in-law, Shakwanna. She Ruckel served as Chairman of the Air Force HON. DOUG LAMBORN will be remembered in the City of Houston as Armament Museum Foundation, where he OF COLORADO a dedicated public servant and valued commu- helped lead a successful effort to raise more IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nity leader. May she rest in the peace she has than $1 million for the construction of the Air so richly earned. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Force Armament Museum, located at Eglin Air Mr. LAMBORN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Force Base. f pay tribute to Stephannie Finley, the outgoing All those who had the fortune of meeting RECOGNIZING MASTER President of the Colorado Springs Chamber of Walt Ruckel were blessed by his kindness and AGRICULTURIST DALE HINES Commerce Governmental Affairs and Public generosity, and his impact on Northwest Flor- Policy Division. ida will never be forgotten. To some, Walt HON. RON KIND Stephannie began her career working for a Ruckel will be remembered as an invaluable OF WISCONSIN small food distribution business that served member and leader of the Northwest Florida IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Peterson AFB, the Air Force Academy, and Ft. community, to others, an honorable member Carson. After the business was sold, Wednesday, April 25, 2012 and strong supporter of our Armed Forces. To Stephannie entered the world of politics. his friends and family, Walt Ruckel will most Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you She has extensive experience including: fondly be remembered as a loving and com- today to congratulate a second-generation working for the White House Advance Team in mitted family man. dairy farmer from my home district in western the early 1990s, serving as a staffer to the Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Wisconsin. Dale Hines is a hard-working man Colorado General Assembly, the Chief of Staff Congress, it gives me great pride to honor the from the beautiful small town of Ellsworth who for Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District, the life of Walt Ruckel and his living legacy. North- was recently recognized as a Master Agri- Director of State Government Relations for the west Florida has truly suffered a great loss culturist. This distinction, awarded by the mag- University of Colorado, and the Chief of Staff with his passing, and my wife Vicki joins me azine Wisconsin Agriculturist, recognizes Wis- to Lt. Governor Jane Norton. in sending our most heartfelt condolences to consin farmers who not only display an ability Stephannie first joined the Chamber in Feb- the entire Ruckel family. to raise crops or livestock, but those who also ruary of 2006. She has been a passionate and

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TED POE priately titled book ‘‘Unbroken.’’ Born in Olean, OF TEXAS New York in 1917, Louis moved to Torrance, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES California with his Italian-American family in HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH the 1920’s. Like most rural American children OF OHIO Wednesday, April 25, 2012 of the era, he grew up poor in the Depression. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, on a fateful Louis’s teenage years were far different Wednesday, April 25, 2012 day in May 1943, bombardier Louis Zamperini from the life he leads today, but, they were a and his fellow airmen were flying in a B–24 precursor to the spunk he still exhibits some Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to over the Pacific Ocean on a reconnaissance 80 years later. In his younger years, he was honor Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court Judge mission. The plane fell apart mid-flight, crash- in and out of trouble with the law, having es- Peter M. Sikora. ing into the middle of ocean and killing all but tablished a reputation on the streets of Tor- Born on December 11, 1951, Judge Sikora three of the 11-man crew. rance as a fighter and a thief. It was here that was a lifelong Clevelander. He attended St. Ig- In the midst of the catastrophe and chaos, his older brother, Pete, discovered Louis’s tal- natius High School where he ran track, cross Louis along with his pilot Russell Allen Phillips ent for running. country and played on the hockey team. Trag- and tail gunner Francis McNamara, found a In an effort to restore his street reputation, ically, at the age of 17, Judge Sikora suffered small rubber life raft. All three avoided sharks, Louis joined the high school track team. Pete a life altering trampoline accident that left him dodged bullets from Japanese aircraft and de- helped develop Louis’s natural athletic speed in a wheelchair. However, he was able to vised ways to catch rainwater, fish and some- by training him, first for the mile run. By his overcome his injury and have a successful ca- times birds. senior year, Louis set the world’s high school reer as a judge. After 33 days on the raft, Francis McNa- record in the mile run. Soon after, he qualified After earning an associate’s degree from mara died. The chance of rescue for the other to run in the 1936 Berlin Olympics where he Cuyahoga Community College and graduating two men seemed bleak, until day 47, when was the top American finisher in the 5,000- as valedictorian from Baldwin-Wallace Col- their raft finally made landfall in the Marshall meter run. lege, Judge Sikora earned his law degree Islands. At the Berlin games, Louis’s speed caught from Case Western Reserve University. He Once they reached the island, Louie and Adolf Hitler’s attention, and Hitler sought him went on to serve as deputy legal counsel for Russell were immediately captured by Japa- out for a congratulatory handshake. The dicta- Governor Celeste in the mid-1980s before be- nese forces and put in a POW camp where torship that Louis witnessed in Berlin would coming deputy director and general counsel to they were imprisoned for over two years in soon affect him personally. the Ohio Department of Mental Retardation several infamous camps, including Ofuna, After returning from the ’36 Olympics, Louis and Developmental Disabilities. Omori and Naoetsu. Thought dead by his fam- enrolled at the University of Southern Cali- In 1989, former Governor Celeste appointed ily, Louis faced torture worse than death. fornia where he earned a track scholarship. It Judge Sikora to the Cuyahoga Juvenile Court One particular brutal guard, nicknamed ‘‘The was five years later that Louis enlisted in the where he continued to be re-elected for con- Bird,’’ planned to make an example of the fa- U.S. Army. After Pearl Harbor, Louis was sent secutive terms until his passing. He was the mous Olympian. Louis would look away from to Houston to train in the U.S. Air Corps bom- most veteran judge at the Cuyahoga County The Bird’s eyes and get punched for looking bardier school. From there, he served as a Juvenile Court. In addition to his service, away; Louis would stare into The Bird’s eyes bombardier in the South Pacific during World Judge Sikora was a dedicated and active and get punched for staring at his eyes. The War II. member of the Greater Cleveland community. Bird would then whip Louis with a 2-pound Louis is now 94 years young. Louis has He was a board member for the Cleveland steel buckle across the face and head. The done more in his life than many can claim: he Ballet, International Services Center, Health Bird would torture, starve and force Louis to ran in the 1936 Berlin Olympics; fought in the Hill Hospital for Children and MetroHealth Re- perform demeaning acts every day. It seems Second World War; survived a plane crash habilitation Institute of Ohio. unthinkable, but during the two years of abuse into the ocean; and endured two years of tor- I offer my condolences to his sister, Linda and torture, Louis never broke down. That is ture at Japanese POW camps. Having lived Baxendale; nieces and nephews, Nathan a resilient spirit. for nearly a century, Louis still travels the (Sara), Jared (Ashley), Aaron (Suzanne), Finally, almost 28 months after his plane country telling his story and inspiring genera- Leah, Molly, Claire, Ava, Hatcher, Briley, Mary crashed, Louis was brought home to Cali- tions to come. He still has the fight left in Grace and Jack; his caregiver, Jean Foutz fornia. Louis tried to balance the horrors of his him—don’t let his age fool you. and his court staff. imprisonment with his new found celebrity sta- Today, Louis still travels the world and tells Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me tus in America. His life began to spin out of his story of endurance and survival. His patri- in honoring Judge Peter Sikora, who dedi- control. This is not where his story ends. otic legacy of military service and plain old giv- cated his life to serving the Greater Cleveland Louis attributes getting his life back on track ing back is one of the best examples of our community. to a young evangelist named Billy Graham greatest generation in American history. Louis

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