E1218 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 23, 2004 Johnson County’s Med-Act Department. He out charge or trial for 20 years. A democratic mine what the administration did once it real- began his career as an emergency medical country should be embarrassed to have car- ized its military was committing abuse, what technician in February 1978. In August 1980, ried out acts like these, and I call on Prime role contractors had in this mess, whether he advanced to the paramedic level and was Minister Singh to begin to rectify India’s record warnings were ignored, and more. Therefore, again promoted in 1984 to team leader and to by releasing the political prisoners and by re- I ask my colleagues to support this resolution the rank of lieutenant. Neustrom was involved moving Mr. Tytler and others involved in atroc- so that we may get the rest of the documents in many aspects of the Med-Act Department, ities from his government. This will be a good in the administration’s possession so that we including the Disaster Response Team, the first step towards restoring democracy for all may conduct a thorough investigation. Special Operations Group, the Emergency Op- the people. The prison scandal is a stain on our Nation erations Team, and he also served as a field America is the beacon of freedom. It is a and an impediment to the prosecution of the training officer. Most recently, he was an inte- country dedicated to the principles of freedom war against terror. If this Congress can’t find gral member of the team that created and and equal rights. While we have not always the will to investigate an abuse of this mag- launched a partnership between the city’s fire been perfect in our efforts to follow these prin- nitude, it calls into question our entire constitu- department and the Johnson County Med-Act ciples, they form the foundation of America. tional system of checks and balances. Department. Neustrom had been assigned as We embarrass ourselves and our principles by We’ve given the President and the Repub- a paramedic to the Overland Park station allowing the likes of Jagdish Tytler to come lican majority every opportunity to participate since the partnership was formed in 2002. and make speeches in our country. in what any decent society demands—ac- Neustrom and his wife of 23 years, Linda, As long as people like Mr. Tytler are in the countability for inhuman and degrading acts are the parents of three daughters. A family government, it is confirmation that there is no committed in our name. If they won’t help us man with many friends, who enjoyed fly-fishing place for Sikhs and other minorities in India. get to the bottom of why these atrocities hap- and playing guitar in his free time, he was 49 Until it repudiates this and allows all people to pened, we’ll do it without them. years old. I join with the grieving members of exercise their full rights, we should provide no H. RES.— Johnson County Med-Act and the Overland aid to India. And we should put ourselves on Resolved, That the President is requested, Park Fire Department in paying tribute to this record in support of a free and fair vote on and the Secretary of State, the Secretary of dedicated public servant, whose services were independence for the Sikh homeland, Defense, and the Attorney General are each conducted with full public safety honors. Mr. Khalistan, and for all the other nations seeking directed, to transmit to the House of Rep- Speaker, I commend to all members of this their freedom. And we should keep the lead- resentatives not later than 14 days after the House the life and legacy of Lieutenant Ned ers who practice brutality and commit atroc- date of the adoption of this resolution all Neustrom, and ask that you join me in this ities out of our country. documents in their possession, except those tribute. documents in the Attorney General’s posses- f sion that have been found by a court to be f INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTION protected by Federal Rule of Criminal Proce- UNITED STATES SHOULD NOT LET OF INQUIRY dure 6(e) in a proceeding at which the Attor- ney General or the Department of Justice is TYTLER ENTER COUNTRY a party, relating to the treatment of pris- HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. oners or detainees in Iraq, Afghanistan, or HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS OF MICHIGAN Guantanamo Bay and any requisite instruc- OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tions for handling such documents, includ- ing— IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, June 23, 2004 (1) every report, memorandum, or com- Wednesday, June 23, 2004 Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased plaint from the International Committee of Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I was disturbed to introduce a resolution of inquiry to request the Red Cross relating to the treatment of detainees or prisoners and any documents to read that Jagdish Tytler, India’s Minister of documents about the abuse of detainees and that reference such memorandum, report, or State for Non-Resident Indian Affairs, was prisoners in Iraq, Afghanistan and Guanta- complaint by the President, by any Federal coming to the United States to speak to the namo Bay. Two weeks ago, Democrats pub- official covered by this resolution, or by any American Association of Physicians of Indian licly requested that the White House release agency under any such Federal official; Origin. While there are many fine people of In- all documents concerning the growing Iraq (2) every report, memorandum, or com- dian origin, Jagdish Tytler is a person who is prison abuse scandal. We were ignored, so plaint from Human Rights Watch, Amnesty unfit to visit this country. He is the person today I am offering a resolution of inquiry International, Iraqi Human Rights Associa- most responsible for the genocide against which formally requests that the White House tion, Afghan Human Rights Commission, Physicians for Human Rights, or Human Sikhs in Delhi in November 1984. To bring to release the documents. Rights First relating to the treatment of de- Jagdish Tytler to America is to give our implicit We are in the midst of one of the most seri- tainees or prisoners and any documents that blessing to that massacre. ous incidents of human rights abuses in our reference such memorandum, report, or com- After the assassination of Indira Gandhi, Nation’s history. In Iraq, Afghanistan and plaint by the President, by any Federal offi- Tytler and others organized bands of Hindus Guantanamo, it is increasingly clear that our cial covered by this resolution, or by any who grabbed Sikhs and burned them to death. Nation’s military and civilian contractors—at agency under any such Federal official; He was one of the people responsible for get- the behest of the very highest officials in the (3) every document relating to interroga- ting the Sikh police locked in their barracks so administration—engaged in physical, psycho- tion techniques; (4) every internal report of a law enforce- that they could not intervene. Meanwhile, the logical, and sexual abuse on a widespread ment, military, or intelligence agency or or- state-run radio and TV screamed for more basis. Scores of detainees were murdered. ganization concerning interrogation or de- Sikh blood. In all, over 20,000 Sikhs were Numerous warnings were ignored. The Justice tention operations; murdered. Department provided the legal cover nec- (5) every internal report of a law enforce- Mr. Speaker, why is such a person being essary to justify torture. ment, military, or intelligence agency in re- granted entry to the United States? And why The resolution I am offering today will en- sponse to allegations that the treatment of is he in India’s Cabinet? Unfortunately, re- sure that the administration no longer picks prisoners or detainees violated or continues warding people who carry out such activities is and chooses what information it will share with to violate international or American law; (6) every document and memorandum re- too common in India. We do not have to grant us. While the administration released a num- garding the applicability of the Geneva Con- it our implicit approval. ber of documents yesterday pertaining to the ventions, the Convention Against Torture As you know, over a quarter of a million treatment of detainees and prisoners, we’ve all and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Sikhs have been murdered at the hands of the learned that it only shares what information re- Treatment or Punishment, the International Indian government since 1984. The Indian flects on it best. There is no reason to believe Covenant on Political and Civil Rights, sec- government has also killed more than 300,000 that the memos made public yesterday rep- tions 2340–2340A of title 18, United States Christians in Nagaland, over 87,000 Muslims resent all of what the President and his Cabi- Code, the War Crimes Act of 1996, and the in Kashmir since 1988, and thousands upon net approved. Fifth, Eighth, and Fourteenth Amendments to the Constitution of the United States to thousands of other minorities as well. They The documents also touch on only one of the treatment of prisoners or detainees; continue to hold tens of thousands of political many issues that need investigation. While un- (7) every document and memorandum re- prisoners, according to Amnesty International. derstanding how the administration came to lating to command relationships between This includes over 52,000 Sikhs, some of deny Geneva Convention protections to de- military police units and military intel- whom have been held in illegal custody with- tainees is important, it is also critical to deter- ligence units;

VerDate mar 24 2004 04:13 Jun 24, 2004 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23JN8.010 E23PT1 June 23, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1219 (8) every document and memorandum di- Wynne was born on August 25, 1923 in Los of the United States Army, Colonel Owsley recting personnel to abstain from using spe- Angeles, CA. She graduated from Los Ange- combined his love of country with his love of cific interrogation techniques or to withdraw les High School in 1940, and despite being of- the Army. As a member of the board that themselves from interrogations being con- ducted by other departments; fered numerous scholarships to attend college, guided the military academy selection process (9) any Presidential directive or other writ- she stayed home to help take care of her ill with the Eighth District Congressional office, ing authorizing the use of interrogation tac- father. Later, Wynne received an Associate first for Bill and then for me, I knew Colonel tics or claiming the constitutional authority Degree from Los Angeles City College. Ed as an honest and fair man. to do so; In 1943, Wynne married Herbert C. Bright. As active as he was on military matters, (10) any documentation of training re- Herbert graduated from the University of Cali- Colonel Ed was even more involved in our ceived by the 800th Military Police Brigade fornia, Los Angeles and served as a lieutenant communities. For 20 years, he acted as exec- and the 205th Military Intelligence Brigade in the Air Force during World War II. During utive vice president of the Rolla Area Cham- regarding the treatment of prisoners or de- the war, Wynne worked for the American Red tainees; ber of Commerce. He served his community (11) any documentation of special access Cross, helped start a nursery and preschool at as a member of the Rolla City Council. Many programs as they were applied to prisoners Langley Field, and visited with parents who of the building and development initiatives in or detainees; had lost children in the war. and around Rolla over the last 40 years reflect (12) all records of meetings regarding the Wynne gave birth to her first child, James, his involvement. treatment of prisoners or detainees at which in 1949. James graduated from the University Colonel Owsley was a man you identified one or more officials of the Department of of Southern California with a degree in geol- with the city of Rolla. His work on behalf of the State, Department of Defense, Department ogy. Afterwards, he graduated from Loyola community was not for personal gain—it was of Justice, or Central Intelligence Agency Law School. Wynne’s second child, Cheryl were present and the presence of those offi- the result of his patriotism and civic pride. It is cials is apparent from the face of the record; Lee, was born in 1955. Cheryl Lee graduated too bad he was one-of-a-kind, because we (13) every document and memorandum con- from California State University Northridge and need more good Americans like him. But he cerning the practice of keeping prisoners or served as an executive at ARCO for many has provided a tremendous example of self- detainees off the official roster; years. Richard, her youngest child, was born lessness and volunteerism to guide the lead- (14) a list of every ongoing and completed in 1962 and graduated from the University of ers of tomorrow. That spirit is his best legacy. investigation into the treatment of prisoners Southern California. He is the Vice President Colonel Ed was a true friend of Missouri. A or detainees, and any written reports pro- of Ellis Reality. Wynne has five grandchildren: vocal man, to be sure, but a man who always duced by any such investigation; MacKenzie, Jennifer Ann, Ryan, Taylor, and (15) every document relating to civilian followed up his words with deeds. His death is contract employees and their role in prisons; Christopher. a great loss to the American people. We will (16) all written statements of prisoners or Wynne’s children are very proud of their miss him dearly. detainees, military personnel, civilian em- mother and attribute their sense of self-worth, ployees of the Federal Government, or civil- desire to achieve, and moral values to her f ian contractors regarding the treatment of good influence. She taught them that real suc- HONORING DAVID GRANT prisoners or detainees; cess comes hand-in-hand with moral values, (17) all reports of interrogation of each and that happiness comes from within. Their prisoner or detainee that reflect a claim of love of learning is a direct result of their moth- HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH abuse by military or civilian personnel or by OF CALIFORNIA civilian contractors; er’s belief in the importance of education. (18) any documents for work under con- In addition to being a lifelong teacher to her IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tracts (including subcontracts and task or- children, Wynne has made extraordinary con- Wednesday, June 23, 2004 ders) and all reports on such documents, for tributions to her community. For example, she interrogation or translation work by CACI is involved in the Studio City Residents’ Asso- Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise International, Titan Corporation, and any ciation, is a volunteer at her PTA, is actively today to recognize David Grant posthumously other entity that may have performed such involved in the North Hollywood Junior Wom- for his heroism and years of service to his work; en’s Club, and plays organ at her church. community. Dave recently passed away on (19) any documents or testimony presented Monday, May 29, 2004. to or prepared by the Detainee Assessment Women like Wynne Bright give strength and joy to our communities, and I ask my col- David was known for his extraordinary work Branch at Abu Ghraib prison at any time as a law enforcement officer with a knack for after September 1, 2003 regarding the treat- leagues to join me in saluting and honoring ment of Iraqi prisoners or detainees by mem- her for all of her outstanding accomplish- defusing tense, often dangerous, situations. bers of the Armed Forces or by civilian con- ments, and her exemplary commitment to fam- He was a 15-year veteran of the Tuolumne tractors working in Iraq employed on behalf ily and community. County Sheriff’s Department and had worked of the Department of Defense; in law enforcement for a total of 26 years. f (20) any complaint forms filled out and A Sonora resident and Tuolumne County submitted at any time after March 1, 2003 by TRIBUTE TO COLONEL EDWARD native, Dave grew up in Tuolumne County and a member of the Armed Services or by a ci- OWSLEY graduated from Sonora High School. In 1978, vilian contractor employed on behalf of the he embarked on a career in law enforcement Department of Defense or Central Intel- ligence Agency regarding the treatment of HON. JO ANN EMERSON with the Sonora Police Department where he detainees or prisoners; and OF MISSOURI served as a traffic officer and driving instruc- (21) any reports or documents reflecting IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tor. Three years later, Dave joined the Ocean- the death or injury of prisoners or detainees. side Police Department where he served for 8 Wednesday, June 23, 2004 f years. He worked as a patrol officer and then Mrs. EMERSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today served as a motor officer where he helped TRIBUTE TO WYNNE BRIGHT, 2004 to pay tribute to a great American and a great new officers hone their motorcycle driving CALIFORNIA MOTHER OF THE Missourian, Colonel Edward Owsley, who skills. In 1989, Dave returned to Tuolumne YEAR passed away Monday at the age of 91. Colo- County and joined the Sheriff’s Department. nel Owsley represented the best attributes of He worked various assignments including pa- HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN our Nation, through his service and sacrifice to trol, investigations, narcotics, coroner, hostage OF CALIFORNIA our Nation in World War II, and of our state, negotiation, and was coordinator for the de- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES by returning to Missouri to improve our com- partment’s search-and-rescue team. munity in every way he could. He is survived by his wife Richie Grant and Wednesday, June 23, 2004 In his 26 years of active military service, his four children. Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Colonel Owsley attained the rank of colonel. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize David pay tribute to Wynne Bright, a remarkable He served with honor in the Far East Cam- Grant for his remarkable service to his com- woman from my Congressional District who paigns during World War II. Colonel Owsley munity. I invite my colleagues to join me in was chosen as the 2004 California Mother of retired in 1966, after his final duty as chief of honoring him posthumously for his commit- the Year. She earned this recognition for her staff at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri. ment to bettering this world through valiant lifelong dedication and unconditional love and But Colonel Ed (as we called him) did not service, touching lives both in the Central Val- support to her family, and for her many out- stop serving our Nation when he retired from ley of California and the law enforcement com- standing contributions to our community. his post. As state president of the Association munity statewide.

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