E106 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 22, 2015 Public Administration at the Kennedy School declared by the U.S.S.R. Attorney Nancy O’Malley on being named by of Harvard University. That education pre- Presidium and signed by then the Lions Club of Livermore as the ‘‘2015 Ala- pared him for the challenges he faces on be- President , the invasion was meda County Outstanding Citizen Of The half of one of America’s most important allies. intended to suppress a growing independence Year.’’ I look forward to speaking in honor of Mr. Speaker, Anthony impressed Members movement, but the result was the opposite. Nancy this Saturday when she receives her of the House of Representatives and Senate This violent incident inflamed Azerbaijani na- award. with his diligence, his honesty and his dedica- tionalism and contributed to the breakup of the I was privileged to work under Nancy for tion to keeping the friendship between our . seven years as an Alameda County pros- countries strong. Leading up to Black January, the national ecutor. She is well deserving of this distin- Deputy Director Ho has been a great help to independence movement had gained momen- guished honor. me, by keeping me informed on issues relat- tum with growing demonstrations for inde- Nancy was born, grew up, went to college, ing to Taiwan and to the entire Pacific Rim. pendence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. and graduated from law school in the Bay He will be greatly missed. I wish him, his wife Emerging democratic groups were leading the Area. She rose through the ranks of the Ala- Anne and his son, Anwell all the best. I also political agenda and were projected to suc- meda County District Attorney’s Office after want to send a special goodbye to his eldest ceed in upcoming Parliamentary elections in joining in 1984, becoming Chief Assistant Dis- son Andrew, who did such an excellent job as March 1990. The Soviet Union sought to ‘‘re- trict Attorney and then elected as the first fe- an intern in my office. store order’’ by indiscriminately firing on male District Attorney in 2011. Washington’s loss is Taipei’s gain and I am peaceful demonstrators in , including Nancy is a stellar, tough, but fair prosecutor, sure that Anthony and his family will have a women and children. The protesters were call- putting countless dangerous criminals behind successful and happy time in their homeland. ing for independence from the Soviet Union bars to help protect the Bay Area. In par- I ask all of my colleagues to join me in wishing and the removal of Communist officials. More ticular, she is nationally known for her work on the Ho family goodbye and good fortune. than 130 people died that night and in subse- issues surrounding violence against women, f quent violence, over 700 were injured, 841 child abuse, domestic violence, and exploi- were arrested, and 5 went missing. tation. She is also a tireless advocate on be- ANAND SHANTAM According to a report by Human Rights half of victims and their families. Watch entitled ‘‘Black January in ,’’ Her work has been truly innovative. For ex- HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN ‘‘among the most heinous violations of human ample, Nancy created the Heat Exploitation OF MASSACHUSETTS rights during the Baku incursion were the nu- and Trafficking (HEAT) unit, the first such divi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES merous attacks on medical personnel, ambu- sion in the country dedicated to stopping child lances and even hospitals.’’ The report con- sex trafficking and punishing perpetrators. She Thursday, January 22, 2015 cluded that ‘indeed the violence used by the also established the Alameda County Family Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on the night of January 19–20 Justice Center, a model way to achieve justice to share the story of Anand Shantam. Anand constitutes an exercise in collective punish- for and provide services to victims of domestic joined me as my guest at the State of the ment. The punishment inflicted on Baku by violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, and Union. Soviet soldiers may have been intended as a human trafficking all under one roof. Anand’s story is all too familiar. She was warning to nationalists, not only in Azerbaijan, In addition to enforcing the law, Nancy has unemployed and struggled in poverty. but in other Republics of the Soviet Union.’’ fought to change it for the better and improve Four years ago all that changed. She was In the days after the invasion, thousands of public policy. One of her recent efforts is to introduced to DC Central Kitchen, an innova- surrounded Communist Party achieve an end to the unconscionable rape kit tive program to combat hunger and train un- headquarters demanding the resignation of the backlog, both nationally and in Alameda Coun- employed adults for culinary careers. republic’s leadership. The Baku City Council ty. She enrolled in the Culinary Job Training demanded that Soviet troops be withdrawn. Nancy has been recognized by many for her Program and received her food handler’s li- The Soviet legislature in Azerbaijan con- achievements. She was awarded the House cense. demned the occupation as ‘‘unconstitutional’’ Victims’ Rights Caucus 2014 Lois Haight But she also received so much more. She and threatened to call a referendum on seces- Award of Excellence and Innovation and was received the support she needed to discover sion unless Soviet troops were withdrawn a 2004 inductee in the Alameda County Wom- her own confidence. She reignited her passion within 48 hours. en’s Hall of Fame, just to name a few of her for cooking. Soviet troops were eventually withdrawn honors. Upon graduation, Anand re-entered the from Baku, but political control was maintained I want to applaud Nancy for her latest workforce as the Lead at Kelly Miller Middle for almost another 2 years until Azerbaijan’s award. The East Bay is truly fortunate to have School, preparing nutritious, homemade meals parliament declared independence in October her standing up for victims on our behalf. for kids. Today, she is a culinary instructor for 1991. Today, Azerbaijan has developed into a f the very same program that helped her turn thriving country with double digit growth, in RECOGNIZING THE CENTENNIAL her life around. large part due to a freely elected president CELEBRATION OF THE NEW MA- She has health insurance. She is self-suffi- and parliament, free market reforms led by the DRID COUNTY COURTHOUSE cient. energy sector, and, most importantly, no for- Anand’s experience at DC Central Kitchen eign troops on its soil. is an incredible success story of how job train- HON. JASON SMITH is the day on which Azerbaijani OF MISSOURI ing programs help people get back on their citizens stood up to Soviet soldiers and mar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES feet. tyrs gave up their lives for freedom from com- Mr. Speaker, I’m honored to call Anand my munism and dictatorship. I ask my colleagues Thursday, January 22, 2015 friend. And I can’t wait to try her kale salad. to join me in recognizing the tragic events of Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, it is f Black January that precipitated the inde- my pleasure to recognize the centennial cele- pendent Republic of Azerbaijan and the fall of bration of the New Madrid County Courthouse. RECOGNIZING THE 25TH ANNIVER- the USSR. As one of the five original counties in the state SARY OF BLACK JANUARY f of Missouri, this courthouse is a landmark symbol for justice and peace serving its citi- HON. STEVE COHEN RECOGNIZING ALAMEDA COUNTY zens for over 100 years. OF TENNESSEE DISTRICT ATTORNEY NANCY The New Madrid County Courthouse relo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES O’MALLEY cated to its current location through the sup- port of the community raising $20,000 to sup- Thursday, January 22, 2015 HON. ERIC SWALWELL plement the bond issue. Mr. COHEN. Mr. Speaker, few Americans OF CALIFORNIA In the fall of 1934, President Truman gave have heard the term ‘‘Black January,’’ yet it is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his speech near the front steps of this court- imbedded in the memory of all Azerbaijanis. house for his second Senate campaign before Black January marks the evening of January Thursday, January 22, 2015 becoming the first Missouri born president. 19, 1990, when at midnight Russian troops Mr. SWALWELL of California. Mr. Speaker, In celebration of the courthouse’s longevity stormed the capital city of Baku. Armed with a I rise to congratulate Alameda County District in service, the county has reinstated the 1821

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With proactive policing, the Trial Lawyers Associa- Madrid County Courthouse continue to create each alarm, the firefighters, paramedics and tion’s Police Officer of the Year Award, the a safe environment and provide peace and support staff of the East Joliet Fire Protection Peninsula Lions Club’s Police Award for out- order for the community. It is my pleasure to District perform heroic acts to save lives and standing service to the community, the Gordon recognize the centennial celebration of the protect property. If not for its service, many Joinville Special Merit Award for day-to-day New Madrid County Courthouse. businesses, homes, and members of our com- excellence in policing, and the Medal of f munity would not be here today. Honor, the Police Department’s highest award I would like to thank the members of the for saving a life during a fire. OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL East Joliet Fire Protection District for all that Whether in his capacity as a city council DEBT they do to protect the community they have member, a peace officer, a small business set out to serve. owner or a San Mateo resident, Robert has al- ways seized opportunities to help his commu- HON. MIKE COFFMAN f nity. He has given countless presentations at OF COLORADO IN RECOGNITION OF ROBERT ROSS our schools to help troubled and underprivi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES leged youths find a positive direction in their Thursday, January 22, 2015 HON. JACKIE SPEIER lives. He has visited homes of at-risk youth gang members during the holidays handing Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January OF CALIFORNIA out presents. He has worked with the Penin- 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fice, the national debt was sula Conflict Resolution Center and the Thursday, January 22, 2015 $10,626,877,048,913.08. Tongan Interfaith Council to prevent and solve Today, it is $18,086,048,044,499.39. We’ve Ms. SPEIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor conflicts. He has worked with Samaritan added $7,459,170,995,586.31 to our debt in 6 Robert Ross, a successful business owner, House to assist needy families. He is a mem- years. This is over $7.4 trillion in debt our na- exceptional law enforcement officer and dedi- ber of the San Mateo Lion’s Club which sup- ports local and international charities. tion, our economy, and our children could cated public servant who is retiring from the It is obvious from this long list of accom- have avoided with a balanced budget amend- San Mateo City Council after five years of service. He was the Mayor in 2014 and Dep- plishments and engagements that Robert ment. Ross has a heart of gold and an inexhaustible f uty Mayor in 2013. Robert is a genuine, hard- working and deeply committed city council drive to help others. Because of his vision and commitment, San Mateo is a better place. I RECOGNIZING TOM CAMERON member and will truly be missed. feel privileged to count Robert as a friend and Robert was first elected to the council in colleague and wish him well as he shifts his 2009 after a 27-year-career as a police officer HON. DAVID YOUNG focus to his personal and family life. OF IOWA in San Mateo. His experience in law enforce- Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment made security and sustainability one of atives to rise with me to recognize the lasting his priorities for the city. As a real estate agent Thursday, January 22, 2015 contributions Robert Ross has made while for 25 years, Robert also brought substantial serving as Mayor, City Councilmember and Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise business experience to the Council, guiding law enforcement officer. He will always be a today to recognize and congratulate Tom the city toward financial stability. role model and inspiration to his fellow San Cameron for being selected to receive an Ex- While on the Council, Robert served on the Mateo residents. City Council Audit and Budget Committee, the cellence in Mentoring Award, the highest f award for a youth mentor in Iowa. City Council Legislative Committee, the Com- Tom volunteers his time to the Mentoring munity Development Department Audit Com- CELEBRATING THE 40TH ANNIVER- Advantage Program (MAP) at Community mittee, the Grand Boulevard Task Force, the SARY OF THE SONS OF ITALY IN Youth Concepts. He has donated countless North B Street Improvement Initiative and the AMERICA PADRE PIO LODGE hours over the past 2 years to improving the Planning Commission. In addition, he was #2350 lives of young people. Not only has he worked very active in the Association of Bay Area to improve the lives of his mentees, but he Governments, the League of California Cities, HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN has also worked to increase awareness for the San Mateo County Council of Cities, the San OF NEW JERSEY need and opportunities for youth mentors in Mateo-Foster City Elementary School Board, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the state of Iowa. Attending company volun- the San Mateo Oversight Board, the San Thursday, January 22, 2015 Mateo Union High School District Board, the teer fairs and connecting potential mentors to Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise Sister City Association and the South Bayside opportunities is another important aspect of today to honor the Sons of Italy in America Waste Management Authority. Tom’s volunteerism. Padre Pio Lodge #2350, located in West Or- Robert received his Police Officers Standard Tom Cameron has had a profound impact ange, New Jersey as it celebrates its 40th An- & Training at the Modesto College Police on the youth of Iowa and he deserves to be niversary. commended for his time and efforts. It’s a Academy and his BSBA in Business Adminis- The Sons of Italy in America, a Fraternal great honor to represent Tom in the United tration from the University of Phoenix. He Organization created on June 22, 1905 by six States House of Representatives because he started his law enforcement career as a police Italian immigrants living in Little Italy, began as is a great living example of Iowa values that officer in Hayward in 1979 and transferred to an organization seeking to establish homes continue to make our state a great place to the San Mateo Police Department in 1981 and shelters for the elderly, lifer insurance and live and work. where he rose through the ranks to Police mortuary funds, and scholarship funds. The f Lieutenant in 2003. His professionalism and founding members of the Sons of Italy in proactive approach have been recognized and America sought to form a support system for HONORING EAST JOLIET FIRE he has been commended on numerous occa- Italian immigrants, offering these people as- PROTECTION DISTRICT sions. For example, in the late 1980s, then sistance in becoming American citizens and Corporal Ross was in charge of setting up a provide educational opportunities in assimila- HON. BILL FOSTER task force to fight drug crimes in San Mateo. tion into America culture. The organization OF ILLINOIS The group became known a ‘‘Ross’ Raiders’’ continues this rich tradition through its various IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and their effective anti-drug campaign was lodges across the country, including the Padre lauded by the City Council, San Mateo County Pio Lodge #2350, located in West Orange. Thursday, January 22, 2015 Board of Supervisors, the District Attorney, the Since 1975, the Sons of Italy in America Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to San Mateo County Trial Lawyers Association Padre Pio Lodge #2350, has promoted Italian honor the firefighters and paramedics of the and the late Congressman Tom Lantos. traditions and heritage in Essex County. The East Joliet Fire Protection District and to rec- Among the many awards Robert received Padre Pio Lodge functions as an important as- ognize the past 75 years of service to the was a Lieutenant’s Commendation for pect of society, especially through its partner- community of Joliet, Illinois. proactive policing, the San Carlos/Belmont Ex- ship with multiple charities. The Padre Pio

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