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Vol. 148 WASHINGTON, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2002 No. 114 House of Representatives The House met at noon. that the Senate has passed without overshadowed by the best of America. The Chaplain, the Reverend Daniel P. amendment a bill of the House of the In reflections on this day, we remem- Coughlin, offered the following prayer: following title: ber the bravery of those who responded Remembering the images of Sep- H.R. 3917. An Act to authorize a national on September 11, our police, fire- tember 11 a year ago can still stun a memorial to commemorate the passengers fighters, our first aid squads, people nation. A reflection of that tragic day and crew of Flight 93 who, on September 11, who never gave up hope and rallied our and the thousands who were taken 2001, courageously gave their lives thereby Nation. They who responded came from from us can still take the breath away thwarting a planned attack on our Nation’s all over America and across the Hudson of some. Others feel nothing, only emp- Capital, and for other purposes. from New Jersey. tiness. Others have moved on and cele- The message also announced that the We are grateful as well today for the brate the distance. Today a moment of Senate has passed bills of the following service of our young men and women in common silence can unite us all in a titles in which the concurrence of the uniform who, fighting in our war deeper sense of presence. House is requested: against terrorism, are resolved to bring Because words have their own spin to S. 2136. An act to establish a memorial in justice to those who attacked us. They such an overwhelming story as this the State of Pennsylvania to honor the pas- are fighting to right this terrible past year. Silence alone is free enough sengers and crewmembers of Flight 93 who, wrong in honor of the memory of those to embrace all traditions and all senti- on September 11, 2001, gave their lives to pre- who perished and to protect our chil- ments, drawing out a language of the vent a planned attack on the Capital of the dren and grandchildren, ensuring that heart. United States. Only silence can interpret some of S. 2896. An act to enhance the operation of they inherit a Nation free from further the most sacred moments of a lifetime. the AMBER Alert communications network terror. So let memories flow and prayers arise in order to facilitate the recovery of ab- f ducted children, to provide for enhanced no- in the soul of America as we enter ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF unafraid the mystery of what has hap- tification on highways of alerts and information on such children, and for other pur- SEPTEMBER 11 pened to us in silence. poses. Amen. (Mr. MCNULTY asked and was given f permission to address the House for 1 f minute and to revise and extend his re- ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER THE JOURNAL marks.) The SPEAKER. The Chair has exam- The SPEAKER. The Chair will re- Mr. MCNULTY. Mr. Speaker, when- ined the Journal of the last day’s pro- ceive 15 one-minute speeches on each ever I think of the enormity of what ceedings and announces to the House side. happened on September 11, 2001, words his approval thereof. f fail; and so I try to recall the words of Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- our commander in chief on that fateful nal stands approved. REMEMBERING SEPTEMBER 11 day. He basically made three sugges- f (Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN asked and tions. He said we should pray for all of was given permission to address the the innocent victims and their fami- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE House for 1 minute and to revise and lies, and I try to remember to do that The SPEAKER. Will the gentleman extend his remarks.) every day. He then said we should be from New York (Mr. MCNULTY) come Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, grateful. And I will be perfectly honest, forward and lead the House in the today as a Nation we are reunited by a gratitude was not what was in my Pledge of Allegiance. sense of common grief. One year ago heart at that moment. But he went on Mr. MCNULTY led the Pledge of Alle- today, America witnessed the unspeak- to explain that we should be grateful to giance as follows: able when our Nation was attacked and all the police officers, firefighters, and I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the more than 3,000 innocent lives were emergency personnel who, when others United States of America, and to the Repub- lic for which it stands, one nation under God, cruelly taken from us at the World were running away from the buildings indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Trade Center, the Pentagon, and in in terror, running for their lives, con- Pennsylvania. From my home State of tinued to run toward the buildings, f New Jersey, we lost over 700 people, into the buildings, up the stairs, many MESSAGE FROM THE SENATE and God bless their families. It was to their deaths. That was their job. A message from the Senate by Mr. also a day when horror was met by her- And they did it well that day because Monahan, one of its clerks, announced oism and the worst of humanity was they saved thousands of lives.

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VerDate Sep 04 2002 01:45 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.000 H11PT1 H6174 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 Finally, he suggested that we unite Planet to Poor Youth, to raise $200,000 There was no objection. as a Nation in our resolve to track for these children to buy televisions, The Clerk read the concurrent reso- down the terrorist cowards who com- computers, construction materials, and lution, as follows: mitted those acts, bring them to jus- chalk. H. CON. RES. 464 tice, and take away their capabilities We can all find inspiration in Belay’s actions. I am especially proud of him, Whereas on September 11, 2001, while to ever do anything like that again ei- Americans were attending to their daily rou- ther in the United States or anywhere Mr. Speaker, since he works part time tines, terrorists hijacked and destroyed four else in the world. as a security guard at Chapman Uni- civilian aircraft, crashing two of them into On this solemn anniversary may we versity where I am a proud alum and a the towers of the World Trade Center in New continue to remember those three sug- member of the board of trustees there. York City, and a third into the Pentagon gestions by our commander in chief. It is people like Michael Belay that outside Washington, D.C.; Whereas the valor of the passengers and f truly make our world a better place to live. crew on the fourth aircraft prevented it from TO THE CHILDREN ACROSS AMER- also being used as a weapon against America; f ICA REGARDING SEPTEMBER 11 Whereas thousands of innocent Americans ON REMEMBERING THE EVENTS were killed and injured as a result of these (Mr. LAMPSON asked and was given OF SEPTEMBER 11 attacks, including the passengers and crew permission to address the House for 1 ´ of the four aircraft, workers in the World minute.) (Mr. ACEVEDO-VILA asked and was Trade Center and in the Pentagon, rescue Mr. LAMPSON. Mr. Speaker, usually given permission to address the House workers, and bystanders, making these at- when I stand here to address these 1- for 1 minute.) tacks the deadliest terrorist attacks ever ´ minutes, it is on the subject of missing Mr. ACEVEDO-VILA. Mr. Speaker, launched against the United States; children. Today I want to talk about on behalf of all Puerto Ricans, I want Whereas when the gravest moments came, kids who are missing mothers and fa- to express heartfelt sympathy for the many regular Americans, relying on courage, instinct, and grace, rushed toward the flam- thers and sisters and brothers and families of the victims from the terrorist attacks against this great Na- ing buildings in order to rescue or toward friends and family because on Sep- terrorist-controlled cockpits in order to re- tember 11 of last year more than 2,000 tion 1 year ago. The impacts of these sist; children lost a parent. This may not be horrific events were immediately felt Whereas by targeting symbols of American the kind of loss that I usually address, throughout Puerto Rico. Hundreds of strength and success, these attacks clearly but it is a profound loss, nonetheless. I Puerto Ricans were among the dead were intended to assail the principles, val- want to send a message to those kids and Puerto Rican emergency crews ues, and freedoms of the United States and today that this House is thinking were among the first to arrive to assist the American people, intimidate the Nation, and weaken the national resolve; about them and they are in our hearts crews in New York and at the Pen- tagon. But had there been no direct Whereas while the States of New York, and in our prayers. Virginia, and Pennsylvania bore the brunt of The children of this country also lost tragic link to Puerto Rico through cas- the terrorist attacks, every State and Terri- a sense of innocence and security. I ualties or through the emergency tory and all Americans were affected and want to encourage parents across the workers, Puerto Ricans would nonethe- mourned these tragic losses; Nation to talk to their children about less continue to walk in lockstep in the Whereas Americans reached out to help the tragic events of September 11 of war against terror. Make no mistake strangers who had lost loved ones, col- last year to reassure them that we all about it, Puerto Ricans today, as leagues, and their businesses; Whereas local, State, and Federal leaders want the best for them and will con- throughout the last 100 years, serve du- tifully in all the branches of our Armed set aside differences and worked together to tinue to work to keep their, our, coun- provide for those who were attacked and to try safe from harm. Services. Our common citizenship and protect those who remained; Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the Con- common devotion toward democratic Whereas Americans continue to repair gressional Caucus on Missing and Ex- principles underscore our commitment damage to buildings and the economy, while ploited Children, I send our thoughts to common defense. I stand before my relishing the freedoms they enjoy as Ameri- and prayers out to the children who colleagues today to let you all know cans; lost somebody at the Pentagon, the that Puerto Rico will always be there Whereas on September 14, 2001, in Public Law 107–40, Congress authorized the use of World Trade Center, or in Shanksville, in this effort. The cowardly acts of September 11 have caused great pain. ‘‘all necessary and appropriate force’’ Pennsylvania, and to the kids all against those responsible for the terrorist at- across America who are learning to Our suffering shall never be forgotten. tacks; deal with a changed and unsettled But this Nation is today stronger and Whereas the United States Armed Forces world. more committed to our principles of subsequently moved swiftly against Al Qaeda God bless you and God bless America. freedom and justice than ever before. and the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, whom the President and Congress had identi- f United we stand, divided we fall. We stand together and will never, ever for- fied as enemies of America; HONORING MICHAEL BELAY FOR get. Whereas, in so doing, brave servicemen and HIS CONTRIBUTIONS TO HUMAN- women left family and friends in order to de- f ITY fend the Nation; b 1215 Whereas a year later, many servicemen (Ms. SANCHEZ asked and was given and women remain abroad, shielding the Na- permission to address the House for 1 EXPRESSING THE SENSE OF CON- tion from further terrorist attacks; minute and to revise and extend her re- GRESS ON THE ANNIVERSARY Whereas, while the passage of a year has marks.) OF TERRORIST ATTACKS not softened the memory of the American Ms. SANCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, today I LAUNCHED AGAINST THE people, resolved their grief, or restored lost rise to honor Michael Belay of Orange UNITED STATES ON SEPTEMBER loved ones, it has shown that Americans will County. On a trip back to his native 11, 2001 not bow to terrorists; Whereas the Congress has passed, and the Ethiopia to a town called Abbiyi Addi, Mr. ARMEY. Mr. Speaker, I ask President has signed, numerous laws pro- Belay saw children playing on the hulk unanimous consent for the immediate viding additional resources for the overseas of a helicopter that had crashed near consideration of the concurrent resolu- effort against terrorism, as well as addi- their school. The dry, cracked earth tion (H. Con. Res. 464) expressing the tional tools for Federal, State, and local law was the floor of their classroom. They sense of the Congress on the anniver- enforcement and judicial systems to protect had no chalk, chairs or blackboard. sary of the terrorist attacks launched Americans at home; and Whereas the Government reexamined the Belay saw an opportunity to help against the United States on Sep- brighten the future for these children. need for domestic security and the Congress tember 11, 2001. is currently considering legislation to create He scrimped together $10,000 and took The Clerk read the title of the con- a Department of Homeland Security with the it back to his village. With this, he current resolution. specific mission of preventing further at- bought clothing, shoes and bags of The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. tacks: Now, therefore, be it food. When he returned to California, SIMPSON). Is there objection to the re- Resolved by the House of Representatives (the he organized HAPPY, Hands Across the quest of the gentleman from Texas? Senate concurring), That Congress—

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.006 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6175 (1) recognizes September 11 as both a day tated attack on us as a Nation and on solve of this great Nation. They all un- to remember those taken from their fami- innocent civilians in this country. derstand the courage of our heroes. lies, loved ones, and fellow citizens and a day Those streaming rays of sunshine Let me say again what I said at the for Americans to recommit to the Nation, to that came through those big buildings time. This Nation has proven it will their freedoms, and to each other; (2) extends its deepest sympathies to the of New York City that stood as a spend its heroes. Our heroes have prov- countless innocent victims of the September monument to this thing we call the en they will go when asked, they will 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, their families, practical American genius, were shat- volunteer, they will do their duty. But friends, and loved ones; tered. That peaceful field in Pennsyl- we do not spend our heroism from this (3) honors the heroic actions of first re- vania, awake with morning dew, was great Nation out of ambition for terri- sponders, law enforcement personnel, State smashed. Our Pentagon that stands for torial expansion or out of a sense of re- and local officials, volunteers, and others strength and freedom was assailed in a venge, but out of a requirement for a who aided the innocent victims and, in so way that it has never been assailed. just world, a world in which people who doing, bravely risked their own lives and long-term health; And, indeed, this very building on will perpetrate evil against others will (4) stands in great debt with the American which we stand today was saved that be found, and they will be prosecuted. people to the members of the Armed Forces morning by the first response to this b 1230 serving both at home and abroad; vicious attack. (5) praises the people of the United States We took the hurt and the losses, and Let me just say to those of you who for their patriotism, compassion, prayers, they came early; but it did not take us are still out there plotting and schem- and generosity in donating time and money long to collect our wits in this great ing, do not underestimate our Amer- to support the innocent victims of the Sep- country. Immediately upon under- ican heroes; they are young, they are tember 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, their fami- standing on Flight 93 how vicious this bright, they are strong, they have lies, friends, and loved ones; was and how evil the intent, our Amer- courage, and they will in fact bring you (6) expresses thanks and gratitude to the down. foreign leaders and citizens of all nations ican heroes fought back and this Na- who have assisted and continue to stand in tion was inspired by Todd Beamer who Now we have come, Mr. Speaker, to solidarity with the United States against started the response with that phrase, this day a year later. The sun rose in terrorism in the aftermath of the September ‘‘Let’s roll.’’ the east today, and this great east 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; Our early responders in New York coast of this great land was the first to (7) discourages, in the strongest possible City, after the tragic loss of life fol- experience this morning. We woke a terms, any effort to confuse the war on ter- lowing American Flight 11, American little wiser, a little more aware, a lit- rorism with a war on any people or any faith; Flight 77, and in Northern Virginia tle sadder, but we awoke with opti- (8) commends the President and the brave mism, love, resolve and courage, and servicemen and women of the United States after the horrible nightmare of United Armed Forces in the successful effort to oust Flight 175, our early responders came we will be that way for so long as this the Taliban from power; from our communities: firemen, police- great Nation shall endure. (9) remains resolved to pursue all those re- men, and emergency workers of all Mr. GEPHARDT. Mr. Speaker, I yield sponsible for the terrorist attacks of Sep- types. They rushed to the danger and myself such time as I may consume. tember 11, 2001, and their sponsors until they saved lives. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to cospon- are discovered and punished; and We struggled through that day with sor this resolution with the gentleman (10) reaffirms that Congress will honor the doubt, uncertainty and fear. But as the from Texas (Mr. ARMEY) in the spirit of memory of those who lost their lives as a re- bipartisan unity on this difficult day sult of the September 11, 2001, terrorist at- day wore on, we became more a Nation tacks and will defend bravely the citizens of of resolve and less a Nation of fear. We for our wonderful and great Nation. the United States in the face of all future began to build our way back to con- We gather together today to remem- challenges. fidence and optimism on that very ber the victims, honor our rescue work- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- same day. America had the unwelcome ers, and cherish the values embraced tleman from Texas (Mr. ARMEY) is rec- need to see its own heroes fight for sur- by human beings across the globe. On ognized for 1 hour. vival and rescue on our own land, and this first anniversary of September 11, Mr. ARMEY. Mr. Speaker, I yield the our heroes rose to the occasion in a we recall the strength, the courage and customary 30 minutes to the gen- way that has inspired each and every the character of innocent people who tleman from Missouri (Mr. GEPHARDT), one of us. lost their lives in this horrendous at- the Democrat leader and cosponsor of In New York City and Pennsylvania tack. the resolution, pending which I yield and here in Northern Virginia, they did To the families of September 11 vic- myself such time as I may consume. so no more nor any less than they tims, we say that we are with them as Mr. Speaker, a year ago today the would have in Kansas City, San Fran- one. We honor the bravery they have east coast of this great land woke up to cisco, or Houston because they dis- demonstrated in the face of unspeak- the first rays of morning sunshine. We played the character of a free people able suffering, and we honor the spirit woke up as a Nation, full of optimism, who cherish their freedom and love of the American people, humanity at full of gratification, aware of our free- their neighbors. its best. doms, but probably taking them for Now we have been asked to go on Today, we recall that amid the chaos granted. We were concerned about the with the task of ridding the world of of September 11 our rescue workers people we love, with the confidence the evil that struck that blow. We gave the last full measure of devotion they would all be there. We were ex- again call upon our heroes, now not so so others could live another day. Hun- cited about the business of the day often, not so many civilians, but hon- dreds of people rushed into burning with hopes of good outcomes, and dear- orable men and women in uniform who buildings to save others who they had ly involved with our children with an have stood before the history of this never before even met. On one of our understanding of their safety. We did great Nation’s marvelous tradition of darkest days, they sent forth a defiant not think about heinous deeds when we defending freedom, peace and respect ray of hope, and words alone could woke that morning. Our minds were and have said, ‘‘I will volunteer to never do justice to their sacrifice. busy with our plans and hopes, dreams serve this Nation in its armed serv- Today, we also recognize this funda- and schemes; and we went about our ices.’’ mental American truth: From the hor- day’s work. These new young heroes, following ror of September 11 has come incred- Then, all of a sudden, out of the dark generations of heroes past, are now ible, unimaginable strength. Our Na- depths of the evil corners of the world, being asked daily all across this globe tion is still grieving, but make no mis- hatred, meanness, despair, jealousy, to incur risks and hardship to find the take, we stand united. greed, whatever, rose to afflict this Na- evil ones and remove them. As I said Friday in New York at our tion. I believe the perpetrators of evil that joint session, in this great and faithful We were shocked at what we saw. launched this horrible attack have seen struggle, there are no Republicans, First, most of us thought it was an ac- in ways they have never dared to imag- there are no Democrats; there are only cident and how tragic it was. But soon, ine the character and strength of this Americans, and we will remain re- we realized it was a vicious, premedi- great Nation. They now know the resolved with our President to defend all

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.002 H11PT1 H6176 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 those who threaten the liberty, free- breath of dawn, make you to shine like difficulties of life, we instinctively dom and democracy that define our Na- the sun, and hold you in the palm of seek to identify problems in order to tion. His hand.’’ focus our efforts and move towards so- Today, as we pray for the victims’ May God shed His grace on this great lutions. In the past year we have done families, we also offer profound grati- and wonderful country and all of our this. tude to the people who may well have people. We have come to know our enemies saved our lives by fighting back on Mr. ARMEY. Mr. Speaker, I ask and direct our determination and re- Flight 93. This resolution is crafted in unanimous consent to yield the resources to uncovering their hiding their spirit, with them as our inspira- mainder of my time to the gentleman places and plans. We are now engaged tion and as our guide. from Illinois (Mr. HYDE), the chairman in designing and implementing meas- This resolution honors people like of the Committee on International Re- ures to resist their ability to harm us. the man who went to Ground Zero after lations, and that he be permitted to The challenge is an entirely new one, the attacks and started digging control that time. but one which gains in clarity each through the rubble, searching for sur- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. day. I hope all of us are now aware that vivors, because, he said, we are SIMPSON). Without objection, the gen- in addition to our successes, we must ‘‘digging for freedom.’’ tleman from Illinois (Mr. HYDE) will prepare ourselves for the likelihood of It honors the woman whose legs were control the time of the gentleman from failures in a struggle that may have no crushed by debris at the World Trade Texas (Mr. ARMEY). end. Center, who has been in the hospital There was no objection. By infusing purpose, action can thus every day for the past year. Mr. GEPHARDT. Mr. Speaker, I ask fill many voids, but the need remains It honors the firefighters in New unanimous consent that the gentleman to understand what happened and to York who, ascending the stairs, calmly from California (Mr. LANTOS), the comprehend the meaning of the events told civilians, ‘‘Just keep going down, ranking member on the Committee on of that day. Here words give way to si- clear run. Keep going down, clear run.’’ International Relations, be permitted lence, for deep reflection is the predi- It honors the doctors at the Pentagon to control the balance of my time and cate to understanding. Our modern, ra- who, rolling in water to ward off the yield that time as he sees fit. tional world once promised in time to flames, saved countless servicemen and The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without reveal all secrets to us, but can we still women because of their raw courage. objection, the gentleman from Cali- cling to that belief now that we have It honors the ironworkers, the con- fornia (Mr. LANTOS) will control the re- been confronted with things we struction workers, the engineers and mainder of the time for the minority thought long past, vanquished and others who worked around the clock leader. erased from the world by reason and for months to clear the debris at There was no objection. light? Ground Zero. GENERAL LEAVE The modern world has seen many ef- It honors all the workers at the Pen- Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- forts to eliminate God from our lives, tagon who worked day and night to mous consent that all Members may but we have not been able to eliminate meet the schedule of having the Pen- evil. The last century was unparalleled have 5 legislative days within which to tagon back in perfect condition before in human history in its celebration of revise and extend their remarks and in- the year anniversary of September 11. the savagery that human beings can clude extraneous material on H. Con. It honors our law enforcement per- wreak upon one another. We had hoped Res. 464. sonnel who are protecting our citizens we might escape that fate in this cen- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there on a daily basis here at home. tury, but now we know that we will objection to the request of the gen- It honors the members of our Armed not. Forces who have been fighting and are tleman from Illinois? We have been forcibly awakened from There was no objection. today fighting to defend our freedom our dreams of an earthly heaven by the Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- and secure our Nation. bitter knowledge that evil still roams self such time as I may consume. And it honors people like those we freely in the world. We cannot allow Mr. Speaker, it has been a year since had lunch with on Friday in New York ourselves to be paralyzed with despair the world watched the impossible hap- who lost their spouses on September 11. or fear, and neither can we permit our pen, and yet it is difficult to believe In the face of the unthinkable, their natural optimism to shield us from the that such a year has passed so quickly. courage, their simple courage to move realities of the world. If there is any to the future while they grieved about The sense and feel of time have been useful thing to be drawn from this ter- the past, was deeply moving and inspir- altered, seemingly suspended even as rible experience, it is that we have ing. They demonstrated a commitment the calendar’s relentless progress has been given an unmistakable warning to the values that all of us hold dear: remained unaffected. that in this new century, unknown and Freedom, family, faith and friends. On this first anniversary, we would fearsome challenges await us, chal- Let all these deeds in the past year, only deceive ourselves if we were to be- lenges that will impose the severest and more, stand as a lasting monument lieve that those events are now safely test of our national character. to the spirit of our great Nation. confined to the past. We will continue Knowing this, we have a duty to pre- Today, we know that our most sol- to live with them all our lives. pare ourselves to defend not only our emn obligation is to ensure that those Modern communications have lives and those of our children, not who died on September 11 did not die in brought us many new and wonderful only our beloved country, not only our vain. In the days and weeks ahead, let things, but they have also made pos- freedoms, but civilization itself. We are us continue to work together with hu- sible the communal experience of trag- Rome, beset by new barbarians who are mility to protect our people, guard our edy. In this new age, distance will no savagely motivated by their immense freedoms, and report to the world that longer spare us, nor can an absence of hatred of us, of our happiness and our America will never be defeated. ties insulate us, from sorrow. success, of the promise America rep- Let us move forward as one Nation, All who witnessed the events of Sep- resents for the world; for our enemies one people, for the sake of every single tember 11 still bear the scars of seeing have no aim except destruction, noth- person who believes in freedom and be- inconceivable images and impossible ing to offer but a forced march back to lieves in civilization and believes in events unfold in real time. But our own a bleak and dismal past. Theirs is a humanity. experiences, however painful, cannot world without light; their all-encom- Let me end with the words of an old compare with that of the innocents passing hatred a repudiation of any hymn that I love so much. When we who bore the horror directly, nor with saving grace. face the unexplainable, when we face that of their families and friends who evil, many of us turn to God. And, as were suddenly and violently severed b 1245 we did one year ago, we ask again from their former lives and from the Their victory would impose a new today for God’s help. touch of those deeply loved. Dark Age, but this time perhaps an As the hymn says, ‘‘And He will raise We Americans are a practical people. endless one. They are enemies of the you up on eagles wings, bear you on the Instead of resigning ourselves to the future itself.

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.007 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6177 As we resolve ourselves to our task, and do impact on our daily lives in un- engaged in a great war, testing wheth- as we grieve for all of those linked to predictable and even unthinkable ways. er our Nation, or any nation so con- us by tragedy, we may also see our- We have matured too, Mr. Speaker, ceived and so dedicated, can long en- selves more truly and thereby under- in our understanding of the meaning of dure. For our own sake and for the stand that our great strengths are the term ‘‘homeland security.’’ Sep- sake of free societies, we must con- interwoven with many fragile things, tember 11 made clear that our safety is tinue our fight. and that being human, we have our as dependent upon a strong foreign pol- Mr. Speaker, on this first anniver- faults and flaws to contend with as icy as it is upon strong domestic de- sary of September 11, 2001, we mourn well. The threats we face have given us fenses. There is no homefront in this the victims, we honor the heroes, we a greater sense of how rare and wonder- fight, only a united front in which our contemplate the lessons, and we cele- ful is the world we share and of our re- domestic and foreign policies form a brate the unity of our Nation so proud- sponsibility to protect it from the single seamless defense against ter- ly displayed since that fateful day. One storms outside. rorism. Among the many casualties of year ago, we suffered a grievous wound. It is for these reasons that we re- September 11 was the false dichotomy One year later, that wound has begun member those 3,000 fellow citizens who, between domestic and foreign policy. to heal and the scar it has left has asking nothing other than to live their Now, a year later, we face a new chal- toughened our skin, but it has not and lives in peace, were brutally murdered lenge. It is incumbent upon us now to will not harden our hearts or dampen by men without conscience or mercy. prosecute this war against terrorism our spirits. God bless this great Nation. not simply in our own self defense, but We know it is right to remember our Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of in defense of the principle of democ- dead and commend them to the mercy my time. of God, because should we forget them, racy that is at the very core of our Na- we would only invite new acts of ter- tion. The terrorists and their protec- Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I yield such ror. We remember because, to quote tors fear the freedom we cherish, and time as he may consume to the gen- Lincoln’s haunting phrase, ‘‘the mystic they seek to destroy it wherever it tleman from Florida (Mr. GOSS). chords of memory’’ bind us to the vic- thrives. The war on terrorism, then, is (Mr. GOSS asked and was given per- tims and the heroes of September 11. a common struggle with all democ- mission to revise and extend his re- And we shall not break faith with racies to preserve democracy itself, marks.) their memory. and we can only achieve true victory in Mr. GOSS. Mr. Speaker, I thank the May those who died in the attacks of this epic struggle when we bring de- distinguished chairman of the com- September 11 rest in the mercy of God. mocracy to all the corners of the globe. mittee for yielding me this time. I am May those of us who remain be stead- In his address before a joint session obviously here to join my colleagues in fast, courageous, and live lives worthy of Congress on September 20 of last honoring the memory of those who died of their great sacrifice. year, the President defined our adver- in the terrorist attacks of a year ago Mr. Speaker, H. Con. Res. 464 ex- saries in this war as the perpetrators of this day and to underscore with grati- presses our gratitude to our friends and the September 11 attacks and their tude the amazing valor displayed by underscores the Nation’s resolve to protectors. He further widened the war them. meet the enemy and defeat them. I be- in his State of the Union address to in- I am sure every American remembers lieve passage of this resolution will clude other terrorist organizations and where they were and what they were commemorate those heroic actions of states that terrorize the world with doing when these ignominious attacks last September 11 and stand as an im- weapons of mass destruction. occurred. For me, I recall finding portant symbolic gesture which all We must now widen our struggle fur- Speaker HASTERT in his office, ur- Members should support. ther still to encompass all those re- gently gazing out the window down the Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of pressive, undemocratic regimes that Mall, looking at the smoke coming my time. provide the breeding ground for ter- from the Pentagon. I urged immediate Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, at the rorism. It is only through the creation evacuation, and the Speaker said, stop. outset, let me commend my good friend of open societies, resilient to dissent First, we must open the House and and distinguished colleague, the gen- and capable of free debate, that ter- have a prayer. So part of my memory tleman from Illinois (Mr. HYDE), for his rorism can truly be defeated. includes our short gathering in this powerful and thoughtful statement; It is in the crucible of the Middle Chamber and the earnest and moving and I identify myself with both the East where this greater struggle must prayer by the guest chaplain of that sentiments and the words that we have now be waged. It is not enough to de- day, Reverend Gerald Creedon. just heard. feat Osama bin Laden and his minions, I would like to begin my remarks Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong although that we surely must do. We this day recalling that prayer. He said, support of this historic resolution, and must also combat the repression, the ‘‘God of peace and life, send Your spirit I yield myself such time as I might lies, and the hatred that consume so to heal our country; bring consolation consume. many in this crucial region. The to all injured in today’s tragedy in New Mr. Speaker, just a bit over a year United States and our allies must re- York and Washington. Protect us and ago, I had the great honor of joining commit ourselves to bringing demo- help our leaders to lead us out of this my good friend, the distinguished cratic institutions and free and open moment of crisis to a new day of peace. chairman of the Committee on Inter- societies to these peoples. Amen.’’ national Relations, the gentleman It is tempting, Mr. Speaker, amid the from Illinois (Mr. HYDE), in managing grief of this day to find solace in the What Reverend Creedon did not the debate on the resolution con- victories we have achieved in the war know, and what none of us knew here, demning the September 11 terrorist at- against terrorism to date. And indeed, was that more casualties were to come tacks. On that day, I spoke of our Na- the brave men and women of our armed in a field in Pennsylvania shortly after tion’s loss of innocence. America’s illu- services engaged in Afghanistan and his prayer and our very hasty adjourn- sions of invulnerability were violently around the globe deserve our deepest ment that day. Actually, this was not shattered on September 11, 2001; and praise and gratitude for their battle- Father Creedon’s original prayer; he our Nation turned its focus on far field achievements. had prepared one on the topic of immi- greater concerns than some of the fol- But we must not grow complacent in gration. But realizing the gravity of lies and frivolities that had consumed this epic fight, a fight that may span the situation, he spontaneously gave us us prior to that day. generations. To do so would dishonor heartfelt, wonderful words which were Since September 11 last year, we those who perished on this day one suitable to the moment and which are have matured as a Nation. We Ameri- year ago, and to do so would undermine posted on the wall of my office to this cans have come to terms with the ter- the cause of democracy worldwide. day as a daily reminder. rible reality that ours continues to be In the immortal words of President To the more than 3,000 people who a most dangerous world from which Lincoln, repeated at the World Trade lost their lives that day at the World there is no escape. Distant events can Center this morning, we are a nation Trade Center, the Pentagon, and

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.040 H11PT1 H6178 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 United Flight 93, we owe continuing re- against-military matter; 9–11 was a vi- So on this September 11, let us remembrance, deep thanks, and respon- cious attack on civilians and on free- dedicate ourselves to honoring the sive action. A year ago today, terror- dom. memory of those who died by con- ists attacked Americans and citizens of It is obvious that all of us have had tinuing to stand up to terror and to scores of other countries who were on to deal with new restrictions on the fear. Then let us also look to the future our U.S. soil. We, along with a broad way we live our lives; but we have also and the young people who are pre- coalition of nations, have taken up the developed a sense of pride, of patience, paring to join the fray. Our youth, who challenge of combating the scourge of and individual responsibility as we go some thought might be becoming a bit global terrorism. It is serious business. about our lives to bring us closer as apathetic, or were perhaps now taking President Bush has left no doubt about Americans. this great country for granted, are now his commitment to have our Nation The terrorists thought they would applying in record numbers to service lead the way. destroy our spirit; but instead, they re- academies, to police and fire depart- Last year the fight came to the door- newed it. Destroying the will of the ments, the military, the FBI, the CIA, step of each and every American cit- enemy to fight is the common measure and other government service. They izen; and within the very first minutes of victory in war. bin Laden and his de- are our future and they are ready. of September 11, 2001, our Nation re- praved extremists fueled our resolve to September 11 will come again next sponded as one. I would like to dedicate wipe his brand of evil from a civilized year and every year thereafter. It is my short time today to celebrating the world. now part of who we are. Woe to those men and women, ordinary Americans, In addition to people all over Amer- who would ever test us again. who have fought back; the quiet he- ica who have stepped up to the plate, Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am roes. our government has also become more pleased to yield 3 minutes to the gen- Let me begin with Ceecee Lyles, a alert, more focused, and more vigilant. tlewoman from the District of Colum- flight attendant of Flight 93, who was a We all must recognize the dedication bia (Ms. NORTON), our distinguished resident of my district of southwest and sacrifice of the thousands of indi- colleague from our capital city who Florida. A former police patrol officer viduals in government service who are represents Washington with such grace detective, she had spent 6 years risking out there on the front lines. They are and effectiveness. her life to protect others in that serv- protecting you and me, and they are Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I thank ice. In December of 2000, mindful of her making us proud. They know we are the gentleman for yielding time to me, young children and looking for a less counting on them at a time when it and for his kind and gracious words. dangerous career, she enrolled as a matters. September 11 will always be a day to flight attendant school candidate; and Every new day as we wake up safe remember; but for us, it must also be a 6 weeks later, she began flying for and sound in our homes here, I hope we day to consider how to go on. If one United Airlines out of Newark. remember to say just a little thank lives or works here, as Members do, we At 9:58 on September 11, only 5 min- you to those out there for the work remember that no sooner had Sep- utes after the House recessed for the they are doing. Whether fighting al tember 11 come than we had October day under the dire circumstances then Qaeda in Afghanistan and Pakistan, and the anthrax tragedies that oc- apparent, Ceecee called her husband, working the streets in Africa, Latin curred, beginning in the Brentwood Lorne, in Fort Myers, who is a police America, Europe, or Asia, perhaps post office, and spread even to this officer there, from her plane to tell working in a cubicle in the D.C. area, very Congress. him that her flight had been hijacked. or as part of the joint terrorism task Yet, Mr. Speaker, though some may Her words: ‘‘I called to tell you I love force in a U.S. city, these are the intel- consider the capital city a target city, you. Tell the kids I love them.’’ Her ligence officers, the military and civil- I can come to the floor this afternoon last words that we know of were, ‘‘I ian personnel who in all likelihood will and say I have never felt myself to be think they are going to do it. They are not receive public recognition for the a target. That is probably because I am forcing their way into the cockpit.’’ work they do; yet they do work long an American, and it may be in part be- hours, often in places far from friends cause I was a small child in this city b 1300 and family, and sometimes at very during World War II. Therefore, I am And then the phone went dead. great personal risk. I regrettably ac- blessed and perhaps burdened by the In this Chamber, we owe a particular knowledge that sometimes they do not notion of American invincibility. I do debt of gratitude to CeeCee Lyles and come home. not believe that simply because of our her companions on Flight 93, and we all Johnny Michael Spann was a CIA of- military might. Somehow I believe know it. That flight may very well ficer, a husband, and a father of three. that my country cannot and will not be have been heading to Washington when He went into Afghanistan in an early defeated ever from within or without. it crashed into Shanksville, Pennsyl- phase of the war to collect information It is simply part of the way I was vania. Without prompting or training, crucial to defeating the Taliban and to raised, and it is part of the way we the passengers and crew fought back, protecting Americans at home. He was must raise our children. and in doing so, saved many additional killed last November during a prisoner I know how one’s spirit can be bro- lives; possibly, our lives right here in uprising in Mazar-e-Sharif, which was ken when one goes to the funerals of the Capitol, for as we now know, many particularly brutal, as we now know. three small children and their teacher believe, and there is some evidence, Finally, I would like to recognize who went down in the plane at the Pen- that the Capitol was the intended tar- that since last September every Amer- tagon. It can try one’s spirit. But the get of Flight 93. ican has been engaged in combatting fact is, I regard those children as rep- FBI Director Mueller, speaking at terrorism. We have been more vigilant, resentatives of all who lost their lives the crash site in Pennsylvania, said, aware and alert, reporting leads to the in September and October of last year; ‘‘We believe that those passengers on police and FBI in record numbers. We and somehow or the other, remem- that jet were absolute heroes.’’ Wallace have volunteered time and resources to bering September 11 and the October Miller, the coroner for the case, called our communities. We have been more anthrax tragedies through the lives of the passengers citizen soldiers. He went patient as we have tried new security these 11-year-old children and their on to ask: ‘‘When can you think of, procedures at airports and public build- teachers, random targets, has in- other than the Revolution or our Civil ings, even though some of them have structed me how to go on. War or at Pearl Harbor, where Amer- clearly turned out to be unworkable. I believe we will defeat terrorism. I ican citizens died defending their home We have maintained our basic freedoms tell you, it is part of my core belief. ground?’’ and our democracy in the face of fur- What I think we have to learn to do is But let us reflect a moment on our ther terrorist threat. We still fly, we go to maintain an open society in the history. While many would compare 9– to the mall, we cheer on our sports process. No society has ever faced what 11 to the devastation of Pearl Harbor, teams, we drive over bridges, we speak we have today. No society has ever had there is a significant difference. Pearl our minds, and we assemble where we to face keeping itself wide open while Harbor was, after all, a military- choose. understanding that terror lies within.

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.011 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6179 I am a native Washingtonian, a who are out there defending freedom b 1315 fourth-generation Washingtonian. We and democracy on the front lines of our We are a peaceful, tolerant and com- live here and feel ourselves the stew- war on terrorism. Let us pray, too, for passionate people. The evidence of ards of the Nation’s capital. As such, their safe return and their eventual tri- that, Mr. Speaker, lies throughout our we cannot stand by and see the Na- umph. great Nation. tion’s capital ever be closed, because if As we reflect today upon our exten- Since September 11 private charities it is closed or seems to close down, the sive losses on the anniversary of trag- have raised more than $2.4 billion, pri- rest of America will believe it must fol- edy and horror, let us also remember vate charities, more than $2.4 billion to low behind. the valor, the patriotism, and the assist survivors. Former President If this is to be an open and free soci- unity of our Nation in its darkest hour. Clinton and former Senate majority ety, it must begin with an open and That date, 9–11, was not only a turning leader Bob Dole joined to raise $105 free Washington, D.C. I am proud of the point in the history of our great Na- million to pay for college for the chil- Congress for keeping our Chambers tion, but also the world. As we seek dren and spouses of those killed or dis- open, for doing all we can to keep this God’s blessing for our Nation and for abled. More than 3,000 people download city open, and for remembering that the victims and heroes of September 11, applications for Americorps every when we are open, the rest of the coun- let us all pledge to work together to week; more than 76,000 have requested try will feel itself open. Finally we make our world a safer place in which Peace Corps applications; and more will, I believe, have the rest of the to live. than 48,000 have signed up for Citizen world believe they, too, must open Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am Corps programs. Yes, Mr. Speaker, this their societies to us and to the rest of pleased to yield such time as he may is a generous, compassionate and giv- the world. consume to the distinguished gen- ing Nation. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman tleman from Maryland (Mr. HOYER), Closer to home, Donn Marshall of for bringing this resolution to the Marbury, Maryland, refused to let the floor. one of the true statesmen in this body. Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I thank savagery of 9–11 define the life and loss Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased of his beloved wife, Shelley. Shelley to yield such time as he may consume my friend, the gentleman from Cali- fornia (Mr. LANTOS), for yielding me was an employee of the Defense Intel- to the gentleman from New York (Mr. ligence Agency and she was one of the ILMAN), the chairman emeritus of the this time. G 20 Fifth Congressional District resi- Committee on International Relations. I am pleased to join him and also my dents and 53 Marylanders who were (Mr. GILMAN asked and was given very close friend, the gentleman from taken from their family and friends by permission to revise and extend his re- Illinois (Mr. HYDE), in recognizing and marks.) remembering. As well, I am pleased to the mindless acts of savagery on 9–11. Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, I thank follow the remarks of my friend, the Rather than give in, however, to unblinking but justified anger, Donn our chairman for yielding time to me. gentleman from New York (Mr. GIL- has given his sorrow meaning. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong MAN). All three of these gentlemen, Mr. In tribute to his wife, Shelley, he es- support of House Concurrent Resolu- Speaker, have been in the forefront of tablished the Shelley A. Marshall tion 464, commemorating the tragic focusing on the foreign policy of the Foundation, an irrevocable trust that events of 9–11. I commend our distin- United States. All three have focused funds children’s story hours at public guished majority leader, the gentleman on the extension of liberty and justice libraries, creative writing contests at from Texas (Mr. ARMEY); our distin- and freedom throughout this world. All colleges, and tea parties at nursing guished Committee on International three have focused on human rights homes that bring senior citizens and Relations chairman, the gentleman and the recognition of the rights of in- high school students together. from Illinois (Mr. HYDE); and our rank- dividuals. How appropriate it is that ing minority member, the gentleman The aftermath of 9–11 has seen count- these three leaders lead us in this re- less other acts, Mr. Speaker, of gen- from California (Mr. LANTOS), for membrance. bringing this measure to the floor at erosity, community and courage, in Mr. Speaker, none of us, none of us your district, Mr. Speaker, in mine, this time. will forget where we were when we On that day, 1 year ago, our Nation and in the districts of every Member of learned the news. None of us, I think, this House, which is to say in every was deliberately and barbarically at- will forget those 84 minutes from 8:46 tacked by terrorists at New York’s corner of this Nation. From the local a.m. on September 11, 2001, when the World Trade Center, at the Pentagon, police officers and firefighters who North Tower was struck, to 84 minutes and on Flight 93 over Pennsylvania. It raced towards danger at the Pentagon later when the crash of the jet from is our solemn duty today to reflect on and Ground Zero in New York City, to Pennsylvania precluded the success of those terrorist events and to memori- the Facchina Construction Company in the terrorists in striking this Capitol. alize those who perished needlessly at my district and those employees who the hands of those criminals. None of us, Mr. Speaker, will ever completed their reconstruction work at forget. In an instant on that Tuesday My 20th Congressional District in the Pentagon 31⁄2 months early, even New York lost more than 90 innocent morning, now known simply as 9–11, after their La Plata headquarters was lives on that terrible day. We join in the generation of Americans, this gen- devastated and destroyed by a tornado extending our condolences to all of the eration of Americans, suffered its Pearl just a few months ago, to the local art- 9–11 victims, and to their families and Harbor. In an instant, or more accu- ist in my district who raised $5,000 for to their loved ones, and at the same rately, I suppose, in 84 minutes, more the widows and children of firefighters time, reminding them of our Nation’s than 3,000 innocent human beings, from the sale of 9–11 T-shirts that he unrelenting determination to bring to many of uncommon courage, were mur- designed. justice all those who carried out these dered by criminals of unbounded evil. Mr. Speaker, the terrorists who evil acts. Words, Mr. Speaker, cannot convey sought to break our spirit only for- As our Nation stands together today the depth of pain inflicted on this Na- tified that spirit. Their barbarism rein honoring the innocent men and tion and its people 1 year ago. The pain minded us of our inevitable vulner- women who were taken from us on 9–11, endures and will remain. Today we re- ability but also reminded us that we we also pay tribute to our firefighters, member all those who were taken on are a part of something much greater to the police officers, to the rescue that horrific day. Our thoughts and our than ourselves. We are the land of the workers, and to all the citizens who prayers are with those who survived free because, Mr. Speaker, we are the bravely mounted the largest rescue op- and those who lost loved ones, as well home of the brave. eration in history under the most un- as with the brave men and women this More than 40 years ago President thinkable conditions. Their countless very hour defending freedom here at Kennedy stirred our Nation when he heroic acts on 9–11 mark it both as a home and abroad. said that, ‘‘The energy, the faith, the day of tragedy as well as triumph. In many ways, such unspeakable acts devotion that we bring to this endeavor Let us also pause today to salute the have clarified our purpose, steeled our will light our country and all who men and women of our Armed Forces resolve, and confirmed who we are. serve it.’’ And he correctly concluded

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.038 H11PT1 H6180 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 that, ‘‘The glow from that fire can say, One can chase a thousand, in the with some of the names and the faces truly light the world.’’ Old Testament. Two can chase 10,000. of the victims. Rhode Island was The fire of freedom, Mr. Speaker, What that means is whenever God’s touched personally by this tragedy forged the American character and it children get together with a common through the loss of several who called burns deep within our soul. The ashes purpose, spirit of unity, God anoints our State home. David and Lynn of tragedy have rekindled that spirit; that unity and supernatural things can Angell, Carol Bouchard, Renee Newell, and one year later, the world must happen. We have seen that in this Mark Charette, Michael Gould, Amy know freedom’s light still burns bright- country as we have come together. We Jarret, Kathryn Laborie, Shawn ly and its eternal truth shall never, need to do it more often. We need to Nassaney and Lynn Goodchild. We never, never be extinguished. May God, continue the unity that this tragedy learned about these individuals, their Mr. Speaker, continue to bless and brought to this great Nation. interests and their lives. We have guide America as we continue our com- Mr. Speaker, today is a day of re- prayed for their families and loved mitment to a just Nation and the de- solve. We live in a new and difficult ones and responded to their grief with fense and extension of freedom. time. We stand today, my generation, compassion. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. on the shoulders of the greatest gen- As in the past, Americans offered SIMPSON). Without objection, the generation. A generation that I grew up sympathy and support to those touched tleman from Nebraska (Mr. BEREUTER) admiring and continue to admire. The by tragedy, reminding us that though will control the time on the majority greatest generation rightly earned the terrorists attacked our Nation, side. their place in our country’s history be- they did not and they cannot damage There was no objection. cause of their dedication and their sac- our spirit. Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I yield rifice. My generation has been called On this solemn occasion I pay tribute such time as he may consume to the the ‘‘me generation.’’ We are self-ab- to those who lost their lives, to their distinguished gentleman from Ten- sorbed, self-consuming, lazy, maybe friends and families who continue to nessee (Mr. WAMP). not even capable of having what it grieve, to the American heroes who (Mr. WAMP asked and was given per- takes. But I believe that in the last dedicated themselves to rescue and re- mission to revise and extend his re- year, thanks to our domestic warriors, covery efforts, to our service men and marks.) our first responders, our troops on the women who are defending our Nation Mr. WAMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise in home front, our firefighters and law en- against the ongoing threat of terrorism support of this important resolution forcement personnel and EMTs, and and to the spirit of America which has and I thank the leadership of both sides the bravery and courage that they have helped us endure these difficult times for their initiative. shown, this ‘‘me generation’’ may be and will grow stronger from our sac- Mr. Speaker, this is a day of remem- becoming the ‘‘we generation.’’ More rifices. brance, a day of remembering over 3,000 selflessness, more sacrifice, more cour- God bless America. individual persons who died at the age than I have seen in my lifetime has Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I ask hands of people who were so deranged been demonstrated in the last year. unanimous consent that the time for I even see the joy in the eyes of the that they also died in their killings of debate on this resolution be extended greatest generation as they look in innocents in America. A day of remem- 60 minutes to be equally divided be- their later years at what has happened bering 3,000 families that will never tween the majority and the minority. in the last year with some amazement again be the same, but the families The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there and incredible pride to say to this gen- through their sacrifice have definitely objection to the request of the generation, you have what it takes, too. contributed to a better America be- tleman from Nebraska? And I am glad because the days ahead cause of what they have given. A day of There was no objection. are uncertain, challenges are many. We remembering the sacrifice and courage Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I yield may have many difficult times that we that was demonstrated, manifesting such time as he may consume to the itself as love, immediately overtook must go through ahead; but, Mr. Speaker, we have what it takes because distinguished gentleman from Dela- hate, incredible love that sent warm ware (Mr. CASTLE). feelings throughout the world towards we inherited a legacy of courage and honor and valor and we must answer Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, I thank the United States of America. It is a the gentleman from Nebraska (Mr. BE- day of emotion. this call to courage because what is at stake is freedom. REUTER) for yielding me time, and I I was at the Pentagon this morning, thank the sponsors of the Patriot reso- as were many of my colleagues and our It is fragile. It is a powerful force much like unity and love, but it is lution which I rise in strong support of President and the Secretary of Defense. fragile. We must not rest. We must not this afternoon. I was there last year right after the grow complacent over time. We must Today is a solemn day to reflect on Pentagon was struck. The stench of be vigilant. We must be willing to fight the lives lost and the families who have war, death and destruction a year ago and to die to preserve freedom. been altered forever by the terrorist at- was replaced this morning by the smell Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield tacks last September 11. of new construction, a breeze that blew such time as he may consume to my In the aftermath of these devastating up the dust of a construction site now good friend and distinguished colleague attacks, the American public and peo- complete, sparkling new windows, and from Rhode Island (Mr. LANGEVIN). ple around the world came to realize a whole new day at the Pentagon. A (Mr. LANGEVIN asked and was given that thousands of innocent Americans day of sadness for great loss. A day of permission to revise and extend his re- and others from many nations and joy for the Phoenix project and that marks.) walks of life perished because evil new beginning. A day of humility. Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, today I forces wanted to strike at the heart of I continue to be in awe of this job, join millions of people in solemn reflec- this great Nation. this country, and the people of Amer- tion on the tragic events of September Today and forever we will grieve for ica. A day of national pride as we stand 11, 2001. all of the victims. We have listened to together with our President and our One year has passed since that hor- the reading of the names of those lost leadership. A day of deep and abiding rific day thrust the world into shock but who, more importantly, are the love for our fellow man of all denomi- and sadness; and while some pain has family, friends and loved ones of those nations from all around the world. God subsided, our wounds have not entirely who are still on this Earth and miss created each of us. But a day of right- healed, particularly for those who lost them today. eous anger for what has happened, and loved ones in New York, Pennsylvania, a desire for justice to be served, but for and Washington. However, by respond- b 1330 our country to never extract revenge. ing to this tragedy with hope and de- September 11 will always be etched in Mr. Speaker, today is a day of unity termination, our Nation has grown the minds of all Americans and our in this House and across this land. The stronger. families and friends throughout the Holy Scripture says that unity is a su- As the initial confusion of the at- world. Today we remember our heroes pernatural anointing of God. The words tacks subsided, we became familiar who gave their lives so others may live,

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.042 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6181 our brave citizens, firefighters, police ’tis the star spangled banner. O, long Speaker, in the aftermath of the events officers, and emergency personnel. The may it wave of September 11, decided to create an outpouring of emotion, generosity, and Over the land of the free and the entity within the House of Representa- courageousness of mankind continues home of the brave.’’ tives to focus on the problems of ter- to touch us daily. Now is not only the That is what we showed the world on rorism. He placed that responsibility in time for remembrance of the past but September 11. We showed them that we the House Permanent Select Com- also a time to look forward to living could in fact survive. And today I take mittee on Intelligence and created our lives with vigor and joy. We are a time to salute those first responders under the gentleman from Florida (Mr. country that stands more united than who helped us survive, the police, the GOSS) a new subcommittee to focus ex- ever before. Our diversity has strength- firefighters, the paramedics, all the clusively on terrorism, and that sub- ened us and our pride in America con- medical professionals, and just plain committee is chaired by the distin- tinues to grow. On this pain-filled first ordinary people, the volunteers, the guished gentleman from Georgia (Mr. anniversary, we stand tall defending men and women of the United States CHAMBLISS), and the ranking minority freedom, working for peace, and seek- military who too today stand at the member is the gentlewoman from Cali- ing justice. We must continue to sup- front line of freedom and opportunity fornia (Ms. HARMAN). A report they port one another, and we must remain and justice, the unsung heroes, many have prepared for the House is excep- committed and united in the war of whom will not and did not live to tionally insightful, very important in against terrorism and use all of our tell their own story. We honor them our work here; and I commend the gen- might to bring to justice all of those and yesterday belongs to the families, tleman and the gentlewoman from involved with the attacks. Today we the families of those who lost their California for their effort. pledge to do everything in our power to lives and the families of survivors. We Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as he defeat terrorism and to make our Na- honor them and we thank them. may consume to the gentleman from I spoke today to a family member tion stronger in every way that has Georgia (Mr. CHAMBLISS). who lost his wife in Somerset, Pennsyl- made it a beacon of freedom and oppor- Mr. CHAMBLISS. Mr. Speaker, I vania; and his words were chilling to tunity in the entire world. thank the gentleman from Nebraska me. It reminded me of the importance May God bless America. (Mr. BEREUTER) for his very kind com- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 of the resolve of this Nation and of this ments, and it was a very bipartisan ef- minutes to the distinguished gentle- government. He said simply, ‘‘I do not fort that allowed us to produce what I understand. I’m still living through woman from Texas (Ms. JACKSON-LEE). think is a very informative report. (Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas asked this. I do not know how I’m going to Mr. Speaker, today I rise in strong and was given permission to revise and get through it.’’ He, however, may take support of this resolution. On the anni- extend her remarks.) comfort in the way that America has versary of September 11, we remember Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. come together, how we have comforted the innocent victims of last year’s ter- Speaker, I thank the distinguished gen- each other. He may take comfort in rorist attack against our Nation and tleman for yielding me this time. And knowing that anytime we are attacked, pay tribute to the heroes who risked I thank the authors of this resolution we will stand unified together. Their their lives to save others. today. stories may never be told, those who This day is indelibly marked in our A year ago today, many of us as lost their lives, but we will stand arm Nation’s memory. It is a day when our Americans might have been asking the in arm together. Nation changed, when we were sav- question who are we? And the terror- Might I say, Mr. Speaker, as I close, agely attacked by malicious enemies ists who attacked us might have that the government came together, whose hatred of freedom and democ- thought in that horrific act of violence State and local officials. Might I also racy runs so deep that they would mur- that who we were would crumble. They say that even though we were diverse, der innocent men, women and children. might have expected that because we we did not use this time to attack any These attacks on our cherished prin- came from all walks of life and spoke religious group, any believers of any ciples, values and freedoms tried to different languages when we first came faith, any distinctive ethnic group. We weaken our Nation; but the tragic to this Nation, we enjoy our respective came together. events of September 11, 2001, only I would simply say, Mr. Speaker, cultures, that the coalition would dis- strengthened the American resolve. that this Nation is a Nation under God. integrate, that we would no longer be The loss is overwhelming; but in the I hold this Bible. I will not read it America, that we would begin to join wake of this tragedy, we have wit- today, but I am proud as an American places where we might have come from nessed many of the best aspects of that if I chose to do, I could read this or our ancestors might have started America: the tremendous outpouring of Bible because we do have the freedom and we might have gone at each other patriotism, a common sense of grief which we fight for, and that is why I and might have accused each other. and loss which touched every Amer- But we fooled them because America know in our hearts we will continue to ican, a bond of love and support among is a Nation of the free and the brave. It wage this ongoing fight against ter- strangers from across the land, a re- is in fact a very special place; and more rorism; but we will do it by showing to newed commitment to our respective than anytime in our lifetime, Ameri- the world our own values of democracy religious beliefs, and a renewed na- cans stood united. It frightened the and of freedom and of justice and tional resolve to root out terrorism rest of the world, I might imagine, equality. and act against the enemies of Amer- I believe the ‘‘Battle Hymn of the Re- those who wanted to perpetrate ter- ica. public’’ says it well: Today at the Pentagon ceremony, I rorism, undermine our democratic ‘‘Mine eyes have seen the glory of the visited with Pat Hogan, the widow of ideals, get us to attack our Constitu- coming of the Lord. He is trampling Major Cole Hogan of Macon, Georgia. tion. We stood firm. As I sat there out the vintage where the grapes of Major Hogan was an Army Green Beret today at the Pentagon and I watched as wrath are stored. our flag began to blow in the morning’s He has loosed the fateful lightning of who served his country bravely here at wind, it reminded me of the words of His terrible swift sword. home and around the world and was Francis Scott Key, why he was so His truth is marching on.’’ killed in the attack on the Pentagon. moved to write the ‘‘Star Spangled The truth of this Nation continues to Our hearts, prayers, and thoughts are Banner,’’ for as he looked up as those march, and we can do it in a way that with the friends and families like Pat bombs were bursting and that war was understands freedom. Hogan who suffered such a tremendous going on, he felt that there was a God bless America and God bless its loss a year ago. theme and a symbol that continued, people, for the truth will continue to Over the past year we have endured and his words were: march on. daunting challenges, and our lives have ‘‘Now it catches the gleam of the Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I yield been forever changed by these terrorist morning’s fresh beam, myself such time as I may consume. acts and the threat that continues to In full glory, reflected now shines on In the way of introduction of the confront us. We have made progress in the stream; next gentleman, I would say that the making America a safer place and

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.016 H11PT1 H6182 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 fighting the war on terrorism. More fighters was interviewed by Ted Firefighters, police officers, and ev- still needs to be done; but as we move Koppel, and he asked them, ‘‘Why are eryday citizens were heroic in rescuing forward, we have an opportunity to re- you doing this day in and day out, from victims of the attacks, and later in rededicate ourselves to do all we can to dawn to dusk every day?’’ He recovering the remains so as to properly work together to preserve the memory sponded, ‘‘When we signed up to be fire- honor those lost. Countless other citi- of those who perished in making our fighters and when our sons signed up to zens volunteered to assist and encour- Nation a better place, a safer place and be firefighters, we all knew there was a aged relief workers. Across the coun- to ensure that the spirit of freedom, de- risk in this job, but everyone deserves try, flags waved, hands were clasped in mocracy and our core American values a decent burial.’’ historic unity, and voices joined in continue to burn even brighter in our These are the memories that will live prayer and in patriotic song. Nation and around the world. with us for the rest of our lives and In response to the attacks, America Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am why it is so heartbreaking. has been made stronger. Americans pleased to yield 4 minutes to my distin- After one of our intelligence brief- better appreciate the sacrifices that guished colleague from Wisconsin (Mr. ings, I was talking to one of the intel- police officers, firefighters and emer- KIND). ligence officers and commented to him gency personnel make every day to en- Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, I too rise to how sophisticated this terrorist oper- sure our safety. And we certainly have remember the terrible events of Sep- ation seemed, and he replied that it a much deeper admiration for the cou- tember 11, to honor the victims of the was not all that impressive. He said it rageous devotion to duty of our serv- attack and their families and to let was a low-tech operation. It is very icemen and women, our men and them know that especially today, they easy to fly commercial airlines when women in uniform, who fight to defend do not stand alone, and to pay tribute they are already aflight. The hard part our precious freedoms throughout the to the heroes of that day, the pas- is landing them safely, and they never world. sengers of Flight 93, the rescue efforts intended to land safely. President Bush so profoundly cap- at the Pentagon and in New York City, That is the challenge that lies before tured the enduring spirit of America the police officers, the firefighters, the our country today. We not only need to when he stated last year, ‘‘We will not first responders, emergency medical fly the Ship of State safely, but we tire. We will not falter. We will not technicians, the health care providers. need to land the Ship of State safely; fail. United we stand.’’ That day started with great shock and that is why I hope that we learn God bless those who lost loved ones and honor, Mr. Speaker; but it ended from this terrible event, but do not get in the attacks of September 11 and with incredible unity and a sense of re- too intoxicated with our own military those who gave their lives seeking to solve that those responsible would be power, which is considerable. save the lives of others, and certainly held accountable. From the ashes of I would hope that we realize we must God bless the United States of Amer- that attack arose a new sense of patri- maintain our good citizenship through- ica. otism and a solemn pledge to never for- out the globe, that we are in this all Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- get and to learn from that terrible day. together. This is not only about en- lighted to yield such time as he may We became unified in this Nation out hancing our own security interests in consume to the gentleman from Texas of a sense of common values that we the United States and for our citizens (Mr. STENHOLM), my good friend, the share: love of country, love of the free- abroad, but for all of the freedom-lov- distinguished ranking member of our dom and liberties that we hold so dear, ing nations throughout the globe who Committee on Agriculture, and a great a shared sense of common vulnerability have a common goal in defeating inter- patriot. now that our splendid isolationism in national terrorism. Mr. STENHOLM. Mr. Speaker, I the world and our sense of innocence We cannot do this alone. We need the thank the gentleman for yielding me was taken from us. That is perhaps help of the international community. this time. It has been said that ‘‘Great- what has made me most angry about er love hath no one than to lay down the events of last September 11, the b 1345 his life for a friend.’’ Unless perhaps he grief that we have to share with the It is easy for our Nation, with the or she lays down a life for a stranger. families who lost loved ones, but the military power that we now possess, to That is the love, the heroism, the pa- knowledge that my two little boys and accomplish so-called regime change. triotism that we pause today to re- all our children in our country will The hard part is nation-building that member and to honor. It is the love we have to grow up in a 21st century with comes after. And that is why it is vi- witnessed on a large scale in New York the specter of terrorism and that vul- tally important, I believe, that we keep and Pennsylvania, and Washington 1 nerability hanging over their heads. our eye on the ball; that we pursue the year ago. But it is also the love that is I was heartbroken to have read the al Qaeda organization, wherever they practiced daily in communities across story of the two little boys who lost a have scattered to the four winds, and this great land. father at the World Trade Center when that we do it with the cooperation and In some ways, September 11, 2001, is they were at home, and they got all ex- the help of the international commu- so indelibly imprinted on our minds cited and started jumping up and down nity. and souls that it is difficult to believe when they saw their dad’s car being I am confident with the deliberations an entire year has passed. As we recall pulled into the driveway. They were in the days ahead that we will be guid- each detail personally experienced on screaming, ‘‘Mommy, Mommy, Daddy’s ed with proper decisions. May God that day, we remember the horror, the home, Daddy’s home.’’ She knew that bless and may God continue to guide anguish, the sorrow, and the fear. Cer- could not be the case, and she looked this great Nation. tainly these emotions remain fresh to out the window to only see a tow truck Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I yield all of those who lost a loved one. But dropping off her husband’s car in the such time as he may consume to the even for citizens in other parts of the family driveway and having to explain distinguished gentleman from Pennsyl- country hundreds of miles away, our to her sons why their dad was never vania (Mr. PLATTS). connection as fellow Americans meant coming home again. Mr. PLATTS. Mr. Speaker, I appre- that we all felt deep grief. Or the ‘‘Nightline’’ story of the re- ciate the gentleman yielding me this As John Donne wrote more than 300 tired firefighters living down in Flor- time. One year ago today, the lives of years ago, ‘‘No man is an island, entire ida who came back up to Ground Zero all Americans were forever changed. of itself. Any man’s death diminishes to sift through the wreckage in order For the terrorists, the story of the Sep- me because I am involved in mankind; to find the remains of bodies so they tember 11 attacks is one of immense and therefore never send to know for could be identified. They did it out of a hate, a hatred for the principles of free- whom the bell tolls, it tolls for thee.’’ sense of honor to their fallen comrades dom, liberty, and equality for which In the weeks following September 11, but also because they had lost their our great Nation stands. For Ameri- as we heard the bells tolling or the bag- own sons, the next generation of fire- cans, however, the story of September pipes playing Amazing Grace in funeral fighters who went into those burning 11 is a story of immense love, a love of after funeral, each one of us did feel buildings to save lives. One of the fire- country, a love for human life. that a part of us had died. And so

VerDate Sep 04 2002 01:45 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.018 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6183 today, as we remember, we feel sad- Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I President, united, Democrat and Re- ness, we feel grief. thank the gentleman for yielding me publican alike, united as one America, For those of us who were not phys- this time. as we remembered in a special service ically present at one of the attack Mr. Speaker, exactly 1 year ago at the Pentagon. We remembered those sites, perhaps our greatest wound came today, the lives of every American cit- who lost their lives 1 year ago today at from the fear that gripped our chests izen were changed by the cowardly acts the Pentagon, at that pasture in Penn- and our country. Suddenly our sense of of terrorism committed against us on sylvania, and, yes, at the World Trade safety, of invulnerability, of carefree our own soil. Families were broken, Center in New York City. After that security received a vicious slash from a loved ones were lost forever, and our ceremony I returned to my office and I cruel and unexpected attacker. sense of security was shaken. called Mrs. Jewel Lyons in Pine Bluff, As a Nation, we face the question Yet even in the dark hours of Sep- Arkansas, to let her know what I had will we be paralyzed by this fear or will tember 11, 2001, hope remained. For just experienced in that very special we overcome it? The answer to that within the hearts of Americans, we and moving service at the Pentagon question is where the story brings us share a common bond as citizens of the and to let her know that America has today. From biblical times until today greatest Nation on earth. This bond not forgotten that young Navy petty humanity has discovered three things prompts us to courage, to service, and officer, Nehamon Lyons, and his serv- which overcome fear: Love, faith and to patriotism. This bond inspired ice to this great country. action. Americans on the day of the attacks to rush to the aid of their fellow Ameri- My grandfather taught me to always Some people are aware of that truth look for something good in everything every day of their lives. Each commu- cans without thought of possible consequences to themselves. This bond bad. There was not anything good nity’s firefighters, our police officers, about September 11, but I do believe it our emergency and health care work- provides hope that our Nation will heal from our grief and conquer those who has brought out the best in the Amer- ers, our men and women in military ican spirit. I see a country today that uniform, every day these heroes set would threaten our liberty and our way of life. is more patriotic than perhaps ever in aside personal fear in order to do their my lifetime. I see a country today with job so that the rest of us might live While we choose to honor the sacrifices and tragedy of September 11 a greater appreciation for our veterans safely. They risk the possibility of lay- and our soldiers. And I see a country ing down their lives for both friend and with solemnity today, we also celebrate who we are as a Nation. We cele- today that is praying a lot more. Bible stranger and in doing so they dem- sales are up, church attendance is up, onstrate some of the greatest examples brate our Republic, we celebrate freedom, we celebrate service, sacrifice and and I know that means America is only of love in our society. getting stronger. The year that has passed since Sep- love for one another. We celebrate the tember 11 has also helped us find mean- heroic acts of ordinary citizens and to Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I yield ing in and through our grief. It has commemorate the tragic events of Sep- myself such time as I may consume. given us an ability to view both world tember 11. From the soldier to the fire- Mr. Speaker, on the first anniversary events and our personal lives with a fighter and policeman, to ordinary of the tragic events that killed so new perspective. And what we have folks going about their daily lives, we many Americans at the World Trade seen is that one of the darkest days of salute you. Your sacrifices will not be Center and the Pentagon, it is natural our history gave birth to thousands of in vain. A grateful Nation lives and for our thoughts to turn to the victims hopes because of your love for this acts of goodness, creating perhaps one of that day. It was, of course, a world- great country. of our finest hours. Ordinary men and changing event that will continue to I close today with Professor Al G. affect all of us. Now we know, too, that women across the country showed ex- Wright’s beautiful ode to our Nation, an extraordinary debt of gratitude is traordinary bravery, kindness and which celebrates our country with owed to those brave passengers of compassion as we pulled together as these words: ‘‘I am an American. That United Flight 93, which crashed in a one United Nations. is the way most of us put it, just mat- As we look back, we learn that it was Pennsylvania field. They fought the ter-of-factly. They are plain words, murderous hijackers in the cockpit through our giving back that we are those four. You could write them on and, thus, foiled the plot to crash that now able to move forward. So while we your thumbnail, or you could sweep plane into the Capitol or White House. respect and honor those who lost their them clear across this bright autumn lives a year ago, and feel compassion sky. But remember, too, that they are The families of the victims will con- for those who remain in grief, today is more than words. They are a way of tinue to grieve their losses, but the also a day of celebration. We celebrate life. So whenever you speak them, commemoration around the Nation the American spirit, the heroes who speak them firmly, speak them proud- today should focus on reinforcing are gathered here today among us all ly, speak them gratefully. I am an America’s newly heightened unity and over America, and the three antidotes American.’’ sense of resolve that we as a Nation to fear, love, faith and action. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am will dramatically increase our effec- The marvelous thing is that every pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gen- tiveness in protecting our homeland one of us has the capacity to bring to tleman from Arkansas (Mr. ROSS), my and our citizens abroad from terrorist life these fear fighters. We cannot all distinguished colleague and good attacks. We must remain committed to rush into burning buildings or stop friend. meet these challenges while at the senseless acts of violence. Few of us Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I thank the same time preserving the freedom, may actually be faced with the oppor- gentleman for yielding me this time. civil liberties, and opportunities which tunity to save another life. But we all Mr. Speaker, September 11, 2001, is a make America the envy of the world. can be heroes by loving, by believing, day that none of us will ever forget. I The period set aside for formally and by acting to strengthen our com- was sitting in my office across from mourning our losses is long past. The munities. As we honor our heroes, both our Nation’s Capitol, and from the win- victims and their families now are best living and dead, we are called to find dow in my office, I literally saw smoke served if all of us share and act upon a the heroic urge inside ourselves. rise from the Pentagon. A few hours commitment to keep our Nation se- September 11 may have shown us the later, I would learn that a young Navy cure, strong, and a bastion of liberty. worst of humanity, but it also re- petty officer from our district named May God bless America. minded us of the chance to become the Nehamon Lyons would be among the best of humanity, by loving, believing casualties at the Pentagon. Picking up Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of and acting. May each of us today honor the phone and calling his mom, Mrs. my time. those who died by doing just that. Jewel Lyons, back in Pine Bluff, Ar- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I am kansas, was the most difficult call I pleased to yield 3 minutes to the gen- pleased now to yield such time as he have ever made. tleman from Massachusetts (Mr. may consume to the distinguished gen- This morning, I joined with other MCGOVERN), a distinguished colleague tleman from Florida (Mr. BILIRAKIS). Members of Congress and with our and good friend.

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.020 H11PT1 H6184 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 b 1400 tinue to bring the perpetrators to jus- They assisted in the initial evacuation Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I tice, that we rededicate ourselves to of the wounded. Their efforts helped thank the gentleman for yielding me providing a better world for us all. ensure that those injured who were this time. Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I yield still alive received immediate care, and Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support such time as he may consume to the for that, obviously, those men and of this resolution. It is hard to believe gentleman from California (Mr. COX). women, their families, and all of us are that it has been exactly 1 year since Mr. COX. Mr. Speaker, today is Me- grateful. that terrible September day, 1 year morial Day for the victims and the he- After the arrival of other local police since our Nation experienced that dev- roes of September 11. It is a time to and fire units, these officers continued astating and profound loss. Words can- honor the people who have died and the to work. They cleared the vicinity and not begin to express the heartache that people who still live. It is important as organized the evacuation of personnel we felt that day, or the sympathy we we grieve for the victims that we keep from the monumental core area. continue to feel for those who were in mind how many people are alive There were nine others outside the lost. today because of the efforts of those Capitol who were similarly honored. Like many of my colleagues, I rep- who helped them, many of them still The members of the United States resented several of the victims of Sep- alive. Park Police Aviation Unit, Eagle One tember 11; and I appreciate this oppor- Today it was my honor, along with and Eagle Two. Eagle One includes Ser- tunity to extend my deepest condo- Senator BEN NIGHTHORSE CAMPBELL of geant Ronald A. Galey, pilot; Sergeant lences and prayers to their loved ones. Colorado, to honor and recognize 11 John E. Marsh, rescue technician; and It has been a difficult, but necessary, members of our Park Police here in John J. Dillon, rescue team officer. week for all of us. From our session in Washington, D.C. who were heroes and Eagle Two includes Lieutenant Phil- New York City and visit to Ground first responders on that day. It was an lip W. Cholak, aviation unit com- Zero, to the ceremony at the Pentagon interesting way to recognize them. mander; Sergeant Bernard T. Stasulli, this morning, to the consideration of There was a crosscountry motorcycle assistant aviation unit commander; this resolution, Members of this House ride organized by citizens from all of Sergeant Keith E. Bohn, pilot; Ser- have had the opportunity to express our districts and States across the geant Kenneth S. Burchell, copilot; and our solidarity with the families and country. It started out in Orange Coun- physician assistant Keith Kettell and communities most deeply affected by ty, California, went to San Diego, Cali- Jason Kepp, medic, of the Uniformed September 11. fornia, 3,500 miles later it picked up Services University. Today is also an opportunity to pay hundreds of riders and came here to the Here is what these people did on Sep- tribute to the millions of Americans Nation’s capital. Like BEN CAMPBELL, I tember 11. At approximately 9:40, the who reacted with such bravery and am a Harley rider and so I was happy United States Park Police received an compassion in the aftermath of the ter- to join them. That is why I found my- emergency call from Reagan National rorist attacks, the doctors and nurses self in a position to be able to bestow Airport tower notifying them that a who ministered to the injured; the fire- these glass plaques to our first re- plane had crashed in the vicinity of the fighters, police officers, ironworkers sponders. Pentagon. They did not know yet what and others who refused to leave the First, the riders themselves, our con- had happened. Members of Eagle One site of the World Trade Center until ev- stituents. They raised $1 million for immediately lifted off, and they flew eryone was accounted for; the ordinary the World Trade Center Miracles Foun- right into the center of the disaster, citizens from every corner of our coun- dation just from among the riders. In hovered right over the Pentagon, and try, every background and religion, that they were like the people who re- they honored an FBI request and acti- who donated blood, money, or who pro- sponded heroically on September 11. vated their microwave downlink and vided a kind word or a prayer. They put aside their concerns and put provided a live video feed of exactly Mr. Speaker, I also think it is impor- first the needs of others. That is what what was going on at that moment. tant at this moment for us to express people all around our country are doing Just as Eagle One began to provide our gratitude to our men and women in in response to September 11. this live feed, personnel at Reagan Na- our Armed Forces who, as we speak, Along their 3,500 mile route, they tional Airport abandoned the airport continue to battle terrorists in Afghan- stopped in places like Wichita, Kansas, tower and said they could not see any- istan. They serve our country with where they dedicated an evening to the thing because of the smoke. They re- great distinction, and they are a credit family of Daniel Nolan. He perished in quested that these people, the names I to our country and, indeed, to the the World Trade Center. A few days just gave you, take over responsibility world. later they were in Illinois at the Cham- for all of the air space, and they did. We have accomplished a great deal in paign County Fairgrounds celebrating They took control over all of the tow- the past year by working together, but the important work of first responders. er’s responsibility. I believe we have much more to do. Only yesterday, they traveled to Even as Eagle One completed this as- Today we recall the solidarity and Stoney Creek School in Shanksville, signment, Sergeant March requested compassion shown our Nation and our Pennsylvania, where the students had helicopters from the Maryland State people by other nations and other peo- built a memorial to the heroes of Police, MedStar and AirCare, and co- ples around the world, and we can work Flight 93. At every step along the way, ordinated with ground units to estab- with them to bring our most cherished they honored the dead and the living, lish a landing zone, honoring a request values into reality. as we do today. from the Arlington County Fire De- Mr. Speaker, we can, I believe, make This coast-to-coast effort culminated partment to transport patients to re- this world less violent, more peaceful, in the honoring of 11 heroes who live gional burn centers. more tolerant, and more secure. We among us in Washington, D.C. from the Meanwhile, Eagle Two’s crew re- have the ability to eradicate poverty, United States Park Police; and I would sponded to its call of duty and loaded disease, hunger and hopelessness, the like to mention their names on the the mass casualty kit and additional things that terrorists exploit to justify floor. equipment on board their aircraft. the unjustifiable. What we need is the First, two members of the motor- They landed on the west side of the will to make it happen. We need to lead cycle unit, Lieutenant George F. Wal- Pentagon and immediately began co- the world in pursuit of these important lace, commander, and Sergeant Daniel ordinating the transport of 11 priority- goals. In doing so, I believe we will P. Beck, supervisor of the unit. They one burn patients. While Eagle One di- demonstrate the true and magnificent were in front of the Capitol today. rected MedStar and AirCare aircraft character of the United States of They saw what had happened at the into the landing zone to medevac addi- America. Pentagon from this side of the river, tional patients, Eagle Two transported Mr. Speaker, in conclusion, it is my and they did what heroes do: they went two of these patients to the Wash- hope that as we remember the victims right to the middle of that danger. ington Hospital Center. Those people of September 11, as we offer our condo- They were two of the first uniformed are alive and doing much better today lences to their families, and as we con- police at the Pentagon on the scene. as a result of these heroic efforts.

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.024 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6185 As a lasting example of their heroic who are also the first on the scenes of drives and carwashes and other fund- efforts, the U.S. Park Police Aviation emergencies and disasters every day in raisers to send off to the victims, their Unit responded to a final request of the communities across this country. families, and even the children in Af- Arlington County Fire Department to I am so proud of their commitment ghanistan. transport a battalion chief of the Pen- and their determination to make our They hate the fact that in America tagon Fire Command Center for a 1- country, indeed the world, a safer little girls have the same opportunities hour flight over the crash site because place. These brave individuals deserve as little boys, to dream, to hope, to be he was directing the firefighting efforts our highest respect on September 11 whatever they want to be, from a on the ground from their craft. and on every day. teacher to a firefighter to a Member of Those are just some of the heroes of It is also important to remember and Congress, to President of the United September 11. They live among us here. honor the brave American servicemen States. They are afforded equal oppor- It was, as I said, my honor to present and women who are defending our free- tunity. them with citations this morning. But dom around the globe, joined by de- They resent the fact that different as we honor these first responders, I fenders from other countries. faiths have every opportunity to wor- think we have to remember that, as we They are defending the principles of ship together, side by side, on the same draw inspiration from their work, they democracy and security on which this city block, in peace. are still there every day protecting our country was founded, and we salute They resent the fact that we have he- neighborhoods. They are still there their tireless mission. This has been a roic civil servants who deliver the every day protecting us from threats, year of great sorrow and mourning. mail, who put out fires, who comfort whether it be fire or a terrorist attack. But it has also been a time of great victims, who run into buildings that Because of their bravery, which we American unity, strength of spirit, and everyone else is running out of; that we take so much for granted, we have a generosity. have teachers who instill values and wonderful future to look forward to in As one widow reflected, it is as character into the next generation of this country. though this entire year has been stuck Americans; that we have health care I have no doubt that we will succeed on September 11. Now, perhaps, we can workers, doctors and nurses, who rally in our efforts in the war on terror, and move on to September 12. to the scene and give so much of their I have no doubt that we will owe a con- Mr. Speaker, I hope and pray, and let heart and soul to putting lives and bod- tinuing and ever-deeper debt of grati- us work, that the coming year will ies back together. tude to these men and women to pro- bring peace to our families, our com- People still risk their life to come to tect and defend our country. I am munity, our Nation, and that the gen- this country. People still see the grateful for the opportunity to honor erosity of our people and the spirit of United States as that shining city on a these men and women. our democracy will be well known and hill. They still risk their family’s safe- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 well documented throughout the world. ty, they give up all of their worldly minutes to the gentlewoman from Cali- possessions, to stow away in a tanker b 1415 fornia (Mrs. CAPPS). or to cobble together a rickety raft and Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I am brave the straits of Florida or the At- the gentleman for yielding me this pleased to yield such time as he may lantic, to become a part of this country time. consume to the distinguished gen- that those terrorists tried to destroy. Mr. Speaker, in communities across tleman from Florida (Mr. PUTNAM). If given the opportunity, most free the land, we gather to commemorate Mr. PUTNAM. Mr. Speaker, I thank people, most thoughtful people, would the unspeakable attacks against our the gentleman for yielding me time. choose that way of life, would choose Nation 1 year ago today. Mr. Speaker, this is an emotional that equality, that tolerance, that Even with the passage of time, there time for this country and an emotional hope, that dream that is America. are still no words to adequately de- time for this body. All of us have par- And while all of us fight on a regular scribe our pain, sorrow, and our anger. ticipated in events in our communities, basis in this Chamber over things great Our hearts remain heavy with grief for tributes to the victims and their fami- and small, we never question the legit- the 3,000 souls who were lost, and we lies in New York and the Pentagon, imacy of the debate or the legitimacy continue to mourn with their families and that is right and proper. But I of the leadership or of the system or of and their loved ones. want to take this opportunity on this the institution. While we criticize the I feel especially heartbroken for all first Patriot Day to look forward, to policies of our President or administra- the children who lost their fathers and remember and pause and reflect on why tion, we do not question his right to be mothers on this terrible day, and for they envy us so, why the terrorists there and be our leader. all of the babies who came into the hate us so. What is it that would cause That is what they hated, that is what world after their fathers were killed. them to bring about the death and de- they envied, that is what they at- These young lives have been perma- struction of so many innocent lives, so tempted to destroy, and they have suc- nently and senselessly altered by those many hopes and dreams shattered, so ceeded only in bringing out the best in who so erroneously believe that extre- many communities who have lost all Americans, leaving America today mism and hate pave the road to salva- church members, PTA officers, rotary stronger than she was last September tion. club presidents, chamber directors, so 11; a little closer together, still fairly Now it is our duty to help these chil- many children who have lost a parent? complacent, still fairly naive about the dren fulfill their dreams and under- They despise the fact that we stand dangers this world poses, but still very stand that their parents died in an at- for freedom; that we represent all that much in love with all things American, tack on the freedoms and values we is great, all that is tolerant and hope- very much in love with our ability to hold to be self-evident. ful and helpful and strong about com- debate on this floor, our ability to hope It is also important to pay tribute to munities. and dream and be whatever we want to the acts of courage and heroism carried They misunderstood us. They be, and to instill that in our young peo- out by so many people: the firefighters, thought we were no stronger than the ple. police and rescue personnel, the pas- celluloid films that come out of Holly- America is stronger today than she sengers on the doomed aircraft, and by wood; that we would buckle and cave, was a year ago; a little bruised, very countless citizens who volunteered at that we would wither up and shrink bloodied in some areas, but stronger. the crash sites and around the Nation. from the fight. Mr. Speaker, God bless these United Some of them included volunteers from What they did not understand was States of America. my district on the central coast of that we had an army of ordinary Amer- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- California who lent their expertise and ican citizens who would rally; who lighted to yield 3 minutes to my good resources. would stand in line for hours to give friend, the gentleman from Vermont Today is a day that we should honor their blood; who would contribute their (Mr. SANDERS). all of the first responders who not only paychecks to strangers; whose children Mr. SANDERS. Mr. Speaker, I thank risked their lives on September 11, but would go to schools and have penny my friend for yielding me time.

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.026 H11PT1 H6186 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 Mr. Speaker, our Nation was changed September 11, 2001, freedom-hating ter- Mr. Speaker, the world must be made forever on the morning of September rorists took from all of us our sense of safe for democracy. Its peace must be 11. The goal of Osama bin Laden was to innocence. They took from all of us the planted upon the tested foundations of demoralize us, was to create fear and idea that innocent men, women and political liberty. We have no selfish uncertainty, to bring about instability children going about their daily lives ends to serve, we desire no conquests, in our country; and, obviously and are immune from the horrors of war. no dominion. We seek no indemnities thankfully, he has failed. They took from all of us the sense of for ourselves, no material compensa- Last week Congress met in New York safety and security to which we had be- tion for the sacrifices we shall freely City to pay tribute to those who were come accustomed. make. We are but one of the champions killed on September 11 in that city, What they did not take from us and of the rights of mankind. and this morning we assembled at the what they could not ever take from us, These were the words of President Pentagon. At these events and similar no matter how hard they tried a year Woodrow Wilson in his war message to events all over this country, we were ago, is our freedom and liberty, our Congress April 2, 1917. reminded about our resiliency and how way of life, our government of the peo- This week, from Los Angeles to New strong this Nation really is. ple, by the people and for the people. York, from Fairbanks to Fort Lauder- Last September 11, we saw amazing New York Governor Pataki opened dale, and in 200 million households in displays of heroism and bravery. We the memorial ceremony at Ground between, a Nation struggles to come to saw what is extraordinary and best in Zero this morning with the reading of grips with the most vicious attack on the human spirit. None of us will ever the Gettysburg Address which Presi- unarmed civilians in the Nation’s his- forget the sight of firemen entering the dent Lincoln delivered in 1863, barely tory. World Trade Center, going up the stairs 100 miles from where the passengers of We once again appreciate, with the while other people were going down the United Flight 93 heroically stopped ter- force that sometimes only tragedy stairs. And, as we know, most of those rorists from their attempt to, I believe, brings home, that we are one country. firemen never got out of that building destroy this very building. Differences of geography, language, in- alive. Part of President Lincoln’s address come and ethnicity have faded away. We also today remember the courage includes these words: ‘‘That from these There are no national divides, no par- of the people at the Pentagon who honored dead we take increased devo- tisan debates, no hometown rivalries, saved lives there, and we honor the tion to that cause for which they gave no baseball strikes, not on this day. members of our Armed Forces who are their last full measure of devotion, For all too brief a time, we are simply fighting terrorism in Afghanistan and that we here highly resolve that these Americans. elsewhere. dead shall not have died in vain, that And we are taking stock. Much has Mr. Speaker, we have also learned a this Nation, under God, shall have a taken place since September 11, a date great deal since September 11. We have new birth of freedom.’’ that may surpass the end of the last learned, as we have never learned be- We, too, are dedicated to a new birth millennium as a turning point for the fore, that we are a vulnerable Nation. of freedom here in this new century. country. Yes, we are the most powerful Nation The horrible events of last September b 1430 on Earth, but what we learned on that 11 have reawakened in all Americans a day is that we could be attacked and new sense of patriotism; a strength, a Some of that change has been ex- that thousands of innocent men and resolve that had lain dormant for far traordinarily positive for our own secu- women could be killed. too long. The flags we see flying in rity and for the peace and prosperity of We have also learned that we must every neighborhood across America the world. The promise of mutually as- lead an international coalition against today were not put up this morning. sured destruction that for decades we bigoted, religious fanatics who believe They have been there for the last year. exchanged with the Soviets has been that they have the right to kill inno- The support of the American people for replaced with an unprecedented part- cent people in order to impose their re- our men and women fighting overseas nership with Russia. This is no detente, actionary ideology on others. has remained unwavering, and the kind but a completely new realignment of Many of us have also learned that in words and deeds of our fellow man interests, which has transformed the order to maintain true American val- seem all the more common today, 1 world landscape and dramatically re- ues, we must not undermine the prin- year later. duced the possibility of nuclear catas- ciples and constitutional rights that Eugene McCarthy once observed that trophe. make our country great and that this America can choke on a gnat, but swal- For all that has changed in the last country was founded on. low tigers whole. This is a tiger that year and all that has transformed since As an American and as a Vermonter we as a Congress and as a Nation must the end of the Cold War, we are still at I have been extraordinarily proud of deal with, and we will. risk. Our most immediate and tangible how our people responded to this crisis There is no lack of resolution here. threat comes not from interlocking en- in terms of blood donations, financial There is no rancor. We will continue to gagements with a Europe that cannot contributions, and how we came to- stand behind the President. We will overcome its historic feuding, not from gether as a community to support the continue to do what we must do to nation states that are amassing colos- victims of September 11 and to support keep those who hate our values and sal military forces with an eye towards each other. If there is something posi- ideals from committing evil acts territorial aggrandizement or world tive out of the horrors of September 11, against us ever again. domination. The threat is primarily it is that we as a Nation, all of us, de- Today let us honor and pay tribute to asymmetrical now, from stateless ter- spite our backgrounds, where we come those who were taken from us before rorist organizations and the nations from, our religious beliefs, must con- their time and resolve to remember that support them; from murderous tinue to show that same sense of com- them always. But let us also resolve psychopaths that are bent on igniting a munity, that love for each other, that that our commitment to the Republic holy war and have a blood lust for the was demonstrated in the aftermath of that our Founders risked their own United States. Such depravity has al- the September 11 attacks. lives to create more than 200 years ago ways existed, but with the advent of Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I am is stronger than ever. The foundation weapons of mass destruction and their pleased to yield such time as he may of our Nation is solid, and so is our terrible availability, it no longer takes consume to the distinguished gen- dedication to her. a national miscalculation to inflict tleman from Georgia (Mr. LINDER). Mr. Speaker, God bless America. misery on the world. And as the lone Mr. LINDER. Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am superpower in the world, America has a the gentleman for yielding me time. pleased to yield such time as he may target on her back. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support consume to my friend, the gentleman The threat may come from new quar- of the resolution. Today is the 1-year from California (Mr. SCHIFF.) ters, but we have one powerful bond anniversary of the most horrific attack Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I thank with Americans from the beginning of on American soil in our history. On the gentleman for yielding me time. the last century: This conflict is still

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.028 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6187 about making the world safe for de- titude as one of the ‘‘champions of the rity, to reducing energy dependence in mocracy. rights of mankind.’’ the Middle East, to giving coherence to On September 11 we were not at- Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I ask our policies in the Middle East and tacked because we sought to conquer unanimous consent that the time for around the world. We have fallen short or subjugate another people. We were debate on this resolution be extended in doing all that we could for peace and not attacked over a territorial dispute for 30 minutes to be equally divided be- democracy. or a clash of national ideologies. And, tween the majority and the minority. As part of this solemn occasion, the notwithstanding post-attack propa- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. most fitting tribute of all is not for us ganda from the terrorists, we were not SHIMKUS). Is there objection to the re- just to reaffirm as the resolution sug- attacked over our policy in the Middle quest of the gentleman from Nebraska? gests an honoring of the memory of East. Osama bin Laden and al Qaeda There was no objection. those who lost their lives and that we never showed an interest in the Pales- Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I re- will bravely defend the citizens of the tinian cause except in a post-attack ef- serve the balance of my time. United States in the face of all future fort to point their homicidal rage as a Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am de- challenges; part of what we need to do defense to the West’s supposed hos- lighted to yield such time as he may is to acknowledge where we have fallen tility to Islam. We were attacked sim- consume to the gentleman from Oregon short and to renew our commitment ply because we existed, simply because (Mr. BLUMENAUER), my good friend and that in this next year, we in Congress we represented and continue to rep- distinguished colleague. will catch up to where the actions and resent the triumph of free institutions, Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, I the expectations of the American pub- a respect for the free exercise of reli- appreciate the gentleman’s courtesy in lic are; that we will enter in as Mem- gion, association, and expression. We permitting me to speak on this resolu- bers of this Congress with a new spirit were attacked because we are a democ- tion. of cooperation and achievement, that racy in a world very unsafe for democ- Mr. Speaker, at 8:46 this morning I takes the actions that make achieve- racies. And winning this war, and the came to this Chamber, where I was ex- ments of our values real, towards mak- long twilight struggle it has become, actly a year ago, to reflect on the ing our communities and, indeed, the will require nothing less than a sus- events that had transpired that ter- world more livable and our families tained, unswerving commitment to the rible day and what has ensued since safer, healthier, and more economi- propagation of freedoms around the then. As we all shared a flood of re- cally secure. world. membrance in honor of the memory of Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, it is We must root out al Qaeda and ter- the victims and the heroes of last Sep- my pleasure to yield such time as he rorist organizations wherever they tember 11, I think, Mr. Speaker, it is may consume to the distinguished gen- exist. We must take the fight to the just as important for us to reflect on tleman from California (Mr. DREIER), enemy, as the President declares, and the progress of this past year. Because the chairman of the Committee on not wait defensively at home for the tragedy gave us an opportunity and a Rules. next attack. At the same time, we responsibility, not just to deal with ad- (Mr. DREIER asked and was given must open a completely new front in ditional threats to our families, but to permission to revise and extend his re- the war on terrorism: the battle for de- use the vast wealth and power of the marks.) mocracy. We must attack tyranny, des- United States to be a leader and a part- Mr. DREIER. Mr. Speaker, I thank potism, and the trampling of human ner around the world, while we fulfill the gentleman for yielding me this rights around the world. We must use the promise of America here at home. time. every instrument of our national pol- I thought about how much I have I would like to first express my ap- icy to support the growth and cultiva- been inspired by the reactions of the preciation to my good friend and fellow tion of free institutions, a respect for American public at the time of the Californian (Mr. LANTOS), as well as the free exercise of religion, the right tragedy and of what we have seen the gentleman from Nebraska (Mr. BE- to associate with whom one pleases, throughout the year. But, Mr. Speaker, REUTER) for moving this very impor- and the right to speak one’s mind. We I wonder honestly what we think we tant resolution and, like everyone else, must encourage the growth of democ- have accomplished as a Congress in I rise in strong support of it. racies in every corner of the globe and this last year. Immediately, we did do, We all know that today we mark this not simply in Europe or the Americas. as the resolution says: Local, State, first anniversary of one of the most Democracy must come to the Arab na- and Federal leaders set aside dif- tragic days in America’s history. As we tions, to China, and to every corner of ferences and worked together to pro- think about the families of those vic- Africa, and not simply to our adver- vide for those who were attacked and tims, our thoughts and prayers go to saries. Democracy, too, must come to to protect those who remain. But since all of them. We all have sort of mixed our allies, to the Saudis, to the Egyp- then, since then, is America really emotions on this day. We all, of course, tians, and to the Jordanians. Democ- safer because of congressional action? recall exactly what it was like here in racy, not oil, will be the ultimate guar- Do the vast intelligence and security the Capitol a year ago today, and we antor of our security. agencies now work together think about the day first and foremost This lofty ambition is not fanciful, seamlessly? Have we made progress, with sadness because, as I said, of all of not quaintly sympathetic, but prac- not just against the Taliban and al those whose lives were lost. But we tical. Democracies do not make need- Qaeda, but to promote democracy and also think about today with a great less war, democracies do not seek to freedom, peace and prosperity around deal of resolve and defiance. In some terrorize or conquer, democracies do the globe? Is this Congress working to- sort of strange way, we also celebrate not serve as the breeding grounds for gether cooperatively on issues of peace, the success that we have had in push- genocidal rage or terrorist madness. the environment, human health, and ing back those, as the President calls Democracies are better capable of education? them, ‘‘evil-doers,’’ those who would, eliminating the common scourges of By any objective measure, we as in fact, bring an end to our way of life. mankind: poverty, disease, famine, and elected officials have fallen short of Just yesterday here in the District of conflict. If we are to be partisans, let that mark. We have yet as a body to Columbia and in 12 other States, there us be partisans of democracy. provide voice, not just to the fears and was a great celebration in that we had We may never ferret out every last frustrations, but to the hopes and aspi- elections where people were choosing terrorist; the germ of madness is dif- rations of Americans that we will seize their leaders. We are continuing with ficult to eradicate completely. But our this moment. our work here in the U.S. Capitol right peace and prosperity lie as much in Now, I think people on both sides of now. So that is why we all have mixed changing the soil. Peace, again, must the aisle will disagree as to why this is emotions as we deal with today. be ‘‘planted upon the tested founda- so, but I do not think anybody can But it is also, I think, very impor- tions of political liberty,’’ and a car- argue that we have done all that we tant, Mr. Speaker, for us to take a few dinal part of winning this war, as in could, or even, frankly, that we have minutes to look at the history of what the war to end all wars, will be our for- done all that much from airline secu- led up to September 11 and to realize

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.030 H11PT1 H6188 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 that as we, with this resolution, are recalled the moral of the work, which is a unified way to preserve the freedoms membering and honoring those who basically four points. He says: in war, for which he died. were killed on September 11, I think it resolution; in defeat, defiance; in vic- Second, Mr. Speaker, I would like to is also important for us to realize that tory, magnanimity; in peace, good will. honor Molly Peebles, Chuck this is an international war on ter- I think that underscores where it is Oppermann, and Erik Lindbergh, who rorism, and it is not a war that began that we are headed in dealing with this led the flight of 51 planes in the Flight on September 11 of last year, it is a war challenge, which is going to continue Across America from every State in which has been going on for decades. in the future. the Union that brought every State’s Just a few minutes ago I sat down Shortly after September 11, Presi- flag and the United States flag to New with some of my staff members and dent Bush went and delivered a speech York this morning, having begun started talking about some of the hor- in Cincinnati, Ohio. As I think back on flights all across this country on Au- ribly tragic events that Osama bin many of the brilliant statements that gust 11 to bring a message of resolution Laden and his terrorist allies have per- have been made following September and healing to this Nation. petrated over the past couple of dec- 11, I think that one of the most poign- They spoke with the spirit of general ades, and I thought it appropriate that ant, which underscores, again, the sac- aviation, which is important in this we take a moment as we reaffirm our rifice that was made a year ago and country for our freedoms and our econ- strong commitment, as the President where we are today, President Bush omy. I hope their contributions send a has said, to win this war on terrorism, said, ‘‘Terrorist attacks can shake the statement that we have to honor gen- and look at what led up to that tragic foundations of our biggest buildings, eral aviation and help them through day one year ago. but they cannot touch the foundation this crisis, so we can continue to have On the 1st of April in 1983, 63 were of America.’’ These attacks can shatter both security and a viable general avia- murdered and 120 injured when the U.S. steel, but they cannot dent the steel of tion in this country. Embassy in Beirut was bombed by the American resolve. Mr. Speaker, America is proud of Islamic Jihad. On the 23rd of October So, Mr. Speaker, as we move ahead, I people in every district in this country, in 1983, we all remember the tragic Is- again would like to thank my col- and I offer the honor of this Nation to lamic Jihad bombing of the Marine leagues, the gentleman from California these people from the First District of barracks when we lost 242 of our Ma- (Mr. LANTOS) and the gentleman from the State of Washington. rines. On the 14th of June, 1985, Robert Nebraska (Mr. BEREUTER), for this very Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, it is Stethem, the U.S. Navy sailor, was important resolution, and provide my pleasure to yield such time as he murdered and thrown from that TWA strong support; and, as everyone is may consume to the distinguished gen- flight 847 which was hijacked by doing, extend my thoughts and prayers tleman from Nevada (Mr. GIBBONS), one Hezbollah terrorists who also held 145 to the families of those who tragically of the three subcommittee chairmen of innocent passengers hostage for 17 lost their lives a year ago today. the House Permanent Select Com- days. On the 26th of February, 1993, we Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am mittee on Intelligence. all remember very well the World pleased to yield 3 minutes to my good (Mr. GIBBONS asked and was given Trade Center bombing in which six friend, the gentleman from Washington permission to revise and extend his re- were murdered and 1,000 people injured. (Mr. INSLEE). marks.) On the 25th of June, 1996, 19 U.S. mili- (Mr. INSLEE asked and was given Mr. GIBBONS. Mr. Speaker, I thank tary personnel were killed and 240 in- permission to revise and extend his re- my friend for yielding time to me. jured when the Khobar Towers housing marks.) Mr. Speaker, today America remem- complex in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia was Mr. INSLEE. Mr. Speaker, we are all bers. America just 1 year ago witnessed bombed by Osama bin Laden’s allies. united in every congressional district three heinous and senseless terrorist On the 7th of August, 1998, 12 Ameri- in coming together in America today. I attacks that will be forever etched in cans and hundreds of Kenyans and Tan- would like to honor two contributions our minds and memorialized in our his- zanians were murdered in the bombing from the first district of the State of tory. May I say that no American will of the U.S. embassies at Nairobi and Washington. ever forget the horrific images of Sep- Dar Es Salaam, directed, as we all First, I would like to honor the life tember 11, 2001, and no American will know, by Osama bin Laden, and on the and heroism of Army Sergeant Larry ever forget the thousands of innocent 12th of October in 2000, 17 sailors were Strickland, who lost his life while at victims, or the hundreds of courageous murdered and 39 injured in the bomb- his post on the second floor of the west heroes who will always have a place in ing of the USS Cole. That was a hor- wing of the Pentagon 1 year ago today. our history and in our hearts. rible, horrible day. Army Sergeant Strickland was a na- Yet since that fateful day, the Amer- These events, Mr. Speaker, under- tive of Edmonds, Washington, who ican people have persevered and estab- score the fact that this is a war which served his country as a personnel man- lished a new sense of normalcy. May I has been going on now for decades. ager and traveled to every post around say to the cowards who targeted our So when I think about some of the the world to which he was assigned. He great country last year, let me recite challenges that we face as a Congress was a senior adviser to the deputy chief that terrorism against the United ahead, we are going to be dealing with of staff, and he earned the greatest States, our freedom, and our people a resolution which will help us con- title I think anyone in the American will never be tolerated. The United front those who have in fact provided military could have. He was a good sol- States stands strong, and we will fight shelter and refuge to al Qaeda and, of dier. terrorism wherever it lurks. No corner course, I am referring to Saddam Hus- But he was also a good son to proud of this world will be safe for them or sein and Iraq. Americans Lee Strickland and Olga those who want to attack freedom, de- Strickland of Edmonds, Washington; stroy liberty, and instill fear. b 1445 and a good husband to wife, Deborah; America’s fight will not be won So this is a war which is one which and a good father to Julia, Matthew, quickly or easily; however, it will be really reaches all across our globe. It is and Chris; and a good grandfather to won. I have seen firsthand the bravery one which I am happy to see our allies Brendan. and the patriotism of the men and have joined in providing strong support To those family members, we cannot women in our Armed Forces, and may for, and it is one which will continue ask to beguile them from their grief; I say that they will not settle for any- probably beyond our lifetimes. but we hope that they are left with the thing less than victory. They are will- As I think about some of the very cherished memory of the loved and ing to make the ultimate sacrifice to wonderful quotes throughout history lost, and the solemn pride that should protect our liberty. They deserve our that lead to our dealing with these be theirs for having left such a precious strongest support and our deepest grat- challenges, I am reminded of a couple. contribution at the altar of freedom. itude. There is one that I like to recall. At That family can be assured that we Americans have answered the call to the beginning of every one of Winston will keep Sergeant Strickland’s mem- help their fellow man and to defend Churchill’s volumes, he has what is ory alive as we go forward together in freedom and to serve their Nation. We

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.032 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6189 will not retreat. We will not be intimi- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very rings, in the words of Dr. King, when dated. America is strong and her pleased to yield 2 minutes to my good we let it ring, we will let it ring from strength is in her people. It is the friend and our distinguished colleague, every village and every hamlet, from strength of the American people that the gentleman from New York (Mr. every State and every city in every na- will prevail over terrorism wherever it MEEKS). tion, we will be able to speed up that may hide. Mr. MEEKS of New York. Mr. Speak- day when all of God’s children, black So on this, the first-year anniversary er, I thank the gentleman for yielding men and white men, Jews and Gentiles, of September 11, on this, Patriot Day, time to me. Protestants and Catholics, Muslims may Americans again unite to remem- Mr. Speaker, I woke up this morning and Buddhists, will be able to join ber our loss, to celebrate our freedom, not knowing, really, where was the ap- hands and sing the words of the old and to defend liberty. propriate place for me to be. Being a Negro spiritual: ‘‘Free at last, free at May God bless this great country and New Yorker, I did not know whether I last, thank God Almighty, we are free its people. should be at Ground Zero this morning, at last.’’ God bless America. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very whether I should be in my community Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am very pleased to yield 3 minutes to my good with many of my constituents, or pleased to yield 4 minutes to my good friend and our distinguished colleague, whether I should be here in Wash- friend and distinguished colleague, the the gentleman from Illinois (Mr. ington, D.C. gentleman from Maryland (Mr. DAVIS). I made the decision to try to do a lit- CARDIN). Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I tle bit of both, so I spent this morning b 1500 want to thank the gentleman from with my constituents in New York, but California for yielding time to me. then felt that it was most important Mr. CARDIN. Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Speaker, 1 year ago today, I was for me to come here to Washington as my colleague from California (Mr. LAN- in Tel Aviv, Israel. So, Mr. Speaker, I we reflect on what took place just a TOS) for yielding me this time. And I rise today to pay tribute to the over year ago today, as we memorialize the thank all of our colleagues for bringing 3,000 victims who died in the Sep- individuals who lost their lives a year forward this resolution. tember 11 attacks on America; and I ago today, as we sit with and hold None of us will ever forget where we wish to pay tribute to all the family hands with the family members of were on September 11, 2001, when we members of those who perished, as well those who lost their lives. first learned about the 8:46 attack on as to our public officials, businesses, It is time for reflection; and as I re- our Nation. It was a defining moment and private citizens who have dedi- flect and think about just last Friday, for our Nation like November 22, 1963, cated themselves to the rebuilding of a as Members of the United States Con- and December 7, 1941. Now we com- stronger Nation over the past 12 gress came to New York for the first memorate the first anniversary of Sep- months. time since 1789 and went to the original tember 11 and, quite frankly, Mr. In a recent special report about life Federal Hall, it struck me about this Speaker, we are not sure what we after September 11 in America’s tallest great thing that we know called de- should say or what we should do, but building, the Sears Tower, the Chicago mocracy, and why we have to stand and we want to join together as a commu- Tribune observed that what happened fight and make sure that democracy nity to show our solidarity. was more complicated than fear. It was prevails. Today we honor our heroes. These are an awakening, then a reckoning, then a For when I just think, in 1789, I as an not our Presidents or our sports fig- change in priorities and plans in the African American may not have been ures. These are ordinary Americans calculation of everyday decisions. This able, or not ‘‘may not,’’ would not have who performed extraordinary acts. He- awakening and recalculation in our ev- been able to be part of that Congress. roes by chance and heroes by choice. eryday lives has taken place not just But democracy has prevailed, so that Like Todd Beamer on Flight 93 who among those in the Sears Tower and in 2002 I am a Member of this Congress; gave up his life to save many others. my home in Chicago, but across this and we are here today where the Con- We now know that it was likely that great Nation. It is a new realization of gressional Black Caucus is meeting. that plane was headed here towards the how connected and responsible we are We must preserve that democracy. Capitol. He may in fact have saved our for the protection and well-being of all What happened on September 11 of last lives. Heroes such as John Fischer, a our fellow citizens. year threatens that democracy. We New York City firefighter, who went In response to the devastation caused must let freedom ring. into harm’s way in order to save lives by the terrorists, the residents of Chi- As I reflect and think, the words of and lost his life on September 11. He- cago have joined with millions of oth- Dr. King came back to me, where basi- roes such as Lieutenant Darin Pontell, ers in this country and around the cally he was just talking about free- a naval officer, a young man that I had world to donate millions of dollars and dom. In 1965, we were talking about the honor to appoint to the U.S. Naval hours to the rebuilding efforts. Their freedom basically just here on these Academy. He understood the risks of material gifts, however, reveal an even shores. His words were, ‘‘So let freedom serving in our armed services, but he deeper resolve to let the principles of ring from the prestigious hilltops of thought he would be safe in the Pen- freedom for which we stand ring loud New Hampshire. Let freedom ring from tagon. He lost his life. Over 3,000 of our and clear. the mountains of New York. Let free- fellow citizens lost their lives, casual- As we contemplate the effects of Sep- dom ring from the heightening Alle- ties to our continuing effort as a Na- tember 11 and extend our deepest sym- ghenies of Pennsylvania! Let freedom tion to maintain liberty, safety, and pathy to those who lost their loved ring from the snow-capped Rockies of freedom for all of its citizens. ones on that fateful day, let us resolve Colorado! Let freedom ring from the Each of us was personally affected by to build not just a more vigilant and curvaceous peaks of California! But not September 11. We may not have known stronger homeland defense, but a soci- only that; let freedom ring from Stone anyone personally who died, but we ety that continues to protect our per- Mountain of Georgia! Let freedom ring still grieve for them, and we hold the sonal freedoms and would enable us to from Lookout Mountain of Tennessee! members of their families close to our fulfill the American dream of liberty Let freedom ring from every hill and hearts. We shall never forget Sep- and justice for all. every molehill of Mississippi! From tember 11. Shortly after September 11, And in pursuit of this goal, let us, every mountainside, let freedom ring.’’ the Congress passed a law calling on Mr. Speaker, continue to be able to I think we need to add now: Let free- the President to designate September sing: ‘‘O beautiful for spacious skies, dom ring from Afghanistan. Let free- 11 as Patriot Day in honor of the indi- for amber waves of grain, for purple dom ring from Pakistan. Let freedom viduals who lost their lives as a result mountain majesties above the fruited ring in Israel and Palestine. Let free- of the terrorist attacks against the plain. America, America, God shed His dom ring in China and India. Let free- United States that occurred on Sep- grace on thee, and crown thy good with dom ring in Zimbabwe and Nigeria. tember 11, 2001. brotherhood from sea to shining sea.’’ Let freedom ring in every country on Throughout America we join to- God bless America. every continent, because when freedom gether as a community in solidarity to

VerDate Sep 04 2002 00:55 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.034 H11PT1 H6190 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 make it clear to the world that our Na- devastation, there exists an innate de- ings but they also succeeded, contrary tion is united and resolved to defend sire of Americans to help others that is to their hopes and aspirations, of steel- freedom against all enemies, any en- unimaginably selfless and good. ing the determination of the American emies. We may be Democrats or Repub- Never was this more clear than 1 people to protect this free and open and licans, conservatives or liberals. We year ago today in New York and Wash- magnificent society. may differ in religion or ethnicity, but ington where hundreds of the world’s As we recall the events of a year ago we are united as Americans. Terrorists bravest and finest, including firemen, and as we plan the next action, it is destroyed the New York World Trade policemen, and first responders rushed important for us to realize that while Center buildings, but they can never to assist the victims of these tragic at- not always will governments be with destroy the character, strength and tacks; or above Shanksville, Pennsyl- us, people who love freedom will be values of the American people. vania, where passengers on Flight 93 with us in every corner of the world. Mr. Speaker, yesterday was an im- actually took a vote, a vote, to sac- The President will be addressing the portant day in Maryland. It was pri- rifice their own lives to preserve those United Nations tomorrow. He will be mary election day. Marylanders chose of others and prevent a potential as- speaking to all freedom-loving peoples their leaders and representatives by sault on the very Chamber in which we on the face of this planet. He will be the ballot box. Our enemies rule by now stand. talking on behalf of all of us because fear, intimidation, and force. Because The vote on Flight 93 to overtake the we are determined in the 21st century, of America’s leadership, freedom and hijackers epitomizes American values, as we were in earlier centuries, not democracy are winning in all corners of courage, and heroism at their very only to preserve our way of life but to the world. As President Bush has said, best. For in a moment of unprece- expand the arena of freedom for people ‘‘We are a people dedicated to the tri- dented darkness and despair these everywhere. umph of freedom and democracy over brave souls refused to sit idly by and It is easy, Mr. Speaker, to become evil and tyranny.’’ bear witness to evil. They chose to discouraged. When Pearl Harbor Today we thank millions of Ameri- take action after evoking the most struck, many were pessimistic. When cans who responded to the Nation’s basic American right and fundamental Hitler swept across Europe, many were calls, our soldiers, our firemen, our po- symbol of democracy that all of us hold pessimistic. But the indomitable spirit lice, our postal workers, and so many dear. of men like Winston Churchill knew more who have been on the front line As we commemorate the tragic full well that free societies will prevail. for the defense of our country. events of September 11 and honor the The Osama bin Ladens of this world are Ever since September 11, ‘‘God Bless victims lost in New York, Washington, simply incapable of comprehending America,’’ our hymn, has had a special and aboard Flight 93, we must remem- how powerful the spirit of freedom is in meaning. One year ago this evening, we ber the extraordinary acts of heroism open and democratic societies. We may sang it on the steps of the Capitol to that took place one year ago today. suffer setbacks, we may suffer occa- make it clear to the world that we From Washington to every community sional defeat, but our goal of pre- would triumph. Tonight we will sing across the United States, may we deserving this way of life for ourselves ‘‘God Bless America’’ on the steps of rive strength and courage from the and making it available for others if the Capitol to make it clear to the bravery demonstrated on September 11 they so choose cannot be defeated ei- world that we will never forget Sep- and commit ourselves to a future free ther by hijacking an aircraft, spreading tember 11. from terror, intolerance and hate to biological or chemical weapons, or any Mr. Speaker, may God bless those one of understanding, freedom and, such means. The spirits of free men and who mourn, may God bless those who above all, peace. women will prevail. And there is no serve, and may God bless America and Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield doubt in the minds of any of us in this bring us peace. myself such time as I may consume. body that however long this struggle Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I ask Mr. Speaker, this has been a fine mo- will take against terrorism and coun- unanimous consent that the time for ment for the House of Representatives. tries that support terrorists, we will debate on this resolution be extended We came together, not as Republicans prevail in the long run as free men and 20 minutes to be equally divided be- or as Democrats, but as American citi- women always have. tween the majority and minority. zens who are still so painfully aware of The many ceremonies across this Na- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. that horrible moment a year ago when tion, from New York to the Pentagon SHIMKUS). Is there objection to the re- lives were snuffed out, orphans were to Pennsylvania, to every town and quest of the gentleman from Nebraska? made, widows were made, family trage- hamlet in the United States, is proof There was no objection. dies were made across this land. And that the American people have learned Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 the people who did it so totally and so the lesson of a year ago. We may have minutes to the gentleman from Florida profoundly misunderstand the nature lost our innocence but we have multi- (Mr. WEXLER), our good friend and dis- of an open and free society. They plied our resolve and determination. tinguished colleague. sought to intimidate us. They sought This Nation is united, strong, and con- Mr. WEXLER. Mr. Speaker, we are to make us give up the good fight, but scious of the fact that our values, more here at this somber occasion to recog- they have only succeeded in steeling than our physical capabilities, will re- nize September 11 as a moment in his- our will and determination that the sult in our ultimate victory. tory when American heroism and patri- terrorists of this globe and the regimes otism prevailed over terror, adversity, that harbor them will not prevail. b 1515 and hate. This resolution pays tribute This struggle will go on for a long I want to commend all of my friends to those families personally affected by time. Al Qaeda may have been largely and colleagues who have participated the tragic events of September 11 and defeated in Afghanistan, but they are in this discussion. I trust the message honors the innocent victims of these all over the world in scores of countries that we sent with many voices, many horrific attacks. planning to perpetrate additional evil phrases, different approaches, will not Today America is united, drawn to- deeds. We are ready for them. be lost on those who cynically or oth- gether by overwhelming grief, a shared Not since Pearl Harbor have the erwise are doubting the resolve of the commitment to freedom and unwaver- American people been as determined, American people. This resolve is ing resolve. Our unity as a Nation as united, as committed to defending unshakeable, and this resolve will sends an unequivocal message that de- the values of our way of life, our Con- bring about ultimate victory over ter- spite the tragic events of September 11, stitution, our pluralism, our accept- rorism and totalitarian societies. the American spirit remains strong, ance of all religions, of all ethnic Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of that in the face of destruction and groups, of all forms of commitments to my time. hate, democracy, justice, and hope will values that we so dearly cherish in this Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I yield prevail. country. myself such time as I may consume. September 11 demonstrated that in a The terrorists may have succeeded in Mr. Speaker, first of all, I would like moment of unparalleled adversity and bringing down two magnificent build- to commend my colleague and friend,

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:06 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.044 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6191 the gentleman from California (Mr. during this tenuous and volatile time in the President Bush had scheduled a visit to LANTOS), for the very able way that he world. Booker Elementary School in Sarasota to has handled this debate, really this me- Today, we are united as a nation to confront give a major speech on education on the current world realities that have transformed morning of September 11. I’d spent the week- morial, this commemoration, for his end in Washington, but I flew down in order cogent and insightful remarks. The the social, psychological and spiritual fabric of to be with the president and to fly back on gentleman suggests that, in fact, this the world in which we coexist with our domes- Air Force One with him. The president was has reignited or reawakened a power- tic and foreign neighbors. scheduled to arrive at Booker at 9 o’clock in ful, diverse Nation. Indeed, that is the During the recent year, my colleagues and the morning. I was told something had hit case. That was what the terrorists ap- I have actively engaged in debate about how the World Trade Center, but I didn’t think parently did not expect. to formulate an agenda that addresses home- too much more about it. We all weren’t fo- On a personal note, may I say that land security, national spiritual salvation, and cused on that. The classroom was small, so there were a my wife and I are particularly grateful political bridge building with our international limited number of people in that room be- that her sister, an officer worker in the friends. sides the students. I went into the audito- Twin Towers, survived the bombing at- As we continue to make inroads toward rium-type room and was awaiting the presi- tack in 1991 and again last year and progress, I cannot over-emphasize how impor- dent’s speech. The second plane hit at 9:05 or was able to come down to safety with a tant it is to map out a course for our future so. We all started to realize the magnitude of lot of difficulty and a lot of courage; that will sustain, inspire and protect our chil- what was happening. We were just in a state and all of those people who had that dren. We must infuse them with a sense of of shock: ‘‘This can’t be true. This can’t be optimism because the confidence in which we true.’’ experience, of course, will have a com- Matt Kirk, of the Legislative Liaison Of- mitment to make this country even as Americans move around our country has fice at the White House, was assigned to us, better and even stronger than it had been shaken. However, as Americans, we will and he tried to keep us updated. Things were been. I believe that there is not a doubt not be deterred from experiencing the freedom in a state of flux, and the Secret Service in anyone’s mind in this country who we cherish. agents were moving around. There was a understands America that what hap- My colleagues and I on the Transportation question about whether the president was pened on September 11 has only rein- Committee recognize the importance of pro- going to make a speech to the nation from forced our strengths. It has, in fact, in- tecting the confidence of America’s traveling the school, or go over in front of Air Force public. We have worked diligently to ensure One. The White House staff felt the quickest creased our unity and our resolve. way was to just do that right there. We went The comments from my colleagues that the security needs of the flying public are out and got in our van in the motorcade. I here today give us some very strong in- paramount. We will continue to pursue the had my BlackBerry with me and I would get dication of the sentiment that their course of protecting our transportation infra- some news, and Matt Kirk could get some constituents feel and resolve that their structure, and we are committed to making news from his little pager, but it was lim- constituents expressed to them in their sure the America continues to move pas- ited. This was, say, 9:15 to 9:30. The president districts. I commend all of my col- sengers and cargo efficiently and safely. came out, got in his limousine, and then we leagues on both sides of the aisle for As ranking member of the Subcommittee on just drove very rapidly over to the Sarasota- this remarkable experience and expres- Workforce, Empowerment and Government Bradenton Airport. The president got on the Programs, I recognize how small business plane, and it took off about 10 o’clock. We sion here today. were told to tighten up our seat belts very Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of owners around our Nation have been victim- tight, because the plane has the ability to my time. ized economically and traumatized emotionally take off very steeply. When we took off, we Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield by the events of 9–11. Consequently, my col- were told there was no communication, be- such time as she may consume to the leagues and I on the Small Business Com- cause they didn’t want anyone to know gentlewoman from California (Ms. mittee have worked to ensure that industries where Air Force One was, and the press was MILLENDER-MCDONALD), a good friend hit hard by the traumatic events of September told that too. and neighbor and colleague. 11th, including the travel industry, are able to In many ways, for most of that day, I had far less news and information than most of (Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD asked survive. We have held hearings and offered the people around the world. It was frus- and was given permission to revise and legislation that seeks to resuscitate small busi- trating. Air Force One did not have, at that extend her remarks.) nesses throughout our Nation. Small busi- time, the ability to pick up television. Matt Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD. Mr. nesses constitute the backbone of our coun- Kirk would go up and try to talk to someone Speaker, I submit this statement in try’s economy, and with our help, they will not else and pick up some news. Somebody would the RECORD in support of this resolu- only survive, but also flourish. come back and share some information. The tion and applaud all Americans for Our domestic efforts and grief over the trag- president’s political adviser, Karl Rove, their resilience as we commemorate, if ic events of September 11th have heightened came back a couple times, just giving us an update. It was very tense with the staff, be- you will, and reflect on last year’s our appreciation for the pain of others around cause there obviously was a great security events. the world that have been subjected to the bru- concern by the Secret Service and the crew. Mr. Speaker, I rise to express my support tality and inhumanity of terrorism. And that is Around 10 o’clock, we were heading due for House Concurrent Resolution 464 that ex- why we have supported liberation and democ- north. And then, you could sense a turn to presses the sense of Congress on the anni- ratization efforts in Afghanistan and sought to the west. I would say 10:45, maybe 10:30 or so, versary of the horrible terrorist attacks assist and rehabilitate the victims of persecu- the plane changed course. We were told we launched against our country and our ideals of tion who are attempting to rebuild their lives weren’t going back to Washington. We didn’t democracy. and their country. know where we were going. I remember looking out my window and looking down at that My heart is heavy as I reflect on the tragic On this occasion of reflection recommitment Gulf Coast of the Alabama-Mississippi-Flor- events of a year ago. The past year has been and rededication to freedom, we are affirming ida area. especially difficult for the families, friends and our resolve to salute and honor the men and We started to pick up some TV reception. coworkers of individuals who perished in New women who paid the ultimate price—their We saw that the collapse of the towers had York, Pennsylvania, and Washington, DC. Our lives, just because they are Americans. They occurred. It was so surreal. I remember Karl prayers are offered to the victims and their will never be forgotten and our Nation shall Rove coming back and he said, ‘‘There are families. continue to rise to meet the challenge of ter- 40,000 people who are working at the World Today, in a small and symbolic way, we are Trade Center at this time.’’ No one knew the rorism and the threats posed by terrorists who magnitude could have been that high. And expressing our gratitude to the firemen, police- seek to derail freedom and the goodwill of hu- then, to hear about the Pentagon! men, healthcare workers and the individuals manity. About 11:30, we got called up to the presi- who, on that fateful day, performed heroic May God bless America and all people of dent’s office. The president was at his desk. deeds and helped their fellow human beings goodwill. There’s a little sofa that can seat four or five without regard for their own welfare. We thank Mr. DAN MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I people, and a chair where Andy Card sat. Be- you profusely for your efforts. America owes rise today to remember those who lost their hind us was this TV screen on the wall. I you a debt that we can never repay. We sa- lives and the lives of loved ones on Sep- didn’t even know it was there until I got a photograph, and you saw the World Trade lute you for your service and valor. tember 11, 2001. I also rise to submit an arti- Center, a fuzzy picture of it, right over our We also salute those who have served our cle which appeared in the National Journal on heads. Nation so bravely overseas and all people of August 31, 2002 which recounts my experi- The president was telling us that there goodwill who personify humanitarian virtues ence on that fateful day: were some other planes—six, maybe nine,

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And while this day one year I mourn the victims of September 11th, and choked up. It was almost like your’re speech- ago was marked by chaos, carnage, fear, and together with all Americans, I accept the chal- less. great loss, it also served to showcase the best lenges facing us as a truly united America. We He said he was determined to make sure we as Americans have to offer. In the year will never forget. But we will not let the actions that the people who were responsible for this since, these qualities—courage, innovation, of a handful of zealots derail the hundreds of would be identified and punished. There was idealism, hope—have enabled us to take great years of work we have put into this country— speculation on the plane, but not with him, steps toward rebuilding this Nation. the freest, most successful, and most demo- that it was bin Laden. The belief was, the cratic nation in the world. only people capable of such an evil deed were In many ways, the legacy of September 11, 2001, is a patchwork of personal stories. For God Bless America. either a government—and they didn’t think Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, it was any government behind this—or the many of us, the world has been changed for- bin Laden organization. ever in very personal and very painful ways. September 11th will always remain a day of The president was saying, ‘‘We are going Each child who woke up on September 12th great grief and sadness, courage and hope. off to an undisclosed location.’’ He was able without a parent—and each parent who suf- The sight of the destruction and evil filled us to very calmly explain where we were and fered the unspeakable pain of awakening with- with disbelief, sadness, helplessness and what we were getting ready to do. The only anger. That day and every day since we have one speaking was the president. And I don’t out their child—deserves our tireless pursuit of those responsible for these heinous crimes. All also been blessed to see the best of America. remember really even asking questions. Throughout the last 12 months, we have Americans deserve a country in which they I remember saying as we were leaving, seen the greatest of our national character in ‘‘God bless you, Mr. President.’’ You could feel safe. see the weight on his shoulders. He had been Each and every one of us has a connection countless acts of sacrifice, courage and love. through a lot in those couple of hours. And to the destruction. Stepping out of my car that Police, firefighters and port authority officers rushed into the building with more concern for he obviously knew a lot more than we knew. morning, I could feel the ground shake below finding victims than for their own safety. Two He talked about how he had given the me as the third hijacked airplane struck the order—he actually said it had been while he office workers, finding a disabled stranger, Pentagon. I will never forget the uneasiness was driving over from the school to Air carried her down 68 floors to safety. Rescuers that I felt—I know that I will never be able to Force One—to bring all the planes down from worked past exhaustion to save lives after the separate my personal attachment to that day the air. He was saying how we had an collapse. The men and women of our Armed with the larger infamy of September 11th. AWACS and six fighters surrounding us. He Forces, Federal Law Enforcement and Intel- was saying we were going to land at an un- While our individual struggles to come to ligence Community are now prosecuting the disclosed location, and that we would be get- terms with what occurred are often frightening war on terrorism abroad. The men and women ting off the plane there, and he was going on and lonely, they are also what bind us to- on Flight 93, having spoken with loved ones to another undisclosed location. gether. I believe I speak for millions of Ameri- When we got to Barksdale Air Force Base, on their cell phones and being told of the un- all you saw were just rows and rows of B–52 cans when I say that a piece of me died with folding events, stormed the hijackers and took bombers. There was a van, a Humvee, there each victim of the September 11th attacks. the plane down, saving thousands of lives on Mr. Speaker, I would be remiss if I did not were people standing around with automatic the ground. These acts showed the world mention a constituent in my district who also weapons, which you don’t see in the United what we have long known—that our fellow States. We’re seeing it today—but we did not had a piece of him taken away that day. John Americans are courageous, compassionate see it until September 11. And you could see Wesley’s fiance´e, Sarah, died on the plane and brave. That the true strength of our Nation the president go out. We were left there on that crashed into the Pentagon. John, like so is in the souls of each of us, and that is some- the plane. That’s when we got good TV, from many loved ones left behind, funnels his grief noon to 1:30. We could not have any con- thing our enemies can never take from us and into a positive effort that is a testament to his tact—no cell phones or BlackBerrys. Then never defeat. the president came back about 1:30. We fiance´e—ensuring that her legacy will con- Our Nation still grieves through our national exited the plane and stood there on the tinue. I must also mention that despite his tragedy and personal loss. To the children and tarmac, and Air Force One took off. grief, John, such a positive person—is now parents and spouses and families and friends I was able to call my wife, who was at committed to preserving Sarah’s mission of of the lost, we offer our deepest sympathy, our home on Capitol Hill. The White House had exposing kids to different cultures. Mr. Speak- tears, our support and our love. None of us called her and told her I was on Air Force er, there are so many John Wesley’s in our One. I said something like, ‘‘Honey, I’m OK.’’ will ever forget the events of September 11th, Nation and I salute them for their courage. but we will continue our lives together, arm-in- I was able to tell her where I was and that We are now at the one-year anniversary of there was another plane that was going to arm, with a collective strength that can carry take us back to Washington. They flew us to a day America will never forget. It is time to us all. Andrews Air Force Base, and I got home take a look at where we are. Already, we have Not only is our military winning the war on about 6 o’clock. We have to be about the waged our ‘‘War on Terrorism’’ to Afghanistan the ground, we are also winning the war in the only plane in the air, with the exception of with great success. Brave American service- hearts and minds of individuals across the the fighter planes, because everyone was men and servicewomen have risked their lives world. The world is beginning to see exactly grounded, I guess. I’ll never forget the land- half-way around the world to prevent further who America is and who are enemies are. ing. You saw the Pentagon smoke. attacks, and bring those responsible for Sep- I remember when I came home and walked Never has the difference been so clear. They in the house, it was very emotional. I hugged tember 11th to justice. We have radically al- wish to kill and destroy, we seek to assist and my wife. We just squeezed each other. It was tered the way that we look at national security build. They work for division, we seek unity. hard to comprehend. I just didn’t want to by undertaking the single greatest Federal They pray for and plot our failure, we hope talk to anyone, besides my son and daughter, Government reorganization in 50 years. We and work for a better life for all. because it was still so emotional. I choke up have taken unprecedented strides in revamp- In one year’s time, we have comforted those sometimes just talking about it. It’s just ing our transportation security infrastructure. who lost loved ones, we have completed our hard to comprehend that I was right there on We have been forced to reevaluate our aging clean-up at Ground Zero, rebuilt the Pentagon, Air Force One when this whole thing was systems of immigration and naturalization. We rallied the civilized world against terrorism, re- evolving. This was obviously the most significant event during my congressional ca- have cleared the tons of rubble of the two newed our friendship with our Muslim friends reer. You realize that the U.S. is vulner- largest buildings in America’s largest city. We and Arab partners, destroyed terrorist training able—that we’re not immune to some of the have removed and rebuilt the nerve center of camps in Afghanistan, rid the world of thou- problems elsewhere around the world, and it this Nation’s defenses. And we are far from sands of terrorists, put others on the run who makes you think that life is very precious. I through. will soon understand there are no limits to didn’t know anyone personally who perished Mr. Speaker, I rise today as a patriot and a American justice, and freed a people from an that day, but it brought that home to me. legislator. I take both roles very seriously. oppressive regime, restoring hope and oppor- Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Since the attacks of September 11th, the tunity. We’re working with the new Afghan as a cosponsor of this important Resolution American people have been reminded that government to lay the foundation for long-term and to share in a day of grief and reflection freedom is not free. It takes courage to both stability and to reverse the conditions that al- with all Americans. survive in a dangerous world and retain our lowed terrorist regimes to take root in the first

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:06 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.035 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6193 place. This Congress has taken necessary ac- in the healing process, in demonstrating our days in our country’s history. I am proud of the tions to strengthen our homeland, assist the resolve, and in providing for the defense of way Americans have united following the hor- family and friends who lost loved ones, and our country. This past year has been a time of rific terrorist attacks on civilians. Neighbors worked to stem the economic downturn that anguish and renewal for many. It has been a who rarely spoke to each other, or people who resulted. There has been much good that has time of trepidation over our future in a world did not even know each other shared their come out of that tragic day that shook us to with division, unresolved differences and thoughts, compassion, and prayers for our fall- our core, but strengthen our resolve and de- weapons of mass destruction. As we reflect on en heroes. Our country is now stronger than termination to rid the world of evil. And we still the events of one year ago, we are reminded ever. have much work to do. We did not ask for this of who we are as a people, of what we believe Understandably, a lot of Americans are out- mission, but we will fulfill it to ensure that free- in as a nation, and of the values that make raged following the attacks. Let it be clear that dom endures. our democracy strong. we will continue to hunt down those respon- We are now engaged in a struggle that we The people of Guam are a patriotic people, sible for the attacks of Sept. 11, and those cannot and will not lose. We have come to a whose loyalty to the United States has been that may be foolish enough to plan to harm us unique moment in history, and America must tested in our most darkest hours of history. As again. We must also remember that we are take its rightful place, leading the charge for many of my colleagues recall, concurrent with not fighting a war with people of any specific the right of men and the responsibility of gov- the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, ethnic group, nationality, or religion. We must ernment. Throughout our storied history, 1941, Guam was also attacked, invaded and be vigilant and wary of any efforts by the U.S. America has reaffirmed its commitment to then occupied. During World War II, our island government or members of our citizenry to ra- freedom. Today, we find ourselves at the endured a 32-month brutal occupation. Sur- cially profile innocent people, as we wage our dawn of a new birth of freedom, not only for vival during this daunting and difficult period war against terrorism. I repeat the poignant our Nation, but indeed for all of mankind. We emboldened the people of Guam and taught words of a famous philosopher who once said have been given this enormous task, and we us to cherish freedom and democracy. It was ‘‘Whoever fights monsters should see to it that with this experience, etched in our memories, will undertake it as only America knows how— in the process he doesn’t become a monster.’’ that we were confronted with the events sur- head on—and we will succeed. We will cap- As a child, I was a first-hand witness to civil rounding the most devastating attacks on ture this opportunity for all of mankind and all injustice. My family and I were locked up in a American civilians in our Nation’s history on time. We will continue to lead this Nation and U.S. internment camp during World War II September 11, 2001. In the days that have fol- world that we love, confident that the same only because we were of Japanese descent. lowed, school children on Guam, like many God that watched over George Washington as There were many patriots during this war. across the country, have penned their Thousands of young Americans of Japanese he led our revolutionary army, over our found- thoughts on paper and creatively expressed ing fathers as they established our system of ancestry fought and died for the very country their feelings in drawings and illustrations for that imprisoned their families. However, their government, over Abraham Lincoln during the the families, firefighters, police officers, rescue Civil War, and over our Armed Forces as they loyalty to America never wavered. personnel, and others that were a part of this Our war against terror is going to be a long- stormed the beaches at Normandy, is still tragedy. On Guam, like everywhere else in the term engagement. Along the way we will need watching over us today as we go forth to country, scores of American Flags waved atop to be thoughtful and critical of many different make the world safe for freedom and democ- cars, trucks, and buses, on backpacks of courses of action. It will be more important racy. school children and in front of homes. People than ever to ensure that we all have the free- America was targeted by our enemies be- filled the pews in the churches and places of dom to ask tough questions of our government cause we are the beacon for freedom and op- worship to pray for those who lost their lives officials, cultural institutions, and citizenry. The portunity in the world. That light still shines and for comfort, hope and peace. The people declaration of war against terrorism, in itself, is brightly today. Peace and freedom will prevail. of Guam also donated blood, time and money not sufficient justification for the passage of Hatred and evil are ephemeral, but love and in support of the rebuilding efforts. Memorial invasive and constitutionally suspect govern- goodness have no end. The greatest people in concerts, performances, and vigils have been ment powers, or calls for military action the history of mankind have been called to de- held to bring recognition of the American her- against nations. A true patriot will ensure that fend a great nation and the greatest of ideas, oism that was so courageously displayed in the actions of our government are just and and we will continue to succeed. the aftermath of the attacks. reasonable. As we pause to mark the first anniversary of Last November, I was able to travel to the Our Constitution is rarely tested in times of one of the worst days in our Nation’s history, New York City Office of Emergency Manage- tranquility, but is severely tested in times of we not only remember and pray for the loved ment where I witnessed firsthand the profes- tension, turmoil, and tragedy. We must re- and the lost, we also renew our commitment sional, compassionate work of the people of member to embrace the principles of our Con- to honoring their memory by pursuing peace New York in the face of this tragedy. I was stitution—our contract for democracy and free- and justice, by upholding freedom and democ- able to bring with me then hundreds of sup- dom—which others seek to destroy. They racy, and by defending all that is good and port and thank you letters and drawings from shall not succeed. My heart and prayers go just in the world. school children on Guam. out to all those lost someone dear to them. Mr. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, today, as To the families of those who lost loved Know that I share your pain, and that I will we remember the victims of 9/11 and pay trib- ones, please know that the thoughts and never forget the sacrifice your families made ute to the fallen heroes who sacrificed their prayers of the people of Guam are with you. in the name of America. lives to save others, our Nation offers grati- To those first responders who aided in the Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, a tude, comfort and support to the families of rescue efforts and to those individuals who year has passed since 3,000 innocent men, those who perished on that tragic day. Our have committed themselves to the rebuilding women and children tragically lost their lives in Nation is also reminded of the brave men and efforts, please know that the people of Guam a brutal and cowardly attack on our country. women who are standing guard here at home are grateful to you for your work and commit- While we have had a year to come to terms and abroad—soldiers, police officers, fire- ment. As we commemorate the tragic events with the enormous tragedy of September 11, fighters, and first responders. We are grateful of September 11, 2001, and pay tribute to all the sense of loss remains overwhelming. for their service. Time may heal wounds, but the goodness that has followed within the past On that somber day, we all watched in dis- we will never forget. year since that unforgettable day, let us never belief as terrorists hijacked planes to attack Mr. UNDERWOOD. Mr. Speaker, it is with a forget the sacrifice. The people of Guam stand buildings that symbolized our strength and most profound sense of remembrance that I in solidarity with the rest of our country. We power. We will never forget that day or the rise in support of this resolution, which I am continue to stand ready to do our part in this people whose lives were unexpectedly taken proud to cosponsor. Although Guam, the dis- national crusade. As so often has happened in from them. tant U.S. Territory I have the privilege of rep- the past century, Guam is ready. We made New Mexico’s families felt the pain of losing resenting in this body, is roughly some 10,000 our contributions in World War II and in the friends and loved ones. No one who knew miles away from the City of New York, Penn- Korean and Vietnam Conflicts. We will do our Alamogordo’s Alfred Marchand can ever forget sylvania, and Northern Virginia, its people, my part, and more, again and again in this new this man who proudly served his community in constituency, share in the sorrow and concern century to defend our country, to preserve our the Alamogordo Department of Public Safety. for those directly affected by the September democracy, and safeguard our values of free- After a stellar 21-year career, he followed his 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on our Nation. Our dom and liberty. heart and became a flight attendant. While liv- geographic isolation and great distance from Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, today marks the ing his dream, he perished on United Airlines the mainland has not kept us from taking part one-year anniversary of one of the most tragic Flight 175 fighting against the terrorists.

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:06 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.037 H11PT1 H6194 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 We must also remember Senior Airman ing process and the unlimited hope of the those terrorists who perpetrated these acts of Jason Cunningham, who grew up in Carlsbad. American spirit. Throughout the past year I evil. I applaud those in our Armed Forces for Jason died on a mission in Afghanistan while have been working with community leaders in their continued commitment to pursue those trying to save another serviceman. Albuquer- my congressional district to both cope with the responsible for the attacks. que’s Sgt. First Class Christopher James aggression forced upon us and assess the The words spoken so long ago by President Speer also died in an Afghanistan firefight with level of preparedness in our region should an- Lincoln seem to fit so eloquently at this mo- suspected terrorists. He made the absolute other incident occur. ment in history. ‘‘It is for us the living rather to sacrifice to protect us from terror. We need to be sure our everyday heroes: be dedicated here to the unfinished work Remembering the 3,000 lives taken from us our police, fire, ambulance, and medical per- which they who fought here have thus far so reminds us that, though we continue to move sonnel have the adequate resources, training, nobly advanced. It is rather for us to be here forward with our own lives, we do so in a supplies, materials, and equipment they need dedicated to the great task remaining before world that has been profoundly affected by the to protect our community. These brave men us—that from these honored dead we take in- events of September 11. and women are a critical component of our creased devotion to that cause for which they As we search for ways to deal with the un- Homeland Security for they are our front line. gave the last full measure of devotion—that speakable horror of this tragedy, we can take Because of their valiance and commitment to we here highly resolve that these dead shall guidance from the words of Robert F. Ken- service we are safer than we were a year ago. not have died in vain, that this nation under nedy. Amid the grief and rage that followed As we remember the attacks on our nation God shall have a new birth of freedom, and the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, in New York, at the Pentagon, and in Pennsyl- that government of the people, by the people, Jr., RFK said, ‘‘In this difficult time for the vania we are reminded of the promise and the for the people shall not perish from the earth.’’ United States, it is perhaps well to ask what hope that has risen from the ashes of that As we humble ourselves before Him and kind of nation we are and what direction [do] dreadful day. For Independence, to Lee’s pray for His guidance, may God continue to we want to move in.’’ Summit to Kansas City, the people in the bless this great nation. These questions are still appropriate today. heart of our nation are joining in numerous Mr. STRICKLAND. Mr. Speaker. We all What kind of nation are we? What direction do events commemorating the 9/11 anniversary. carry with us memories of September 11, we want to move in? I would answer that One such event, the interfaith observance, 2001. It was a profoundly personal day for all America remains a great nation and I would ‘‘Remembering 9/11: A Day of Hope reflects of us. No matter what happens in our lives, challenge us all to move in a direction that the uniqueness of Kansas City as a place each of us will forever carry the horror we felt even more closely embraces the virtues and known for its river and fountains. Water gath- as we watched the unbelievable images on values that make us great. ered from the Missouri River and many of the television unfold that fateful day. Even if we September 11 has tested—and will continue area’s fountains will be mixed with water gath- had no family or friends who were directly in- to test—the resolve and the resilience of all ered from rivers all over the world, including volved, as Americans we were deeply touched Americans. It will test our commitment to the Tibet and Egypt. The water will be distributed by those unspeakable events. virtues and values on which this Nation is to participants in the observance to be used at One year later, we observe a day of remem- built: democracy, diversity, liberty and justice other events later in the day symbolically con- brance. Not an anniversary, but a guidepost: a for all. Our response to September 11 must be necting all those present to a spirit of renewal mark against which we measure how far our to become even more passionate in our com- and healing, regardless of religion or creed. nation has come since that horrific day one mitment to these virtues and values: to em- Another common theme throughout the year ago. brace and support democracy around the Kansas City area remembrances is the num- That day, we witnessed the courage of hun- world; to celebrate our national mosaic of ber 3,000 approximating the number of victims dreds of heroes who sacrificed themselves in races and religions; and to shine the light of in the September 11 attacks: 3,000 flags are an effort to save others. We felt rage and de- liberty even more brightly into every corner of to hang at the Kansas City Middle School of spair that a few evil men could purposefully the earth. the Arts, 3,000 memorial candles are to light steal so many lives, and at the same time we America is involved. We give of ourselves— at Temple B’nai Jehudah, 3,000 names are to felt deep pride in the courage of our fellow as servicemembers, teachers, law enforce- be read at the bell tower at Rockhurst Univer- Americans. We witnessed the best and worst ment officials, emergency workers, and volun- sity. of humanity. We dealt with our sorrow by car- teers for causes great and small. Mr. Speaker, I join my colleagues in support ing for each other. Today, public service is more important than of H. Con. Res. 464 and echo the sentiments What began as one of the darkest days in ever. Tragedy reminds us we must come to- of Margaret Truman, daughter of President our nation’s history will long be remembered gether to create an America that is even more Harry S. Truman and native of Independence, as one of America’s finest hours. just, more democratic and more secure. Missouri that ‘‘in years to come we will see One year later, I see a new America. We America is a great nation. Let us look back September 11 as a turning point in our history have not experienced the enormous sea on September 11, 2001, with sadness and re- as a people, a day of grief and glory that cre- change many predicted, but we greet each spect, grieve for those we lost, and honor ated a new dimension in the soul of America.’’ day with a greater sense of responsibility to those who showed the courage that makes us Mr. WELDON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, on our families, our communities and our nation. all proud. Let us emerge from this tragedy a this first year anniversary, I extend my deep- We also know that from now on we will be stronger and wiser great nation. est sympathies to the families of the countless asked to sacrifice convenience for safety. We Ms. MCCARTHY of Missouri. I rise today to number of innocent victims of the September now know how vulnerable our freedom makes commemorate the anniversary of the Sep- 11th terrorist attacks on the Pentagon, the us. tember 11 attacks on our nation. As I reflect World Trade Center, and in a desolate field in But we also have a newfound appreciation on this first anniversary of the tragic attacks Pennsylvania. for those freedoms and a renewed sense of on our nation I am overcome with sadness Nothing will ever repair the losses we suf- the strength that our liberty gives us. We have and hope. that we as a nation have come to- fered as a nation one year ago today. The his- been reminded that America’s strength as a gether in a spirit of reflection, resiliency and tory of the United States changed forever nation comes not only from its military might, continued renewal is a testament to the endur- when nineteen terrorists hijacked four planes but from the tightly woven fabric of the Amer- ing greatness of the American spirit. and killed three thousand Americans. ican family, symbolized in the stars and stripes Though we are pausing throughout the day While the events of that morning will forever of our flag. It is the solidarity of our national to remember those we lost, our resolve to pro- play in our mind’s eye, we endure and we are family that I hope will once again bring comfort tect our freedom, is unyielding. Our nation is moving forward. As a united America, we have to the families and friends of those who lost strong and once again America and our val- taken the needed steps to rebuild, to heal, to their lives on that fateful day. ues have persevered. Friday’s Special Ses- pursue justice, and to secure our borders. We should also remember the thousands of sion of Congress in New York’s Federal Hall Since that time, I have been proud to vote Americans who are nobly risking their lives in invoked the history of the first Congress con- for legislation to make our communities safer foreign lands in the effort to wipe out ter- vened in 1789 and represented a strong mes- and our military stronger as we face the chal- rorism. This war will continue to be time con- sage to the world that as Americans we stand lenges of the new century. I commend Presi- suming and costly. But we Americans are a together in our fight against terrorism. dent bush for his leadership and I commend strong and resolute people. We have lived Last year when I visited Ground Zero I saw the brave men and women of the United through the dark days of wars past. evil in the devastation present. Last week at States Armed Forces in the successful effort As FDR said following the attack on Pearl Ground Zero I saw the continuing of our heal- to oust the Taliban from power and hunt down Harbor, ‘‘No matter how long it make take us

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So help us bowl of cornflakes, and cleaning the station out what to do; (4) hearing the sound of the God.’’ and apparatus area, I sat in my favorite plane crashing into the Pentagon, which I May God place his blessing on you and chair in the apparatus area to read a book later described as a ‘‘crunch’’; (5) sensation yours, and may God continue to bless the about opera. About 0900 Mark and Dennis of a lot of pressure; (6) feeling very, very hot were inside the fire station in the day room. United States of America. very quickly; (7) ‘‘we’re certainly not going Mark came out to tell me that an airplane to burn up!’’ The following is a statement by Alan Wal- had just crashed into the World Trade Cen- Later that morning when I began to look lace. Alan was a firefighter from my district ter. I then got up and went into the day at the distances of everything from the fire who was stationed on the heli-paid outside the room to watch the television coverage from truck, I thought the plane hit the building Pentagon on September 11, 2001. For his New York City. While we three were watch- 200 feet south of the front of the fire truck. bravery that day, Alan was a co-recipient of ing, a second aircraft struck the second I had only apparently run about 20 feet when the Department of Defense Fire Fighter Her- tower. I think we watched the TV for about the plane hit the building. I ran another 30 10 minutes or so. feet or so until I felt I was on fire. I thought oism Award. The following is his account of I then went back outside. I was soon joined I had done everything I could do for myself. the events that day. by Mark. We both began to work around the I decided to get down below the fire and fire- On the morning of September 11, 2001, I was crash truck and were talking about the ball. So I dove face first to the blacktop. At assigned to the Heliport Station at the Pen- events in New York. About 0920, Chief Char- this time, it just happened that I was right tagon. I was assigned there the day before as lie Campbell called the Pentagon fire station beside the left rear tire of the Ford van. (I well. I should have been assigned to the Pen- to inform us of the attacks on the WTC in presume that the debris from the Pentagon tagon fire station all that week. New York. He actually talked to all three of and airplane was being propelled away from Fort Myer firefighters were taking a week- us: first Dennis, then me and then Skip. He the impact site.) I immediately crawled very long class on Air Field Firefighting, given at wanted to be sure we were aware of the WTC quickly under the van for cover and safety. the classrooms Building 219. Mark Skipper, disaster and that is was definitely a terrorist At this time, I noticed a lot of heat and de- Dennis Young and I had already had the attack. He wanted to be sure we were aware cided to crawl to the end of the van. Very training. Mike Thayer, John Pine and Ron- of everything going on around the fire sta- soon the heat was unbearable and I decided nie Willett also had had the training. tion. He also said Washington D.C. could to get out from under the van and get farther Thayer, Pine and Willett were scheduled off very well be a target and if that happened, away from the impact site. It was then that on 9/11. Chief George Thompson was off be- our fire truck could be dispatched to an inci- I saw Mark Skipper to my left—out in the cause his wife was ill. dent. field 50–75 feet away. He was standing, look- Mark Skipper, Dennis Young and I were Let me say this. After the NYC attack, I ing back to the impact site and seemed to be the 3 crew members assigned to the Pen- began to have ‘‘second thoughts’’ about hav- swinging his arms. I immediately ran over to tagon fire station on the morning of 9/11. We ing the fire truck parked where is was. him to ask if he was OK. He said he was, and arrived there about 0730. The fire station was Would it be better for the time being to re- then said ‘‘I’m glad you saw that airplane!’’ I said ‘‘get your gear on—we have a lot of new and we had only been using it since Jan- turn it to the fire station until around 1100 work to do; I’m going to the fire truck.’’ uary or February 2001. We also had a new or so? But I decided not to move it. Mark and I continued to mess around the It was probably at this time that I first no- crash truck assigned there, an Emergency ticed the damage to the Pentagon and the One Titan 3000. It carries 1,500 gallons of fire truck. The last minute or two before the plane hit the Pentagon, Mark and I were crash truck. A lot of smoke was in the sky water and 200 gallons of 3% foam. Our first above the Pentagon. The rear of the crash helicopter flight was around 10 am. But we working in the right rear compartment where the foam metering valves are located. truck was on fire with a large blaze. But were expecting Pres. George W. Bush to land most noticeable was that everything around in Marine One around 12 noon, returning Mark told me how, if you had to, you could get as much as 50% foam solution out of the the fire truck on the ground was on fire. Also from Jacksonville, Florida. (He had actually the west side of the Pentagon was on fire, all left from the Pentagon the day before.) Need- roof turret and discharges. We laughed about cheating the government out of some foam! the way from the first to the fifth (top) floor. less to say, neither flight arrived at the Pen- I ran about 30 yards back to the damaged Mark and I then walked toward the right tagon that day because of the terrorist at- crash truck, stepping carefully, not to slip front corner of the truck. We were side-by- tacks. on the burning debris covering the ground. I side, always within an arm’s reach or each Mark, Dennis, and I had our turn-out gear arrived at the right cab door, opened it and other. We had walked past the right front either on the crash truck or in the station. climbed in. I grabbed the radio and put the corner of the crash truck (Foam 161) and About 0830 I decided to pull the crash truck head set on, then jumped over the radios into were maybe 10–15 feet in front of the truck outside of the fire station and place it in a the driver’s seat. I immediately pushed the 2 when I looked up toward my left side. I saw position more accessible to the heliport engine start buttons and the engine started, a large frame commercial airline crossing landing site. The truck was then parked per- to my amazement. I thought if I could pull Washington Blvd, heading towards the west pendicular to the Pentagon, with the rear of side of the Pentagon! The plane had two big the fire truck away from the Pentagon and the truck 15–20 feet from the west wall of the engines, appeared to be in level flight, and put it in a left turn, I could direct the roof Pentagon, and the truck facing west, to- was only approximately 25 feet off the turret nozzle into the impact site using the wards the heliport pad. The right side of the ground, and only about 200 YARDS from our foam and water on board the truck. I then truck was approximately 30 feet from the location. I later said the plane approached pushed off the emergency brake and pulled fire station’s apparatus door opening. (I for- the Pentagon at about a 45 degree angle but the transmission selector into the drive get to mention the Ford Van we normally later drawings showed it was closer to 60 de- range and tramped on the accelerator (I still use for transport between Fort Myer and the grees. The airplane appeared to be a Boeing couldn’t believe the engine had started.) Pentagon. It is a 15 passenger vehicle which 757 or an Air Bus 320—white, with blue and However, the accelerator would not make was parked west of the fire station facing orange stripes. Mark later recalled the plane the engine run any faster and the truck north, with its rear about 10 feet north of the was silver and even identified that it was would not move. (I later found out from apparatus end of the fire station and ap- American Airlines. Mark then whenever I tramped on the accel- proximately 6 feet from the side of the fire So many people think Mark and I watched erator, the flames on the back of the truck station.) the plane hit the building. We did NOT. We would flare up.) The window in the left door The fire station is approximately 75 feet only saw it approach for an instant, I would was open and I had left the right cab door long, 35 feet wide and 16 feet tall. The flight estimate not longer then half a second. Oth- open as I entered the truck. There was a lot control tower sits above the fire station. ers didn’t understand why we didn’t hear it of smoke coming up along the left side of the There were two other individuals at the heli- sooner. We did not hear it until right after truck, and blowing through this open window port site: Sean Berger (U.S. Army Personnel) we saw it. I estimate that the plane hit the and filling the cab with smoke, as well as and Jackie Kidd, both active duty Army. building only 11⁄2–2 seconds after we saw it. exiting the right door. There was a fire in As I said, we were expecting Pres. Bush What I am saying is, immediately after we the left side of the driver’s seat back. That about nooon, which would be a Code One saw it we heard the noise, the engines, I’m must have produced a lot of the smoke in the Standby. In such situations, one of the prob- sure. I described that as a terrible noise— cab as well. At some point when I was in the lems I see at the heliport is that there are loud, scary, and horrible. At the time we saw cab, I looked to my right and saw Dennis too many people there. Plus there are many the plane, I said ‘‘LET’S GO!’’ and Mark and Young walking through the apparatus area, vehicles, including Secret Service, Pentagon I ran away from the area. I turned and ran to so I knew he was OK. At another point, I SWAT, U.S. Park Police, D.C. cops on motor- my right, going north. (I do not remember called Fort Myer Fire Dispatch on the fire cycles, and the two Presidential limounsines. which way Mark went, since I did not see radio and gave the following message: And some of these vehicles even park in him until I crawled out from under the Ford ‘‘Foam 61 to Fort Myer: we have had a front of the fire station apparatus door, Van.) commercial airliner crash into the west side

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But had I not had the fire extin- The fire station was to my right and I no- tagon because of traffic. But I learned later guisher but had taken the garden hose at- ticed it was trashed and there was burning that R/E 161, R/E 162 and the Asst. Chief did tached to the fire station, she might not material inside the apparatus area. I see not have difficulty getting to the Pentagon. have known she was very near the outside of Mark outside the right cab door signaling me A further comment about my radio mes- the building and near rescuers. to shut off the engine. sage: I should have followed it up with a call I then began to assist the fire fighting (Note: I feel I had the fire truck engine from one of the portable radios or possibly a crews. I got a larger nozzle tip for the attack running in 20 seconds after the plane hit the phone call to Fort Myer from the heliport team and got 50 feet of 4 inch hose off Engine building. This time included running, crawl- station phone (had it been in service). I had 161 so we could move the deluge gun closer to ing, checking on Mark and running back to not waited for a reply from Dispatcher Bob the Pentagon. Another project I undertook the burning crash truck.) Connelly. (more on this subject later). was to begin removing all the equipment off Just as I was about to get out of the Unknown to me, before my radio message, the crash truck: the third S.C.B.A., all the wrecked truck, someone appeared at the cab Arlington Dispatch was receiving numerous extra air bottles, power cords, floodlights, all door asking for a breathing apparatus. He 911 calls from all around the county. Reports the 13⁄4″ hose (200 feet of it), tools, and fire were varied: helicopter crash into east side may have been a Pentagon cop. So I handed extinguishers. At this point, the truck was of the Pentagon, tractor trailer on fire on him one of the S.C.B.A.’s and then handed still on fire and a lot of fire was right behind Washington Blvd, possible airplane crash on another one to Mark. Before getting out of the truck in the Pentagon. I also noticed or near the 14th Street Bridge. Many of the the cab. I grabbed my helmet, radio, face that the two personnel vehicles that had 911 callers could see smoke but could not de- piece (for my S.C.B.A.). I carried these items been parked near the impact site, belonging termine its source. Some likely saw a low over to the rear of the van, an area I thought to the two Army Flight Control Tower per- flying aircraft or heard the impact of the would be out of the traffic and easy to find sonnel. Both had been completely destroyed crash. Arlington Dispatch advised all listen- later. Dennis was attempting to use a fire ex- by flying debris and fire. ing stations about some of these reports, but tinguisher on the truck. Mark was removing About this time hose line crews from Fort some of the EMS equipment from the truck. of course couldn’t confirm exact location, Myer were entering the building with a 21⁄2″ At this time, we all probably thought the etc. In fact, it is quite possible that one of hose with a 11⁄4″ solid nozzle. We added 50 feet these callers, recalling the flight #90 crash truck would be consumed by the damaging of 4″ hose to the deluge gun. Capt. Dennis into the Potomac River many years ago, was fire. Gilroy noticed the first collapse of a cornice At this point, I went into the fire station instrumental in causing National Airport to above the fifth floor windows, just above the through the open apparatus door area and at- dispatch the first big crash truck. According impact site. Dennis Young and I were at the tempted to get dressed in my turn-out gear to the firefighters from the classroom at deluge gun and were told to pull back and (coat, pants, boots and helmet.) I noticed my Fort Myer, immediately after the commu- allow the deluge gun to operate un-manned. boots and pants were covered with debris, nication from Arlington, they heard my About the time Gilroy ordered our people with numerous wood, rock and metal frag- radio message. Therefore apparently my to get out of the building, there was report ments filling the boots. One of my elastic message was successful in informing my fel- of another hijacked airliner, allegedly head- suspenders was on fire, which I stamped out low firefighters of the exact location. After ing toward Washington D.C. During this pe- (or so I though). When I was considering how victims stopped appearing at the Pentagon riod of waiting, Capt. Gilroy was assigning best to empty the debris from my boots, I windows, Mark, Dennis and I began assisting firefighters to hand line teams to attack the heard a voice back outside saying ‘‘we need the arriving Fort Myer companies on the fire fire, which was beginning to spread to the help here’’. I think it was at this time that ground. My next task was to get into my third and fourth floors of the Pentagon. Dennis, Mark and I began to assemble at the ‘‘fire turn gear’’. Returning to the rescue By now, I was feeling the effects of exhaus- first floor windows of the Pentagon (behind site behind the crash truck, again I looked at tion from the frantic pace and severe short- the crash truck). my fire boots and pants. They were still full I was later told by a civilian rescuer that of debris, but now the left suspender had ness of breath from the lack of air at the im- I helped him climb into the window of the completely burned off down to the end where pact site where we had assisted victims. I Pentagon where most of the victims exited it had been attached to my pants! I picked thought Mark and Dennis were in the same the building. I don’t remember helping him up my gear and dumped out the rocks, etc., shape. Mark and I both told Gilroy not to up. But I definitely remember him being stepped into my boots and pulled up the fire count on us for the hand line crew. Our fel- there. I feel he was instrumental in orga- pants. With only one suspender, I must have low Fort Myer firefighters had become aware nizing the rescue effort at this area of the looked like Jethro Bodine from the Beverly of our injuries and Gilroy called an EMS Pentagon. At the time, I described him as a Hillbillies. I also got on my nylon sock-hood crew to tend to us. civilian 35–40 years old wearing black jeans, and fire coat. I grabbed a big lantern and two Our injuries were primarily second degree black polo shirt with a red logo on the shirt. fire extinguishers (one CO2 and the other 20# burns on our necks and forearms. In addi- In April, 2002, I learned that the identity of PurpleK, potassium bicarbonate). tion, Mark had a laceration on his hand, this ‘civilian’ was Blair Bozek. He turns out I pulled the safety pin on the CO2 and Dennis had a sprained ankle, and I had left to be a Lt. Col. USAF, (Ret.). He was one of placed the lantern under my left arm, shoulder pain. (Note: Mark, Dennis and I the SR71 Spy plane pilots. Ha! Mark and I al- walked around the burning end of the crash were only wearing T-shirts, work trousers ways felt 10–15 people may have exited the truck, sprayed some of the CO2 on it and and boots or heavy shoes at the time of the Pentagon at our location. All were terrified, under it. The extinguisher seemed only attack.) A medic unit arrived, Arlington, I most were burned. They had had varying about half full, so it was quickly discharged believe. They bandaged our burns with wet amounts of clothing burned from their bod- and I threw it aside. dressings and wrapped them with gauze. I ies, and some were missing shoes. We were Pulling the pin on the PurpleK bottle, I was given oxygen to breathe; the others assisted in rescuing them by several civil- walked behind the truck and into the Pen- weren’t experiencing difficulty breathing. ians as well as Armed forces people who, hav- tagon. Holding the illuminated lantern in We were delivered to the triage area at ap- ing been uninjured in the attack, had come my left hand, I immediately notice how poor proximately 1100. to aid their fellow employees. the visibility was. Keep in mind I still had no There, we three saw Jackie Kidd and Sean I would like to describe how very hostile gloves, no helmet and no S.C.B.A. I do not Berger from the Control Tower. They looked the working environment was following the think I went into the building any further to be OK. Jackie was really shaking and airplane attack. We were directly up against than 20 feet. I would see fire and spray the Sean had his forearms wrapped, much like the Pentagon building, which was on fire extinguisher on it. It makes a very loud us. When I saw them, I realized I had not with smoke pouring heavily from all of the noise when being discharged and I did so sev- thought once about them after the attack. I windows. The ground was burning all around eral times. Out of nowhere, I heard the clear felt bad about this. Later I thought I would us. A magnolia tree was burning, which gave voice of a woman yell ‘‘hey!’’ She had heard have at least told Dennis Young to ‘‘check a strange sensation of flaming ‘‘things’’ the sound of the fire extinguisher and real- on the people in the Tower’’ but I guess there floating in the air—I later realized they were ized she was near another person. She did not was just far too much to think about in the magnolia leaves. There were several times sound panicked. I yelled back ‘‘I can’t see immediate response to the attack. the heat was so intense that I thought my you’’ and she clapped her hands. I was wav- Sean and Jackie were both given a ride pants were on fire. It was especially difficult ing my flashlight. I did not go after her, and home by a nurse-bystander named Victoria to breathe because of the smoke and fumes. later I questioned my courage about why I Brunner, who had been working in Triage. These conditions definitely limited how long hadn’t. (She now works at Fort Myer-Radar Clinic we could assist in the rescue. Several days later, I noticed an article in as a counselor.) I do remember helping three men carry an the Washington Post which mentioned me. It Mark, Dennis and I had a welcome oppor- unconscious man all the way out to the also described a woman, Sheila Moody, who tunity to rest in the Triage area, and were guard rail beside Washington Blvd. While heard the swoosh of a fire extinguisher from given water, bananas, apples and plums.

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It is my hope that the citi- turn to the fire ground to see all the people have anticipated. America responded with zens of the United States will use this time in from Fort Myer. We did so and spent about courage—not fear. America responded with our history as a catalyst to advance the nation 1⁄2 hour there. Mark, Dennis and I stayed love—demonstrated by the thousands of res- and to return to the roots to which it was es- around Triage for about two hours. During cue workers. America responded with re- tablished; faith in God, democracy and patriot- this time, I had a chance to use a cell phone solve—as we continue to hunt evil doers ism. to call my Mother in Ohio. She was very re- around the globe. Terrorism is still a threat to the civilized lieved to learn I was OK. I also called Donna We must pay our highest tribute to the un- world and must be destroyed before it Houle at the Women’s Memorial in Arlington sung heroes who have labored this past Cemetery and asked her to contact some of spreads. The primary weapons of terrorism my friends. In the next few days, I think I year—our first responders, our men and are violence and fear. Those who have no recalled everyone in my address book. women in the armed services. I also would spect for human life and seek terror through After all the other victims had been re- like to thank our President for showing true these means have no place in civilized soci- moved to hospitals, Mark and I were taken leadership in the face of this challenge thrust ety, and must be eliminated. via ambulance to Arlington Hospital by upon us. As President Reagan has said, ‘‘We will al- Army Chase-Bethesda Rescue Squad #1. A Our job is not completed. While we have re- ways remember. We will always be proud. We young medic trainee named Sandra Melnick sponded to the events of September 11th we drove the medic unit. There were 6–8 people will always be prepared, so we may always be have not taken the final step to ensure Ameri- free.’’ Let us keep the families that lost loved in the back of the squad, with one patient cans are safe. We are faced with great deci- placed on a cardiac monitor. I sat in the ones in our prayers and continue to support front with her to give directions to the hos- sions. But we do so with great resolve. our deployed military personnel who coura- We will continue to show that the values pital. geously protect our liberties and freedoms. and principles America stands for—the values After being released from the hospital, I They are the true patriots. contacted one of the hospital security offi- and principles our brave Americans died for— I praise my colleagues and the President for cers to request a ride back to Fort Myer. He will overcome those who would kill innocent ci- the courage and resolve they have displayed provided a driver within five minutes. Just vilians. during these trying and difficult times. May as we were leaving the hospital, we were God bless and keep those who were lost God grant us the wisdom to lead this country questioned by one of the local TV news chan- one year ago today. God bless America—bea- forward in a manner that would please Him nels, Fox I believe. We told them about see- con of freedom. ing the airplane approach in time to run Mr. MALONEY of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, and may He look favorably upon our great na- away from the Pentagon building. a year ago today our nation was brutally at- tion. Our driver took us as far as the Iwo Jima tacked, and thousands of Americans were Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Memorial, just 200 yards from one of the as a cosponsor of the Patriot Day Resolution, gates into Fort Myer. Of course by now secu- murdered. Earlier today, I shared a moment of silence today with the people of Connecticut’s which fittingly expresses the sentiments of this rity had been increased significantly since body on the anniversary of perhaps the worst my arrival there at 0530 earlier in the day. 5th District, in New Milford, Sandy Hook and (The MP’s had shoulder arms, a vehicle with Waterbury, to honor the heroes and remember day in U.S. history. In many ways it is hard to machine gun mounted on top was nearby.) I the victims of that tragic day. believe it has been a year since that awful was wearing a hospital gown, my fire boots On this day, the people of Connecticut’s 5th day—the memories are so fresh, so vivid. I and carried my fire pants in a plastic bag District honor the brave firefighters from the visited the site of the WTC one week after it and had no I.D. But fortunately one of the Danbury Volunteer Fire Department and the happened and spent time talking with sur- MP’s recognized me and allowed us to pass. Southbury Volunteer Fire Department. Each vivors and rescue workers. That memory is (Mark did have some I.D.) engine crew performed search and rescue in just as fresh as those of last Friday, when we As soon as we were allowed to pass through returned to New York City to participate in a the gate, an Air Force Major gave us a ride the hostile and dangerous environment of the back to the fire station in his Jaguar. Ha— devastated World Trade Center. On behalf of wreath laying ceremony at the World Trade we were home! the people of Connecticut’s 5th District, I wish Center site, and those of this morning, when We immediately began to tell our story to express my deepest thanks to these heroic we attended the ceremony at the Pentagon to and help out at the fire station. Dennis was individuals. The contributions they made to our remember the victims and families. America there when we arrived. Soon after, Howard community and country at the risk of their own will never forget. Kelly gave Mark a ride home. Dennis drove peril cannot be measured. September 11, 2001 has left an indelible himself to his W. Va. home. I stayed at the The families and friends of those who per- mark on the American landscape and on our fire house that night. national consciousness. We will never forget I enjoyed being back with my fellow fire- ished have endured a year of unbearable loss. fighters and helping get the equipment back They have my deepest sympathy. Rarely have the events of that terrible morning, nor will we on the truck. Our people were exhausted, we felt hatred of terrorism perpetrated on our forget how America responded. We continue some were still frightened. I think all were shores, and our response has shown the to be inspired by the heroism of firefighters, glad they were working that day. strength of character of the American people. police officers and emergency first responders, Remember the three firefighters who were The sadness that we all felt that day, and in our military men and women and other ordi- scheduled off the day of 9/11? Willett, Pine the days since, has hardened into a resolve to nary Americans who have answered the call and Thayer all came back in when they honor the memories of those who perished, to for freedom. heard the news. Thayer told me later ‘‘from The attacks on the World Trade Center and 25 miles from the Pentagon, I could see heal our wounds so that our nation is even smoke, and I knew you three must be dead.’’ stronger than before, and to bring righteous the Pentagon were an attack on all of us—our He also said he felt bad because he was the justice to those who perpetrated the attacks. people, our nation, our spirit, our way of life, person who had assigned us to the Pentagon Mr. JEFF MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, our liberty and freedom. The terrorists in- heliport. today marks the one-year anniversary of the tended to bring down and destroy the World I was grateful—and am now amazed—that most horrendous act of terrorism ever per- Trade Center, the Pentagon and other tar- my injuries were minor. The burns on my petrated against any country. Our nation will gets—and the people in them. Their real goal forearms and neck healed quickly. My shoul- never be the same after nineteen terrorists was to instill fear, bring about disruption and der pain persisted and ultimately required took thousands of American lives and de- to bring down and destroy our spirit. But as surgery in November, 2001. The surgery went well and the surgeon and I were pleased with clared war on our great nation. Reverend Billy Graham observed at a service my recovery from it. Since the infamous day last Fall, an out- at the National Cathedral shortly after the at- I returned back to work in February, 2002, pouring of patriotism and love for this country tacks—Their actions have done just the oppo- glad to have a good job. I am very proud of can be felt in cities and towns from coast to site. The terrorist attacks of September 11 Dennis, Mark and myself. I am SO grateful coast. The symbol of America, our flag, can could have torn our nation apart—but they that none of our firefighters were seriously still be seen flying with dignity and honor out- have brought us together—we have become a injured or killed. side homes and businesses, displaying the family. Mr. DIAZ–BALART. Mr. Speaker, today we true pride this nation has in its freedoms and Mr. Speaker, the United States is the great- remember. unwavering principles. est country in the world! We have been tested

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before and we will be tested again. Those we As horrific and sickening as the attacks Mr. DELAY. Mr. Speaker, we gather today lost last September 11 will hold a special were, however, they brought out the best in us within this citadel of freedom. This room is place in the history of our great country. As as Americans. They reminded us that despite where America unites in defense of enlight- we gather together today in communities, all our differences, we are one—a united ened self-government. From this place our Na- churches and other places throughout our America. Not only a nation of unprecedented tion draws from the strength and wisdom of great land we remain one nation under God, strength, but also a nation that exhibits great our Founders. indivisible with liberty and justice for all! I urge tolerance and respect for the rights of its citi- For this reason, the terrorists targeted this all of my colleagues to support the resolution, zens as well as those of other nations—a na- temple to justice as they set out to strike a and God bless the United States of America. tion of unshaken spirit, a nation bound by our blow against self-government. And, as the ter- Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, shared faith in the founding principles of liberty rorists attacked symbols of might and pros- it is an honor to serve in the people’s House and freedom. perity, they attacked the spirit of this building. as a representative of New York City, the America was best exemplified by the actions In this way, the Capitol, the Pentagon, and the greatest city in the world. of our first responders in response to the at- World Trade Center were all one and the For the nation, today is a day of solemn re- tacks. On that warm autumn day, the New same. This is where the American people ex- flection and remembrance. We have all tried York City fireman became the symbol of ercise the fullest measure of freedom. So, we to mark this day in our own personal ways. I American freedom and American bravery to come together in this hallowed chamber to have just returned from a memorial service at millions around the world. I believe it is really honor the brave Americans of September 11. Ground Zero, a sacred place for us all. My the one silver lining that shines through the As their Representatives, and on their behalf, thoughts and prayers over this year have been cloud of horror that surrounds 9/11. we launch the debates that chart the course for my beloved city whose residents have It is our job in Congress to honor those who for this country. And, make no mistake, it was been fundamentally affected by 9/11. protect us—our defense forces abroad and the exercise of freedom that terrorists wished Just a year ago, our country witnessed the our first responders here in America—by fully to extinguish a year ago. evil actions of cowards that resulted in more providing the resources and guidance that The terrorists failed. And, if their objective than 3,000 people tragically dead and 2,000 they need. As President Bush said at the an- was to compel us into abandoning our prin- children without a parent. nual fire services dinner in Washington last ciples, there may have been no more spectac- Mr. Speaker, there may not be another spring. ‘‘There is no substitute for the raw ular a failure in recorded history. Member of Congress who lost more constitu- courage of the firefighter.’’ And we must never My friends, the flame of American freedom ents in the September 11 attack on the World forget those Americans who made the ultimate is burning brighter and hotter on September Trade Center than I did. I applaud the House sacrifice in saving the lives of others on Sep- 11, 2002, than at any moment in our history. for introducing this resolution celebrating tember 11. And that flame is sustained by the magnificent America’s resolve and commemorating the Mr. MATHESON. Mr. Speaker, when we heroism in Manhattan, in Virginia, and in the lives of those we lost. This resolution, in a evacuated our office a year ago, and I could air over Pennsylvania. Freedom continues small way, can help to continue the process of see the black smoke rising above the Pen- unabated in many countries around the world. national healing and renewal. tagon, I knew our country was under attack. Americans are doing extraordinary things in We will never forget the hundreds of New The inconceivable was taking place. York City firefighters, law enforcement officers, The passing days brought more heartache dangerous places that are known and some and EMS who responded to the attacks, and than many of us thought we could bear. The that we can’t talk about. But when we speak valiantly fought through the terrible conditions hijackings and plane crashes took the lives of of the men and women defending us at this to rescue victims and to provide emergency three Utahns—two who were on board the moment, we can say this for certain: The care to the injured immediately after the at- plane that hit the north tower of the World present generation of Americans stands shoul- tack. Tragically, the World Trade Center tow- Trade Center and one who was on duty at the der-to-shoulder with our proudest generations. ers collapsed while these heroes were at- Pentagon. And we saw, in Pennsylvania, a stirring exam- tempting to save innocent lives—343 fire- Mary Alice Wahlstrom, of Kaysville, Utah ple of what it means to be an American: Out fighters and paramedics and 60 police officers and her daughter Carolyn, died together—two of many, one. made the ultimate sacrifice. talented musicians whose families still grieve Strangers, thrown together by Providence, Over these past 12 months, we have wit- for the loss of their wives and mothers. Brady facing certain death, refused to yield in the nessed countless selfless acts by public serv- Howell of Centerville, Utah died—along with face of raw evil. Their courage, in the moment ants and private citizens, by our friends and 188 others—when hijackers struck the Pen- of maximum danger, is the essence of what it neighbors. It is this wonderful spirit embodied tagon. His family—including his wife Liz—had means to be an American. That’s why anyone by our city and our great nation that gives us to endure one agonizing week before learning in the world can become an American. All it hope. his fate. A year of sorrowful birthdays and holi- takes is a willingness to subordinate our own Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I re- days has gone by, with a much-loved husband individual interests to the greater good of the member speaking on the House floor the day and wife, brother and sister, son and daugh- United States. It’s a proud tradition of love, tol- after the attacks. I asked, ‘‘will we forget? Will ter, missing from the family pictures. Their erance, pluralism, and determination. But we this sick, sinking feeling fade? Will we fail to names and their lives will always remind us of would do a great disservice to the legacy of follow through on these promises or will we the goodness that is America—goodness that America’s September 11 heroes by casually demonstrate unfaltering resolve?’’ I am proud the terrorists sought to destroy. But we know accepting the passive posture of complacency to say, one year later, that the American peo- that the terrorists will not succeed. Their cow- in the face of danger. ple remain determined to fight the war on ter- ardly attack took the lives of 343 members of The great lesson from 9/11 is the moral im- ror, and though the road ahead will continue the New York City Fire Department, but not perative to address dangers before they claim to be hard, we will prevail. the determination of 62 search and rescue the lives of additional Americans. For that rea- We should reflect for a moment on the les- team members from Salt Lake County. They son, we must stand with President Bush as he sons in the attacks. In my view, there are rushed to New York, working 12-hour shifts, marshals freedom-loving people to confront three. First, America has enemies who resent searching the rubble at Ground Zero for more gathering evils. We must actively deny the as- our freedom and way of life. These enemies than a week. pirations of evil groups and dangerous re- are determined and are ignored at our peril. The terrorist attacks left many children with- gimes. We must bring justice to the most re- Second, the oceans do not provide as much out parents—but couldn’t destroy their future, mote caves where terrorists plot. We must protection as they did in the past. We have to as Americans rallied to support a $100 million protect America by striking our enemies before be aware that threats can come from any- scholarship fund to someday send these chil- they can carry out their schemes within our where. Third, as with Pearl Harbor, first dren to college. We stand for everything that borders. punches can be devastating. We must now the terrorists hate—courage, freedom, com- This is the great decision before the Con- allow ourselves to be taken by surprise again. passion, democracy and hope. Even as our gress. This is the defining measure of our fu- Even though we have had a year to reflect memorials and reconstructed buildings rise ture security. And on this question, all of us since last September, it is still hard to com- from the devastation of that day, those values will be accountable to the people. prehend the magnitude of the terrorist attacks emerge unscathed. We have suffered a loss, Mr. Speaker, we offer our deepest sorrow and the historic turn of events that they trig- but not a defeat. We still mourn, but our faith and solidarity to the families of those who lost gered. In our 226-year history, America has has not faltered. The wounds are still fresh but loved ones at the hands of evil, 1 year ago. never known an assault on our homeland the spirit that is America shines through—a Those who now struggle with grief and loss such as that terrorist attack. beacon of hope for better days ahead. should know, above all, that they do not stand

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Their families and lost loved ones, they will also serve as a re- Thank you and God bless America. friends are constantly in our thoughts and minder of how Americans unite during difficult Mr. ROEMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong prayers. Embedded firmly in my mind is the times. This Resolution reminds us all how dif- support and as a proud cosponsor of H. Con. image of streams of people who came to the ficult it is to kill the American spirit. Honoring Res. 464 expressing the sense of the Con- ridge overlooking the Pentagon to pay their re- the lives lost, as well as thousands of rescue gress on the anniversary of the terrorist at- spects and sanctified that hill with flowers, workers that worked tirelessly and bravely tacks launched against the United States on candles and notes of remembrance. throughout this difficult time, is a fitting re- September 11, 2001. Yet, in the midst of all the sadness, Ameri- minder of what this country stands for. We Nearly three thousand American lives were cans have sought an outlet for their grief by never forget our own, and we will always fight lost exactly 1 year ago today when the United renewing their sense of community service to continue our way of life. States was suddenly and deliberately attacked and patriotic pride. Our country, which has a Mrs. WILSON of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, by al Qaeda terrorists bent on suicide and de- strong history of bridging many differences, I would like to offer my support for the concur- struction of human life. By targeting symbols has become one. In Northern Virginia alone, rent resolution in honor of Patriot Day under of American strength and success, these at- we witnessed friends, neighbors and col- consideration by the House today. tacks clearly were also intended to assail the leagues coming together to help rebuild and On this solemn day of remembrance, it is principles, values, and freedoms of the United unite. With the round-the-clock dedication of important to gather with our families, our States and the American people, intimidate the Pentagon Renovation team, the revival of friends, and our communities to reaffirm our the Nation, and weaken the national resolve. the Pentagon has served as the quintessential love of country and our dedication to uphold- Although New York, Virginia, and Pennsyl- symbol of our country’s resilience and re- ing the values of freedom and democracy that vania suffered the overwhelming burden of the newal. A special debt of gratitude goes out to we hold so dear. terrorist attacks, every state and all Americans those workers and planners who orchestrated Today, in Albuquerque and across the na- were affected and continue to mourn that day. this rebuilding. tion, we will take the time to honor those who We are united by the events of September 11, As we bear witness to the powerful images faced danger bravely to save others: fire- 2001, and while passage of 1 year has not and experiences of the past year, we are fighters, police officers, and our soldiers over- softened our memory, resolved our grief, or proudly reminded of what it means to be an seas that now risk their lives to protect the restored lost loved ones, it has clearly dem- American. The heroic acts of the firefighters, freedom we enjoy. onstrated that Americans will not succumb to police officers and emergency responders who In this spirit, I will be in Albuquerque on terrorists. September 11 with my family and neighbors to We observe September 11 not only to rec- rushed into the inferno of the Pentagon and honor the heroes, to pray for those lost and ognize the tragic deaths of the innocent souls World Trade Center Towers to save lives, their families, to comfort the hurting and to re- who perished or who were gravely injured in touches a special place in all our hearts. It is a place where love of country and for our fel- assure the children. Lower Manhattan, Shanksville, Pennsylvania, Mr. WU. Mr. Speaker, our nation was irrev- or at the Pentagon, but we also recognize this low man is second nature. This unique Amer- ocably changed that Tuesday morning, a year date to honor the firefighters, police officers, ican spirit is what wills us to go the extra mile ago today. The past year has not been an rescue workers and those intrepid eye- and put our lives on the line for what we know easy one, but the American spirit has carried witnesses of this tragedy who selflessly faced is right. us through, and our democracy stands strong. grave danger in order to aid the wounded and So, Mr. Speaker, on the one year anniver- Whether it’s Bunker Hill, Pearl Harbor, or dying in the immediate aftermath of the at- sary of September 11, let us honor the many September 11, Americans have a tradition of tacks. As the gravest moments came, many sacrifices that have been made by our police, turning disasters into launch points for a better regular Americans, relying on courage, in- firefighters, emergency responders and our future. Americans’ and Oregonians’ response stinct, and grace, rushed toward the flaming men and women in uniform. Their efforts to on September 11th underscores the strength buildings in order to rescue people or toward heal, protect and preserve this great nation of our democracy and our commitment to terrorist-controlled cockpits in order to resist deserve the utmost respect and admiration. community and freedom. One thousand Or- their destructive plan. Today we honor the Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speak- egonians went to NYC soon after September sacrifices and continuing heroism dem- er, I in rise support of H. Con. Res. 464, a 11th to show that we stand shoulder to shoul- onstrated by our brave servicemen and resolution to commemorate the passing of one women who left family and friends in order to year since the cowardly, brutal attacks of Sep- der. Hundreds of Oregonians are there today. Our nation has endured, and will, in spite of defend our nation. A year later, many service- tember 11. I would also like to express my everything, thrive. Today, as we look back and men and women remain abroad, shielding the condolences to the families who lost a loved remember who and what we have lost, we feel homeland from further terrorist attacks. one, along with my reverence for the heroism As a member of the House Permanent Se- of New Yorkers, and the American people. keenly the sense of security that we no longer lect Committee on Intelligence, I am proud to On September 11 as the horrific events un- take for granted. But we will not trade freedom serve on the ongoing Congressional Joint In- folded, I watched brave firefighters, law en- for security. We will move forward together quiry. My distinguished colleagues and I have forcement and rescue personnel from New and build a future worthy of our courageous spent considerable time reviewing the material York and around the country risk their lives to forbears, and all that they did to bring us to and circumstances relating to the events sur- save others. I watched hospitals prepare for where we are today. rounding last year’s attacks. However, many the wounded and our armed forces go on high Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today not important questions about September 11, alert. I watched a stricken nation respond by only to commemorate the lives lost September 2001 remain unanswered. That is why I sup- rushing to donate blood and volunteer their 11, 2001, but also to celebrate the indomitable port the establishment of an independent, time to help the injured. These are acts of American spirit that has been displayed since, blue-ribbon commission to conduct a thorough honor and bravery that no barbaric act of vio- and finally to remind our enemies that we are investigation and to make recommendations lence can penetrate. The citizens of New not finished with them. It has been a year to based on its findings so that we never again York, and all of America did everything within the date since an organization of men decided experience another staggering loss of life on their power to respond unselfishly and effec- to test the resolve of the American people. U.S. soil. The American people deserve a tively to the attacks. More often than not, the With blind faith, unabashed cowardice, and in- more thoughtful investigation and the families very last fiber of human strength was tested. tentions of terror, these men, these terrorists of the victims of September 11 are entitled to New Yorkers and all Americans rose to the took the lives of over 3,000 men, women, and answers about exactly what went wrong and daunting challenge as one proud, resolute na- children. Through this evil act these men why. tion. hoped to strike deep at our security, to impact Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise Throughout the past year we have wit- the very fiber of our country’s spirit. But as the today on the first anniversary of 9/11, a day nessed the rebirth of a new America. A towers fell, American flags rose, defying those which changed America’s history. stronger more resilient nation that is deter- who would attempt to shake the balance of For the past 12 months, this Nation has col- mined to eradicate all forms of terrorism. freedom and power that we enjoy in this coun- lectively experienced a full range of emotion, Those who oppose our way of life may try to try. On that day the most diverse country on

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We are a stronger country, ready lost. Former U.S. Secretary of Defense Cora Holland, Mother of three and grand- united in the face of tragedy. The terrorists Casper Weinberger stated that ‘‘The will of the mother, Rhonnda Sue Rasmusen, who died at failed to realize that there is no changing the American people once aroused . . . is capa- the Pentagon, and Navy Yeoman second American spirit, only revealing it. After the ble of accomplishing all the things that have to class Melissa Rose Barnes, who remains un- 11th, the spirit of America revealed itself all be done.’’ As long as we continue to maintain accounted for at the Pentagon. We as a na- across this country. From the thousands who a moral high-ground in this campaign and take tion have pulled together to build our courage donated blood, to the thousands more who the appropriate and precise responsive meas- and strength, for we are united and our faith donated time, resources and love to the task ures, the will of the people of this county will will guide us. of not only repairing buildings but also repair- know no bounds. I salute those brave individuals, police, fire- ing the hearts of those who lost loved ones on Much has been said and will be said today fighters, emergency medical personnel and that tragic day. In the few days following 9/11 about what happened a year ago. As observ- others who sacrificed of themselves for their we wondered how we would respond to these ers, we have an obligation to the families and fellow Americans. cowardly acts. It has now been a year since the victims. We must remember our fellow suf- Mr. Speaker, I ask for the prayers of the that day, and I feel we have responded quickly ferers; that is the salve we offer the families. American people for those whose lives have and accurately. In the past year we have been We also must remember those who terrorize been lost. May God grant us the wisdom to able to witness as a country the power and re- us, as it is judgment on our enemies. Do Not continue to steer our great nation. sourcefulness of our armed services. Com- Forget: It was a massacre—a cold-blooded, God Bless America! On behalf of the people of the Inland Em- bining both new and old world tactics we have well organized, well executed, carefully plotted pire of California, I join my colleagues in full seen special forces mounted on horse back massacre of thousands of Americans. It was support of this resolution. calling in the amazing payload of a B–1 perversion—of a faith that preaches peace Bomber. In a foreign and alien terrain we have Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in and tolerance. It was a message—delivered remembrance of those who perished as a re- seen the men and women of our armed serv- by maniacal men in possession of a perverse ices perform and adapt in outstanding fashion. sult of the terrorist attack on September 11th. theocratic ideology. It was a crime—that must It is impossible to forget the events of that Mr. Speaker, as co-chairman of the Air Force be paid for. It was an invasion—which dam- dark day and difficult to comprehend the grief Caucus I realize the increasing importance of aged every sense of safety in every person of the families who lost loved ones in an in- our Air Force in current and future campaigns. who tried to sleep that night. For all the many stant. My deepest sympathies are with them Nowhere has this importance been more felt things it was, it was also the beginning of a on this first anniversary of the attacks. The than in the precision strikes made in Afghani- war that is not yet over. loss of so many innocent lives and the bravery stan in our war against terror. As we continue And as much as there is to say about this of the rescuers will never be forgotten. to hunt down those responsible, we also con- day, one thing we have learned is painfully Since September 11th, Americans have tinue the rebuilding process both home and simple. We have learned that whatever false adapted to a new reality—a reality with addi- abroad. As voices rise today in freedom from sense of isolation we felt was an illusion. We tional security, higher unemployment, eco- the sites of these grizzly attacks, soon also must remain vigilant and remember that ‘‘free- nomic insecurity, anthrax and the ongoing war shall memorials rise, as a continual reminder dom is not free’’. on terrorism. But with this new reality we are of that day and the way in which we, as Amer- I conclude that we have learned that our also witnessing renewed sense of American icans have reacted in the years since. lives are but a breath. That our families are pride. September 11th reminded us all to And, as America has reacted this year, we more important to us than we ever knew and treasure our freedom. American flags fill our have struggled with the tender balance be- that protection of our lives and our families streets. Patriotic anthems play on the radio tween security and freedom. While we of may cost us dearly. But we are Americans, and in stadiums from coast to coast. The prin- course must gird our nation for safety, are we and we will prevail. ciples upon which this country was founded eroding freedom and curtailing civil liberties Mr. BACA. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of brought us together and the strength and spirit and privacy in the process? Our federal build- this resolution. Today, we mourn, cry, and with of our nation will endure this challenge. ings, once the most open of any nation, are clenched fists restrain the raw emotions that Today, in every corner of this great country, becoming barricaded fortresses, with streets are pulsing through our hearts. We look to the vigils, prayer services and memorials will be closed for blocks around, and loss of access. ground in sorrow and to the sky in prayer, try- held to honor the victims of the attacks. As we Airport travelers shed clothing, common tools ing to understand this senseless tragedy. reflect on the events of a year ago, let us in their toiletry kit, and their patience in the More times than I can remember, I have honor the emergency workers, firefighters, po- name of passenger screening. Future airport bowed my head and prayed, asking our heav- lice officers, hospital employees and grief security measures may chillingly include enly father for spiritual and emotional comfort, counselors who went above and beyond the smart-technology that scans a traveler’s identi- for those of us that still cannot understand call of duty that September morning and dur- fication or body feature, and searches a data- why. We know the names and details of the ing the months that followed. We must also re- base including information as personal as fi- actions of those terrorists, but that still does member the airline employees and postal nancial stability or neighborhood involvement, not fill the void in our hearts. To the families workers whose jobs were changed forever on in the name of determining who is a trusted of those who died last year I can only say, you September 11th. Finally, our hearts should traveler. State legislatures ponder the Model have the heartfelt sympathy of an entire na- also go out to the thousands of children and State Emergency Powers Act, wherein a gov- tion. And, to our heavenly father I would ask families in New York, Virginia, and in commu- ernor might be granted powers to quarantine to please guard the souls of the dead and let nities across the nation and around the world citizens, force immunizations, and seize med- the comfort of His love ease the pain in the who lost mothers, fathers, brothers and sisters ical records, in the name of public health. I hearts of the living. on that tragic day. hope that as we strengthen our nation, we Mr. Speaker, I am proud to cosponsor this Mr. Speaker, I rise today in remembrance of keep sight of the sublime principle of liberty on resolution because it accurately captures the all those who sacrificed their lives on Sep- which the nation was founded, and think about emotions in our hearts. We all desperately tember 11, 2001 and I honor their memory. the over-reaching consequences of binding wish it could be September 10th forever. Yet, Mr. LUCAS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise the cords too tightly. The terrorists attacked I take solace in knowing that nothing endures today to reflect on the events of the past year. our freedom; we should not attack our own but change. Things will get better. We have As I do so, I am reminded that the spirit of freedoms. punished those responsible and exacted that America is unbreakable, unwavering, and Turning from thoughts of ourselves to those punishment with judicious caution, and not unshakable. September 11th and the actions of our aggressors, I remind my colleagues that unmeasured rage. America has proven that that followed have affected all of us. As a na- we are facing an enemy who despises our power in defense of freedom is greater than tion, I see we are strong—if not stronger— very existence. They are consumed by a hate power on behalf of tyranny and oppression. since that great tragedy struck our homeland. of a country that, despite its faults, is open to We have demonstrated that power with spirit The terrorist tried to break the spirit of Amer- all people regardless race or religion. We op- and resolve. ica but they failed. As Americans, we are

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They were the rubble at Ground Zero has been cleared. Al- and cities in 40 different states, all members first casualties in the war on terrorism. The he- Qaeda has been defeated and stripped of its of one American family. My district lost won- roes of September 11th are not just located in power base in Afghanistan. Our brave service- derful people, brothers and sisters, fathers and New York, Washington, DC, and Pennsyl- men and women, together with Allied Forces, mothers, dear friends. As our nation pays trib- vania, but also they can be found all over this are far from home, but are proudly carrying ute today, I think it is appropriate to enter the great nation and in the military serving our out their mission of destroying what’s left of names of the 54 individuals from my district country overseas. For the Americans that do- Al-Qaeda’s terrorists. who died a year ago today. nated time, blood, money, and prayers, they Today, as we remember the patriots of Sep- You will never be forgotten. are also the heroes of September 11th. These tember 11 and mourn their loss, let us never Daniel Affilito, John Candella, Lt. Robert deeds and sacrifices will not be forgotten. compromise the ideals of liberty for which Cirri, Caleb Dack, Antoinette Duger, Edgar I recently had the opportunity to visit our they, like so many Americans before them, Emery, Barry Glick, Emeric Harvey, Howard troops in Afghanistan and I am more confident have died. Let us honor them by remaining Kestenbaum, David Lee, Ming Hao Liu, Robert than ever that we are in capable hands. There strong in our unity and in our diversity. Let us Murach, Eshtesham Raja, Linda Rosenbaum, is no doubt that we have the best and most always remember that good overcomes evil John Skala, Jorge Velazquez, Leah Oliver, professional military in the world. And last and darkness is always followed by light. Paul Lasczynski. week, I participated in a Joint Session of Con- The American flag represents freedom and Cesar Alviar, Kyung Cho, Robert Coll, Rob- gress in New York to honor those who lost still proudly waves. With our strength and re- ert Deraney, Luke Dudek, William Erwin, Tim their lives on September 11th. During our visit solve, we shall remain united in freedom . . . Graziozo, Zhutu Ibis, Lauren Kestenbaum, we laid a wreath at Ground Zero. From my ‘‘one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty Craig Lilore, Joseph McDonald, Ed Murphy, perspective, both events clearly demonstrated and justice for all.’’ Steven Roach, Daniel Rosetti, Michael Stew- America’s renewed sense of solidarity, patriot- Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Speaker, today, all art, Douglas MacMillan, Dorota Kopiczko, ism and pride. across this great land, we honor the memory Catherine Nardella. Although September 11th will be a difficult of those who lost their lives as a result of the Paul Aquaviva, Kirsten Christophe, Michael reminder for all Americans, this is also an op- terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001. Collins, Georgette Deraney, John Eichler, portunity for the nation to show its strength We honor those who were taken from us by Christopher Faughnan, John Graziozo, Donald and its unity. God bless America. cowardly murderers, the very worst of human Jones, II, Franco Lalama, Ken Lira, Craig Mr. HINOJOSA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in kind, simply because we are a free people. Montano, David Pruim, Leo Roberts, Norman support of this resolution honoring the patriots This 1-year anniversary is indeed a day of Roosinow, Francis Trombino, Marsha of September 11, 2001. A year ago, our nation deep reflection and remembrance. I am not Rodriguez, Robert Cordice, Linda Walker. suffered a terrible blow. Thousands of our sure if the American family will ever come to Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise as one of friends and neighbors were lost in an attack terms with the visions of our brothers and sis- the hundreds of cosponsors of this resolution by terrorists who despise America and all it ters, our sons, and daughters, our mothers today to commemorate the victims of the ter- represents. This morning, many of us in Washington and fathers, being victimized by the des- rorist attacks on September 11, 2001, and to came together at the Pentagon Observance to picable acts perpetrated by the evil and the honor the families who grieve and the heroes comfort and pray for all of those who are ex- cowardly. But I am sure that our love of coun- who served on that terrible day in American periencing renewed memories of the pain and try, our love of each other, will help us con- history. anguish of that tragic day. tinue to recover and respond. American Airlines Flight 11 and United Air- This afternoon, we come to reaffirm our re- We remember and we mourn today. Those lines Flight 175 took off for the West Coast solve to stand strong for the ideals of liberty we lost will forever be in our hearts and early in the morning from Logan Airport in and unity. minds. Our lives now are about making sure Boston. The Al Qaeda terrorists hijacked and September 11, 2001 was one of the worst theirs were not lost in vain, about ensuring redirected these planes into the Twin Towers days in our history. It was also one of our fin- their values, their ideals, and their spirit al- of the World Trade Center, a crossroads of est hours. That day, America showed the ways endure. We will also never forget what international trade and commerce. world that, through the spirit and courage of we saw in the immediate aftermath of the at- In Newark, New Jersey, and in Washington, the American people, this great nation did not tacks. We saw—amid the carnage, amongst DC, similar teams of terrorists aimed Flight 77 and will not crumble despite those who try to the destruction—the amazing heights of be- towards the symbol of American strength, the tear it down. nevolence and decency and courage that Pentagon, and took Flight 93 toward the sym- Many people were heroes that day. Some of mankind can offer. bol of American democracy, the Capitol dome. their stories have been told, but many acts of What we saw was America. We remember and honor the brave men courage will never be known. Emergency re- Within moments of the first attacks, our first and women aboard Flight 93, who over- sponders braved fire and flames to climb the responders entered buildings without reserva- whelmed the Al Qaeda operatives of Flight 93 stairways of the World Trade Centers in New tion in an attempt to save others—and they to prevent a devastating fourth blow to Amer- York City to help people evacuate. Ordinary did so knowing full well that they themselves ica—an attack on this very Capitol Building. office workers carried strangers down hun- may never exit. Everyday Americans became Instead, they crashed that plane into a field in dreds of stairs to safety. extraordinary heroes to people they had never Pennsylvania and saved thousands of others At the Pentagon in Washington, DC, military met before. Our eternal gratitude will also be from the tragedy that was visited upon the and civilian personnel went into the inferno extended to the passengers of United Flight Pentagon and the Twin Towers. over and over again to rescue their coworkers #93 who prevented it from being used as a The resolution we will pass today com- who were trapped. weapon against America. memorates this day in American history and Heroic passengers abroad Flight 93 sac- As we mourn the victims and honor the he- the more than 3,000 lives lost—some 93 from rificed their lives on a field in Pennsylvania to roes of September 11th, we must be resolute the Commonwealth of Massachusetts alone. prevent the deaths of hundreds more of their in our efforts to ensure that we protect and de- But the resolution also honors all those who fellow Americans. fended this nation against all those who would became America’s new heroes—the police- Yet even while the Pentagon burned and do us harm. And we must never forget what men, firemen, rescue workers, medics, and the World Trade Center towers fell, we were it means to be an American—to cherish the volunteers who toiled that day and days after- already preparing our response to this act of principles of freedom, democracy, and human ward to pull victims out of the wreckage. war. On the other side of the Pentagon, the rights for all. It is what separates us from President John F. Kennedy said at his inau- military was making its plans. Within an in- them. guration, ‘‘In the long history of the world, gen- credibly short time, Congress came together in Across our nation, in synagogues, Roman erations have been granted the role of defend- a bi-partisan manner and quickly passed his- Catholilc Churches, Presbyterian chapels, ing freedom in its hour of maximum danger. I toric legislation to secure our homeland and Baptist meeting houses and mosques, words do not shrink from this responsibility—I wel- our skies. of comfort, hope and grief will echo from pul- come it! I do not believe that any of us would

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We have must never forget those who died a year ago was found at four o’clock that afternoon. renewed our faith in our system of government today on September 11. We must not rest At another fire station, six men were getting and reaffirmed our commitment to the spread until those who committed these terrorist acts off duty having pulled an all night shift. Their of freedom and justice around the globe. And are brought to justice. And we must protect fresh replacements were just finishing up with we have been reminded that whatever dif- our country, all its citizens, from all that threat- breakfast when the alarm sounded. The six ferences separate us, we remain a profoundly ens democracy and freedom—for these are new ones and the six off duty all jumped on unified people. the fires that have lit the world. board the fire truck and, of the twelve of them, Mr. Speaker, in the years ahead, the attacks Mr. KINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, on this day I not one made it back. Such was the spirit the of September 11 will be remembered not believe we have the duty to remember all the of volunteerism that day. In fact, one precinct merely as an unspeakable tragedy, but as a ones who died on 9/11 and all the ones who asked the Mayor’s office to quit sending the date that triggered a renewal of the American have died in Afghanistan and elsewhere as a call for more recruits since they were already spirit. As we move forward in our battle result of this war on terrorism. too crowded with men and women who had against the perpetrators of evil, we will pro- As one stares at Ground Zero today, it looks stepped forward to answer the call. ceed with the unshakable certainty that Amer- like any other large building construction site On this day of observance, we should re- ica’s brightest days lie ahead. God bless you, in any other large city in America. There is member this lesson about being on and off- and God bless America. raw dirt, a fenced perimeter, earth moving duty. For freedom does not wait for the on- Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to equipment going about and hard hat workers duty only. If you and I are to preserve and share with you and all of my colleagues a milling to and fro, and if you didn’t know better protect freedom for the generations to come poem written by Mr. Bruce Starr of you’d keep driving by. But upon close inspec- we must do it 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Warfordsburg, Pennsylvania in remembrance tion, you notice all the buildings around it have That is the best way to commemorate those of the tragic events of September 11. Mr. brand new facades, you notice also a new who died on September 11, and our soldiers Starr’s poem eloquently speaks of the spirit bike path, you notice the road has been who have died in Afghanistan and everyone and the sense of unity that is America. redone and much of the surrounding infrastructure. Then you notice another building, an else who has suffered and sacrificed for this I AM AMERICA historic building, that was located right next great land of liberty. (By: Bruce A. Starr, Warfordsburg, PA) Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank door; it’s covered with soot, its windows are I AM a most magnificent land of dreams the city of Leidschendam-Voorburg in the cracked and it’s still boarded up. This building with wondrous opportunity of fabulous Netherlands for their act of friendship towards makes a quiet but solemn statement that sets wealth. the tone because as you look at this site you their sister city, Temecula California. I AM holding a vision for all of happiness As a way to express their sentiments of sor- and radiant health. know that it’s not just any other construction row and sympathy for the events that occurred I AM loving and caring for children of God site, there is an eerie stillness about it. Rudy on September 11 the citizens of Voorburg everywhere, and my generous sharing is be- Giuliani has called it a cemetery but it’s more have graciously donated the Statue ‘‘Singing yond compare. than that; it’s a battleground, just like Manas- I AM bringing hope and courage to many in the Rain’’ by Frans Kokshoorn to the city of sas or Gettysburg. A great battle has been for a really fresh, new start. fought here and the feeling of reverence one Temecula. The residents of Voorburg donated I AM the joy of freedom that beats from gets is universal. thousands of dollars to have this statue built my heart. Like all Americans, I remember that morn- and shipped to Temecula for its installation on I AM a powerful light of spirit which glori- this day of remembrance. ously illumines the earth. ing’s events. I was in Washington, D.C. As we To peace in the valley, I am graciously giv- watched in disbelief the horror of New York Mr. Speaker as we reflect on the events of 1 year ago, I would like to join the city of ing birth. City, we were soon disrupted by an explosion I AM patiently awaiting everyone’s com- at the Pentagon. We evacuated our building, Temecula in thanking the city and citizens of munion, for our gentleness and strength and went onto a chaotic street scene, where Leidschendam-Voorburg for this genuine ges- abides in union. we were told that the Capitol was under at- ture of kindness during a difficult time for I AM the truth and beauty that sets souls tack, that the Mall area had been hit, the State every American. free, and Department and the Sears Tower. Later that Mr. WALDEN of Oregon. Mr. Speaker, I AM guarding and protecting your God- today we gather together as one people united given right to be! night, Congress gathered on the steps of the For after all, ‘‘I AM America!’’ Capitol and sang ‘‘God Bless America.’’ It was in observance of the greatest tragedy in Amer- a moving American moment. Later in the ican history. We do so mournful of the stag- Mr. DAVIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise in week, Congress attended a church service at gering loss of life we suffered that terrible day honor of the Bayshore Patriots, a group of four the National Cathedral with Presidents Carter, one year ago and humbled by the heroes proud Americans from Tampa whose patriot- Ford, Bush, and Clinton. President George W. whose courage lifted the spirit of a grieving ism inspired thousands of people from across Bush spoke, as did Billy Graham. Then, on nation. Tampa Bay to join together this morning for Sept. 20, President Bush addressed the na- The attacks of September 11 offered us a ‘‘Flags Along Bayshore: Tampa Remembers tion. The sense of Americanism had never grim view of the evil capacity of mankind, just 9–11,’’ an event to remember those lost in the been stronger. as it showed us the triumph of the human spir- September 11 attacks and honor those who But of all these moments and all these exit and the resilience of the American people. In protect and serve our nation every day. periences, none struck me, nor it seems any- the heroism of the firemen and policemen of The Bayshore Patriots—Linda Alfonso, Julie one else in America, as deeply as the photos New York, who rushed into burning buildings Sargent, Julie Whitney, and Bill Hamblin— and images of the firefighters and policemen without regard to their own lives, we saw bar- have gathered every Friday afternoon since rushing up the steps of the World Trade Cen- barism met with humanity. In the bravery of September 11th to wave flags on Bayshore ter at 9:30 the morning of the attack. It was Pentagon personnel, who pulled their wound- Boulevard in Tampa, a major route for service there and then at that moment that Osama Bin ed comrades from the fiery ruins, we saw men and women who work on MacDill Air Laden was defeated. He had underestimated wickedness met with honor. And in the defi- Force Base. Through their simple act—the the American spirit as these brave men ance of the passengers of Flight 93, who sac- waving of a flag—this group has shown their rushed to rescue people that they did not rificed their lives to deny victory to murderers, support for troops in the Tampa Bay area and know, people who they did not see socially, we saw cowardice met with valor. sent a message that terrorism will not destroy people who probably would not even eat lunch While a year has passed since the Twin Americans’ love of country. The Bayshore Pa- with them, and yet they were Americans, and Towers fell and the symbol of America’s mili- triots’ spirit and dedication has invigorated the that was all that counted to the hundreds of tary strength was breached, we remain numb Tampa Bay community as more and more flag firefighters, police officers and public safety to the magnitude of the suffering wrought by wavers join the group each week and passing workers who put their lives on the line. evil men. And while our grief subsides with motorists honk their horns in support. General Of the hundreds that died, many people time, it never leaves us completely. The emo- Tommy Franks, Commander in Chief of U.S. don’t know that sixty of them were off-duty. tions that swept over us that awful day—hor- Central Command, based at MacDill, has seen

VerDate Sep 04 2002 03:25 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.019 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6203 the group on this way to work and stopped to As our world has changed, so too has the which beings, ‘‘Let there be peace on earth show his appreciation for the group’s efforts. workings of this great body in the last year. and let it begin with me. Let there be peace When the Patriots decided to organize a When it comes to protecting our people, Con- on earth, the peace that was meant to be.’’ September 11 tribute, with the hopes of hav- gress has spoken with one voice—powerful, Let us remember that hymn as we remem- ing all 4.5 miles of Bayshore Boulevard lined determined and compassionate. Many here ber those we lost. Let us keep them as a con- with Tampa residents all waving flags, they will remember when this body joined on the stant reminder to be our own best selves, to were overwhelmed with support. Local busi- steps of the Capitol to spontaneously sing nesses volunteered time, money and services ‘‘God Bless America’’ on this day a year ago. stand up for democratic ideals, to work for to make the event possible, and people from Then, we said to those who had attacked us, peace, disarmament, and security, and to con- every corner of our community signed up to ‘‘You will not dampen our spirits, you will not tinue to display the love and courage that they wave flags and participate in the event, which break our will.’’ shared with us one year ago. was scheduled to include a keynote address And now, after a year of grief, unbearable Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, the devastating by General Franks, patriotic songs, and re- sadness and the beginnings of the healing acts committed against the United States on membrances. A steady downpour may have process, we have a similar message to share September 11th will never be forgotten. Today interrupted the program, but nothing could with the whole world: our spirits have not been we remember those who perished in the at- have dampened the resolve of the partici- dampened, and our will will never be broken. tacks and extend our continuing support to pants. That is what this resolution is about—re- their families. We honor and thank thousands The Bayshore Patriots have taught us that affirming that commitment to protecting our of individuals—doctors and nurses, police and we all can make a difference in the war on ter- American way of life and our dedication to firefighters, military personnel, volunteers and rorism. They started as just a few voices call- making our nation not only safer, but stronger. blood donors and others—for their incredible ing out in patriotism and support for those im- For representatives of the American people, acts of valor and courage and service to our pacted by September 11, but today, they were there truly is no higher calling. nation. We salute postal workers and letter joined by a giant chorus of voices—men, Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, as we pause to re- carriers who were threatened and felled by a women, and children from all walks of life member the horrific and tragic events of Sep- threat they never saw. They, too, were inno- singing in harmony. On behalf of the Tampa tember 11, 2001, let us honor the memory of cent victims of these horrific acts. Bay community, I thank Linda Alfonso, Julie the innocent men, women, and children whose Sargent, Julie Whitney, and Bill Hamblin for lives were lost on that fateful day. The fami- Our thoughts this day are with the men and their inspiration. lies, victims, and survivors are in our hearts women in uniform half a world away. They are Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, I rise in the and prayers as we support efforts to rebuild on duty to preserve and defend our nation strongest support of this resolution. Our nation and recover from such senseless, inhumane, against the scourge of terrorism. We honor has endured so much pain—so much hardship and inconceivable attacks. their service and thank them from the bottom and grief since we were attacked a year ago. We are filled with admiration for those who of our hearts. Simply put, our world changed irrevocably. willingly rushed into danger to try to save oth- More than three thousand lives were lost, and ers—the firefighters, police officers, rescue Since September 11, our country has stood today, America remembers their powerful leg- workers, and ordinary Americans who proved united in its resolve to overcome these horrific acy of courage. to be most extraordinary. They raced up acts. I and fellow Members of Congress have Today, there remains a profound sadness in stairs, they ran into burning buildings, and joined together and supported President Bush America, a sadness that will surely endure as they brought down a plane to save others. in the war against terrorism. We have taken spouses, parents, and friends across the na- We pray that our young men and women in steps to make our country safer, assist those tion continue to mourn their unfathomable our armed forces who are putting themselves who have been affected by these acts of ter- loss. But in these last twelve months, Ameri- in harm’s way will return safely to their families rorism, and give law enforcement and the mili- cans have begun the healing process—a proc- and friends. In the last year, they have stood tary the resources necessary to protect us ess that continues to this day, inch-by-inch, watch to keep us safe, and we are profoundly from further acts of violence. hour-by-hour. That resilience is, perhaps, the grateful. Those who carried out these acts can try to ultimate symbol of the indomitable strength of To say America suffered a terrible blow is attack our way of life and democracy, but they the American spirit. an understatement. Since that terrible day we cannot and will not defeat it or destroy it. We have slowly been recovering from our pro- All of us were touched by the tragedy of will continue to work together to ensure that September 11th, including so many from my found sense of shock. The walls of the Pen- these acts will never be perpetrated again. home state of Connecticut. It was something tagon have been reconstructed. The terrible that once again hit home for me two days ago, devastation at the World Trade Center has Terrorism can never undermine our national when I attended a ceremony dedicating a gar- been gradually, painstakingly cleared away. spirit and character. We are a great nation. den to the memory of three brave men from Out of the ashes of loss, we must reshape We are brave and courageous people. The Milford, Connecticut, who perished in the a future, a world free from horror and hatred, values that guide us remain unbent and un- World Trade Center. The ceremony was par- one that offers security for our children and fu- broken. They will endure. ture generations. To shape the future, this bet- ticularly moving because, in the World Trade Throughout our history, we have met great Center bombing of 1993, one of these men, ter world, let us recommit ourselves to justice challenges. In every instance, we have over- Seth Morris, had carried a pregnant woman and peace. As we rebuild the Pentagon, me- come every test, every danger. And each time 103 floors to safety. His was the kind of brav- morialize the World trade Center, and journey we have moved forward a stronger, greater ery we now understand is at the core of what to a pasture in rural Pennsylvania where the nation with a brighter future. it means to be American. It was the same her- men and women of Flight 93 gave their lives oism we saw in the firefighters and police offi- so that others might live, let us emerge more This solemn anniversary reminds us of a cers who ran into the burning buildings while dedicated to peace, more aware of the world great tragedy. But it also helps reinforce our others ran out, and in the heroes on Flight 93 around us, and more secure. national strength and what it means to be an who made the ultimate sacrifice to save oth- Let us maintain the spirit of unity, of neigh- American. Our purpose and resolve are ers. These personal stories are now a part of borly concern, of friendliness toward others, undeterred. our ongoing national story. and of service that was so profoundly dis- Mr. LUTHER. Mr. Speaker, the tragedy of The anniversary of September 11th serves played in the aftermath of 9–11 and keep it September 11th is a stark reminder of the as a reminder to all Americans that our nation alive and well. Let us hold on to the spirit that dangerous world in which we live and the risks has changed forever. We are now so much led us to stand in line for hours in order to do- faced by people who are firmly committed to more aware of our freedoms and liberties, our nate blood because we so wanted help. Those democracy, freedom and opportunity for all, as strength of diversity and collective purpose. values exemplify true patriotism and dem- we Americans are. Our commitment to freedom and our strength onstrate what is best about America. as a nation has never been on fuller, broader I am reminded of the words of a song, As we recognize the one-year anniversary display. which has been sung so often, by so many, of these attacks, it is important to remember

VerDate Sep 04 2002 03:25 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.024 H11PT1 H6204 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 and honor the victims and survivors, their fam- unite. With the round-the-clock dedication of On behalf of the people of American ilies and loved ones. But we should also re- the Pentagon Renovation team, the revival of Samoa, I rise today to say that we will always member the amazing acts of bravery, kind- the Pentagon has served as the quintessential remember the heroic actions of those who ness and self-sacrifice that took place on Sep- symbol of our country’s resilience and re- gave their lives so that we might live. We tember 11th: citizens helped each other, fire- newal. A special debt of gratitude goes out to stand united in our resolve to defend freedom. fighters risked their lives to save those of oth- those workers and planners who orchestrated Like all Americans, we join in prayer and pro- ers, Americans participated in food and blood this rebuilding. claim September 11, 2002 as a day of Solemn drives and other efforts across the country. As we bear witness to the powerful images Observance. The day was one of unspeakable horror, but and experiences of the past year, we are I commend the Honorable Tauese Sunia, also one of triumph. We Americans committed proudly reminded of what it means to be an Governor of American Samoa, for proclaiming ourselves to gaining from this tragedy. As dif- American. The heroic acts of the firefighters, Wednesday September 11, 2002 to be a Day ficult as the time was, we resolved to work to- police officers and emergency responders who of Solemn Observance throughout the Terri- gether to become stronger as a nation. rushed into the inferno of the Pentagon and tory. All flags will be flown at half-mast. Memo- Events of this past year since the attacks World Trade Center Towers to save lives, rial services will start in the Territory at sun- remind us that we can easily lose the spirit of touches a special place in all our hearts. It is down on Tuesday September 5, 2002 and will September 11th as we go about our daily a place where love of country and for our fel- end with the last service set for 6:00 p.m. on business. At times we may have forgotten the low man is second nature. This unique Amer- September 11, 2002. feelings of national unity and pride that came ican spirit is what wills us to go the extra mile During this time, American Samoa will par- in the immediate aftermath of September 11th. and put our lives on the line for what we know ticipate in a worldwide choral event. Choirs in But in order to continue America’s mission in is right. every zone around the world will perform Mo- the world, we must continue in that spirit and So, Mr. Speaker, on the one year anniver- zart’s Requiem at 8:46 a.m., the exact time of work together as Americans every day. sary of September 11th, let us honor the many the first terrorist attack on America. American I along with my family and staff join all sacrifices that have been made by our police, Samoa will represent the last time zone on the Americans in remembering the loss of that day firefighters, emergency responders and our globe and the American Samoa Community and in thanking Americans for their many con- men and women in uniform. Their efforts to College Choir will be the last choir on earth to tributions in the face of tragedy. To truly honor heal, protect and preserve this great nation sing Mozart’s Requiem during this worldwide, them and the nation we love, we must con- deserve the utmost respect and admiration. commemorative service. tinue in the spirit that followed September 11th Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, al- I applaud the volunteers from the Seattle though the scope and severity of the terrorist and work together to ensure peace, justice Symphony Chorale who organized this world- attacks on America make it difficult to know and prosperity for all. wide event to pay homage to the victims, sur- Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, whereas, September how best to memorialize those who were lost vivors, and heroes of September 11, 2001. I 11th was a day that impacted everyone in the on September 11, 2001, I rise today to pay also commend the students, staff, and faculty tribute to the passengers of United Flight 93 United States of America in a shocking and members at the American Samoa Community who courageously thwarted an attack on our terrible way; and, College for representing American Samoa on Whereas, September 11th also became a nation’s Capital. To the firefighters of New York City who this historic and solemn occasion. pivotal event that unified all Americans, I also express my deepest gratitude for gave their lives to rescue others, I join with my strengthening our communities and nation in those serving in the U.S. Armed Forces during colleagues in saying that you will always be amazing and inspiring ways; and, this critical time in our nation’s history. I am our heroes. To the World Trade Center vic- Whereas, the committee of Phil Wallace, pleased to say that the sons and daughters of tims, we mourn your passing. To those who Marian Klier, Dorothy Powell, and Marian Mar- died at the Pentagon, we will not forget you. American Samoa serve proudly in the U.S. tin are to be commended along with the com- To every man and woman serving in the U.S. military and, per capita, there are probably munity of Martin’s Ferry for seeking to honor Armed Forces, we stand by you. To our more soldiers in the U.S. Army from American and remember those who lost their lives that friends and neighbors across the globe, we Samoa than any other State or U.S. Territory. day; and, thank you for supporting us in a time of need. I thank the sons and daughters of American Whereas, this anniversary of September For every American who has made the ulti- Samoa for answering the call to serve. I pray 11th calls for solemn remembrance, gratitude, mate sacrifice and those who continue to risk for them. I pray for their families. I am painfully patriotism, and most importantly a celebration their lives in order to save others, our Nation aware of the sacrifices they are making. I am of the indelible American spirit; stands forever grateful. very mindful of the dangers they are facing. Therefore, I join with the residents of Mar- We are one Nation, under God, united in Some thirty years ago, I served in the Vietnam tin’s Ferry and the entire 18th Congressional our resolve to defend freedom in the aftermath War. As a Vietnam veteran, I remember all to District of Ohio in remembering those who of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on well what it is like to be separated from loved died and thanking those who became heroes America. As President Franklin Roosevelt ones. Each day, I wondered if I would ever with perseverance and American pride. said, ‘‘We will not only defend ourselves to the see my loved ones again or if I would be Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise uttermost but will make very certain that this among the thousands to return home in a today on the first anniversary of 9/11, a day form of treachery shall never endanger us body bag. which changed America’s history. again. With confidence in our Armed Forces, By the grace of God, I returned home safe- For the past 12 months, this nation has col- with the unbound determination of our people, ly. I now pray that the good Lord will watch lectively experienced a full range of emotion, we will gain the inevitable triumph, so help us over the brave men and women of American from the initial fear and uncertainty of that God.’’ Samoa who are also willing to pay the ultimate fateful day, to anger and outrage at the loss Mr. Speaker, I commend President George sacrifice so that future generations may live in of American life and the violation of two of our W. Bush for his leadership in securing our peace. nation’s most recognizable symbols. We have homeland and strengthening America’s re- On this day of Solemn Observance, in this mourned and continue to mourn for the victims solve to triumph over terrorism. I also com- sombre time of remembrance, my thoughts of this horrible attack. Their families and mend the Honorable Colin L. Powell, U.S. and prayers also go out to all those whose friends are constantly in our thoughts and Secretary of State, for his untold achievement lives have been changed by the tragic events prayers. Embedded firmly in my mind is the in strengthening our alliances. I commend the of September 11, 2001. May we always stand image of streams of people who came to the Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, Secretary of together in the defense of freedom and may ridge overlooking the Pentagon to pay their re- Defense, for mobilizing our troops and pro- God bless America. spects and sanctified that hill with flowers, tecting U.S. interests overseas. I commend Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in re- candles and notes of remembrance. the Secretary of Transportation, the Honorable membrance of one of the most horrific events Yet, in the midst of all the sadness, Ameri- Norman Y. Mineta, for his decisive action to in our Nation’s history. cans have sought an outlet for their grief by ground all planes and avoid further tragedy on Today we honor the thousands of innocent renewing their sense of community service September 11, 2001. people who lost their lives in the World Trade and patriotic pride. Our country, which has a I also commend my colleagues in both the Center, at the Pentagon and aboard Flight 93 strong history of bridging many differences, House and Senate. I commend both Repub- a year ago and salute with great pride the has become one. In Northern Virginia alone, licans and Democrats. I commend all Ameri- many rescue workers, medical personnel, and we witnessed friends, neighbors and col- cans united in their resolve to end the threat firefighters who risked their own lives to save leagues coming together to help rebuild and of terrorism for future generations. the lives of others.

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:06 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.028 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6205 September 11th is a very emotional day for businessman Thomas Duffy was at an early Ms. HART. Mr. Speaker, on this fateful day Americans of all walks of life and it is espe- morning meeting in the towers and perished. last year, the cowardly acts of terrorists tried cially difficult for those who were directly im- The Vincent family lost their 24-year-old to divide this Nation and destroy the American pacted in one way, shape or form. My heart daughter, Melissa, who had just begun a ca- way of life. Instead they united us, and Ameri- goes to out the survivors, their families and all reer with Alliance Consulting. Several other cans rose above the ashes to show the in- who were affected—emotionally or phys- constituents lost children, brothers, and sis- domitable spirit that makes this Nation so ically—by this event. I know it has not been an ters. Many lost friends and loved ones. None great. easy pain to bear. of these families will ever be the same again. Thousands of lives were lost that day, but Last year’s terrorist attacks shook the sense The best homage we can pay is to ensure millions of us answered the call of a nation of security we have come to take for granted that these people did not die in vain. We have under attack. The volunteers who helped the in our daily lives. Although our country will already taken significant steps by removing victims and families, the outpouring of dona- never be the same, we have a renewed sense the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, pursuing tions—these are the shining examples of what of commitment and are dedicated now, more terrorists across the globe, and improving we are capable of when our country needs us than ever to upholding our freedoms and lib- homeland security. But we can and must do most. erties. Our country, with all its diversity, stands much more. President Bush asks us to honor the mem- united to prevent such a tragedy from hap- Many vital security needs still must be ad- ory of those lost ‘‘by pursuing peace and jus- pening again. dressed. We must pursue a long-term strategy tice in the world and security at home.’’ While Mr. Speaker, I ask for a moment of silence for rooting out terrorism and eliminating the September 11 was a tragic day, we must also in remembrance of those who were lost. May conditions that allow it to thrive. Our public acknowledge the historic outpouring of charity God bless America today and ever more. health infrastructure must be rebuilt and and sacrifice by all Americans to those in need. Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to strengthened. Perhaps most of all, however, The war on terrorism is not concluding; it join my colleagues in remembering the ter- we must rededicate ourselves to principles of has only just begun. President Bush made it rorist attacks of a year ago and paying tribute freedom and democracy. Our precious liberty very clear that whenever there is terrorism in to the victims, the survivors, and the American can never be taken for granted. We must find the world, the United States cannot rest. This spirit. the delicate balance between protecting our is a war that we must remain united in—united One year ago today, almost three thousand security and preserving our freedom. and prepared for the challenge to defeat those Americans lost their lives in a series of des- Finally, we must pay special attention to the who use terror and fear to oppress and de- picable attacks. These acts were carried out needs of our children in these difficult times. stroy. by a group of people who hated everything Too many of our children across the Nation Those who perished on September 11 will our Nation stands for, and who sought to de- were traumatized by the terrorist attacks, and forever remain in our memories and in our stroy the symbols of our freedom and pros- many remain anxious and fearful. These hearts. It is up to us to protect liberty and free- perity. events must not be allowed to poison an en- dom for all future generations. Despite the destruction they were able to in- tire generation. We must ensure that our chil- God Bless America. flict, these terrorists actually achieved the op- dren receive the aid they need to face the fu- Mr. PHELPS. Mr. Speaker, on the night 9– posite of their intended goal. Instead of divid- ture happy, healthy, and secure. Terror is in- 11–2001, when all the Members of the House ing us, they united us as never before. The discriminate, and the young are especially vul- and Senate gathered for that historic press evil of a few was met by the courage of thou- nerable. conference to assure the American people sands, and the generosity of millions. I join my colleagues in paying tribute to all that we had not run from the terrorists and The day of the attacks witnessed countless the heroes of September 11. Our honored were doing the business on behalf of the instances of unflinching, selfless courage at dead will not be forgotten. Their families shall American people, that which we were elected the sites in New York, Pennsylvania, and the not be alone. We, the survivors, will carry their to do, I was inspired to write these words and Pentagon. Workers in the towers and at the memories in our hearts and live their legacy set them to music. Pentagon helped each other through the evac- through our actions. I believe my song expresses much of the uation. Firefighters, law enforcement officers, Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, it was one year sentiments of the American people that we will and emergency personnel rushed to the ago that we first shared that sense of inimi- and must respond when threatened or scene, heedless of the danger to themselves. table sadness upon learning that thousands of harmed. We will defend the deepest principles Teachers shepherded children to safety; not a our fellow Americans were suddenly and un- of freedom and our Nation’s heritage. single child at the World Trade Center or Pen- expectedly lost to us forever. They met their Especially on behalf of those brave people, tagon day care centers was harmed. And no ends in the fields of western Pennsylvania; at our heroes: the firemen, policemen, emer- one will ever forget the heroism of the pas- our national military headquarters in Wash- gency medical teams, our postal workers, the sengers who crashed Flight 93 rather than ington, DC; In two of the world’s tallest office Pentagon workers, and those who were allow it to continue to its intended target. The buildings in New York City. Some were sitting aboard the hijacked planes, HERE WE world watched in humbled awe as ordinary down for work, or simply taking a plane trip COME! With you in our minds, and in our Americans performed extraordinary acts. when the unthinkable occurred. Hundreds of hearts, and for everything which this country The following days and weeks saw another others, heroes, were taken from us as they stands! quintessential American trait expressed: our selflessly struggled to bring others to safety. ‘‘HERE COMES AMERICA!’’ generosity. Millions of Americans contributed We came together today to honor their The greatest of all nations, where freedom goods, services, and funds for the rescue ef- memory. In churches, synagogues, mosques, was born fort. Equipment, food, and supplies poured schools, homes, and workplaces across the through wars and sacrifices tested, tried and into the City of New York. Over a few short land and around the world people will observe weary worn. weeks, millions of dollars were donated to the We stand for truth and justice, and our aim moments of silence in solemn remembrance. is strong and sure. families of the victims of the attacks. Children We pray for those left behind, whose lives are The red, white and blue waves on for freedom held penny drives and car washes; businesses scarred forever with the loss of loved ones. we shall endure had fundraisers; corporations opened their cof- We ask God for healing for them and for our Here comes America on strong. fers. No sooner was any need made known country. God bless America’s her song. than it was met, often to overflowing. We also gather as a nation to lift our voices United more than ever now. The trials of September 11 proved that our in song. While uniting us across the miles, our In prayer to God we humbly bow Nation’s motto still holds true—E pluribus shared music today not only pays homage to for freedom’s cause we will not fail. unum. From many, one. From many individ- the lives lost, but reaches out to embrace the Over fear we shall prevail. uals, many cultures, and many ideals we grieving. The songs give us a shared strength Let Old Glory Wave. stand together as a single nation, united in by allowing us to publicly reaffirm the triumphs HERE COMES AMERICA purpose and resolve. Like steel tempered in of our humanity over terror, of community over When liberty is threatened, we’ll defend the fire, the challenges of this ordeal have made hatred, of rebuilding over destruction. people’s will. Though heroes have fallen, our resolve we us stronger. May today’s remembrances bring honor to shall fulfill. Today, we pay tribute to all those who were the memory of those who died one year ago, A forgiving, loving people, pursuing peace lost a year ago, and to those they left behind. healing to the wounded of body and spirit, and and happiness My district of Monroe County, New York, the blessings of courage and strength for all but if harmed or terrorized, Comes the Eagle bears its share of the collective grief. Pittsford who remember. From Her Nest.

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:06 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.057 H11PT1 H6206 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, on September as the ruins still smoldered, the families still We also remember several other individuals 11, 2001, America awoke to the worst terrorist prayed and hoped, and all of us searched for who worked in the 36th district but lived else- attack in history. As we went to work and ways to explain and prepare for the events where. Their coworkers remember them fond- school, we left with a feeling of security that that were to unfold. I will never forget that feel- ly: Ruben Ornedo, who worked at Boeing, and we have long since forgotten. By the time we ing of collective will which permeated this Peter Gay, who worked for Raytheon Elec- returned to our families, our lives and our Na- Congress to act to bring to justice those who tronics and commuted to El Segundo weekly tion had forever changed. It had been many committed these heinous crimes. from the east coast. years since America felt so insecure, so vul- America will never forget September 11th, Mr. Speaker, our hearts are still broken and nerable. On that morning, the American peo- 2001. In its tragedy, in its despicability, and in we continue to grieve. The remembrance ple’s resolve was put to the ultimate test. Ev- its lessons and impact on our way of life, it ceremonies I attended—last week at Ground erything appeared to be so uncertain that day. represents a singular moment of history. But Zero and this morning at the Pentagon—were Who would do such a thing? Why would they what really do we remember about this event? incredibly moving and heartfelt. do it? Is there more to come? How can I pro- And for today, the first anniversary of 9/11, But as we work together to rebuild the lives tect my family? perhaps the best question is: What should we shattered by the events of September 11, we But there was much that was certain that remember? also look to identify the actions we need to day. America made a promise to the victims Mr. Speaker, my answer to that is: Let us take at all levels of government to ensure and their families, to future generations of remember the mothers and sons, the brothers maximum preparedness and protection Americans, and to the world. The American and sisters, who perished on September 11, against this threat—beginning with a reorga- people promised that this action would not go by remembering, today, to touch our own nization of our government’s resources. unanswered. We promised that this action mother or son, our brother, our sister. We have learned from this horrific experi- would only strengthen and unite us, not divide We will never forget the firefighters, police ence. us. We would respond forcefully to those who officers, and volunteers—the heroes of Sep- Sadder, but wiser and stronger, we are were responsible while tending to our neigh- tember 11th. Let’s prove that by not forgetting aided in our efforts this past year by the testi- bors, our fellow countrymen. Together, you to extend a hand to our heroes in uniform, monies of those who walked through hell and and people across northwest Missouri and our who protect us today. by those who are prepared to do the same. Nation donated blood for the victims, and do- And let us commemorate 9/11 and honor I am reminded of the words of Tennyson— nated money for their families. Together, we our fallen by forever defending and living up to Tho’ much is taken, much abides; and tho’ prayed for those who lost so much that day. the ideals embodied in our Constitution. Our We are not now that strength which in old We prayed for our soldiers who stood ready— way of life may have been challenged, but it days preparing to defend our freedom. Moved earth and heaven, that which we are, has not been compromised. We can prove to we are— As we stop to remember that terrible day, the world that in triumph or tragedy, we shall some of the pain and fear has subsided. But One equal temper of heroic hearts, be a nation of laws. Made weak by time and fate, but strong in our determination to defeat those who seek to As I stood on the Floor of the House a year will terrorize us must never fall victim to the pas- ago I asked: How do we explain this bar- To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield. sage of time. In the coming months, the Amer- barous act of terrorism to our children? I did New Yorkers, the workers at the Pentagon ican people will face a choice: live up to our not believe then, nor do I believe now, that it and the passengers and crew aboard Amer- responsibility by making tough choices and is possible to really explain—to make sense of ican flight 77 did not yield. sacrifices to continue our assault on terrorism, what happened—to our little ones. But I re- Nor will America. or quit now and hope that they choose to stop member my words that followed and they right Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, September 11, planning future attacks. The American people so very true to me today: ‘‘From my words 2001, is a day you will always remember should never have to endure such a tragedy and my deeds, from the way our country pros- where you were, who you were with, and what again. As we have learned over the past year, ecutes this unconscionable crime, I hope [our you were doing. My personal experiences that we can do something about it. We must never children] will learn and they will remember day are vivid: going to a press conference in mislead ourselves that we have to wait to be how this country lives and breathes its free- the Capitol at 9:30, moving fast to get out attacked again to continue our defense from dom and relentless search for justice. Per- when we saw the reports of smoke at the terrorism. The more than 3,000 lives lost is all haps, then, as our children grow older and Pentagon and seeing the monitor in the House the justification we need to have to defend wiser, they will be better prepared to preserve radio-TV gallery flash, ‘‘White House being against a certain threat of terrorism. The life and defend America’s values.’’ evacuated.’’ Nothing can describe the feeling United States must remain vigilant and pre- So, Mr. Speaker, as we move forward to of rushing out of the building you love, hearing pared, so that we remain forever free. complete the unfinished business of 9/11, let the attack was not concluded and seeing the Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, the United States us remember our fallen, let us reflect on our smoke from the Pentagon rising behind the of America is founded on the fundamental tenacity and perseverance, and let us be the building in which my Congressional office is principle that all citizens have the inalienable heroes in life that the victims of that day are located. right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happi- I went to the Pentagon 2 days later to thank ness. in death. The United States of America stands as a I remember that feeling of hope and justice the emergency workers and was struck by the beacon of freedom and opportunity for every- back then, and I believe it will guide us smells that were still so strong there, the one regardless of race, creed or religious be- through our mission now. May God bless stench of the burning building and literally the lief. America. smell of death. I’d been to that building so The strength and vitality of the United Ms. HARMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support many times and it seemed so impenetrable. States of America is in the diversity of its peo- of the commemorative resolution honoring This attack served to illustrate how vulnerable ple, the diversity of its ideas, the freedom to those who died last September 11, those who we are in this country. We live in a wildly dan- express those ideas and the opportunity to came to the rescue, and those who served, gerous world; the security increases we see achieve one’s potential and direct one’s des- and continue to serve, in the fight against ter- here now have been the norm in Europe and tiny. rorism. around the Middle East for decades. Our Mr. Speaker, these ideals and principles are Our minds are still seared with the images world is dangerous. We live in this world; now absolute and will not be surrendered or weak- of last year’s tragedy. Members knew some of we appreciate that danger every day. ened by the cowardly acts of terrorists who the individuals who died in the attacks. In Cali- Our nation was founded on the belief that fear the sunshine of freedom and the respon- fornia’s 36th district, where LAX—the destina- God is great, that He is watching out for us. sibility it brings. tion of three of the four hijacked planes—is lo- While the fear and hurt was apparent that day Let is forever remember that the date Sep- cated, four of my constituents were killed. and the days that followed, so too, was the tember 11 reaffirms the principles for which They are: Anna Alison of Torrance, Chan- strength and courage of men and women who the United States of America was founded and dler ‘‘Chad’’ Keller of Manhattan Beach, Stan- risked their own lives for their country and that on this day each year freedom shall ring ley Hall of Rancho Palos Verdes, and John their American family that day. The pas- from every community in this great land and Wenckus of Torrance. sengers in the plane that crashed in Pennsyl- the Voice of America will be heard around the Today, we remember these individuals and vania jumped into action, fighting a battle that world. join with their families in commemorating their eventually saved a Washington-area target, Mr. BECERRA. Mr. Speaker, a year ago I lives and their contribution to our community quite possibly the building where Congress stood on this same floor of the people’s House and nation. meets.

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:06 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.062 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6207 Our legacy, our duty, today is to ensure that legacy of this new century be one of victory resent, the Second District of Connecticut, lost those who died on the planes, in the buildings, for mankind as the United States of America a number of wonderful people on September and on the battlefield, did not die in vain. Our leads the world to liberty and justice for all. 11th. The names of some of them follow: respect for their memory must be to recommit Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I Josh Piver, of my hometown of Stonington, ourselves to our nation, our freedom and each rise today, one year after the terrorist attacks worked at Cantor Fitzgerald on the 105th floor other. Today we mourn anew the lives lost in on our nation, as we collectively pause to re- of the World Trade Center. Josh loved jazz, the attack one year ago, and the lives lost in flect, remember, and memorialize those who loved living in New York City and had an exu- battle since then and we offer our sympathies lost their lives on September 11, 2001. We berant passion for life. He was a fine young again to those they leave behind. We also proudly remember those heroic acts of bravery man with a bright future. honor the police, firefighters and rescue per- and courage selflessly performed by citizens Madeline Amy Sweeney, a flight attendant sonnel who risked their lives to help those hurt that day. It was a day when ordinary people for American Airlines Flight 11, the first jet to in the attacks. performed extraordinary deeds. strike the World Trade Center. Displaying a Our challenges are huge. Many people in The nation was struck by terror, but re- courage while under tremendous pressure, this world carry evil in their hearts and minds. sponded with the courage and the conviction she proved that on that day a loving wife, and We can never change the hearts of humans, that makes us free. As we pause to recognize a caring mother and daughter, could also be but great American men and women are doing our precious freedoms, we will never forget a hero. She used her cell phone to report September 11 and what happened in New their best every day to prevent that evil from what was happening and the information she York City, the Pentagon or in the fields of finding its way here to our shores again. The provided helped us identify the attackers. She Pennsylvania. United States is a beacon of light around the jump-started our investigation. Her parents live world. There are thousands of freedoms and The terrorists failed in their attempts to bring down this nation because the United States in Norwich, Connecticut. privileges in this country that we enjoy every Ruth McCourt, a homemaker from New Lon- day but those privileges come at a cost, at a responded with love of country and the resolve to bring them to justice, ensuring that don, Connecticut, and her four-year-old sacrifice. Our way forward will not be easy, for daughter, Juliana, were on United Airlines this is not over. those who gave their lives will not have perished in vain. Flight 175 bound for Los Angeles. They were Ask God for wisdom and strength to protect on their way to enjoy a vacation at us here at home and those around the world With great compassion and understanding, our hearts go out to the families of those who Disneyland. Their jet crashed into the south who love freedom and democracy. Always re- lost their loved ones, knowing life will never be tower of the World Trade Center. member those service men and women serv- normal for them. As we pause today in re- James Greenleaf, Jr., a 32-year-old history ing in the military. They are doing difficult, membrance, we are resolved to go forward buff, was a football star in high school. He dangerous work on our behalf, and on behalf protecting and cherishing the freedoms that worked on the 92nd floor of the World Trade of freedom and democracy. Our test is to be sustain us all. Center. His friends said he was the type of in- united at this hour of crisis in our nation and Mr. Speaker, H. Con. Res. 464 appro- dividual who would spend a week’s vacation in our world. Congress will honor the memo- priately recognizes the one year anniversary helping an old friend build a new house. ries of all those we have lost to the war on ter- of September 11 and I urge my colleagues to Ed Calderon, 43, was a security guard for ror by defending the United States in the face unanimously support this resolution. God bless the Port Authority of New York and New Jer- of future attacks. America. sey. He loved to dance and especially loved Mr. NETHERCUTT. Mr. Speaker, one year Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Mr. Speaker, a year the salsa. He had worked at the World Trade ago on September 11, our country suffered ago today our nation was attacked by terror- Center for 22 years and was last seen running unexpected and unjustified attacks that killed ists intent on destroying the most enduring toward the north tower after helping dozens of and injured innocent people from many na- symbols of our success and our way of life. workers reach safety. He was hoping to help tions of the world. While the attacks occurred On this solemn occasion, the anniversary of a few more people just before the building colin the city of New York, a peaceful field in those horrific attacks, I rise in strong support lapsed. Pennsylvania and at the Pentagon in Virginia, of the resolution recognizing September 11 as the effects of terrorism were felt in every cor- Bruce Eagleson, 53, a vice president of the a national day of remembrance. Westfield Group, was at a meeting on the 17th ner of America and throughout the world of On this day, we mourn the loss of thou- nations that shared our sorrow. floor of the World Trade Center when a jet sands of innocent lives, we honor the selfless struck the building. His oldest son called after The resulting war on terrorism has called to- acts of those who came to the victims’ aid, gether the people of America to unite behind the first plane hit and urged him to leave. He and we pay tribute to those who willingly put told his son he was helping to evacuate peo- a commitment to defend our homeland and their lives on the line to stop the terrorists from preserve our way of life against all enemies of ple and promised he would get out. Mr. wreaking further destruction on our land. Eagleson had hoped to retire within seven freedom and liberty. In doing so, America has 9–11 will forever be remembered as one of years. He loved fishing and golf. witnessed a heartening resurgence of patriot- the darkest days in our nation’s history. Today ism, a deep appreciation for the ordinary he- the horror of that event is still fresh, and the Eric Thorpe, 35, was the star quarterback of roes among us, a fervent call to prayer, and pain is still raw. And just as it is today, it will his undefeated high school football team. He a thankful devotion to the simple blessings of always be one for sadness and reflection. But was one of the top salesmen at Keefe, family, community, faith and friendship. We the response it inspired in our nation was up- Bruyette and Woods. But he kept success in are indeed a blessed people, committed to lib- lifting. As we shudder at the recognition of the business world in perspective. He helped erty for individuals and nations everywhere, devastation on this day, we can also take run a soup kitchen during college, worked as but mindful that freedom too often comes with heart in the greatness and strength it inspired. a Big Brother and participated in Hands To- great sacrifice. Time will ease our sorrow, and we will con- gether, an anti-poverty program in Haiti. His Who can doubt our American faithfulness tinue to prosper as a nation. But we must friends knew him for his nonstop sense of and resolve as we grieve for those who lost never forget the lesson we were forced to re- humor. life on September 11, applaud the brave gov- learn on September 11, 2001: there are those Eric Evans, 31, was an easy-going indi- ernment servants and military might of our who are threatened by our strength, our free- vidual who was determined to succeed in great nation, strive for economic stability and doms and our way of life, and they want to de- business. He also loved to garden and en- quietly pray for a peaceful world free of tyrants stroy our nation. We must remain united in our joyed tending his tomato and basil plants. His and violence. commitment to pursue those who threaten us, friends said he loved animals, except for the The United States is no stranger to evil— to ensure our way of life and to uphold the squirrels that would get into his tomatoes. our forefathers have overcome it through 225 hope of freedom around the globe. These fine people, and all the others who years of proud but difficult history. The chal- Mr. SIMMONS. Mr. Speaker, one year ago were taken from us on September 11, 2001, lenge for this and future generations will be to today our nation endured an attack by a dedi- leave behind families and friends and lives never succumb to the temptation of with- cated and dangerous enemy. Since that day that were full of the promise of tomorrow. drawing from our national obligation to resist we have seen that the principles and ideals Today it is appropriate that we honor their evil and fight for freedom for future genera- that are the foundation of America are far memory. tions of Americans. The war against terrorism, stronger than any of the steel and concrete But this is more than a day of remem- memorialized in those who died one year ago, that fell that day. brance. This is a day to recommit ourselves to is only the latest test of our national resolve. We are gathered to remember the innocent the values that are the foundation of America. In lasting memory of September 11, let the lives that were taken. The district that I rep- Freedom, justice, honor and an unwavering

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:06 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.052 H11PT1 H6208 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 belief in self-government—those are the val- great pride and resiliency. And that is what As a Nation, we are now engaged in a ues we believe in and they are the values that makes us a target. Yet in the end, America historic global conflict with a vile those we remember today believed in as well. endures. enemy who slaughters innocent people This is a day to keep in mind that there is Today the war on terrorism is progressing, by the thousands and then makes sanc- a great and profound difference between the but it will take time. As the President has said timonious references to God. Talk use of force to liberate and the use of force to many times—this is a faceless enemy that we about blasphemy. I do not know if bin enslave. fight, and determination and perseverance will Laden is dead or alive; but I do know And this is a day to recommit ourselves to be our keys to victory. In the end our victory that when he dies he will burn in hell, our love of our country. Let us join together will once again bring about global peace. and it is our job to get him there as and appreciate America’s history and stand So as we reflect on that tragic day, one year quickly as possible. firm in support of our institutions and the du- ago, and mourn the loss of so many of our fel- Our President laid down a battle plan ties of citizenship. This is a day to look to the low Americans, be rest assured that our brave that brought the liberation of Afghani- future. military men and women overseas are getting stan and will soon rid the world of A great deal of learning in our nation has the job done, and making America proud. threats like that of Saddam Hussein. traditionally taken place when families gather I commend and thank our military men and This is a result of 9–11 one year ago, around the kitchen table at mealtime. I hope women for their sacrifices and bravery as they but it did not start one year ago. that beginning tonight all American families will protect the Homeland. They are picking up The first order of business is for us to take time to discuss today’s events around the where the heroes of September 11th left off— recognize that the murderous attack dinner table. Talk together about what it defending America, and fighting for the free- on us in New York and at the Pentagon means to be a citizen of this great nation. doms that we are willing to die for. The terror- was not an act of God, nor was it a nat- Share your thoughts with each other about ists who attack us operate out of hatred—ha- ural phenomenon. It did not just hap- what the events of today mean to you, your tred of our freedom, hatred of our faith, and pen; nor, let me add, was it just a case family and friends. hatred of our liberty. Yet in the end, it will be of bad luck. John Winthrop, one of the Pilgrims who our faith, freedom and love of liberty that will The slaughter of our fellow citizens came to this new world, described it as a ultimately defeat them. need not have happened. It was some- ‘‘shinning city upon a hill.’’ May God Bless the United States. thing that would not have happened Today, with our prayers, we remember Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I yield had certain people done things dif- those who are gone. Let us also direct our ef- back the balance of my time. ferently, had certain government poli- forts to ensure, for our sake and for the sake Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I yield cies been different, had certain Federal of those yet to come, that this shining city on back the balance of my time. agencies and Departments been given a hill will remain a beacon of freedom and The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. different marching orders. In short, 9– hope that will forever reach out to embrace OTTER). Without objection, the pre- 11 need not have happened, and it is the aspirations and dreams of all the people of vious question is ordered on the con- imperative that the American people the world. current resolution. look closely at the policies, the sys- There was no objection. Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speak- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The tems, and yes, the people which led to er, a year ago today, a radical, Islamic terrorist question is on the concurrent resolu- 9–11 to ensure that something like this group seized four aircraft, turning them into tion. never happens again. deadly weapons and killing thousands of de- The question was taken; and the What policies am I talking about? fenseless people. Today, we continue to Speaker pro tempore announced that Let us start with the fundamentals or, mourn the loss of those victims, and honor the ayes appeared to have it. if you will, the fundamentalists. Of the those who, with great bravery and instilled Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, on 19 hijackers on 9–11, 16 were Saudis or sense of duty, risked their lives to protect our that I demand the yeas and nays. held Saudi passports. America’s rela- people. The yeas and nays were ordered. tionship with Saudi Arabia is complex Yet while we reflect on this day, one year The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- but not as unfathomable as some would ago, we cannot look back. Throughout the his- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- have us believe. tory of America, we have been a forward-look- ceedings on this motion will be post- In the Cold War, we worked closely ing Nation, striving for excellence and finding poned. with the Saudi royal family; and to be fair, they were our loyal allies. They strength in our love of country. America is a f God-fearing land, and because of this, our Na- helped us finance anti-Communist tion has been blessed mightily. COMMEMORATING 9–11 projects that were of immense impor- These attacks have been compared to De- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without tance to our national security in the cember 7, 1941, when Pearl Harbor was also prejudice to the resumption of legisla- days when the Soviet Union was spend- struck from the sky. At the end of that day, tive business, under the Speaker’s an- ing billions of dollars to bury us. Saudi America was devastated and struck with the nounced policy of January 3, 2001, the help was vital on a number of fronts so great sorrow of this tragedy. Yet as history so gentleman from California (Mr. ROHR- there was reason for us then to be aptly tells us, America’s resurgence brought ABACHER) is recognized for 60 minutes grateful; and, yes, there is reason forth the liberation of the world, and global as the designee of the majority leader. today for us to be grateful. peace for decades. Mr. ROHRABACHER. Mr. Speaker, What they did to help us in the past, Today, as we look out across our land, we today America is reflecting on the however, does not excuse what they are will see America at its most glorious hour. We events of 9–11, as we should; and it is a doing today that threatens us. Times will see the spirit of America at every cere- time to remember. It is a time to re- have changed, and dramatically so. If mony, in every city and on the face of all member those who lost their lives and our policy towards Saudi Arabia does Americans. It was the spirit of America that to remember those, like the firemen not change significantly, there will be got us through that fateful day one year ago, and the police, who gave their lives a heavy price to pay in the future, if we and it will be this spirit that will carry us trying to save others. It is a time for have not already paid enough. through for years to come. rage, as we have heard, and a time for Relying on low oil prices and on It is contagious, this American spirit. Last reflection, a time for pride and a time Saudi largesse for special Cold War year, as our firefighters, police officers and for anger. What it is not, however, is a projects left us dependent upon them, rescue workers sacrificed to save lives, the time for mourning. That time is over. and who is them, who are we talking American spirit shined. As our military men Today, I join with all of those who about? We are talking about the royal and women headed overseas to defend our solemnly commemorate this anniver- family, the royal family of Saudi Ara- country, the American spirit shined. As Ameri- sary. Heartfelt commemoration, I sug- bia that is autocratic and over the cans across our land joined together in unity gest, is not enough. We must consider years has become fat and incompetent and with a renewed sense of patriotism, the not just what happened a year ago, as and in many ways cowardly. However, American spirit shined. we have been hearing for the last hour; again, they helped us defeat an enemy This is America, and faith and freedom will but instead we must find and discover intent on destroying us, Communism. always be our call. That is what makes us and talk about and we must make de- So we paid special attention to the unique. That is what makes us a people of terminations about why 9–11 happened. Saudis.

VerDate Sep 04 2002 03:25 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.055 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6209 Instead of pushing for democratic re- Arab and Muslim world. Let us demand about how grateful they should be for form and human rights, we let the free elections and freedom of speech what we have. But here were these peo- Saudis, and because of their influence and press as well as religious tolerance ple, under attack by the Soviets, on much of the Muslim world in general, in those Muslim countries. their knees praying. But there were we let them off the hook in our push Back to Saudi Arabia. Over the last 2 many other people in the surrounding for democracy and human rights. decades, the Saudi establishment has area and with our group. About half of In the short term, it makes sense. In dealt with the rise of their homegrown them were not part of the praying dur- the long term, it has had a dramati- religious extremists by ignoring them, ing those prayer sessions. They stood cally bad impact, negative impact. giving them a free hand overseas and there. Young people in that part of the world by sending them to Afghanistan. What impressed me is that those who have suffered under despots and crooks; were praying felt perfectly com- b 1530 yet we Americans in that part of the fortable. They were fulfilling their ob- world continually talk about stability, Their extremists are called Wahabis. ligations to God but did not feel when what we should be pushing for is Those folks are on the outer limits of threatened by these others who were democratic reform and the opening of Islam. They are the ones who insist not praying and who were not com- closed societies. that women must cover themselves pelled to participate. That was the es- Entrenched regimes, royal and sec- from head to foot. Now, that is okay if sence of the Afghans. Grateful to God, ular, have been brutal and corrupt. Is women voluntarily accept this reli- devoted to God, but not fanatics who it any wonder that young people in a gious mandate. Instead, however, the were trying to suppress other people large chunk of the world turn to Is- Wahabis act as if they have the right into some sort of religious dictator- lamic fundamentalism as their ideal- to control everybody, even those who ship. istic alternative? In their corrupt do not accept their particular view, The Taliban in Afghanistan, of world, radical Muslims have been the claiming to have an infallible insight course, was totally different than the only ones offering a morally based al- about the wishes of God. They beat type of attitude I am talking about. ternative, but radical Islam is not a women with sticks if so much as their And it was not a result of the suscepti- positive force. It is tyrannical, arro- ankles are showing. They feel free to bility of the people to the Taliban’s gant and malevolent. commit violence against people of form of Islam as much as it was a re- Right here we should note that most other faiths and to prevent anyone sult, meaning the Taliban’s ascension forms of religious extremism are equal- with a different belief in God, even to power, was not a result of what is ly reprehensible and that radical Islam other Muslims, from worshipping and naturally in the Afghan people’s should not be singled out. Although living their lives as they see fit. hearts, but instead, I believe, the result limited to a few loud voices, a drum- This is the most radical of all Muslim of a deal between Saudi Arabia, Paki- beat started right at September 11 to sects. Instead of standing up to this re- stan, and, unfortunately, the United paint all Muslims as the enemy of the ligious gangsterism, the Saudi royal States. It, of course, goes back to the Cold United States and of the West. That family allowed them to establish their War, when the United States was help- drumbeat started the moment those base of operations in Saudi Arabia and ing the Afghan freedom fighters in planes hit the World Trade towers; but to export Wahabi radicalism through- their struggle against the Soviet army thanks to our wise President, we did out the world, with the help, of course, that occupied their country. The not succumb to a strategy of hate. of billions of petrol dollars. Saudis were helping, too. Now we bin Laden wanted us to retaliate One of the places not just influenced helped, and we can be proud of that. against Muslims in general, which but under the control of the Wahabis The Saudis were also helping, but as I would have polarized hundreds of mil- was Afghanistan. The Taliban was not discovered, it was not quite that sim- lions of people against us, many of an indigenous religious sect of Afghani- ple. stan. That is the mistake so many peo- whom would have ended up supporting As I was hiking through Afghanistan ple make. They represented a trans- bin Laden and his terrorists as their with that mujahedin unit heading to- saviors. As I say, we did not fall into planted Wahabism. Transplanted from? wards the battle of Jalalabad, which that trap. Where else. Saudi Arabia. was one of the last battles the Soviets By the way, just to put things in per- These crazies did not represent the participated in in Afghanistan, we spective, in the decade leading up to 9– character and/or the values of the Af- came across an encampment of white 11, Muslim people saw their fellow Mus- ghan people. The Afghan people are de- tents. These were very expensive tents. lims being ethnically cleansed, raped vout in their faith but they are not fa- There were off-road vehicles there. The and murdered in Bosnia by thugs call- natic. They pray and are grateful to people were well fed, well clothed. And ing themselves Christians. They saw God, but they do not feel compelled to I was told by my mujahedin fellow free- their fellow Muslims repressed and have everyone else pray, much less feel dom fighters to keep my mouth shut murdered by the tens of thousands in compelled to compel that everyone else and to speak no English because this Kashmir by people who called them- pray just like they pray. was an encampment of a crazy psycho- selves Hindus and cut down in the Mid- I have seen this tolerance firsthand, pathic killer, a Saudi named bin dle East by the Israeli Army. Hundreds even in the most desolate regions of Laden, and bin Laden would kill all of of thousands of non-combatant Mus- that distant land. Years ago, 14 or 15 us if he knew there was an American lims have lost their lives due to the ac- years ago, actually, I was in Afghani- with the group because he hated Amer- tions of governments controlled by stan with a mujahedin unit, the ica as much as he hated the Com- people of other faiths. So from their mujahedin being the fighters against munists. perspective, Islamic people are no more the Soviet occupation. During long And much of the support that the terrorists than others. treks across the desert, the small Saudis gave to the Afghan freedom In the West, all we see is the fright- group of mujahedin fighters I was with fighters was right there. It was actu- ening picture of planes flying into would stop and pray five times a day. ally bin Laden and his group there buildings and suicide bombers blowing They would get on their knees and fighting against the Russians. And that up Pizza Huts in Israel. So the first they would pray, and they would thank was their contribution to Afghanistan policy we need to change is that which God for everything that they had. I in the fight against the Soviets. has us tolerating dictatorship and cor- might add that they had little. We did Well, after the Soviets withdrew from rupt governments in Muslim countries not even have a good clean glass of Afghanistan, after the mujahedin vic- in order to maintain stability. Working water, much less the provisions of food tory, instead of helping these people re- with Russia, which is now our friend that could keep people healthy. Yet build their country, and we can be and trying to build a democratic soci- these people were grateful for every- proud we helped them fight off the So- ety, let us break our dependency on oil thing. viets with giving them the weapon sys- from unfriendly and democratic and It caused me reason to pause to think tems they needed, but we did not help undemocratic anti-Western govern- that here in the United States we have them at that point rebuild their coun- ments. Let us seek out reformers in the so much and how rarely people think try. In fact, America simply walked

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Instead, under the their young people because they do not was nothing more I could do, I hoped direction of the Clinton White House, have the medicines to do so because we for the best. I tried my best to try to these two top U.S. Government offi- have not been there to help. prevent the Taliban from getting into cials, Assistant Secretary of State There was an agreement, however, as power. Now they were there, our gov- Rick Inderfurth and U.N. Ambassador we left. It was probably not a formal ernment seemed to be going along with Bill Richardson, arrived on the scene agreement; probably just an under- it, so all I could do is sort of hope for to convince the anti-Taliban forces to standing to let Saudi Arabia and Paki- the best. stand back. And we thus saved this fa- stan oversee that region. So we walked However, within a month or so, the natical, anti-western regime from away from Afghanistan and the entire tyrannical ways of these religious being destroyed and being defeated. region. Instead of insisting on a gov- kooks made it clear to me and to ev- This later led to a dramatic defeat of ernment that reflected the will and eryone that they had to go. Yes, it was the anti-Taliban forces. The cease-fire values of the Afghan people, we left clear to me, but I take that back, it lasted only long enough for the Saudis them in the hands of the Saudis and was not clear to everyone, because the and the Pakistanis to fully rearm the the Pakistanis. Clinton administration could never Taliban. And the arms embargo that For several years, there was chaos seem to come to that conclusion, that Bill Richardson and Rick Inderfurth and fighting. Not as bad as before, but the Taliban had to go. In under- talked about, was only effective there was fighting that continued, and standing who should be accountable for against the anti-Taliban forces, which the Saudis then unleashed their ace in 9–11, we must understand that the are the people called the Northern Alli- the hole. We had left, but the Saudis State Department, under President ance. Think about that. We talked had been preparing for this eventu- Clinton, was never anti-Taliban. Our them into a cease-fire, which lasted ality. The term Taliban means student State Department, probably under the only long enough for the Taliban to and refers to those who spent most of President’s direction, undermined rearm. We talked them into an arms the war against Soviet occupation not those efforts aimed at undermining the fighting the Russians. That was a embargo, which was only an arms em- Taliban. So those of us who were anti- bargo against them. whole different group of guys. That was Taliban found ourselves the target of the mujahedin. No, the Taliban were in Again, this was one of the major the State Department rather than hav- schools, so-called religious schools, in turning points that led to 9–11. Later, ing the State Department target the Pakistan. Later, they emerged from the Taliban, with their supplies replen- Taliban for their misdeeds. these schools seemingly out of no- ished, went on the offensive and turned In several personal instances I was their country into a staging area for where, but in fact trained, armed and involved with helping obtain medical financed by Saudi Arabia and Paki- terrorism. So the Taliban ended up, and humanitarian support for people in with the Clinton administration’s stan. the areas of Afghanistan that was not Within 6 months, they had conquered somewhat blessings, of taking over all yet under Taliban control. I was over two-thirds of the country, includ- but a sliver of Afghanistan. That por- thwarted by our own government. I was ing Kabul, the capital city. But just as tion, of course, that little sliver, was thwarted by our own State Depart- it was in Orwell’s Animal Farm, vi- under the command of Commander cious dogs were surreptitiously nur- ment. NGOs with aid for Afghans who Massoud, who stood alone in the Panjir tured and then suddenly unleashed to were in areas that were controlled by Valley, a hero against the war on the do the bidding of pigs. the Taliban, on the other hand, had no Soviets. Now he was all that was left to Just a reminder: Many pundits fail to trouble with our government. They had resist the tyranny of the Taliban. some other troubles that, of course, the understand the difference between the b 1545 mujahedin and the Taliban. The former Taliban gave them themselves, but our fought the war against Soviet occupa- government was perfectly happy to This is where bin Laden makes his of- tion troops. That was the mujahedin. have NGOs operating in Taliban-con- ficial entrance. Behind the scenes, his The latter, the Taliban, arrived on the trolled areas but stopping people like foreigners, his radicals, had been there scene much later. And in the end, the myself who were trying to help those and been the Taliban shock troops for same mujahedin who helped defeat the people in areas that were opposed to a long time. They murdered anyone Soviets were our allies in this last year the Taliban. and everyone who got in the way and in driving the Taliban out of power. In mid 1988, however, even with this ran roughshod over people all over Af- The mujahedin, the good people of Af- tacit support from the Clinton admin- ghanistan. bin Laden had already de- ghanistan, have stood with us twice. istration, the Taliban were incredibly clared war on the United States, and Let us pledge that we will not walk vulnerable. They had overextended had already killed military personnel away from them again. Let us help themselves in an invasion of the north- and bombed U.S. embassies. The them rebuild their country. ern part of Afghanistan, and many of Taliban permitted them to use their Let the record show that I had spent their best, if not most of their best, country as a base of operations. a year trying to prevent the Taliban fighters were captured, along with Yes, the Clinton administration re- from coming to power at that time. My huge amounts of war supplies. The road peatedly demanded that bin Laden be goal right after the end of the war with to Kabul was open. And who interceded given up or at least kicked out of Af- the Soviets was to try to bring the old to prevent the collapse of the Taliban ghanistan. Yet there they were using King Zahir Shah back from his exile in at this pivotal moment? Who pulled all of these words making demands, yet Rome. Zahir Shah was one of the most their chestnuts out of the fire? Presi- they never seemed to care enough to beloved and pro-western of his people. dent Clinton, personally. help Massoud or help any of the others He was anxious to serve as a transition At this moment of maximum Taliban who wanted to resist the Taliban. leader that would lead his country to a vulnerability, the White House dis- So what was the Taliban leadership new political system that was based on patched Assistant Secretary of State to think? Well, of course they thought democratic elections; on ballots in- Rick Inderfurth and Bill Richardson, that the United States Government stead of bullets. As I say, he was an then our United Nations ambassador. really did not mean what it was saying. honest, kind man, with a good heart, They flew to northern Afghanistan and They believed it was simply posturing and respected by all the people of Af- convinced the anti-Taliban forces not for domestic political consideration. ghanistan. to attack and not to retake Kabul, but, This is like when the Clinton adminis- Instead, the king was pushed aside, instead, to accept a cease-fire and an tration went to China and demanded or should I say he was kept on the side- arms embargo. human rights reform and then never

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:11 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.054 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6211 put any type of force behind that de- eral years ago during the Clinton ad- I say this because the death of Com- mand. ministration contacted the CIA to let mander Massoud had a special signifi- So our government made it clear to them know that I had an informant cance to me. I had known Commander the Taliban by our inaction to support who knew exactly where bin Laden Massoud for many years, even before I anyone who was opposing the Taliban was, that he was out of Afghanistan, went to Afghanistan in 1988. During my that our demands on them actually and that he was willing to pinpoint bin time in the White House, he sent his were just made for public consumption Laden for them. I gave them my con- brother to me; and we continued a here, and that we were actually more tact’s phone number. They never communication through third parties concerned with our deal, whatever that called. After a week, I called my friend over the years. He was a man I deeply deal was, with Pakistan and Saudi Ara- back and said, Did the CIA get with respected. He was a hero; not to say he bia and that we were more concerned you? No. did not make mistakes. Certainly he with that than anything going on with- I went to the CIA again and ex- made mistakes, and he did some things in Afghanistan, including bin Laden. plained that this person had impec- wrong. But over years of fighting, ev- Why would the tough guys in the cable credentials of knowing what was erybody makes mistakes. But Massoud Taliban think that we cared about going on in Afghanistan. They would was a hero. He was a giant of a man. human rights abuses, about their treat- get to him, but they did not. A week Mr. Speaker, 2 days before they ating women like cattle, about their har- later they still had not called. Then I tacked us, they murdered Massoud. It boring of terrorists like bin Laden, and went and complained to the chairman took the wind right out of my lungs. I about their rejection of even a consid- of the Permanent Select Committee on had been to his stronghold 5 years be- eration of free elections of any kind Intelligence, the gentleman from Flor- fore. I visited him in the mountains of when we were not doing anything ida (Mr. GOSS), whom I respect; and I Afghanistan. Our friendship was close, about it? We did not, as I say, support told him what happened. and I respected him. We worked out an The next day he had a meeting in Massoud; and, in fact, when several of agreement to have King Zahir Shah re- this building with representatives of us tried to help those resisting the turn and that Massoud would support the NSA, the CIA, and the FBI. It was Taliban, it was our government, the that if the King would lead a transition the bin Laden task force. I told them State Department, that got in our way. government and have honest elections Let us be fair about it. If that is the what had happened and that my friend 2 years later. He was willing to support impression the Taliban got, we should could pinpoint bin Laden, and that he that, and then the Taliban killed him. had been ignored for 2 weeks. They admit it. Our government at that time After I had gotten myself together would get to it. was not serious about democracy, after his death, I knew that it must be Guess what, a week later my friend because they are going to attack the human rights and such in Afghanistan. still had not been contacted. By then We were not serious about their form United States. That is why the Taliban the trail was cold. But when I went to killed him, so we could not have any- of government or even their harboring the gentleman from Florida (Mr. of bin Laden because our government one to turn to, to rally behind in our GOSS), it got action and my friend was counterattack. So the next day I called in that administration did nothing. called. He said it was a lackadaisical What all this means is that if we the White House. I asked to speak to call. It looked like it was a pro forma Condoleezza Rice, and I wanted a meet- stray too far from our basic principles call. as a country, it is going to end up hurt- Does that sound like an administra- ing with her and the National Security ing us. If we stray too far from the fun- tion committed to getting bin Laden? Council because there was an attack damental principles that make us No. Let the record show there were nu- that would soon befall the United Americans, a love of liberty and jus- merous opportunities to get bin Laden States of America. They got back to me, and said, Con- tice, a belief in the democratic proce- and not one was exploited. The govern- gressman, we take your opinions on Af- dures to guide men, and permit people ment of Sudan tried to give the U.S. a to guide their own destinies and secure complete file on bin Laden and his ghanistan and elsewhere very seri- their own destinies through election whole gang. Madeleine Albright person- ously, but we are very busy. Can you processes, if we ignore these principles, ally turned that down. come tomorrow? The earliest we can fit it will come back to hurt the United I know of a situation at the Defense you in is 2:00 tomorrow. I woke up on 9– States of America. Intelligence Agency where a young an- 11 expecting to have a meeting with Over the years, I complained over alyst felt there was a lack of informa- Condoleezza Rice and the National Se- and over again; and I will submit for tion about Afghanistan and that lack curity Council at the White House to the record quotes of mine that warned of information was threatening to our warn them that there was an imminent America that we must act against the national security. She wanted to get attack planned on the United States Taliban. I did this for years. the information. She wanted to go up and to take seriously any possible Well, obviously there was another to Massoud’s territory and find out threat that they saw. Unfortunately, at policy. I am just a lone Congressman. I what was going on because we did not 8:45, the planes began crashing into the do not make policy. I try to influence know what was happening in Afghani- buildings in New York. policymakers. But my warnings, re- stan. She was denied, and she had the So here we are. One year ago our peated warnings, were not heeded. gall on her own time, on her own vaca- country was blind-sided, attacked Well, who was responsible for the tion time, to go there to Massoud’s without warning, resulting in the policies that left the Taliban free from stronghold to try to get that informa- slaughter of 3,000 Americans. As I have domestic rivals, the policy that left tion. I think someone like that should just discussed, this represents a failure them free from outside opposition, that get a medal. Instead, she was fired. of policy and a failure of the people be- left them free from the pressure to de- I personally asked the general who hind that policy, primarily those in the mocratize and respect human rights? then headed up the DIA not to fire her. Clinton administration, not because of Who was responsible for these policies? She got the ax anyway. By the way, politics, but because they happen to be How about Madeleine Albright? How there is no indication that the DIA, the there at the time. Who knows if it about President Clinton? They could Defense Intelligence Agency, warned would have been a Republican adminis- not get themselves to endorse any anybody about the attack on 9–11, even tration. It was George Bush who meaningful action against the Taliban though the murder of Commander walked away originally and left the even after we had been attacked in Massoud 2 days prior to the attack in Pakistanis and the Saudis in charge of Saudi Arabia, blowing up our military New York should have set off alarm that region. But it was during the Clin- bases there, our military installations, bells. Of course they had fired the one ton administration that the Taliban our living quarters there, or the blow- person who was conscientious about took over, consolidated their power in ing up of U.S. embassies in Africa. Afghanistan. They had fired that per- Afghanistan, and turned that country Furthermore, there is ample evidence son for being too conscientious, over into a base of operations for anti- that in the last administration they the objection of a Member of Congress American terrorists. The American re- passed up promising opportunities to who pleaded that that was the type of sponse is undermining those who op- take out bin Laden. I, for example, sev- responsible behavior we needed. pose the Taliban.

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The attack which was carried Afghanistan could rally behind now calling for with an independent com- out by a terrorist organization, a ter- that they have killed Massoud, only mission looking into the problem as rorist organization that we had been the king, Zahir Shah, was someone we well cannot in any way hurt. An inde- told over and over again was the num- could rally the people behind to coun- pendent commission could do nothing ber one target of U.S. intelligence, that terattack against the Taliban, and he but contribute to the understanding of organization, the number one target of was hanging out there in the wind. He the idea pool that is needed to reform U.S. intelligence, was able to launch an was totally exposed. and to fix the system. attack of this scope and of this mag- So I talked to someone, a very high This anniversary is with us today. We nitude requiring millions of dollars and official in one of our intelligence agen- must commit ourselves to see that the coordination of hundreds of people cies. I told him, and he said he realized such surprise attacks will never again against the United States. The number the importance of Zahir Shah and he be successfully launched against the one target of U.S. intelligence was able was totally exposed, and he was vulner- United States. We will accomplish this to slaughter 3,000 Americans, to blind- able. And, guess what? Five hours later by making the changes in policy and side us. This represents a catastrophic I happened to talk to that same high the changes in personnel that are need- failure of America’s intelligence sys- level official again. I can tell you when ed to keep our country secure. tem; it is a failure of the DIA, the CIA, I asked him about, well, Zahir Shah, is We must change the way we deal the NSA, the FBI, and the rest of the he under guard now, his response to me with Saudi Arabia. We must evaluate intelligence alphabet soup here in was, ‘‘You don’t expect us to act that how we dealt with Afghanistan and Washington, D.C. fast, do you?’’ admit that it was horrendously wrong. We spend tens of billions of dollars Give me a break. Of course we expect every year, and the number one target The people behind those policies, espe- our people to act that fast. You are cially those people who are still in in- of American intelligence is able to or- within a phone call’s distance of the ganize and pull off an operation of this fluential positions in the State Depart- Marine guards who guard our embassy ment and elsewhere, must understand scale. The magnitude of the screw-up in Rome. Our ambassador, or whoever boggles my mind. that they bear a significant share of was there, could have gone over and the responsibility for the death and de- Now we know there were warnings. picked up the king or sent Marines The BBC is reporting that just 2 struction that fell on America one year over to protect him, or the agency has ago today. months before 9–11, the foreign min- people in Rome, et cetera, et cetera. The arrogant so-called experts, for ister of the Taliban was so upset about Instead, 5 hours later, after 3,000 of example, who shoved aside exiled King the terrorist plot that he had heard of our people, at that time we thought it Zahir Shah for years, they shoved him that he sent an emissary to an Amer- was 20,000 people had been slaughtered, aside for two decades, claiming that he ican consulate in nearby Pakistan to but you do not expect us to act that was too old to play a positive role in warn the United States of a pending at- fast, do you? tack. The people in our intelligence com- bringing about a better Afghanistan and peace in Afghanistan. They were so 1600 munity are, by and large, fine and dedi- b absolutely wrong. People in the State But no one listened to him. Then we cated people. I will tell you that right now. I respect them, but those individ- Department should find out who it was know of FBI field agents who were who pushed this idea that the Zahir pleading that attention be paid to the uals who may have my respect as people of good hearts and are patriots, Shah could not participate, and those terrorist ties of certain students who people should be talked to, and those were being trained to fly airplanes. they are now part of a bureaucratic be- hemoth. people should look in the mirror and These FBI agents were chastised for think very seriously about what they going around channels. They had to go We are relying on what has become organizationally incompetent, a sys- did to contribute to this loss of Amer- through channels, but they were so ican life. concerned that the people in front of tem in which individuals get fired for showing initiative, like that young an- In essence, they kept the Taliban in them were not acting, they tried to get power, because they prevented us from the attention of Washington but were alyst at the DIA, or they get rep- rimanded, like those FBI field agents, getting behind a positive alternative, chastised for not going through chan- whether it was Massoud or the others nels and they were ignored. The list of for begging attention on some pressing threat. fighting the Taliban, or whether it was failures goes on and on. Zahir Shah. In essence, they kept the I will just say that on 9–11, that We need to reform the system and make it better. To do so we need to Taliban in power until 3,000 Americans something like that happened to me in- were slaughtered by an attack that was dicates the type of mindset we are hold those accountable who made er- rors and to change the structure and launched from Taliban-controlled ter- dealing with, even after the attack. On ritory. 9–11, when the planes had already mindset. Most importantly, we need to We were attacked a year ago today, crashed into the buildings, I realized, change the structure and the mindset and over these last 12 months our mili- everyone realized it was an attack of our intelligence organizations. We tary has been able to launch a counter- from Afghanistan, based on the terror- cannot let the cloak of secrecy be used attack that has dislodged the Taliban ists based in Afghanistan, and I called to shield the consequences of failure and sent them, along with their ter- the king of Afghanistan. I wanted to and incompetence. rorist allies, the al Qaeda, running for know if there was anyone there pro- For that reason I voted for an inves- cover and running to hide their heads. tecting him. tigation of 9–11, not just that it be done ‘‘Do you have any police there pro- by our Congressional oversight com- Our military has done a tremendous tecting you?’’ mittees. And I have great respect for job. They did this in a landlocked coun- ‘‘No.’’ those leading those committees and try halfway around the world. This has ‘‘Are there any police outside your members of those committees, but I be- been a magnificent victory for our door?’’ Remember, the king of Afghani- lieve that it should be also the respon- country and for its military. To the de- stan is in Rome, exiled in Rome. ‘‘Are sibility of an independent commission gree that we sort of have questions there any policemen outside your on the level of the Warren Commission about the need to restructure our intel- door?’’ and perhaps the commission we estab- ligence system, we need to praise our ‘‘No, there aren’t.’’ lished after Pearl Harbor to get all the military and make sure that we build ‘‘Are there any people inside your facts about this historical failure of upon the success of our military. They compound with you protecting you?’’ U.S. intelligence. need certain amounts of changes, too,

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The President has wisely do so, we will be the light of the world. trying not to be captured. He could be suggested that now is the time for us We will be the hope of all the young spending his time mapping out attacks to eliminate that threat that hangs people in the Muslim countries who are on the United States. Instead, thanks over us and has hung over us for 10 looking for some people who believe in to the expertise and bravery and cour- years. We did not complete the job in something, rather than people who are age and great job our military has the Gulf War. We left Saddam Hussein talking about stability and keeping the done, we have bin Laden and his likes in power. That was the gift that George status quo. in hiding, looking over their shoulders, Bush, Sr., gave to us. George Bush, Jr., We need to be the ones who offer freezing their assets, not able to launch is going to make up for that. He has moral alternatives, and the morality another attack of the magnitude that committed us to eliminating the dic- we offer is democratic government and we suffered one year ago today. tatorial, fascistic regime of Saddam a respect for human rights, treating We have accomplished all of this, a Hussein. people decently. Our flag should stand tremendous accomplishment in a coun- We should not be weary of this. In for justice and hope. If we do, rather try on the other side of the world, land- fact, we should know that Saddam Hus- than the type of things we were doing locked. We did this with fewer than 50 sein has less support in Iraq than the in the 1990s with Communist China and American combat deaths. We dislodged Taliban had support in Afghanistan. the Taliban and all of these regimes, the Taliban government from power, Our strategy should be to help the peo- where we were not doing anything to we destroyed the regime, we dislodged ple of Iraq liberate themselves from make it clear that we honestly and sin- the terrorists, all with fewer than 50 this monstrous regime headed by Sad- cerely believed these founding prin- American combat deaths. dam Hussein. The people of Iraq will be ciples of our society, if we do that, we Yes, there have been some mistakes, waving American flags and dancing in will be free and we will be safe. and in every combat situation there the street because we will help them b 1615 are. If accidentally a house or area is build a democratic society. We can do There is a dynamic in this world be- bombed, if we bombed some of our so with the same strategy as we did in friends accidentally, which has hap- tween peace and freedom. Freedom to- Afghanistan, work with Special Forces morrow will bring peace. Just as we pened, we just need to admit that it teams and air support. We can support was a mistake and help those people relived under the threat of some sort of those people who want to fight for build. They will understand, because war with the Soviet Union, the Soviet their own freedom. It worked in Af- the Afghan people are praising us as people, the Russian people were never ghanistan, it will work in Iraq. We their liberators. We have fought beside our enemies. It was that system. As should not have fear and trepidation the mujahedin again, the freedom soon as we made it a fight between about getting rid of this threat of Sad- fighters of Afghanistan again, to free communism and democracy and dam Hussein. He is, as George Shultz their land from the Taliban tyranny. stopped just supporting any dictator- suggested, a rattlesnake in our front As I say, there have been mistakes, but ship that was against the Communists, yard, and we should not wait until he compared to what has been accom- the Communist system itself began to bites us to cut its head off. plished, this mission gets an A. crumble in Moscow, and no one was Now we can move forward in Iraq and Let me note that I have two com- more heroic in that fight against the plaints. They are small complaints and eliminate that threat, as we have Soviet dictatorship than the people of the Afghan people will put up with eliminated the Taliban threat, and we Afghanistan. They fought and they them for now, but I think that we need can do so not by sending huge numbers bled and they gave us a more peaceful to pay attention. of American forces, but by helping the and a freer world. Number one, I do not believe Karzai people in Iraq, as we did in Afghani- We did not do what was right by was the right guy to pick. He does not stan, to liberate themselves. That is them. We did not help them rebuild have a wide base of support in Afghani- what the challenge the President is their country at that time; we did not stan. When the loya jirga was held, we giving us is. That is why we as Ameri- stick with them. We left it up to the should have permitted the king to cans should always stand for those peo- Saudis and the Pakistanis. We have a emerge, as would have naturally hap- ple who want to live in a free society chance now to make up for that. But pened. I think there was some wheeling and are willing with their courage and we must persevere in helping them re- and dealing going on that led to blood to fight for their freedom, but build their country; and that will ce- Karzai’s ascension, and the king could need our help logistically, need our air ment peace in that region, because peo- have been there. He was the natural support, perhaps need our advice from ple will believe in us again. We need, choice. our Special Forces teams. again, to make sure that we become But I believe the Afghan people have So, as we remember 9–11, let us never the force for liberty and justice and de- good hearts and understanding. They repeat that, by being proactive in the cent treatment for people all over the know we are there to help them. They future. Where there are dictatorships world, and that is where we will find know there are political consider- and fascist regimes, like the Taliban, America’s security. Let us have the ations. But they are demanding, of and if they threaten the West and the courage to do so. Our President has course, free elections in 2 years, and United States, we do not have to do charted a wise course, and we should that is what we should be doing, mak- with this all regimes that are dictato- have the tenacity and the courage to ing sure that we keep that pledge and rial, but if they threaten us, let us follow this through now that we have that there are free elections. And if work with the people who suffer with a learned after 9–11 that there are con- they want to elect anybody, whether it boot on their face and with an iron grip sequences to pay when we do not. around their necks, let us work with is Karzai or a member of the royal fam- f ily or whoever it is, they should have a those people to help them free them- right to do so. We should work with selves. IN SUPPORT OF H. CON. RES. 464, them and help to rebuild their country, We have on the floor of the House of PATRIOT DAY RESOLUTION and that will be one way to really de- Representatives two pictures, one of The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. feat the Taliban and really defeat al George Washington, a great painting of OTTER). Under a previous order of the Qaeda. The people of Afghanistan have George Washington, and a painting of House, the gentleman from Texas (Mr. looked at us as liberators. Lafayette. Lafayette came here during BENTSEN) is recognized for 5 minutes. The other concern is about drugs. We the American Revolution to help us Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in have not eliminated the drug produc- win our freedom. Let us not forget the support today of H.Con. Resolution 464,

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:11 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.060 H11PT1 H6214 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 commemorating the solemn occasion terrible terrorist attacks upon the aircraft flying in from Afghanistan and of the first anniversary of September United States, is one that is observed aid in transporting allied troops and 11, 2001, and the vicious attack on the throughout America. The eloquence of materiel by air and train. Ukraine also United States and its people that day. our colleagues in this House has stirred provided planes and crews in order to September 11 will long be remem- our hearts, described our attitudes, and provide transportation for coalition bered not just for the death and de- revealed the Nation’s character. Amer- forces and humanitarian missions over struction brought upon America and ica’s tragedy is mourned this day Iran. too many of our people, but also for the throughout the world, too. Ukrainian security forces have been day in which innocence was lost. The It is important for Americans to un- cooperating with Americans offering hijacking of civilian aircraft and the derstand and appreciate the outpouring intelligence regarding the fighting in taking of thousands of innocent by- of support, the gestures of solidarity, Afghanistan and other security con- standers’ lives will forever be among and the prayers of the faithful be- cerns. Ukraine’s international efforts the most heinous of crimes against hu- stowed upon us by the people of the in leading the Georgia, Ukraine, manity. Yet, while the attacks, de- world. As cochairman of the Congres- Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and Georgia signed to shake our Nation to its deep- sional Ukrainian Caucus, I rise today Group, called GUUAM, to secure stra- est roots and break our spirit to be a to speak about one country’s goodwill tegic transport corridors from terrorist leader of the Free World, they only toward the American people in com- activity have helped secure the entire served to strengthen our resolve and memoration of the September 11, 2001, regional community. Ukraine has co- show the world that the American terrorist attack. operated with us in blocking and inves- sense of kindness and community could Throughout my tenure in Congress, I tigating the financial transactions and not be broken even by the most awful have always been an ardent supporter accounts of suspected terrorists. of acts. of democratic development in Ukraine. Just today, Mr. Speaker, Ukraine’s In the midst of a living hell only The full commercial and strategic po- parliament, the Verkhovna (Supreme) Dante could describe, Americans rose tential of a democratic Ukraine is Rada, unanimously passed three reso- to respond, first by the police, fire- staggering and the desire for freedom is lutions in support of America. One ex- fighters, and emergency medical per- deeply routed in the American psyche. tends Ukraine’s profound sympathy to sonnel who poured into burning build- Mr. Speaker, in the House the days the families and friends of victims. The ings which had become infernos, risk- and the weeks following the attacks, other directs the Cabinet of Ministers ing life and limb to save a fellow cit- the Ukrainian people grieved with of Ukraine to establish a memorial at izen and later by military force. As we America and the rest of the world. The the World Trade Center in New York to now know, many made the ultimate sentiments of the Ukrainian people the Ukrainians who perished there. The sacrifice. Yet, rather than create panic were echoed in a letter from Bishop third resolution outlines Ukraine’s and chaos, the attacks by the terrorists Stanislaw Shyrokoradiuk of the commitment to the future of freedom only served to underscore our resolve. Roman Catholic Diocese of Kyiv- and reaffirms Ukraine’s solidarity in Clearly, in the early hours following Zhytomyr. Here is what the bishop the war on terrorism and its commit- the attacks, the actions of otherwise said, what he wrote: ment to strengthening international ordinary Americans proved beyond a ‘‘I would like to present to you and peace and security. reasonable doubt that the terrorists in you, to all American people, our This latter resolution lucidly ad- failed in their ultimate goal. While condolences because of the terrible dresses issues of global concern, includ- they were able to cause pain and suf- tragedy that has stricken the whole ing environmental problems and global fering and shatter a sense of security world. health issues. Currently, Ukraine is felt here at home, they failed in de- ‘‘We have been deeply shaken to preparing to send two IL–76 cargo stroying the spirit which is America. know about the series of acts of ter- planes loaded with small arms, ammu- And, in causing the death and destruc- rorism that happened in the United nitions, and other military equipment tion, they exposed the world to their States of America yesterday. to outfit the Afghan National Army. own twisted ideology of anger and hate ‘‘It has been an awful blow by its cru- This morning, the President of and a lack of respect for freedom and elty and scale that struck not only the Ukraine, Leonid Kuchma, met with our human life. U.S.A., but all humanity. I received ambassador, Carlos Pascual. The Presi- Mr. Speaker, in the intervening this notice during spiritual retreats in dent pledged his country’s continued months, America, with our allies, has our Higher Spiritual Seminary in support for Operation Enduring Free- proven militarily that we can and will Vorzel, where all priests of our Diocese dom and expressed his regret for the respond to defend ourselves and our came. As a sign of our unity and sym- loss of lives in America 1 year ago. freedom throughout the world. But pathy in your grief, we celebrated Holy This afternoon, Ukraine’s Ambas- even as important as it has been to re- Mass for the souls of the departed and sador Kostyantyn Gryshchenko visited spond swiftly and forcefully, it is now prayed for all victims. May the Lord me in my office here in Washington, clear that the actions of those Ameri- strengthen them by His grace that they D.C. and extended his country’s condo- cans who gave their lives on September may outlive this horrible disaster. lences, support, and solidarity. He 11, 2001, and those who responded to ‘‘There are Divine Services and pray- asked me to express to the House help them, and the faith that they in- ers said for the souls of the departed Ukraine’s commitment to America’s spired in the rest of us, resulted in a victims, and for all of those who have war on terrorism. He assured me that victory over the terrorists that very suffered, in all of our churches. the prayers of countless Ukrainians are day. ‘‘These day our hearts and prayers for the repose of the souls of the vic- Now, we must continue to battle for are with you and your people. tims. freedom and democracy throughout the ‘‘Sincerely Yours, Bishop Stanislaw At this moment in Kyiv, Mr. Speak- world, not only for our own defense, Shyrokoradiuk, the Vicar general of er, Ukrainians are paying their re- but also in the memory of those who Kyiv Zhytomyr Diocese.’’ Bishop spects as they observe a large photo first gave their lives for the cause on Shyrokoradiuk in Ukraine sent that collage of Ground Zero. The display September 11, 2001. the day after. honors the emergency workers and he- f As a country, Ukraine immediately roes of 9–11. There is a similar exhibit declared its solidarity with the United at the Ukrainian National Gallery; and GOODWILL OF UKRAINE HELPS States, offering its support morally, on Friday, they will hold a commemo- AMERICA HEAL technically, militarily and with the ca- rative concert at the National Opera. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a pabilities of its infrastructure. Ukraine’s condemnation of inter- previous order of the House, the gen- Ukraine’s stance clearly demonstrated national terrorism, its much-appre- tleman from Colorado (Mr. SCHAFFER) its friendship with the United States ciated support on the war on terrorism, is recognized for 5 minutes. and the forces of freedom. its tough, newly enacted laws to com- Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, this Most helpful has been Ukraine’s bat terrorism and its commitment to hallowed day, the anniversary of the clearance of airspace for nearly 5,000 fight at the side of the United States

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:11 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.062 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6215 and its allies for civil society and de- decisions to voluntary renounce the third Davis (IL) Kanjorski Rangel largest nuclear arsenal and close up the Davis, Jo Ann Kaptur Regula mocracy clearly demonstrates the role Davis, Tom Keller Rehberg Ukraine and her people intend to play. Chornobyl nuclear power station, Ukraine, having been left alone with these very com- Deal Kennedy (MN) Reyes Ukraine’s support for America is deep- DeFazio Kerns Reynolds plicated problems, demonstrated to the ly appreciated. DeGette Kildee Riley world its devotion to the cause of peace and Delahunt Kilpatrick Rivers Mr. Speaker, I thank the people of international security and adherence to its DeLauro Kind (WI) Rodriguez Ukraine for their condolences and ca- international commitments. DeLay Kirk Roemer maraderie and commend Ukraine’s Reflecting on the lessons of the last year DeMint Knollenberg Rogers (KY) leaders for standing shoulder to shoul- September tragedy, we consider it our duty Deutsch Kolbe Rogers (MI) der with the United States. I will sub- to draw once again the attention of the Diaz-Balart Kucinich Rohrabacher international community to the above issues Dicks LaFalce Ros-Lehtinen mit for the RECORD at this time the Dingell LaHood Ross resolution that was adopted this morn- and call on all the nations to consolidate and Doggett Lampson Roybal-Allard multiply their efforts to overcome global ing by Ukraine’s parliament. Dooley Langevin Royce challenges facing the mankind in the 21st Doolittle Lantos Rush THE LESSONS OF THE TRAGEDY ARE NOT TO century. Doyle Larsen (WA) Ryan (WI) BE FORGOTTEN Dreier Larson (CT) Ryun (KS) f STATEMENT BY THE VERKHOVNA RADA OF Duncan Latham Sabo Dunn LaTourette Sanchez UKRAINE ON THE OCCASION OF THE ANNIVER- RECESS Edwards Leach Sanders SARY OF THE EVENTS IN THE UNITED STATES The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Ehlers Lee Sandlin ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 Ehrlich Lewis (CA) Sawyer The year that passed after the tragedy in ant to clause 12 of rule I, the Chair de- Emerson Lewis (GA) Saxton the United States of America did not assuage clares the House in recess until ap- Engel Lewis (KY) Schaffer anger and indignation at malevolent actions proximately 5 p.m. English Linder Schakowsky of terrorists, pain and bitterness over the Accordingly (at 4 o’clock and 26 min- Eshoo Lipinski Schiff Etheridge LoBiondo Schrock loss of thousands of innocent people who died utes p.m.), the House stood in recess Evans Lofgren Scott in the airplanes, skyscrapers of the World until approximately 5 p.m. Everett Lucas (KY) Sensenbrenner Trade Center in New York, and offices of the Farr Lucas (OK) Sessions Pentagon. Paying homage to their memory f Filner Luther Shadegg Flake Lynch Shaw we express once again our sympathy with 1702 families and loved ones of the victims. b Foley Maloney (CT) Sherman Forbes Maloney (NY) Sherwood The last year tragedy has taught the man- AFTER RECESS kind many lessons. First of all it dem- Ford Manzullo Shimkus The recess having expired, the House Frank Markey Shows onstrated that neither financial and eco- Frelinghuysen Mascara Simmons nomic power, nor possession of unprece- was called to order by the Speaker pro Frost Matheson Simpson dented arsenals of modern arms can guar- tempore (Mr. GILCHREST) at 5 o’clock Ganske Matsui Skeen antee security even for the most powerful and 2 minutes p.m. Gekas McCarthy (MO) Skelton state of the world. It has become even more Gephardt McCarthy (NY) Slaughter obvious that only with united and coordi- f Gibbons McCollum Smith (NJ) nated actions can the mankind overcome the Gilchrest McCrery Smith (TX) EXPRESSING THE SENSE OF CON- Gillmor McDermott Smith (WA) international terrorism and religious fun- Goode McGovern Snyder damentalism. GRESS ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF TERRORIST ATTACKS Goodlatte McHugh Solis Realization of that led to creation of the Gordon McInnis Spratt anti-terrorist coalition that included dozens LAUNCHED AGAINST THE Goss McIntyre Stark of countries. An important role within the UNITED STATES ON SEPTEMBER Graham McKeon Stearns coalition belongs to Ukraine, whose foreign 11, 2001 Granger McNulty Stenholm policy major goals are strengthening of the Graves Meek (FL) Strickland international peace and security, maintain- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Green (TX) Meeks (NY) Sullivan pending business is the question of Green (WI) Mica Sununu ing peaceful, equitable, and mutually bene- Greenwood Millender- Sweeney ficial cooperation with members of the inter- agreeing to the concurrent resolution, Gutierrez McDonald Tancredo national community consonant with the gen- H. Con. Res. 464, on which further pro- Gutknecht Miller, Dan Tanner erally accepted principles and norms of the ceedings were postponed earlier today. Hall (TX) Miller, Jeff Tauscher international law. The Clerk read the title of the con- Hansen Mollohan Tauzin Harman Moore Taylor (MS) The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine considers current resolution. it exceptionally important to apply the expe- Hart Moran (KS) Taylor (NC) The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Hastert Moran (VA) Terry rience of the anti-terrorist coalition to question is on the concurrent resolu- Hastings (FL) Morella Thomas strengthening cooperation of members of the Hayes Myrick Thompson (CA) international community in overcoming tion on which the yeas and nays are or- Hayworth Napolitano Thompson (MS) such global challenges as deepening gap be- dered. Hefley Nethercutt Thornberry tween a handful of the richest countries and The vote was taken by electronic de- Herger Ney Thune numerous less developed nations and coun- vice, and there were—yeas 370, nays 0, Hill Northup Thurman tries in transition; catastrophic impoverish- Hilliard Norwood Tiahrt not voting 63, as follows: Hinchey Nussle Tiberi ment of hundreds of millions of people; [Roll No. 384] Hinojosa Oberstar Toomey spread of drug abuse, infectious disease, cor- Hobson Obey Turner ruption and organized crime; depletion of YEAS—370 Holden Olver Udall (CO) water and other natural resources; pollution; Abercrombie Bishop Capito Holt Ortiz Udall (NM) dangerous accumulation of nuclear, chem- Aderholt Blagojevich Capps Honda Osborne Upton ical, and other weapons of mass destruction; Akin Blumenauer Cardin Hooley Ose Visclosky strive for hegemony and dictates in inter- Allen Blunt Carson (IN) Horn Otter Vitter Andrews Boehlert Carson (OK) Hostettler Owens Walden national relations; attempts to use objective Armey Boehner Castle Houghton Oxley Walsh processes of globalization and internation- Baca Bonilla Chabot Hoyer Pallone Wamp alization in the selfish interests of one state Bachus Bonior Chambliss Hulshof Pastor Watkins (OK) or a group of states. Baird Bono Clay Hunter Payne Watson (CA) United, the mankind is capable to ensure Baker Boozman Clayton Hyde Pelosi Watt (NC) protection of the environment and biodiver- Baldacci Borski Clyburn Inslee Peterson (MN) Watts (OK) sity, acceleration of economic and social Baldwin Boucher Coble Isakson Peterson (PA) Waxman Ballenger Boyd Collins Issa Petri Weldon (FL) growth of every member of the international Barcia Brady (TX) Combest Istook Phelps Weldon (PA) community. We consistently support the in- Bartlett Brown (OH) Condit Jackson (IL) Pickering Weller creasing role of the United Nations in resolv- Barton Brown (SC) Cooksey Jackson-Lee Pitts Wexler ing international problems, strict compli- Bass Bryant Costello (TX) Platts Whitfield ance with requirements of the UN Charter on Becerra Burr Cox Jefferson Pombo Wicker conflict resolution and prevention of threats Bentsen Burton Coyne Jenkins Pomeroy Wilson (SC) to peace and security of the nations. Bereuter Buyer Cramer John Portman Wolf Berkley Callahan Crenshaw Johnson (CT) Price (NC) Woolsey The documents of the World Summit on Berman Calvert Cubin Johnson (IL) Pryce (OH) Wu Sustainable Development held recently in Berry Camp Culberson Johnson, E. B. Putnam Wynn Johannesburg attracted attention in the Biggert Cannon Cunningham Johnson, Sam Quinn Young (AK) Ukrainian society. By taking unprecedented Bilirakis Cantor Davis (CA) Jones (OH) Radanovich Young (FL)

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:11 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00043 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.064 H11PT1 H6216 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 NOT VOTING—63 which could limit the amendment proc- ing routine of sorting the mail and an- Ackerman Hastings (WA) Neal ess for floor consideration of H.R. 1701, swering letters. Absentmindedly I Barr Hilleary Pascrell the Consumer Rental Purchase Agree- printed, folded, and stuffed. The rest of Barrett Hoeffel Paul the staff began to trickle in and the of- Boswell Hoekstra Pence ment Act. Brady (PA) Israel Rahall Any Member wishing to offer an fice took on its typical tone. Tele- Brown (FL) Jones (NC) Ramstad amendment should submit 55 copies visions were turned on and a more sub- Capuano Kelly Rothman and a brief explanation to the Com- dued demeanor settled over us. Clement Kennedy (RI) Roukema ‘‘I had assured Carrie when I left Conyers King (NY) Serrano mittee on Rules in room H–312 of the Crane Kingston Shays Capitol by 12 noon on Tuesday, Sep- home this morning that I would be fine Crowley Kleczka Shuster tember 17. Members should draft their and would keep in contact with her Cummings Levin Smith (MI) amendments to the bill as reported by throughout the day. I took on a brave Davis (FL) Lowey Souder face to settle her nerves, or so I Fattah McKinney Stump the Committee on Financial Services Ferguson Meehan Stupak and the Committee on the Judiciary. thought. I realize now while I sit here Fletcher Menendez Tierney Members should use the Office of in our Nation’s Capitol that the im- Fossella Miller, Gary Towns Legislative Counsel to ensure that pression of my courage that I sum- Gallegly Miller, George Velazquez moned at home was not only to calm Gilman Mink Waters their amendments are properly drafted Gonzalez Murtha Weiner and should check with the Office of the Carrie, but to quiet my own apprehen- Grucci Nadler Wilson (NM) Parliamentarian to be certain their sions. I sit here in my office at the footsteps of the Capitol building, the b 1728 amendments comply with the rules of the House. intended target of last year’s Flight 93, So the concurrent resolution was with numerous memorials and services agreed to. f going on throughout the city. I sit here The result of the vote was announced SPECIAL ORDERS at my desk, wavering from the painful as above recorded. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. emotions dating back to this very A motion to reconsider was laid on morning 1 year ago to the pride and the GILCHREST). Under the Speaker’s an- the table. nounced policy of January 3, 2001, and response and resolve that united our Stated for: under a previous order of the House, Nation and back again, yet all masked Ms. WATERS. Mr. Speaker, I was un- the following Members will be recog- by an outer appearance of courageous avoidably detained and was not present nized for 5 minutes each. numbness. Pausing a bit to find these for rollcall vote 384 on House Concur- words, I realized that I sit here scared. rent Resolution 464. Had I been present, f ‘‘This is not a bad thing. In my young I would have voted ‘‘yes.’’ TAKE COURAGE opinion, I think fear can be a positive Mr. GRUCCI. Mr. Speaker, due to numer- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a force if understood properly and not al- ous September 11th memorial services taking previous order of the House, the gen- lowed to overcome all other emotions. I am scared. Scared but not crippled by place in my district in New York today, hon- tleman from Florida (Mr. FOLEY) is oring my 60 constituents who lost their lives in recognized for 5 minutes. the fear. I try not to dwell on the what- last year’s tragedy, I will be unable to make it Mr. FOLEY. Mr. Speaker, today is a ifs, not to think about how I would back to the Capitol in time to vote on H. Con. very, very important day in America’s handle a devastating situation like last year. I try, but the thoughts invariably Res. 464. If present, I would vote ‘‘yea.’’ history. It is the 1-year anniversary of sneak in. I like to think that fear has Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall the attack on America. I was handed not defeated me. Today, like yesterday, No. 384, I was absent due to attending memo- something by one of my young staffers I commuted into work, passing through rial events relating to 9–11. Had I been who has joined my office. He was for- the very site that was struck last year. present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ merly a page or intern in our office, Today, like yesterday, I sit at my desk Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. and he has come back to work full- in my office at the footsteps of the 384, I was absent due to attending and speak- time, Parker Altman from Belle Glade, Capitol building, the very symbol of ing at 9–11 events. Had I been present, I Florida, a community in my district. democracy that our enemies hate. would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ When he handed me this, I felt com- Today, like yesterday, I remember the f pelled to bring it to the floor to read it images flashing across the screen, and in its entirety because it sums up, I REPORT ON RESOLUTION PRO- I feel a twisting in my gut from the think, a courageous view point of a VIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF raw emotions of these events. Today, young person; and it speaks to what is H.R. 5193, BACK TO SCHOOL TAX like yesterday, I am scared. Scared but in the hearts and minds of many young RELIEF ACT OF 2002 not crippled because I know that re- people who work in the Capitol, who gardless of what happens today or to- Mr. REYNOLDS, from the Com- are young, energetic, intelligent people morrow or the days beyond, my family mittee on Rules, submitted a privi- who have come from around the coun- and friends know that I love them. I leged report (Rept. No. 107–654) on the try to be part of this great govern- know that despite the evils in the resolution (H. Res. 521) providing for ment. world that work to frighten us, there is consideration of the bill (H.R. 5193) to It begins, ‘‘I woke up this morning a God that overpowers all. I know that amend the Internal Revenue Code of just like any other day. Got ready for because of this divine good, I should no 1986 to allow a deduction to certain work and headed out. I had to leave a longer be afraid of the evil. Senate taxpayers for elementary and sec- little early to beat the expected traffic Chaplain Lloyd John Ogilvie said it ondary education expenses, which was around the Pentagon which is a trans- best in New York City last autumn. referred to the House Calendar and or- fer point on my daily commute. Re- When faced with our inevitable fears, dered to be printed. gardless of my early departure, my Dr. Ogilvie reminded us that because of f wife insisted on getting up as well to His presence we should, ‘take courage, make my lunch as she normally does. I ANNOUNCEMENT BY COMMITTEE it’s yours, you know.’ told her not to worry about it, that I ‘‘This is my prayer for you as this ON RULES REGARDING AMEND- would get lunch at work, but she shook day progresses and as we face the un- MENTS TO H.R. 1701, CONSUMER off her tiredness and strode into the certainties of tomorrow. It is, ‘Take RENTAL PURCHASE AGREEMENT kitchen. After putting my lunch in my courage, it’s yours, you know.’ ACT briefcase, we hugged our usual good- That was by Parker Altman, my staff (Mr. REYNOLDS asked and was bye, something was different. The hug member. I mentioned he is from Belle given permission to address the House turned into an embrace and I began to Glade. It sums up the thoughts and for 1 minute and to revise and extend feel her shaking in my arms. ‘Be care- emotions of many of the fine young his remarks.) ful,’ she whispered, as her eyes welled people here today. They did come to Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, the up with tears. work, despite the fears and alerts, Committee on Rules may meet the ‘‘I arrived at the office about an hour Democrats, Republicans and Independ- week of September 16 to grant a rule early. I quickly settled into my morn- ents from around this great country of

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As a part of our history, sources staff that heard of this bill who ists that we will not succumb to fear. we will always remember September 11 lost her husband at the Pentagon on When we have a 21-year-old coming of last year. September 11. up to us, realizing that probably their I come to the floor today to call upon Each of these individuals shared own parents suggested they should stay the House to pass legislation entitled heartfelt testimony as to why it is im- home, call in sick, these kids chose no, the National Memorial to the Victims portant for Americans to mark this and to face the burden of the day and of Terrorism Act. This legislation event with a national memorial, and face the challenges; and, yes, face the would memorialize all victims of ter- why it is also important to reflect in fear, knowing that this city could be a rorism, both those who have lost their this memorial the memory of all who target at any time. But democracy, for lives on September 11, as well as those have lost their lives to terrorism. who have been victims of terrorism in it to flourish, fear must be subdued, b 1745 and we must fight with our energy and previous times, as well as those who vigor to make America the land of the have died in the cause since. The war on terrorism is indeed the free and the home of the brave. Since September 11 of last year, we first war of the 21st century. It will not Mr. Speaker, I salute Parker Altman have engaged in a battle in Afghani- be one marked by any one geographic today. I am thankful that he took time stan where 51 Americans have lost location. It is a global war. It is a glob- to put his words to paper. I am thrilled their lives. We know from experience al war that will be fought both at home that I am able to read it on this floor that the war against terrorism will not and abroad. Though they have lost and state a memorial for the RECORD. I be won quickly and that perhaps we their lives in places far and near over a urge all Americans today as we bow may face this challenge for many years span of time that includes the past, the our heads in prayer to thank God for ahead. present and perhaps the future, the vic- the divine inspiration and the great op- In many ways on September 11, the tims of terrorism, both civilian and portunity we had today to celebrate American people recognized for the military, deserve solemn tribute, for another day of American heritage; sad first time that we were in fact engaged they died at the hands of the enemies as it was, powerful that we were able to in a war against terrorism, even of America simply because they were overcome our fears and focus on the though we have had ample opportunity Americans. work of the people. to define those events that occurred in I call upon the leadership of this Con- previous years, taking the lives of gress to promptly set this bill for hear- f American citizens and American sol- ing in order that we may act promptly The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a diers, as a war. We understand that and pass the National Memorial to the previous order of the House, the gentle- this legislation that we have intro- Victims of Terrorism Act. woman from the District of Columbia duced will memorialize those who lost f (Ms. NORTON) is recognized for 5 min- their lives to terrorism. The legislation THE MEANING OF SEPTEMBER 11 utes. which we have introduced is entitled (Ms. NORTON addressed the House. the National Memorial to the Victims The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Her remarks will appear hereafter in of Terrorism. It was introduced by me GILCHREST). Under the Speaker’s an- the Extensions of Remarks.) and by the gentleman from Utah (Mr. nounced policy of January 3, 2001, the f HANSEN). It is a bipartisan piece of leg- gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a islation that enjoys the support of PALLONE) is recognized for 60 minutes previous order of the House, the gen- Members on both sides of the aisle. as the designee of the minority leader. tleman from Oregon (Mr. DEFAZIO) is The legislation would create a 13- Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I do not recognized for 5 minutes. member Victims of Terrorism Memo- intend to use the full hour this (Mr. DEFAZIO addressed the House. rial Advisory Board appointed by the evening, unless some of my colleagues His remarks will appear hereafter in President in consultation with the Sec- come in and would like to share some the Extensions of Remarks.) retary of the Interior and the Sec- of the time. retary of Defense. Members of the advi- I did want to take to the floor this f sory board would include appointees evening on the evening of September 11 The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a from organizations dedicated to assist- to basically talk about the meaning of previous order of the House, the gen- ing the victims of terrorism and their September 11 to me and particularly to tleman from Texas (Mr. EDWARDS) is families. The board would begin the my constituents in New Jersey. I want- recognized for 5 minutes. process of establishing a memorial not ed to particularly make reference to (Mr. EDWARDS addressed the House. later than 1 year after the date of en- two events that I participated in in the His remarks will appear hereafter in actment of this legislation. The advi- last 24 hours. the Extensions of Remarks.) sory board would have the responsi- Last evening, after the House ad- f bility of raising the necessary funds journed during the day for votes, I from private sources to pay for this na- went up to Middletown, New Jersey, AMERICANS STAND TALL AGAINST tional memorial. which is a town in my district, in Mon- TERRORISM Those who came and testified on be- mouth County, that suffered more The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a half of this legislation in the com- deaths in the World Trade Center previous order of the House, the gen- mittee last May spoke very eloquently building during the attack on Sep- tleman from Texas (Mr. TURNER) is rec- about the importance of this national tember 11 than any other town in New ognized for 5 minutes. memorial. We had testimony from Lisa Jersey or maybe in the whole metro- Mr. TURNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise Beamer, the widow of Todd Beamer, politan area. There was a memorial today on this September 11, the 1-year who joined those brave passengers on service, a dedication of a garden in anniversary of the greatest tragedy on Flight 93 and fought off the terrorists memory of the 36 residents of Middle- American soil in our history with a and saved this Capitol and many people town who died on September 11. It was heavy heart, as I know is shared by all who were in this building. a very moving ceremony. We had rel- Americans, because it was on this day We had testimony from Colonel Ted atives of the victims who made speech- 1 year ago when almost 3,000 Ameri- Anderson, who saved many victims es. I would like to talk about it a little cans lost their lives at the hands of evil when the Pentagon was struck by the more. terrorists who sought to destroy our aircraft on that fateful day. The other event I went to this morn- Nation, who seek to destroy our way of We had testimony from Joe Finley, a ing was at my own high school in Long life. New York firefighter who worked hard Branch, New Jersey, where the entire

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I would like to sort of rifice so that that plane would not the huge void, if you will, that lingers. comment on both of those ceremonies come here and hit the United States I am sure it lingers a year later or lin- in light of what happened last year. Capitol. gers 10 years later. It is never really Mr. Speaker, last September 11 I ac- But I also thought this morning that filled. tually was in the Capitol. Many of us they were not only giving their lives Mr. Speaker, I will introduce into the know that on Mondays and Tuesdays for other Americans, possibly myself record an article that was in the New we schedule at 9 a.m. what we call and my colleagues, but they were also York Times, I think it was on Sep- morning hour, which is very similar to sacrificing their lives, they were essen- tember 7, just a couple of days ago, the special orders that we have at the tially martyrs for the cause of America that talks about Middletown, New Jer- end of the day. It is an opportunity be- in a more symbolic way. When I say sey, and the grief and the difficulty tween 9 and 10 a.m. for Members of the cause of America, what do I mean? that the relatives and the survivors of Congress to come down and give 5- I mean democracy. I mean the freedom the victims of September 11 have been minute speeches on whatever topic of speech, the freedom to assemble, the going through. they desire. It is not part of the votes freedom of religion that we find so sa- I put it in the record, Mr. Speaker, of the House. It is an opportunity to cred. not because I want to dwell on the My wife mentioned to me this morn- talk about issues or really any kind of grief. The title of the article in the ing that the Americans who were on event that you want to talk about that New York Times is ‘‘Emerging From that plane that ended up crashing in day. Cocoon of Grief,’’ but because I think it Pennsylvania, because they were in Before morning hour on the Demo- is important for us to understand that contact with others on the ground, cratic side we have a meeting, what we as much as we talk about these victims they were using cell phones and were call a message meeting in the morning and their families, or these heroes, I able to contact other people while they that I chair, along with the gentle- should say, and their families, in the were on the plane, and they found out woman from Connecticut (Ms. sense that they gave so much and they that the World Trade Center had been DELAURO), and that usually starts at are so important and they are so sig- attacked, that the Pentagon had been 8:30 in the morning. So on that morn- nificant for us to comment on, that attacked, and they decided, because of ing of September 11 last year we start- they still were people whose families those attacks, that they would take a ed at 8:30, maybe it was a little later, vote and they would vote amongst now are having problems because of a with a message meeting, and then we themselves on the plane as to whether void that has been left behind. I think came up to the floor, some of us, in- or not they would try to overcome the this article kinds of sums it all up. It cluding myself, to do the 5 minutes for terrorists in order to veer the plane sums up their courage and what they morning hour. away from, in this case, the Capitol or had to face, but also sums up what they I do not know exactly what time it whatever else they thought landmark face in the future. was, probably maybe about 9:15 or 9:20, Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentle- it might be used by the terrorists to at- when I finished my 5-minute speech for tack. woman from California (Ms. WATERS). morning hour that I walked out of this I thought it was terribly significant Ms. WATERS. Mr. Speaker, I would Chamber and walked over to the lead- that they voted, because here we are like to thank my colleague for yielding er’s office, the office of the gentleman this morning in Long Branch, yester- to me and giving me an opportunity to from Missouri (Mr. GEPHARDT), and dis- day in Middletown, today on the floor voice my support for House Concurrent covered that the World Trade Center in Washington, talking about the Resolution 464. I was not here when the had been attacked. It was on the TV. meaning of democracy and how the vote was taken. I was on a plane com- The only reason I bring this up is be- people who lost their lives were really ing from Los Angeles. I had to stay in cause over the weekend there was a re- martyrs for the American way for de- the district to take care of some very port in the news media about how cer- mocracy. Lo and behold, they were important problems there. I tried very tain informers for al Qaeda and the taking a vote to decide whether to hard to get from the airport here to the Taliban had indicated that the plane overcome the terrorists, which is prob- House floor so that I may take that that went down in Pennsylvania on ably, I guess, the most basic manifesta- vote, because I think it is so important September 11 last year was actually tion of what democracy is about, tak- for all of us to show that we really do headed for the Capitol, for the United ing a vote. care and we really do honor the mem- States Capitol. I am sure that the terrorists that hi- ory of those who lost their lives and for This morning when I was at the cere- jacked the plane were not taking any those families who are making sac- mony at Long Branch High School, the votes because, unlike the Americans rifices, even today, because of the dev- superintendent of schools, who was the who were willing to give their lives on astation that they are experiencing in MC for the ceremony, Mr. Joseph that plane, they did not believe in a their families and in their homes and Ferraina, mentioned in his opening re- democratic process. They did not be- in their lives. So I would like it to be marks that the people who died on Sep- lieve in the American way, the values known that had I been present for the tember 11 basically gave their lives so that we believe in. They basically had vote on House Concurrent Resolution that others might live. a very different ideology, and their ide- 464, Roll Call No. 384, I certainly would I thought about that statement this ology, whatever it was, said that it was have voted yes. morning, and, of course, it has a tre- okay for them to hijack the plane, to Again, I want to thank the gen- mendous symbolic meaning, but it also kill innocent civilians for what would tleman from New Jersey (Mr. PALLONE) had a literal meaning in a sense for me, appear to be some sort of fundamen- for taking out extra time on the floor. because it is very likely that if those talist religious cause. Having done what we all should have brave Americans who had decided to I think that we cannot forget the done, and that is voted, the gentleman try to fight the terrorists and bring fact that so many Americans who lost has remained here, because he had down that plane into a field in Penn- their lives on September 11, including something additional that he wanted sylvania had not made the decision to the 36 in Middletown, the town that I to say to the families and to the try to struggle and overcome the ter- went to last night in my district, even friends and neighborhoods and the rorists, that that plane would have though they were giving their lives for communities. headed for the Capitol and I would have the American way, for American val- Just as I walked in, the gentleman been right here on the House floor and ues, that the effect on their families, was talking about what happened on probably died as a result or could have the effect on their relatives, is dev- that airplane in Pennsylvania when a died as a result of that attack. So astating. decision was made by a vote ‘‘to roll,’’

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I thank the gentleman should all know and feel that we are the families of people who died but also from New Jersey (Mr. PALLONE), my very blessed because there were very to send firefighters and police to help friend, for yielding to me, and I am brave people who decided to take a the efforts on September 11 and in the very grateful that we are able to speak courageous action in the interest of aftermath. And I guess I just wanted to on the floor about September 11 today saving lives. So I thank the gentleman say this evening, if I could, how proud because I have just gotten back from for the extra time that he is putting I was last night to be able to say that New York and spent my morning at into this. I represent a community like Middle- Ground Zero at the World Trade Center Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I want town and to also have the opportunity site where we had extremely moving to thank my colleague for those words. to participate in the groundbreaking events. I was just out in front of the Mr. Speaker, I see other colleagues for another wonderful community ef- Capitol where I sang ‘‘God Bless Amer- joining me, and I am very pleased to fort there, the Middletown Memorial ica’’ with so many of our colleagues, see that, and I just wanted to talk a Garden. and for me being in two places the little bit more about the Long Branch Let me just explain a little bit about same day, Ground Zero, the World ceremony this morning and Middle- what went on last night. Each of the Trade Center, and at the Capitol where town last night, if I could. elected representatives spoke briefly, we now know that the doomed flight I was really happy this morning in and then they had relatives of the vic- from Pennsylvania was heading to- Long Branch because there were so tims who spoke and then they pro- wards the Capitol. It has been a very many young people there, about 4,000 ceeded over to this new memorial gar- emotional roller coaster for me to be in people, as I said, maybe from kinder- den where each of the relatives was both cities one day. Flying the shuttle, garten all the way to 12th grade from given a shovel to shovel some of the it was practically empty. A lot of peo- my home community. I think they dirt before the garden started to be put ple were obviously not flying today. were listening very attentively to the together. And of the speakers, every But I am just so proud the way this various speeches being made and they one of them was overwhelming in Congress and the American people are understood that the people who lost terms of what they said and the signifi- handling the anniversary of the trag- their lives on September 11 really were cance of what they said, but in par- edy that happened 1 year ago today. heroes to the American way. ticular I can remember a little girl, I I saw, as I have seen in my city since The most important thing I think we do not know, I think she probably was September 11, just an outpouring of need to do as we continue to com- about 9 or 10 years old, maybe a little goodwill, of people just hugging each memorate September 11, and in Long younger or a little older, and of course other and banding together and taking Branch actually said they plan on she reminded me of my own daughter. pride in being New Yorkers and taking doing the ceremony every September 11 I have one daughter who is 9 years old. pride in being Americans and just because they wanted to teach, if you And she spoke about her father. She wanting to help each other, care about will, the students and the young people basically read a letter, I guess in a each other, be concerned with each about the significance of September 11, sense she was writing a letter to dad, other. We saw that again when I drove that it is important that from now on, and it was such a moving experience. down this morning. The first thing we not only today, but in the future, that And after that all the relatives, I think saw when we got near Ground Zero we continue to commemorate the day about 170 or so relatives that proceeded were people with American flags and and we continue to commemorate over to this garden to do the shoveling having victory signs and thumbs-up those people who lost their lives and of the groundbreaking, and there were signs and just hugging each other. the heroes that tried to help the vic- little kids 2 years old, 3 years old all When we actually got to the event, tims, the firefighters, the police, be- the way up to teenagers. It was such an there was a platform and we started cause if we forget it, then we are not overwhelming experience. with different famous speeches that paying proper respect to them, and we I want to say in conclusion before I were made, and then at the exact times must continue to point out that this yield to my colleagues, the loss is al- that the planes hit the World Trade democracy that we live in and the free- ways going to be there. There is no way Center, both towers, there were mo- doms that we so cherish are not easily to get away from the loss for all these ments of silence, and then at the exact come by, that people continue to sac- relatives of what they lost on Sep- times that the buildings crumbled a rifice for them. tember 11, but I think if we do not for- year ago, there were bells tolling and Obviously we must continue to do get the people who gave their lives, if moments of silence, and all the names what we can here in Congress with the we continue to commemorate their ac- of all the victims of the September 11 President and Congress jointly to make tivities, if we do things like the Mid- tragedy at the World Trade Center sure that the terrorists do not have the dletown Memorial Garden or the cere- were read from A to Z, and it was very, opportunity to do this type of terrible monies like were held at Long Branch very moving. I was given a list of act again. High School this morning, then we are names to read to be part of the proce- If I could just mention a little more doing what is necessary to make sure dure, to read the names, and I realized about Middletown last night, because that we never forget what happened that someone had come in who was a it was so significant. As I said, in Mid- and the significance of what happened. family member of someone who had dletown there were 36 men and women We need to be reminded ultimately died at the World Trade Center and he who lost their lives in the World Trade that this battle against those who had no names to read, and I gave him Center on September 11. would defy America and defy America’s my list to read because it was just values is never ending and that we enough for me to be there to just get b 1800 have to be constantly vigilant in order the feeling. And I will tell my col- I mentioned the article that was in to protect our democracy and our free- leagues, it was a very windy day in the New York Times, and there was a doms. And that is why I think today New York City today, and it was al- lot of news stories and national atten- was so significant to me, not only to most as if one could just feel the spirit tion that was focused on Middletown the two ceremonies that I attended lifting everybody that was there. I do over the last year because so many over the last 24 hours, but because I not think I have ever had anything people died proportionately for the size feel in general that people after a year that has been as emotional or as emo- of the town. But in the middle of all really understand the significance of tionally uplifting. It was sad, very, the descriptions in the news media what happened on September 11 and very sad, but at the same time it made about the suffering, about the people are determined to keep in mind the les- us feel like we were all part of some- who died and their families, there was sons of that day. thing and that we were all together as

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Over 300 Members of Con- to appreciate our freedom. boroughs. New York City, of course, gress traveled to New York on Friday Today’s resolution honored all of has five boroughs. The Bronx, where I to the place where George Washington those affected by September 11 from am from; Brooklyn; Manhattan; took the oath of office as our first whom we have learned what it means Queens; and Staten Island. And people President of the United States. What to be a member of the American fam- started from the farthest reaches of the more suitable place could there be than ily. From our first responders, our fire- city, from the farthest points of the for us to express our grief to all those fighters, and police officers, we have five boroughs from Ground Zero and all who personally suffered on September learned to be an American is to be self- converged at Ground Zero. And so as 11 and, indeed, to our entire country less, to put honor above personal safety the names were being read out, family which shares in that grief? and the lives of strangers above your members were marching down and we But New York took a hit and all own. From cell phone calls made from could see the family members. Yo Yo those from surrounding areas, as the crumbling buildings, we learned that to Ma was playing as he does so well, and gentleman said, many from New Jer- be an American is to love family with it was just a very moving experience. sey, certainly those in the plain in a power and a force that transcends I said the week of September 11 last Pennsylvania and those at the Pen- even death. From a group of passengers year after touring the site with the tagon, in every venue the spirit of the in a hijacked plane over Pennsylvania, President 3 days after that I was never families who suffered the loss and the we learned that to be an American is to more proud to be an American and spirit of the communities that were in- be brave in the face of hopelessness and never more proud to be a New Yorker, volved has lifted up our country. to do good for others while evil is being and I feel that way again today. And I This has been quite a day for our done to oneself. And from workers at do hope that every September 11 we country, all over America, and I know the Pentagon who went to work that can all come together. I hope we can do in my district in San Francisco all day. day and every day, we learned that to it 365 days of the year, but I think that We started at 5 o’clock this morning September 11 is a day that we really al- be an American is to love freedom and because it is three hours earlier, to be to show that love every day by serving ways need to reflect and always need to ready to commemorate at the exact understand how proud we are to be our great country. moment the sad tragedy that our coun- This morning we also went to the Americans, how proud we are to be try experienced last year. But for some New Yorkers. The terrorists think that Pentagon, shared some sympathies of us, we were in the National Cathe- with the families of those who lost they can destroy our way of life, but dral at that precise time when the they cannot. Quite the opposite. Be- their loved ones. One young man great bell of the cathedral rang to ob- showed me the flag that was given to cause what I see is a resolve amongst serve again that sad time and for all of Americans, amongst people in this him in memory and honor of his father us to join in mourning. It is a day of who perished that day. We also honored country like I have never seen before. mourning and memories, and it is a It is almost as if a sleeping giant has the hardhats who rebuilt the Pentagon day to pay tribute and give thanks cer- awakened, and we are going to ensure so that here today on that 1-year anni- tainly to the New York delegation for that the evil of terrorism is eradicated versary we could visit a Pentagon that the wonderful venue they provided for all over the world wherever it rears its was restored, a sign of confidence and us to mourn, commiserate, and they ugly head, and this country will always pride in our country. provided us a great memory for which be in the forefront of fighting evil. And With these lessons in mind, we can we are all grateful. we understand what it means to be an rest assured that the assault in our With the resolution that we approved heart, the heart of our Nation, will American, and we understand why it is today in the Congress, we expressed so important that we all band together only make it beat more strongly. That our utmost appreciation to those brave and help each other because that really strength will allow us to triumph over and courageous young men and women gives us the meaning of what life is all terror militarily, and that strength in uniform who are fighting the battle about. will allow us to triumph over terror in And those people, those poor people, to route out terrorism wherever it ex- spirit. We will cherish our freedoms and I will conclude, who perished on ists. Today we remember the victims of now more than ever and recognize, as September 11 did not perish in vain be- September 11. We also remember and was said at the National Cathedral this cause they will always be in our minds, pay tribute to Johnny Micheal Spann, morning, that there is a high cost to they will always be in our hearts, and the CIA officer who in November be- freedom. came the first American killed in com- the heroism that we saw from the first b 1815 responders to everybody else, the un- bat. We honored him earlier in this told acts of heroism that we will never Congress with his family in the gallery. We will draw our loved ones closer know about, those people are an inspi- His name and the names of thousands and reach out further toward peace ration to all of us. of other Americans, too many Ameri- with our adversaries. Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I thank cans, are now etched as permanently in With that, I would like to once again the gentleman from New York (Mr. our history as they are in the minds of express gratitude to all who have ENGEL) for what he said, and I know their families. As the poet laureate of helped us all grieve. I hope it is a com- that there were a lot of New Jersey the United States said in New York, fort to those who lost their loved ones people at Ground Zero. I think the gov- too many names for even the walls of that so many people throughout the ernor of New Jersey also spoke or read our hearts to contain. world, and indeed, intensely in our own the Declaration of Independence, if I For some of the families of the vic- country, share their grief and are pray- am not mistaken. tims, the sound of a plane flying over- ing for them at this sad time. Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentle- head fills them with fear. Indeed, the I would also like to thank the gen- woman from California (Ms. PELOSI), warning of any possible terrorist act tleman from Illinois (Speaker our Democratic whip. intensifies their grief, and for them and HASTERT) and our leader, the gen- Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I thank for all Americans we must do every- tleman from Missouri (Mr. GEPHARDT), the gentleman for yielding and for hav- thing in our power to reduce risk to for making it possible for us to travel ing this very important special order the American people. Yet as we con- to New York, because it was a place we this evening on this day that is etched tinue to grieve, we take pride in know- had to visit. We went to the heart, to in the hearts and minds of all Ameri- ing that the unspeakable events of Sep- where our country began, to renew our- cans. tember 11 have brought Americans selves and to be ready for this very,

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The only thing I wanted homes and waterfront estates has become a is too distraught to come to school or too to add, Mr. Speaker, was that the gen- national symbol of devastating loss and com- upset to complete an assignment. ‘‘They tleman pointed out that so many peo- munal caretaking. Over the past year, Van- were understanding on the six-month anni- ple from New York City and the sub- ity Fair, ‘‘Dateline NBC’’ and a score of versary, and they’ll understand if I don’t newspapers discovered that tragedy had urbs of New York lost their lives. Both come to school on Sept. 11,’’ she said, ‘‘but transformed this anonymous, disjointed sub- they’ll start to think I’m being ridiculous Senators from New Jersey were there urb into a model of selfless do-goodism. when the year-and-a-half anniversary ar- today at Ground Zero, and the Gov- Local volunteers distributed more than rives. I guess I’m afraid people are just going ernor was; both Senators from New $700,000 in cash and services to the stricken to forget and that the world will just go back York, and the New York Governor was. families, and many neighbors, once strang- to normal.’’ In my district in Rockland County ers, delivered home-cooked meals to make But the pull toward moving on is the domi- and Westchester County, the suburbs of sure no grieving survivor would have to cook nant impulse, even for the bereaved. During during those first terrible months. Lawn New York City, so many people lost the past year, Patricia Wotton was so dis- services, mechanics and plumbers donated tracted by grief she became emotionally de- their lives: firemen, policemen, and av- their time, ensuring that no one would have tached from her two children, Dorothea, erage citizens who went to work. So to worry about the mundane aspects of sub- nearly 3, and Rod, who is named for his fa- this is truly a regional feeling, and ab- urban living. In a way, this community has ther, who died a week before he was born. ‘‘It solutely a national feeling; but of discovered itself in its grief. But as it crosses was too painful interacting with them,’’ she course, in the New York City metro- the first anniversary, Middletown, like Mrs. said, ‘‘It reminded me of what I lost. Besides, politan area, a regional feeling, as well. Minervino, is struggling with opposing im- I was so focused on breathing.’’ I thank the gentleman for mentioning pulses: the urge to move past the trauma of Over time, Dorothea began to act out ag- last September and the need to remember. gressively, much of it directed at her fragile that. And while both impulses have enormous brother, who was born prematurely and Mr. PALLONE. I thank the gen- force, both the individuals and the town spent his first month in intensive care. Last tleman for adding that. He is right, seem intent, finally, on moving on. ‘‘Some month, Dorothea’s therapist warned that Ms. that we can even go beyond that. My days, I just want a normal life like other Wotton’s inattention was compounding her understanding, I hope I am not wrong, women,’’ said Kristen Breitweiser, who lost daughter’s trauma. It was those blunt words, was that the plane that went down in her husband, Ronald. ‘‘I want to go food Ms. Wotton said, that helped her cross an in- Pennsylvania was actually headed for shopping. I want to bake an apple pie. I don’t visible line. want to be a 9/11 widow for the rest of my California, so there were probably some In a burst of activity, she opened her back- life.’’ Of course, Sept. 11 this year will be yard swimming pool, planted some tomato of the constituents from the district of more about looking back than looking for- plants in the garden that was once her hus- the gentlewoman from California (Ms. ward. By 8:46 on Wednesday morning, when band’s domain and started to talk baby talk PELOSI). the bells begin to toll at St. Mary’s Roman to her son. She even visited ground zero, We know there were even foreign na- Catholic Church, the camera crews from which helped her realize that her husband tionals that perished in the World MSNBC, CBS and Australian television will was really, truly gone. ‘‘I saw where the Trade Center, so the tragedy was truly already be broadcasting live, showcasing this south tower was and finally understood he not only American in that there were township’s resilience in the face of excru- couldn’t have survived such hatred,’’ she ciating loss. Shopping malls will fly their said. so many people from all parts of the flags at half-staff, police officers will shroud In an outgrowth of her newfound strength, country, but even people from other their badges in black and residents will gath- she has begun a campaign aimed at winning parts of the world. This was something er for commemorative events at a fishing extended health coverage from her husband’s that happened not only to New York pier, a half-dozen churches and the Middle- former employer, Fiduciary Trust, which and New Jersey, but to the country and town train station, where township officials plans to cut off all medical benefits in De- even to the world. will break ground on a four-acre park hon- cember. Last month she appeared with Diane Mr. Speaker, I include for the oring the local residents who died. Sawyer on ABC’s ‘‘Primetime Thursday,’’ ‘‘Not an hour goes by when you don’t think and now other networks are clamoring for an RECORD the article from the New York about it,’’ said the police chief, John appearance. ‘‘I have this big open wound, but Times of September 9, 2002. Pollinger, choking on emotion as he pulled it’s starting to form a tiny scab,’’ she said. The article referred to is as follows: his car into a drive-through teller. ‘‘I think ‘‘I still feel the pain, but I’m doing what my [From the New York Times, Sept. 9, 2002] all of us here have been changed, changed husband would have expected of me.’’ EMERGING FROM COCOON OF GRIEF forever.’’ For Elaine Chevalier, Brittany’s mother, But neither patriotism nor civic the journey back to everyday life has been (By Andrew Jacobs) boosterism can stop the intrusions of daily powered by the earthly distractions of work MIDDLETOWN, N.J., Sept. 6.—Even now, a life. Mounting job losses have taken a toll on and the spiritual nourishment that comes year after her husband, Louis, disappeared at many families. The battle over a proposed from intense faith. Those first catatonic the World Trade Center, Barbara Minervino megamall, dormant in the first few months months have given way to busy days man- struggles with the competing pulls of re- after the terror attacks, has reignited with aging commercial real estate in and around joining the living or remaining curled up in more fury than before. And although a ten- Middletown. But Ms. Chevalier says her true the shelter of her cream yellow ranch home tative contract agreement reached Thursday salvation has been her church and its sup- with its comforting memories and dis- means schools opened without labor strife, port group. The crystallizing moment came tracting mounds of 9/11-related paperwork. there is lingering bitterness from an ugly one night last year in a dream, which fea- A photographic shrine to her husband still strike in December that sent 228 instructors tured Swede, the angel Raphael and her son’s dominates the living room and she refuses to to jail. Since then, more than 100 teachers, yellow Labrador retriever, Holly, who had touch the Yankee ticket stubs and the $15 he about one-eighth of the district’s total, have also just died. ‘‘I’m trying to heal by think- left on a nightstand the final evening of his left the community for other jobs or early ing about my son in a different way, trying life. But she is also increasingly drawn into retirement. The district’s embattled super- to think of him as a spiritual being,’’ she the world, both by necessity, and in recent intendent moved on as well. ‘‘There are deep said, sitting in the family’s soaring great months, the realization that she can survive and painful wounds that no glossing over, no room with Brittany by her side. ‘‘Sometimes as a 54-year-old widow with limited skills. platitudes, can undo,’’ said the union’s presi- it works, but sometimes it doesn’t cut it.’’ ‘‘It devastates me that I was able to live dent, Diane Swaim, a middle school teacher As she crosses the one-year mark, Ms. without Lou for the last year,’’ she said, sit- who has lived here most of her life. Chevalier believes she is entering a new ting in Redheads, a strip-mall restaurant While many families say the public out- phase of her life, one marked by self-reli- where hundreds of mourners gathered last pouring of kindness helped them endure a ance. (She is also seeking a divorce from her year after her husband’s memorial service. nightmarish year, they recognize that the husband of 30 years). ‘‘The community has ‘‘I didn’t change a light bulb for 29 years. I unlimited benevolence cannot last forever. been so wonderful to us,’’ she said, ‘‘but peo- didn’t buy a bedspread without consulting The meals stopped coming with the onset of ple can’t feel sorry for us and cater to us for- him.’’ summer, when many families went away on ever.’’ In contrast to the unrelieved grimness of vacation, and several women said they have It has been a busy year for the dozens of the past months, there is now a hint of levity sensed a waning tolerance for outward dis- volunteers who came together to spoil the in her voice when she talks about the road plays of grief. ‘‘After a very long year, people grieving families of Middletown. Besides

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:11 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.081 H11PT1 H6222 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 raising $200,000 in cash, the group, Favor, ized that we were going to have to va- He and I became friends. We traveled made sure every family received overflowing cate the building. The Sergeant at around the country and spoke at many gift baskets to mark Thanksgiving, Christ- Arms called for vacating the Capitol, events together on the need to prepare mas, the depths of winter and the beginning and we began the orderly process of de- for homeland security and our common of summer. In June, the group decided it had done its scending from the third floor of this defense. In fact, it was the suggestion job, and announced that it would disband. building to the parking lot. of a commission that came from some Several of the organizers, who set aside work On the way out, I talked to our Ser- of the recommendations he gave me and the demands of family, said it was time geant at Arms. I said, What is hap- that resulted in legislation I intro- to return to their former lives. But Favor pening? He said, There are at least two duced 4 years ago to create a commis- will not be fading away any time soon. The more planes in the air, and we feel one sion chaired by former Governor Jim renewed flood of news media attention that of them may be headed for the Capitol Gilmore of Virginia called the Gilmore began in recent weeks has sparked a fresh building. By the time we got to the Commission. round of philanthropy, including that of a parking lot and looked across Wash- My friend, Ray Downey, was a mem- Texas millionaire who has offered scholarships to the 61 children who lost a parent ington, off in the distance we could see ber of that commission. The Gilmore last September. the black smoke rising from the Pen- Commission’s purpose was to make rec- At the very least, Allyson Gilbert, the tagon. ommendations to the Congress and the group’s executive director, said she and oth- There was total chaos on Capitol Hill White House about how we could better ers have decided to put together one more that day, Mr. Speaker, because no one prepare for what none of us wanted to gift basket, something small and simple, per- had anticipated that kind of action think about: the ultimate tragedy haps a tray of home-baked cookies crowned against us, in spite of the calls for against our country. Four years ago, by a teddy bear. The baskets, she said, will America to be secure that had been no one was thinking that could be a re- probably arrive a week or two after Sept. 11, when the commemorative events and tele- made by many Members of this body on ality, but the Gilmore Commission in vised anniversary specials are through. numerous occasions prior to 9–11. fact three times issued reports before ‘‘They don’t need us to deliver these huge We wandered on the Hill as they 9–11 with specific recommendations food baskets or big checks anymore,’’ she evacuated the office buildings, and that we in the Congress and the White said. ‘‘I think they just need a reminder that moved down toward the Capitol Hill House should follow. we’re thinking about them, that we have not police station. Near the train station Ray Downey was a member of that forgotten, and that we’re not going to go we would get our first briefing. About commission. Ray Downey was the inci- away.’’ 120 of us got that briefing. I came back dent command officer on the scene in f out and walked back toward the Cap- New York at Ground Zero directing the itol when my cell phone rang, and I got bulk of those 343 firefighters who were MESSAGE FROM THE SENATE a call that was extremely disturbing killed as they went up into the stair- A message from the Senate by Mr. and very emotional for me. I learned wells of those buildings to bring people Lundregan, one of its clerks, an- from my friends in the New York City down. In fact, when I went to the Trade nounced that the Senate has passed Fire Department that one of my good Center Ground Zero site 2 days later, without amendment a concurrent reso- friends was missing with the collapse not as a Member of Congress but as a lution of the House of the following of the two World Trade Center build- member of the fire service, I spent the title: ings. day with the New York City fire- H. Con. Res. 464. Concurrent resolution ex- See, what was so tragically emo- fighters. pressing the sense of the Congress on the an- tional for me was that individual had The day that I arrived, unfortu- niversary of the terrorist attacks launched taken me through the first World nately, the tragedy was that Ray Dow- against the United States on September 11, Trade Center bombing in 1993. As many ney’s two sons, who were both New 2001. of our colleagues know, Mr. Speaker, I York City firefighters, one a captain f would not be in this body were it not and one a lieutenant, were looking for for my work in the fire service. Having the remains of their dad. How terribly CONGRESS MUST CREATE SINGLE, grown up in a fire service family and tragic it was to be asked by the fire- UNIFIED AUTHORIZATION AND becoming chief of my own local depart- fighters union in the city to go back to APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEES ment, a fire instructor, and going back the Javits Center to greet the families FOR NEW DEPARTMENT OF to school for a degree in that area, I of those that were going to visit with HOMELAND SECURITY TO BE have been identified with those brave President Bush that night, the families SUCCESSFUL individuals since I first came to this of those that were missing. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. body 16 years ago. I did that, and I saw our President for FLAKE). Under the Speaker’s an- So in my capacity as a Member of 21⁄2 hours meet privately with the fami- nounced policy of January 3, 2001, the Congress and the founder of the Con- lies of those victims who were trag- gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. gressional Fire and Emergency Serv- ically taken in the course of the res- WELDON) is recognized for 60 minutes. ices Caucus for the past 16 years, I have cue, in the course of the firefighting, in Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania. Mr. made it my business to attend every response to the World Trade Center dis- Speaker, I take this time to reflect on disaster we have had, from the Murrah aster. the incidents of the past year and to Building bombing in Oklahoma City to Mr. Speaker, I come to the floor for discuss the next phase of our war the wildlands fires in the West to Hur- two specific reasons. One is to first of against terrorism and our war for ricane Andrew and Hugo in the South all talk about the next phase of where homeland security. to the Mid Western floods to the Loma we have to go. It is extremely impor- Mr. Speaker, 1 year ago on this day Prieta and Northridge earthquakes and tant that this body understand that at 8:30 in the morning I was on the the World Trade Center bombing in even though we passed the Homeland third floor of this building in the press 1993. Security Act creating a new Federal gallery beginning a press conference It was in 1993 when I went up as a department, and we did a good job in with our colleagues from both sides of guest of Commissioner Howard Safir that process, and the gentleman from the aisle. We had assembled before the that I first met a brave young fire- Texas (Speaker ARMEY) and our col- national media to call for support of a fighter in New York who would later leagues on the other side of the aisle bill that I was introducing that day become the chief of all special forces are deserving of credit for the out- asking for an additional $6 billion of and rescue in that department. He and standing piece of legislation that we defense spending. That defense spend- members of the New York City Fire finished very early in the morning ing was to go specifically for readiness Department took me through the hours of August, the other body will for our troops, for homeland security, bombed-out parking garage in the shortly complete their version of that and for the war against terrorism. Trade Center in 1993, where I saw the bill; and by the end of this month we The first plane hit; the second plane terrible, horrible devastation caused by will send to the President a piece of hit. The media had to stop the press bin Laden the first time he hit Amer- legislation that creates a brand-new conference, and by 9 o’clock we real- ica. large agency in fact consolidating 22

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:11 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11SE7.082 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6223 existing agencies with over 170,000 em- Now, Mr. Speaker, this will not be ons of mass destruction, I am abso- ployees and a budget of nearly $40 bil- done by legislation because the com- lutely convinced, Mr. Speaker, the only lion. mittee structure is a part of the rules way this new agency can succeed is if This new agency is needed, and this of the House, so I am asking our col- we rise above petty politics and if we new agency is absolutely essential if leagues on both sides of the aisle to rise above the parochial concerns each we are going to win the war on ter- communicate with the leadership of of us have with our own committees rorism and if we are going to properly both parties so that whoever wins con- and subcommittees to give this new protect our homeland. trol of the Congress in November un- agency a chance to succeed. The four departments of this agency derstands that our new rules in Janu- The first few months of the existence are critically vital to our Nation’s se- ary must create single, unified author- of this agency, in fact, the first few curity: the Border and Transportation ization and appropriation committees years of the existence of this agency, Security Division, the Emergency Pre- to give the proper support to this new are going to require organization, are paredness and Response Division, the agency that we will have just created. going to require new structures, new Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Now, I realize there are committee budgets, new techniques, reaching out Nuclear Countermeasures Division, and chairs and subcommittee chairs that to deal with new challenges. The last the Information Analysis and Infra- do not want to give up jurisdiction. In thing this agency needs is to have 90 structure Protection Division. my case, Mr. Speaker, I am the chair- committees of this Congress calling This new cabinet agency I think is man of one of the largest subcommit- them up to the Hill, getting them to the right solution that the administra- tees on the Armed Forces in the House, come in and brief them on various as- tion has proposed for America to be se- the Subcommittee on Military Pro- pects of what they are doing. By setting up two new committees in cure. But, Mr. Speaker, I come tonight curement. to tell my colleagues that in my opin- My subcommittee, with its member- the House, one authorization and one appropriations, two new committees in ion the passage of this legislation and ship from both sides of the aisle, over- the Senate, one authorization and one the signing of it into law by President sees approximately $100 billion a year appropriations, we will give our col- Bush will only accomplish 40 percent of of our defense budget. But, Mr. Speak- leagues, and our steering committees the solution. er, I understand the need for us to have will determine who those members are, Now, Members of Congress in both a quantified oversight function if the we will give our colleagues the kind of parties will pat themselves on the homeland security agency is going to jurisdictional control that will allow back; the President will sign the bill succeed. I am willing to give up the ju- into law with a Rose Garden ceremony; this new agency to succeed. risdiction that my subcommittee has So, Mr. Speaker, I rise tonight to and everyone will say, America should and am willing to support giving up the challenge our colleagues, to do some- feel safe because we have created a new jurisdiction of the full Committee on thing that I know is not inherently and agency. This new agency will, for the Armed Services to a new committee logically what Members would want to first time, consolidate the efforts of 22 structure that will have the ability to do. And that is to take the jurisdiction existing departments. coordinate the work of this new com- away from existing committees, both I come before my colleagues tonight mittee. appropriations and authorization, and to tell them that this agency cannot Now, unfortunately, Mr. Speaker, we consolidate all of those efforts into the and will not succeed unless the Con- all know there are committee chairs, new committee structures that would gress does its job. Mr. Speaker, I just ranking members, subcommittee oversee a coordinated agency. mentioned that Congress completed chairs and ranking members in both Mr. Speaker, I will be sending a dear their legislative work in the House and bodies that are not going to be willing colleague letter to all of my col- the other body is about to complete it, to give up their committee jurisdic- leagues. I have talked to our colleague, so what in fact am I talking about? tion. the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Mr. Speaker, as it currently stands, b 1830 ANDREWS) who will be working the this new agency, with its new cabinet other side of the aisle. I invite other And if they prevail, I contend this member director, will oversee 170,000 Members of this body who feel as I do agency will not be able to be success- employees with a budget of nearly $40 to join with us in calling on the leader- ful. We cannot expect a new agency of billion. But here is the dilemma, Mr. ship in both parties to begin the proc- this complexity with the challenges of Speaker: this agency will have to re- ess to prepare for the makeup of the port to 88 separate committees and information dominance, information rules of the 108th Congress, for those subcommittees of the House and the assessment, transportation security, that return, to make sure that in the Senate. When we add in the intel- homeland response, first responders, new committee structures of this ligence committees and the other se- research and testing for weapons of House and the Senate, the other body, lect committees, this new agency will mass destruction and all the other ac- is that this new committee structure have to answer to 90 separate commit- tivities that this agency will oversee, be put into place. tees and subcommittees of this body we cannot expect this agency to be suc- If we take these steps now, if we lay and the other body. cessful if the Secretary of this agency, the groundwork, then I am convinced Mr. Speaker, this agency is doomed if the leaders of this agency have to this new agency has an absolutely out- to failure unless this Congress does come up to the Hill for the individual standing opportunity to succeed. I something that the leadership does not hearings and briefings that will be re- would also encourage, Mr. Speaker, our want to talk about. The reason I raise quired by 90 committees and sub- colleagues and their constituents from this tonight, Mr. Speaker, is to begin a committees of this body and the other around the country to weigh in with process that I will continue for the rest body. their representatives and let them of this year to call for the creation of Mr. Speaker, I cannot overemphasize know that the homeland security bat- one single authorization committee in enough on this day 1 year after the at- tle is only 40 percent complete when we the House, one single authorization tack on our country, the need for us to established the new homeland security committee in the Senate, one single follow in the second phase of the battle agency. The other 60 percent of that Committee on Appropriations in the for homeland security. As someone who battle is in a consolidated committee House, and one single Committee on has been involved on the Committee on structure that gives the jurisdictional Appropriations in the Senate. Armed Services for 16 years, as some- control to a group of our colleagues in Mr. Speaker, if the Congress does not one who has been involved in homeland both bodies to coordinate, to have ag- rise to the occasion and put aside our security ensuring the Congressional gressive communication and to help petty differences, put aside our juris- Fire and EMS Caucus and having provide the proper oversight of this dictional concerns, and realize that founded it, the largest caucus in the new agency that we will, in fact, create this agency cannot succeed having to Congress with 340 House and Senate by the end of this month. answer to 90 separate committees and members, with someone who has Mr. Speaker, the second follow-on to subcommittees, then this Congress will worked the issues of intelligence and homeland security involves the Presi- not have done its job. data fusion and issues involving weap- dent’s decision to move forward in an

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:11 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00051 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.083 H11PT1 H6224 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 aggressive way against the weapons of on Armed Services we had classified and see what influence they can pro- mass destruction that Saddam Hussein briefings with arms control inspectors vide with us to convince Hussein that has acquired in Iraq. from the U.N. who came before us and his time is up, that he can no longer Mr. Speaker, I have been here 16 in private gave us a very candid assess- run aware from the requirements that years. The toughest votes I have had to ment along with our intelligence com- were placed upon him by the nations of make are those votes we have taken munity as to what capabilities Saddam the world in six U.N. resolutions that that commit our sons and daughters, Hussein has. were passed in 1991. Those U.N. resolu- our brothers and sisters, our uncles and Mr. Speaker, I would suggest that tions were not adopted in this body, by aunts to go into harm’s way on behalf every Member of this body and the America alone. Those U.N. resolutions of this Nation. Because every time we other body ask the CIA, the Defense In- were hammered out by the nations of do that we have casualties, we have intelligence Agency and the FBI and our the worlds with the support of the U.N. juries and we have loss of life. And all other intelligence apparatus to come in Security Council which means that of our colleagues, as you know, Mr. and brief the member privately and Russian and China and the other na- Speaker, take this responsibility ex- confidentially on what we know about tions in the Security Council were in tremely seriously because they under- Saddam Hussein’s capabilities. agreement with those resolutions. stand these are America’s sons and Now, we know he has chemical weap- Those resolutions at that time call daughters that we place in harm’s way. ons capabilities because he has used for Hussein to abide by certain condi- I am also concerned because in the chemical weapons against his own citi- tions after the U.S. removed his mili- last 10 years we have used our troops at zens, the Kurds, in the past. We know tary from the independent nation of a level that we have not seen in the he has been working on biological Kuwait. One of the primary require- past 100 years. From 1991 to 2000 our weapons capabilities and, in fact, we ments of those resolutions was that troops were deployed to 39 major in- now know and this has been verified Iraq had to open up its doors for inde- volvements around the world from publicly, that he has this capability as pendent U.N. inspectors to verify Haiti and Bosnia, from Kosovo and well. In fact, he has strains of anthrax, whether or not weapons of mass de- Macedonia, from Somalia and East small pox, botulism and other illness struction were in fact being produced. Initially there was some limited suc- Timor to Colombia and to numerous or other diseases of that type and orga- cess. But as we heard yesterday in a other destinations at home and abroad. nisms that can promote those types of public hearing with two of our leading Our troops are stretched. Our troops diseases easy. arms control inspectors from the U.N., We know that Saddam has been have been overworked, but this Presi- the cooperation by Iraq quickly ended. working on nuclear capability, but it is dent has told us and will tell the world In their estimation there is no doubt in not yet unclassified as to whether or tomorrow at the U.N. that America has their minds that Saddam Hussein not bin Laden has the capability to de- to continue this war against terrorism, today has developed sophisticated liver a nuclear weapon. We are cer- and that includes dealing with Saddam chemical and biological weapon tech- tainly aware he has missile technology Hussein in Iraq and the terrible capa- nology. And within a few short months because it was Saddam in 1991 who bilities that he, in fact, has acquired. if he is able to acquire the fissile mate- fired that low complexity scud missile Now, Mr. Speaker, in spite of the rial he needs, the weapons grade mate- President’s request and call, I have into our barracks in Saudi Arabia that rial he needs, he could have a nuclear questions and I have asked the admin- sent 28 young Americans home in body bomb at his disposal. istration and I am hopefully going to bags, half of them from my State, be- Now, contrary to what another in- get all of the answers. Those questions cause we could not defend against that spector has said who traveled to Iraq, are simple and they are: The absolute missile. these inspectors were emphatic. They factual information about what tech- Mr. Speaker, the leadership in the provided evidence. And they have pro- nology Saddam Hussein has today in White House is now offering Members vided their firsthand experiences. the area of weapons of mass destruc- of Congress the answers to the ques- Mr. Speaker, we have to take action. tion and how soon he will require more tions that I have posed. But, Mr. Now, I am convinced that we have to at aggressive technology. Speaker, we must not be satisfied until this time go to our friends in Russia The second is what ties are there be- we have taken every step possible to who have reached out so aggressively tween Saddam Hussein’s actions and use every means possible to avert war. to us and we have to ask and in fact in his leadership and the al Qaeda, bin Several of my colleagues on the other a polite way demand that they come Laden network. side of the aisle approached me this with us as partners as they did with us The third question relates to what past week, colleagues who had traveled back during the Yugoslavian or Kosovo kind of military action might we see. A with me to Vienna when the war in war. We responded when the Russians surgical strike taking out Saddam and Yugoslavia started several years ago. came to us and asked me in particular his upper guard or an all-out war as we They came to me because at that time as the co-chairman of the Duma Con- saw in 1991 requiring massive commit- we were, with the support of our State gress group with the Russian Duma and ments of our troops. Department, took a bipartisan delega- Federation Council to join them in The fourth question involves the sup- tion with 11 members of this body to finding a way to end that war and we port of our allies. Not the public rhet- Vienna to meet for two days with the did. And now I have challenged them oric that we hear, but the behind-the- leadership of the political factions in after a response from our colleagues on scenes commitments, the behind-the- Russia. We were joined by a representa- the other side to work with us to make scenes private conversations between tive of Milosovic. a case in Moscow and to President our President and our State Depart- For two days we met with the State Putin that Saddam Hussein must comment and those nations that when we Department representative in the room ply with the orders of the world com- commit will have to support us. with us. At the end of those two days, munity or he will be dealt with by the The last question is what will be our we hammered out the frame work U.S. led coalition. exit strategy? What will happen when which would 2 weeks later become the Now, I have been in communication Saddam Hussein leaves? And I have no basis of the G–8 agreement which for the past several days with the lead- doubt that when we undertake such a would end the war in Yugoslavia with ership of the Russian Duma. I have told mission we will be successful. But the Russian involvement. them that we would like to bring a del- key question for us to answer is who So my colleagues on the other side of egation to Moscow as soon as they will will follow Saddam Hussein? What or- the aisle who went with us on that trip, agree to the terms that we have estab- ganizational structure will be put into the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. lished. The bipartisan delegation that place? What role will the U.N. play, KUCINICH) who chairs the Progressive we will take to Moscow on a military and what will be the response of our al- Caucus and others approached me and aircraft would have discussions with lies and the neighbors to Iraq? said, Perhaps we can do something the Russians about a joint statement, a The President is answering those five similar again. I said, What are you joint statement of Russian and Amer- questions as we assemble today. In talking about? He said, Perhaps we ican legislatures demanding that Sad- fact, yesterday before the Committee should join with our Russian friends dam Hussein do what is right in terms

VerDate Sep 04 2002 03:25 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.084 H11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6225 of the leadership of the world’s commu- leagues to go to Moscow to meet with dam Hussein today has smallpox capa- nities established in 1991 through the our Russian colleagues from all fac- bility. The question asked by our col- U.N. resolutions. tions, the Communist, Udinstyo, leagues on the committee was, What b 1845 Yabloko, even Zhrionovsky’s faction, would be the potential impact on to come together on a common agenda America if smallpox were used here or In fact, it is my hope that when we as civilized human beings as new part- at one of our installations? They really arrive in Moscow at the invitation of ners and friends to tell President Putin could not give a solid answer. our Duma friends we would also have a that we need him to make the personal When it came time for my ques- chance to meet face to face with Presi- case to Saddam that the world will not tioning, I made reference to a war dent Putin, as I have done in the past, tolerate the kind of buildup of weapons game, a simulation that our military to deliver our feelings directly to him. of mass destruction technology that he funded in May of 2001 at Andrews Air Why this focus on Russia? It is rather has built up over the past 10 years. simple. Russia has become a new ally If Saddam refuses our request for un- Force Base. Mr. Speaker, as my col- of ours. As our colleagues in this body conditional visits, unconditional visits, leagues know, war games are held to know, I focus on Russia. It is of pri- not where Saddam can know 24 hours simulate the worst possible conditions mary interest to me. I have traveled to in advance where our inspectors are that could face our country. This war that country 29 times, and I have a going, not where Saddam can predeter- game was conducted by the Army and great many friends throughout Russian mine what sites we are going to visit, by CSIS, the Centers for Strategic and society, both elected and nonelected. unconditional visits, not by the U.S. International Studies, headed by Dr. Russia has reached out to America, but by U.N. and world-sanctioned in- John Hammer, former deputy Sec- unlike many other countries in the spectors, hundreds of inspectors, then retary of Defense. world. It was President Putin who was Saddam has to understand that Amer- What was the war game? The war the first foreign leader on September ica will take the action required and game was called Dark Winter. What 11, 1 year ago, who telephoned Presi- requested by our President. was the simulation? The simulation dent Bush and offered the support of I have my doubts, Mr. Speaker, that was a deliberate outbreak of smallpox the Russian people. It was President Saddam will accept such a request; but in three cities in just three States of Putin and the Russian Government as a Member of Congress responsible that opened the doors of their intel- America. It was a very credible exer- for the lives of my constituents who cise. Former Senator Sam Nunn played ligence agency to share what intel- wear the uniform, I will not be happy ligence they had on al Qaeda. It was the role of the President. Former CIA unless I use every possible opportunity Director Jim Woolsey played the role President Putin and the Russian mili- that I have to try to find a way to of the CIA director and former top offi- tary that opened former Soviet mili- avoid the ultimate conflict. I think cials from both administrations of both tary bases in Uzbekistan, which I took joining together, Democrats and Re- parties played the role of our leader- a delegation to visit in May, where our publicans, liberals and conservatives, ship. troops are today stationed, fighting the joining with members of the Udinstyo, war against terrorism. Yabloko, Union of Right Forces and all What was the outcome? A single case Russia has made a fundamental deci- the other factions in the Russian polit- of anthrax was given and put forward sion to join with America and the West ical sphere, that we can find a common quietly in Pennsylvania, Alabama, and in the 21st century, but Russia also agenda that follows on and expands the Arkansas, one case in each State. maintains significant ties to Iraq. Iraq U.N. resolutions passed in 1991. Within 2 weeks, Mr. Speaker, 2 million has relied on Russia in the past for What a dramatic statement it will be Americans were afflicted with small- technology, for the sale of legitimate if Russian leaders and American lead- pox, 2 million Americans. As my col- military technology that can be sold in ers, George Bush supported by Presi- leagues know, we have no smallpox the marketplace. Russia also has just dent Putin joined together, and tell vaccine. It is one of the reasons why signed a $40 billion long-term energy Saddam Hussein the game’s up, you the Secretary of Health and Human deal with the Iraqi oil industry. Mr. have been doing for 10 years what you Services, Tommy Thompson, asked for Speaker, it does not take a rocket sci- agreed not to do in 1992, not because the money we gave him to purchase 350 entist to figure out Russia has ties the U.S. demanded it, but because the million vaccines. with Iraq that are deep, that are both U.N. passed resolutions demanding political and economic. that you adhere to the requirements of The point is, Mr. Speaker, as bad as We have new ties with Russia. We the civilized nations of the world. the World Trade incident was a year have become Russia’s friend, and we Mr. Speaker, I would hope that in fol- ago, as bad as the attack on the Pen- spend approximately $1 billion a year lowing through on this request we tagon was a year ago, as bad as the of the U.S. taxpayer dollars on pro- would give the President the kind of plane going down in Pennsylvania was grams to stabilize Russia, the coopera- support that he needs during this dif- a year ago, the next incident could be tive threat reduction program, pro- ficult time. All of us will be listening much worse. Saddam Hussein has con- grams through the Department of Com- intently tomorrow as the President tinued to build these terrible weapons merce, the Environmental Protection makes a key address before the United of mass destruction that both the U.S. Agency, the Department of State, envi- Nations, as he lays out factually the and Russia are now destroying. ronmental programs, education pro- evidence that we have as to Saddam’s We must come together as an institu- grams, initiatives involving all aspects efforts and the potential use of that tion and find ways to support the next of Russian society. technology against our Nation, our phase of our battle for homeland secu- In fact, it was this Congress that 2 people, our friends and other nations rity. That means we have to pass in the years ago created a brand-new program with weapons of mass destruction. next rules for the next session of Con- called Open World, funded through the This is a key and fundamental part of gress a unified oversight structure for Librarian of Congress, Jim Billington the war against terrorism. If we allow authorization and appropriation of dol- and his office. Each year we bring over Saddam Hussein and Iraq to go un- lars in the House and the Senate for thousands of Russian leaders to spend checked, it is only a matter of time be- this new agency, and it means that we up to 10 days in our local towns and fore we will face the threat that would must hold accountable our new Rus- cities understanding the strength of be caused by the weapons that he has sian friends to help put maximum pres- the American system. produced. Mr. Speaker, we have an opportunity Mr. Speaker, in our hearing yester- sure on Hussein; and if that fails, then here in this next phase of the war on day, we questioned the inspectors from we must be prepared to support our terrorism. That opportunity I think re- the U.N. about the possible effects on President in his effort to rid the world quires us to call in our chips with Rus- American and other lives if smallpox of the kind of sources of terrorism that sia. were used as a weapon of mass destruc- can destroy mankind. I am prepared, Mr. Speaker, to take tion. At our hearing yesterday, in a Mr. Speaker, I thank the Chair and time off from this body with our col- public format, they admitted that Sad- the staff for staying.

VerDate Sep 04 2002 02:11 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE7.086 H11PT1 H6226 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 11, 2002 OMISSION FROM THE CONGRES- fore 6:00 p.m. September 11 on account 2001, courageously gave their lives thereby SIONAL RECORD OF MONDAY, of official business in the district. thwarting a planned attack on our Nation’s SEPTEMBER 9, 2002 AT PAGE 6089 Mr. FERGUSON (at the request of Mr. Capitol, and for other purposes. H.R. 5207. An act to designate the facility ARMEY) for today on account of attend- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, of the United States Postal Service located Washington, DC, September 5, 2002. ing memorial events relating to Sep- at 6101 West Old Shakopee Road in Bloom- Hon. J. DENNIS HASTERT, tember 11. ington, Minnesota, as the ‘‘Thomas E. Bur- Speaker of the House, Mr. PENCE (at the request of Mr. nett, Jr. Post Office Building.’’ Washington, DC. ARMEY) for today on account of attend- f DEAR MR. SPEAKER. I have been nominated ing and speaking at 9–11 events. by President Bush and confirmed by the Sen- Mrs. WILSON of New Mexico (at the ADJOURNMENT ate to serve as United States Representative to the United Nations Agencies for Food and request of Mr. ARMEY) for today on ac- Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Agriculture, with the rank of Ambassador. count of attending remembrance cere- Speaker, I move that the House do now Therefore, I have submitted my resignation monies in her district. adjourn. as a Member of the House of Representa- f The motion was agreed to; accord- tives, effective close of business, September ingly (at 6 o’clock and 55 minutes 9, 2002. I am forwarding to you a copy of my SPECIAL ORDERS GRANTED p.m.), the House adjourned until to- letter of resignation to Ohio Governor Bob morrow, Thursday, September 12, 2002, Taft. By unanimous consent, permission to I am grateful for the opportunity to serve address the House, following the legis- at 10 a.m. with the distinguished men and women of lative program and any special orders f the House of Representatives for the past heretofore entered, was granted to: twenty-four years. I look forward to working EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, (The following Members (at the re- ETC. with the Members of the House as I continue quest of Mr. BECERRA) to revise and ex- service to the Nation in my new position. tend their remarks and include extra- Under clause 8 of rule XII, executive Sincerely, neous material:) communications were taken from the TONY P. HALL, Speaker’s table and referred as follows: Member of Congress. Ms. PELOSI, for 5 minutes, today. Ms. NORTON, for 5 minutes, today. 9031. A letter from the Director, Office of HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Mr. DEFAZIO, for 5 minutes, today. Management and Budget, transmitting a proposed modification to the FY 2003 budget Washington, DC, September 5, 2002. Mr. EDWARDS, for 5 minutes, today. Hon. BOB TAFT, request for the Department of Defense; to Mr. TURNER, for 5 minutes, today. the Committee on Appropriations. Governor, State of Ohio, (The following Members (at the re- Columbus, OH. 9032. A letter from the Assistant Secretary, DEAR GOVERNOR TAFT: I have been nomi- quest of Mr. FOLEY) to revise and ex- Department of Education, transmitting a no- nated by President Bush and confirmed by tend their remarks and include extra- tice of extension of project period and waiv- the Senate to serve as United States Rep- neous material:) er, and reopening of competition for Amer- resentative to the United Nations Agencies Mr. OSBORNE, for 5 minutes, Sep- ican Samoa: career resource network state for Food and Agriculture, with the rank of tember 12. grants, pursuant to 20 U.S.C. 1232(f); to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. Ambassador. Therefore, I hereby resign as a Mr. FOLEY, for 5 minutes, today and 9033. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Member of the House of Representatives, ef- September 12. fective close of business, September 9, 2002. ment of Labor, transmitting the Depart- It has been a privilege and high honor to (The following Members (at their own ment’s report entitled, ‘‘Saving for a Life- serve the people of the Third Congressional request) to revise and extend their re- time: Advancing Generational Prosperity’’; District of Ohio as their Representative for marks and include extraneous mate- to the Committee on Education and the the past twenty-four years and I am grateful rial:) Workforce. for the trust they have placed in me. I look Mr. BENTSEN, for 5 minutes, today. 9034. A letter from the Director of Commu- forward to continuing service to the people Mr. SCHAFFER, for 5 minutes, today. nications and Legislative Affairs, Equal Em- of Ohio and the Nation in my new position. ployment Opportunity Commission, trans- Sincerely, f mitting the Commission’s final rule — Fed- TONY P. HALL, SENATE BILL REFERRED eral Sector Equal Employment Opportunity Member of Congress. (RIN: 3046-AA57) received August 13, 2002, f A bill of the Senate of the following pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- title was taken from the Speaker’s mittee on Education and the Workforce. LEAVE OF ABSENCE table and, under the rule, referred as 9035. A letter from the Director, Defense By unanimous consent, leave of ab- follows: Security Cooperation Agency, transmitting sence was granted to: notification concerning the Department of S. 2896. An act to enhance the operation of the Air Force’s proposed Letter(s) of Offer Mr. BOSWELL (at the request of Mr. the AMBER Alert communications network and Acceptance (LOA) to Egypt for defense GEPHARDT) for today on account of in order to facilitate the recovery of ab- articles and services (Transmittal No. 02-46), business in the district. ducted children, to provide for enhanced no- pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2776(b); to the Com- Mr. MASCARA (at the request of Mr. tification on highways of alerts and informa- mittee on International Relations. GEPHARDT) for September 10 on action on such children, and for other pur- 9036. A letter from the Director, Inter- count of personal reasons. poses; to the Committee on the Judiciary; in national Cooperation, Department of De- Mr. MENENDEZ (at the request of Mr. addition to the Committee on Transpor- fense, transmitting a copy of Transmittal tation and Infrastructure for a period to be GEPHARDT) for today on account of par- No. 24-02 which informs of our intent to sign subsequently determined by the Speaker, in ticipating in September 11 events in a Memorandum of Understanding between each case for consideration of such provi- the United States and the United Kingdom the district. sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California (at Concerning Cooperation on the Future De- committee concerned. velopment, Operation, and Support of the the request of Mr. GEPHARDT) for Sep- f Javelin Missile System (Javelin MOU), pur- tember 9 and the balance of the week suant to 22 U.S.C. 2767(f); to the Committee on account of illness. ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED on International Relations. Mr. NADLER (at the request of Mr. Mr. Trandahl, Clerk of the House, re- 9037. A letter from the Assistant Secretary GEPHARDT) for today on account of ported and found truly enrolled bills of for Legislative Affairs, Department of State, events in the district commemorating transmitting certification of a proposed li- the House of the following titles, which the tragedy of September 11, 2001. cense for the export of defense articles or de- were thereupon signed by the Speaker: Mr. SERRANO (at the request of Mr. fense services sold commercially under a GEPHARDT) for September 9, 10, and 11 H.R. 3287. An act to redesignate the facil- contract to Japan [Transmittal No. DTC 210- on account of official business. ity of the United States Postal Service lo- 02], pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2776(c); to the Com- cated at 900 Brentwood Road, NE., in Wash- mittee on International Relations. Mr. STUPAK (at the request of Mr. ington, DC., as the ‘‘Joseph Curseen, Jr. and 9038. A letter from the Assistant Secretary GEPHARDT) for today on account of at- Thomas Morris, Jr. Processing and Distribu- for Legislative Affairs, Department of State, tending September 11 events in the dis- tion Center.’’ transmitting certification of a proposed li- trict. H.R. 3917. An act to authorize a national cense for the export of defense articles or de- Ms. WATERS (at the request of Mr. memorial to commemorate the passengers fense services sold commercially under a GEPHARDT) for September 9, 10, and be- and crew of Flight 93 who, on September 11, contract to India [Transmittal No. DTC 129-

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A letter from the Assistant Secretary transmitting the Department’s final rule — transmitting the Department’s final rule — for Legislative Affairs, Department of State, Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model Establishment of Class D and Class E4 Air- transmitting certification of a proposed li- DHC-8-100, -200, and -300 Series Airplanes space; St. Augustine, FL [Airspace Docket cense for the export of defense articles or de- [Docket No. 2000-NM-307-AD; Amendment 39- No. 02-ASO-1] received September 9, 2002, fense services sold commercially under a 12849; AD 2002-16-10] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- contract to India [Transmittal No. DTC 18- September 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- 02], pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2776(c); to the Com- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- ture. mittee on International Relations. tation and Infrastructure. 9061. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- 9040. A letter from the Assistant Secretary 9052. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, for Legislative Affairs, Department of State, cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, transmitting the Department’s final rule — transmitting certification of a proposed li- transmitting the Department’s final rule — Modification of the Memphis International cense for the export of defense articles or de- Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 777 Airport Class B Airspace Area; TN [Docket fense services sold commercially under a Series Airplanes [Docket No. 2000-NM-387- No. FAA-2001-9813; Airspace Docket No. 00- contract to Pakistan [Transmittal No. DTC AD; Amendment 39-12854; AD 2002-16-15] (RIN: AWA-7] (RIN: 2120-AA66) received September 79-02], pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2776(c); to the 2120-AA64) received September 9, 2002, pursu- 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to Committee on International Relations. ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee the Committee on Transportation and Infra- 9041. A letter from the Assistant Legal Ad- on Transportation and Infrastructure. structure. viser for Treaty Affairs, Department of 9053. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- 9062. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- State, transmitting copies of international cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, agreements, other than treaties, entered into transmitting the Department’s final rule — transmitting the Department’s final rule — by the United States, pursuant to 1 U.S.C. Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 777 112b(a); to the Committee on International CL-600-2B19 Series Airplanes [Docket No. Series Airplanes [Docket No. 2000-NM-333- Relations. 2001-NM-346-AD; Amendment 39-12853; AD AD; Amendment 39-12850; AD 2002-16-11] (RIN: 9042. A letter from the Acting General 2002-16-14] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received Sep- 2120-AA64) received September 9, 2002, pursu- Counsel, Department of Defense, transmit- tember 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee ting the Department’s enclosed legislation 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- on Transportation and Infrastructure. relating to the transfer of a certain naval tation and Infrastructure. 9063. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- vessel to the Government of Mexico; to the 9054. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, Committee on International Relations. cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, 9043. A letter from the Assistant Secretary transmitting the Department’s final rule — transmitting the Department’s final rule — for Legislative Affairs, Department of State, Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Doug- Airworthiness Directives; Barry Aviation, transmitting notification of intent to obli- las Model 717-200 Airplanes [Docket No. 2002- gate funds for purposes of Nonproliferation LLC Model PZL-Krosno KR-03A ‘‘Peregrine’’ NM-147-AD; Amendment 39-12848; AD 2002-16- and Disarmament Fund (NDF) activities; to (Puchatek)Sailplanes [Docket No. 2002-CE- 09] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received September 9, the Committee on International Relations. 30-AD; Amendment 39-12856; AD 2002-16-17] 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the 9044. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- (RIN: 2120-AA64) received September 9, 2002, Committee on Transportation and Infra- ment of Agriculture, transmitting the semi- pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- structure. annual report of the Inspector General for mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- 9064. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- the 6-month period ending March 31, 2002, ture. cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. app. (Insp. Gen. Act) 9055. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- transmitting the Department’s final rule — section 5(b); to the Committee on Govern- cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 ment Reform. transmitting the Department’s final rule — B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R (Collectively 9045. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Airworthiness Directives; Dornier Model 328- Called A300-600) Series Airplanes; and Model ment of Transportation, transmitting the 100 and -300 Series Airplanes [Docket No. A310 Series Airplanes [Docket No. 2001-NM- semiannual report on the activities of the 2001-NM-318-AD; Amendment 39-12855; AD 348-AD; Amendment 39-12863; AD 2002-16-24] Office of Inspector General for the period Oc- 2002-16-16] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received Sep- (RIN: 2120-AA64) received September 9, 2002, tober 1, 2001 through March 31, 2002, pursuant tember 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- to 5 U.S.C. app. (Insp. Gen. Act) section 5(b); 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- to the Committee on Government Reform. tation and Infrastructure. ture. 9046. A letter from the Director, Court 9056. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- 9065. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- Services and Offender Supervision Agency, cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, transmitting proposed legislation to author- transmitting the Department’s final rule — transmitting the Department’s final rule — ize the Court Services and Offender Super- Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330 Establishment of Class E Airspace; vision Agency to provide for the interstate and A340 Series Airplanes [Docket No. 2001- Caruthersville, MO [Airspace Docket No. 02- supervision of offenders on parole, probation, NM-398-AD; Amendment 39-12851; AD 2002-16- ACE-3] received September 9, 2002, pursuant and supervised release, and for other pur- 12] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received September 9, to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on poses; to the Committee on Government Re- 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Transportation and Infrastructure. form. Committee on Transportation and Infra- 9066. A letter from the Chief, Regulations 9047. A letter from the Acting Director, Of- structure. and Administrative Law, USCG, Department fice of Human Resources Management, De- 9057. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- partment of Energy, transmitting a report cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, ment’s final rule — Training and Qualifica- pursuant to the Federal Vacancies Reform transmitting the Department’s final rule — tions for Personnel on Passenger Ships Act of 1998; to the Committee on Govern- Airworthiness Directives; Dornier Model 328- [USCG-1999-5610] (RIN: 2115-AF83) received ment Reform. 100 and 328-300 Series Airplanes [Docket No. September 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 9048. A letter from the Vice Chairman, Fed- 2001-NM-313-AD; Amendment 39-12852; AD 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- eral Election Commission, transmitting copy 2002-16-13] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received Sep- tation and Infrastructure. of the annual report in compliance with the tember 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 9067. A letter from the Chief, Regulations Government in the Sunshine Act during the 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- and Administrative Law, USCG, Department calendar year 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. tation and Infrastructure. of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 552b(j); to the Committee on Government Re- 9058. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- ment’s final rule — Safety Zone; East River, form. cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, Manhattan, NY [CGD01-02-090] (RIN: 2115- 9049. A letter from the Comptroller Gen- transmitting the Department’s final rule — AA97) received September 9, 2002, pursuant eral, General Accounting Office, transmit- Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737- to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on ting the Month in Review: June 2002 Reports, 600, -700, 700C, 800, and -900 Series Airplanes Transportation and Infrastructure. Testimony, Correspondence, and Other Pub- [Docket No. 2002-NM-159-AD; Amendment 39- 9068. A letter from the Chief, Regulations lications; to the Committee on Government 12862; AD 2002-16-23] (RIN: 2120-AA64) received and Administrative Law, USCG, Department Reform. September 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- 9050. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- ment’s final rule — Safety Zone; Oilrig Con- cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, tation and Infrastructure. struction Project Portland Harbor, Portland, transmitting the Department’s final rule — 9059. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- ME [CGD01-02-099] (RIN: 2115-AA97) received Airworthiness Directives; Turbomeca S.A. cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, September 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Arriel Models 2 S1, 2 B, and 2 C Turboshaft transmitting the Department’s final rule — 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- Engines [Docket No. 2001-NE-10-AD; Amend- Amendment to Class E Airspace; Gordon, NE tation and Infrastructure. ment 39-12864; AD 2002-16-25] (RIN: 2120-AA64) [Airspace Docket No. 02-ACE-9] received Sep- 9069. A letter from the Chief, Regulations received September 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 tember 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. and Administrative Law, USCG, Department U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Transportation and Infrastructure. tation and Infrastructure. ment’s final rule — Safety and Security

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A letter from the Chief, Regulations fall within the jurisdiction of that com- and Administrative Law, USCG, Department Unit, Internal Revenue Service, transmitting mittee pursuant to clause 1(q), rule X (Rept. of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- the Service’s final rule — Exemption from 107–651, Pt. 1). Order to be printed. ment’s final rule — Drawbridge Operation Tax on Corporations, Certain Trusts [Rev. f Regulations: Saugatuck River, CT [CGD01- Rul. 2002-54] received September 3, 2002, pur- 02-102] received September 9, 2002, pursuant suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- TIME LIMITATION OF REFERRED to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on mittee on Ways and Means. BILL Transportation and Infrastructure. 9081. A letter from the Secretaries, Depart- Pursuant to clause 2 of rule XII the 9071. A letter from the Chief, Regulations ments of Agriculture and the Interior, trans- and Administrative Law, USCG, Department following action was taken by the mitting the Departments’ four legislative Speaker: of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- proposals to implement the President’s ment’s final rule — Safety Zone; Ventura Healthy Forests Initiative; jointly to the H.R. 4622. Referral to the Committee on Offshore Gran Prix, Ventura, California Committees on Resources, Agriculture, and Agriculture extended for a period ending not [COTP Los Angeles-Long Beach 02-014] (RIN: the Judiciary. later than September 11, 2002. 2115-AA97) received September 9, 2002, pursu- f f ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 9072. A letter from the Chief, Regulations PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Under clause 2 of rule XII, public and Administrative Law, USCG, Department bills and resolutions were introduced Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- and severally referred, as follows: ment’s final rule — Drawbridge Operation committees were delivered to the Clerk Regulations; Long Island, New York Inland for printing and reference to the proper By Mr. COLLINS: H.R. 5364. A bill to support the public edu- Waterway from East Rockaway Inlet to calendar, as follows: cational programs of the Army Aviation Her- Shinnecock Canal, NY [CGD01-02-054] (RIN: Mr. THOMAS: Committee on Ways and itage Foundation by amending title 10 of the 2115-AE47) received September 9, 2002, pursu- Means. H.R. 5193. A bill to amend the Inter- United States Code to elevate the status of ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee nal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a deduc- the Army Aviation Heritage Foundation to on Transportation and Infrastructure. tion to certain taxpayers for elementary and receive surplus military property; to the 9073. A letter from the Chief, Regulations secondary education expenses; with an Committee on Armed Services. and Administrative Law, USCG, Department amendment (Rept. 107–650). Referred to the By Mr. COLLINS: of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- Committee of the Whole House on the State H.R. 5365. A bill to support the public edu- ment’s final rule — Safety and Security of the Union. cational programs of the Army Aviation Her- Zones; High Interest Vessel Transits, Narra- Mr. HANSEN: Committee on Resources. itage Foundation, a nonprofit organization gansett Bay, Providence River, and Taunton H.R. 3434. A bill to authorize the Secretary of incorporated in the State of Georgia, by River, RI [CGD01-02-065] (RIN: 2115-AA97) re- the Interior to acquire the McLoughlin amending title 32 of the United States Code ceived September 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 House National Historic Site in Oregon City, to authorize the Army Aviation Heritage U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Oregon, and to administer the site as a unit Foundation to receive National Guard serv- Transportation and Infrastructure. of the National Park System, and for other ices and assistance; to the Committee on 9074. A letter from the Chief, Regulations purposes; with amendments (Rept. 107–652). Armed Services. and Administrative Law, USCG, Department Referred to the Committee of the Whole By Mr. COLLINS: of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- House on the State of the Union. H.R. 5366. A bill to provide for the transfer ment’s final rule — Special Local Regula- Mr. HANSEN: Committee on Resources. of a Vietnam-era Cessna L-19D Bird Dog air- tions for Marine Events; St. Mary’s River, H.R. 4622. A bill to require Federal land man- craft that is excess to the needs of the De- St. Mary’s City, MD [CGD05-02-004] (RIN: agers to support, and to communicate, co- partment of State to Army Aviation Herit- 2115-AE46) received September 9, 2002, pursu- ordinate, and cooperate with, designated age Foundation; to the Committee on Inter- ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee gateway communities, to improve the abil- national Relations. on Transportation and Infrastructure. By Mr. GREENWOOD (for himself, Mr. 9075. A letter from the Chief, Regulations ity of gateway communities to participate in Federal land management planning con- HOEFFEL, Mr. BORSKI, Mr. BRADY of and Administrative Law, USCG, Department Pennsylvania, Mr. COYNE, Mr. DOYLE, of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- ducted by the Forest Service and agencies of the Department of the Interior, and to re- Mr. ENGLISH, Mr. FATTAH, Mr. GEKAS, ment’s final rule — Safety Zone; East River, Ms. HART, Mr. HOLDEN, Mr. KAN- Manhattan, NY [CGD01-02-090] (RIN: 2115- spond to the impacts of the public use of the Federal lands administered by these agen- JORSKI, Mr. MASCARA, Mr. MURTHA, AA97) received September 9, 2002, pursuant Mr. PETERSON of Pennsylvania, Mr. to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on cies, and for other purposes; with an amendment (Rept. 107–653 Pt. 1). Referred to the PITTS, Mr. PLATTS, Mr. SHERWOOD, Transportation and Infrastructure. Mr. SHUSTER, Mr. TOOMEY, and Mr. 9076. A letter from the Regulations Officer, Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union. WELDON of Pennsylvania): FMCSA, Department of Transportation, H.R. 5367. A bill to name the Department of Mr. REYNOLDS: Committee on Rules. transmitting the Department’s final rule — Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in House Resolution 521. Resolution providing Registration Enforcement [Docket No. Horsham, Pennsylvania, as the ‘‘Victor J. for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5193) to FMCSA-2002-13015] (RIN: 2126-AA78) received Saracini Department of Veterans Affairs amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to September 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Outpatient Clinic’’; to the Committee on allow a deduction to certain taxpayers for el- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- Veterans’ Affairs. ementary and secondary education expenses tation and Infrastructure. By Mr. MURTHA: 9077. A letter from the Chief, Regulations (Rept. 107–654). Referred to the House Cal- H.R. 5368. A bill to amend the National and Administrative Law, USCG, Department endar. Trails System Act to designate the historic of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- DISCHARGE OF COMMITTEE transportation routes in the States of Penn- ment’s final rule — Temporary Require- Pursuant to clause 2 of rule XII the sylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, and Ohio ments for Notification of Arrival in U.S. Committee on Agriculture discharged that led to the forks of the Ohio River in Ports [USCG-2001-10689] (RIN: 2115-AG47) re- from further consideration. H.R. 4622 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, for study for po- ceived September 9, 2002, pursuant to 5 referred to the Committee of the Whole tential addition to the National Trails Sys- U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on tem; to the Committee on Resources. Transportation and Infrastructure. House on the State of the Union. By Mr. RYUN of Kansas: 9078. A letter from the Chief, Regulations f H.R. 5369. A bill to amend the Caribbean and Administrative Law, USCG, Department Basin Economic Recovery Act by allowing of Transportation, transmitting the Depart- REPORTED BILL SEQUENTIALLY duty-free treatment for certain footwear; to ment’s final rule — Safety Zone; San Diego REFERRED the Committee on Ways and Means. Bay, CA [COTP San Diego 02-016] (RIN: 2115- Under clause 2 of rule XII, bills and By Mr. RYUN of Kansas: AA97) received September 9, 2002, pursuant reports were delivered to the Clerk for H.R. 5370. A bill to amend the Caribbean to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Basin Economic Recovery Act by allowing Transportation and Infrastructure. printing, and bills referred as follows: duty-free treatment for certain footwear; to 9079. A letter from the Paralegal Spe- Mr. HANSEN: Committee on Resources. the Committee on Ways and Means. cialist, FAA, Department of Transportation, H.R. 2301. A bill to authorize the Secretary of By Mr. RYUN of Kansas: transmitting the Department’s final rule — the Interior to construct a bridge on Federal H.R. 5371. A bill to amend the Caribbean Airworthiness Directives; Learjet Model 45 land west of and adjacent to Folsom Dam in Basin Economic Recovery Act relating to

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certain import-sensitive articles; to the GEL, Mr. SHOWS, Mr. WYNN, Mr. H.R. 1127: Mr. TERRY. Committee on Ways and Means. BAIRD, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. BOUCHER, Mr. H.R. 1198: Mr. HOEKSTRA. By Mr. RYUN of Kansas: MURTHA, Mr. SPRATT, Mr. DEUTSCH, H.R. 1274: Mr. AKIN. H.R. 5372. A bill to amend the Caribbean Mr. KILDEE, Mr. FARR of California, H.R. 1295: Mr. GUTIERREZ. Basin Economic Recovery Act by allowing Mr. LUTHER, Mr. TIERNEY, Mr. CLAY, H.R. 1310: Mr. MCDERMOTT. duty-free treatment for certain footwear; to Mr. ENGEL, Mr. GONZALEZ, Mr. H.R. 1331: Mr. TERRY. the Committee on Ways and Means. HONDA, Mr. BECERRA, Ms. JACKSON- H.R. 1509: Mr. MCNULTY. By Mr. ARMEY (for himself, Mr. GEP- LEE of Texas, Mr. INSLEE, Ms. H.R. 1520: Mrs. KELLY. HARDT, Mr. HASTERT, Mr. BARTON of SLAUGHTER, Mr. ORTIZ, Mr. SERRANO, H.R. 1731: Mr. STEARNS. Texas, Mr. BEREUTER, Mr. BILIRAKIS, Mr. DAVIS of Florida, Mr. ISRAEL, Mr. H.R. 1786: Mr. RAHALL, Mr. THUNE, Mrs. Mr. BONILLA, Mr. BOOZMAN, Mr. SMITH of Washington, Mr. ROTHMAN, CAPITO, and Mr. MURTHA. H.R. 1859: Mr. MORAN of Virginia. BROWN of South Carolina, Mr. BUYER, Mr. OSBORNE, Mr. GEKAS, Mr. THORN- H.R. 1862: Mr. UNDERWOOD. Mr. CANNON, Mr. COX, Mr. CRENSHAW, BERRY, Mr. HILL, Mr. STENHOLM, Mr. H.R. 1990: Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mrs. CUBIN, Mr. CUNNINGHAM, Mr. BALDACCI, Mr. RAHALL, Mr. WATT of H.R. 2020: Mr. JEFF MILLER of Florida and TOM DAVIS of Virginia, Ms. DUNN, Mr. North Carolina, Mr. MCINTYRE, Ms. Mr. BISHOP. FLETCHER, Mr. FORBES, Mr. GIBBONS, LOFGREN, Mr. HOEFFEL, Mr. MALONEY H.R. 2035: Ms. LEE and Ms. BERKLEY. Mr. GILMAN, Mr. GOSS, Mr. GRAHAM, of Connecticut, Mrs. JONES of Ohio, H.R. 2125: Mr. BARTON of Texas, Mr. HYDE, Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin, Mr. Mr. SAWYER, Ms. SOLIS, Mr. DOOLEY AYWORTH ILLEARY OEK Mr. CALVERT, Mr. WICKER, Mr. CHAMBLISS, H , Mr. H , Mr. H - of California, Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. NAD- STRA, Mr. HORN, Mr. JENKINS, Mr. Mr. NADLER, Mr. BURTON of Indiana, Mr. LER, Mr. KIND, Mr. KLECZKA, Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas, Mrs. KELLY, SANDLIN, Mr. OWENS, and Mr. GUTIERREZ. SANDLIN, Mr. BOSWELL, Mr. COYNE, Mr. KERNS, Mr. KINGSTON, Mr. KIRK, H.R. 2219: Mr. BERKLEY and Mr. LARSEN of Mr. UDALL of Colorado, Ms. BERKLEY, Mr. LAHOOD, Mr. MCHUGH, Mr. Washington. Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island, Mr. MCINNIS, Mrs. MORELLA, Mr. OSE, Mr. H.R. 2290: Mr. GILLMOR and Mr. RAMSTAD. DEFAZIO, Mr. MOORE, Ms. ESHOO, Mrs. PICKERING, Mr. PETRI, Mr. PORTMAN, H.R. 2355 Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia WILSON of New Mexico, Mr. COOKSEY, Ms. PRYCE of Ohio, Mr. PUTNAM, Mr. and Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. TANCREDO, Mr. BARR of Georgia, RILEY, Mr. SCHROCK, Mr. SHERWOOD, H.R. 2357: Mr. BRYANT. Mr. KOLBE, Mr. MORAN of Kansas, Mr. Mr. SIMMONS, Mr. SIMPSON, Mr. SMITH H.R. 2374: Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. JOHNSON of Illinois, Mr. FERGUSON, of Michigan, Mr. TAYLOR of North H.R. 3109: Mr. ROYCE, Ms. DELAURO, Mr. Mr. CULBERSON, Mr. BAKER, Mr. RYUN Carolina, Mr. TOOMEY, Mr. WALSH, HAYWORTH, Mr. DOOLEY of California, and of Kansas, Mr. EHRLICH, Mr. PETER- Mr. WAMP, Mr. WATKINS, Mr. WATTS Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. SON of Pennsylvania, Mr. RADANO- of Oklahoma, Mr. WELLER, Mr. WICK- H.R. 3131: Mr. PAYNE. VICH, Mr. FOLEY, Mr. DUNCAN, Mrs. ER, Mr. WILSON of South Carolina, H.R. 3132: Mr. WAXMAN, Ms. NORTON, Mr. BIGGERT, Mr. PASTOR, Mr. DINGELL, Mr. WOLF, Mr. YOUNG of Florida, Mr. GORDON, Mr. HINCHEY, Mr. UDALL of Colo- Mr. THOMPSON of California, Mr. GOR- GOODLATTE, Mrs. EMERSON, Mr. rado, Mr. ROTHMAN, and Mrs. ROUKEMA. DON, Mr. CARDIN, Mr. ROEMER, and LATOURETTE, Mr. RAMSTAD, Mr. H.R. 3183: Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of ROHRABACHER, Mr. SHAYS, Mr. H.R. 3337: Mr. CAPUANO. Texas): SAXTON, Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky, H.R. 3488: Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD, Ms. H. Con. Res. 464. Concurrent resolution ex- Mr. FOSSELLA, Mr. BALLENGER, Mr. WATSON, Ms. LEE, and Ms. BERKLEY. pressing the sense of the Congress on the an- ROYCE, Mr. REYNOLDS, Mr. WALDEN of H.R. 3612: Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. SERRANO, Mr. Oregon, Mr. LINDER, Mr. MICA, Mr. niversary of the terrorist attacks launched GREEN of Texas, and Mr. PHELPS. CASTLE, Mr. STEARNS, Mr. CALVERT, against the United States on September 11, H.R. 3831: Mr. PHELPS. Mr. THOMAS, Mr. DAN MILLER of Flor- 2001; considered and agreed to. H.R. 3974: Mr. SNYDER. ida, Mr. GUTKNECHT, Mr. BLUNT, Mr. By Mr. COLLINS: H.R. 4018: Mr. LARSEN of Washington. REHBERG, Mr. NETHERCUTT, Mr. H. Con. Res. 465. Concurrent resolution rec- H.R. 4032: Mr. MEEHAN, Mr. BORSKI, Mr. EHLERS, Mr. BRADY of Texas, Mr. ognizing, applauding, and supporting the ef- RODRIGUEZ, and Mr. EVANS. HOBSON, Mr. LOBIONDO, Ms. PELOSI, forts of the Army Aviation Heritage Founda- H.R. 4483: Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. FROST, Mr. MENENDEZ, Ms. tion, a nonprofit organization incorporated H.R. 4575: Ms. HARMAN. NGEL DELAURO, Mr. HOLDEN, Mr. CRAMER, in the State of Georgia, to utilize veteran H.R. 4602: Mr. E . H.R. 4611: Mr. UDALL of Colorado and Mr. Mr. TURNER, Mr. HOYER, Mr. aviators of the Armed Forces and former BONIOR. HASTINGS of Florida, Mr. THOMPSON Army Aviation aircraft to inspire Americans H.R. 4614: Mr. LANTOS. of Mississippi, Ms. HARMAN, Mr. and to ensure that our Nation’s military leg- H.R. 4636: Mr. DEAL of Georgia, Mr. SCHAF- HOLT, Mr. WEXLER, Mr. MARKEY, Ms. acy and heritage of service are never forgot- FER, Mr. KINGSTON, Mr. BONILLA, Mr. COBLE, VELAZQUEZ, Mr. GREEN of Texas, Mr. ten; to the Committee on Armed Services. Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California, and Mr. BARCIA, Ms. NORTON, Mr. WU, Mr. By Mr. MORAN of Kansas (for himself SESSIONS. MCDERMOTT, Mr. PHELPS, Mr. and Mr. MOORE): H.R. 4696: Mr. LATHAM. ACEVEDO-VILA, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mr. H. Con. Res. 466. Concurrent resolution rec- H.R. 4718: Mr. POMEROY and Mr. STUPAK. TANNER, Mr. HINOJOSA, Mr. PALLONE, ognizing the significance of bread in Amer- H.R. 4720: Mr. ABERCROMBIE. Mr. UNDERWOOD, Mr. MEEKS of New ican history, culture, and daily diet; to the H.R. 4743: Ms. BERKLEY. York, Mr. CROWLEY, Ms. KILPATRICK, Committee on Government Reform. H.R. 4757: Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. ACKERMAN, Ms. HOOLEY of Or- By Mr. OSE: H.R. 4789: Mr. KINGSTON. egon, Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, Mrs. H. Res. 522. A resolution expressing grati- H.R. 4790: Mr. KINGSTON. MCCARTHY of New York, Mr. GUTIER- tude for the foreign guest laborers, known as H.R. 4809: Mr. ENGLISH. REZ, Mr. BORSKI, Mr. BISHOP, Mr. Braceros, who worked in the United States during the period from 1942 to 1964; to the H.R. 4890: Mr. MCNULTY. JACKSON of Illinois, Mr. MCGOVERN, H.R. 4916: Mr. GUTIERREZ, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. BERRY, Ms. MCCOLLUM, Mr. Committee on Education and the Workforce. By Mr. WATTS of Oklahoma (for him- Mr. BORSKI, Mr. RODRIGUEZ, Mr. EVANS, and LYNCH, Mr. ROSS, Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Mr. STRICKLAND. self and Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON Mr. WEINER, Mr. BLAGOJEVICH, Mr. H.R. 4950: Mr. PAUL, Mr. HOSTETTLER, and of Texas): LANTOS, Mr. PASCRELL, Mr. FILNER, Mr. CALVERT. H. Res. 523. A resolution recognizing the Mr. WAXMAN, Mr. PETERSON of Min- H.R. 4979: Mr. ROTHMAN, Mr. BLUMENAUER, contributions of historically Black colleges nesota, Mr. LAFALCE, Ms. CARSON of Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. SANDERS, and Ms. MCCOL- and universities; to the Committee on Edu- Indiana, Mr. FORD, Mr. MORAN of Vir- LUM. cation and the Workforce. ginia, Mr. MATSUI, Mr. BERMAN, Ms. H.R. 5026: Mr. DUNCAN. MILLENDER-MCDONALD, Mr. OLVER, f H.R. 5027: Mr. DUNCAN. Mr. MCNULTY, Mr. OBERSTAR, Mrs. H.R. 5033: Ms. PRYCE of Ohio. MALONEY of New York, Ms. WATSON, ADDITIONAL SPONSORS H.R. 5052: Mr. GOODE and Mr. JONES of Mr. LUCAS of Kentucky, Ms. RIVERS, Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors North Carolina. Mr. COSTELLO, Mrs. CAPPS, Mr. SABO, were added to public bills and resolu- H.R. 5061: Ms. RIVERS and Mr. FROST. Mr. MEEHAN, Mr. CAPUANO, Ms. KAP- H.R. 5073: Mr. KUCINICH. TUR, Mr. BOYD, Mr. LARSON of Con- tions as follows: H.R. 5085: Mr. CANTOR, Mr. WILSON of necticut, Mr. BACA, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, H.R. 356: Mr. WATKINS and Mr. WILSON of South Carolina, Mrs. KELLY, Mr. SKELTON, Mr. KANJORSKI, Mr. HALL of Texas, South Carolina. Mr. LARSEN of Washington, Mr. DOYLE, Mr. Ms. MCCARTHY of Missouri, Mrs. H.R. 664: Mr. GUTIERREZ. LIPINSKI, and Mrs. CUBIN. MEEK of Florida, Mr. CUMMINGS, Mr. H.R. 699: Mr. SANDLIN. H.R. 5086: Mr. SHADEGG. POMEROY, Ms. DEGETTE, Mr. BAR- H.R. 822: Mr. BACA. H.R. 5098: Mr. SANDLIN. RETT, Mr. DOYLE, Mr. GEORGE MILLER H.R. 923: Mr. GUTKNECHT. H.R. 5125: Mr. SHERMAN. of California, Mr. LIPINSKI, Ms. ROY- H.R. 1001: Mr. DEAL of Georgia., H.R. 5146: Mr. SHAYS, Mr. MARKEY, Ms. BAL-ALLARD, Mr. SANDERS, Mr. RAN- H.R. 1111: Mr. CARSON of Oklahoma. SLAUGHTER, and Mr. BOEHLERT.

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H.R. 5158: Mr. HINCHEY and Ms. LEE. H.R. 5309: Mr. REHBERG. H. Con. Res. 221: Mr. COX, Mr. KIRK, Mr. H.R. 5159: Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. H.R. 5310: Mr. HANSEN. BARTON of Texas, Mr. ROSS, Mr. SIMMONS, H.R. 5173: Mr. RILEY. H.R. 5316: Mr. WATKINS. Mr. STARK, and Mrs. KELLY. H.R. 5183: Mr. FRANK. H.R. 5317: Mr. FERGUSON and Mr. ROGERS of H. Con. Res. 269: Mr. KNOLLENBERG. H.R. 5191: Mr. MEEHAN. Michigan. H.R. 5196: Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island, H. Con. Res. 327: Mr. BLUNT. H.R. 5326: Mrs. TAUSCHER, Mr. THOMPSON of Mr. JEFF MILLER of Florida, and Mr. H. Con. Res. 351: Mr. SIMMONS, Mr. HILL- California, Mr. SHERMAN, Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. MALONEY of Connecticut. IARD, Ms. WATSON, Mrs. TAUSCHER, Ms. RIV- HASTINGS of Florida, Mr. TOWNS, Mr. CLAY, H.R. 5213: Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN, Mr. CLYBURN, ERS, Mrs. JONES of Ohio, Mr. CAPUANO, Mr. Mr. OSE, Mr. WATTS of Oklahoma, and Mr. Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi, Ms. WATERS, BROWN of Ohio, Mrs. MALONEY of New York, HILL. Mr. WATT of North Carolina, Ms. CARSON of Mr. DEFAZIO, Mr. NADLER, Mr. MORAN of Vir- H.R. 5330: Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Indiana, Mr. HILLIARD, Mr. CONYERS, and Ms. ginia, Mr. FATTAH, Mr. PETERSON of Pennsyl- H.R. 5334: Mr. SHIMKUS, Mr. KENNEDY of LEE. vania, Mr. LARSEN of Washington, Mr. VIS- Rhode Island, Mr. ABERCROMBIE, Mrs. H.R. 5214: Mr. CANTOR, Mr. BROWN of South CLOSKY, Mr. BORSKI, and Mr. DOGGETT. MORELLA, Mr. MCNULTY, Mr. MCHUGH, Mr. Carolina, and Mr. COOKSEY. H. Con. Res. 433: Mr. DUNCAN. FROST, and Mr. RANGEL. H.R. 5234: Mr. ANDREWS, Mr. DOYLE, and H. Res. 348: Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD. ROST H.R. 5340: Mr. MATSUI, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. Mr. F . H. Res. 398: Mr. SHAW and Mr. DEUTSCH. H.R. 5250: Mr. FRANK, Mr. HASTINGS of STARK, Ms. ESHOO, Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Mr. H. Res. 499: Mr. DOYLE, Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. Florida, Mr. LARSEN of Washington, Mr. ROHRABACHER, Mrs. CAPPS, and Mr. FILNER. BERMAN, Mr. WAXMAN, and Mr. WEXLER. RODRIGUEZ, and Mr. SMITH of Washington. H.J. Res. 59: Mr. EVERETT. H.R. 5272: Ms. RIVERS. H. Con. Res. 20: Mr. CARSON of Oklahoma. H. Res. 512: Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. H.R. 5287: Mr. COOKSEY and Mr. MCGOVERN. H. Con. Res. 99: Mr. WEXLER and Mr. MEE- H. Res. 518: Mr. FILNER, Mr. SANDLIN, Mr. H.R. 5300: Mr. MARKEY. HAN. FRANK, and Mr. BACA.

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Vol. 148 WASHINGTON, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2002 No. 114 Senate The Senate met at 11 a.m. and was APPOINTMENT OF ACTING Senators who are here and have not called to order by the Honorable TIM PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE gone home to their States try to be in JOHNSON, a Senator from the State of The PRESIDING OFFICER. The the Chamber for the moment of si- South Dakota. clerk will please read a communication lence. I hope all Senators will be here. I also announce that the two leaders to the Senate from the President pro The Chaplain, Dr. Lloyd John are going to speak prior to the noon tempore (Mr. BYRD). Ogilvie, offered the following prayer: moment of silence. The minority lead- The legislative clerk read the fol- Almighty God, on this day of remem- er is going to speak at 20 till the hour, lowing letter: brance and resolve, we praise You for and the majority leader will speak at the way You brought us through those U.S. SENATE, 10 till the hour. PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE, dark hours of September 11 a year ago. Washington, DC, September 11, 2002. f You were our refuge and strength, a To the Senate: IN REMEMBRANCE OF SEPTEMBER very present help in trouble. We relive Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, 11, 2001 the anxious memories of that infamous of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby day of attacks of terrorism on the appoint the Honorable TIM JOHNSON, a Sen- Mr. REID. Mr. President, we all have World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and ator from the State of South Dakota, to per- been touched by the events at the Pen- the airliner crashed in Pennsylvania. form the duties of the Chair. tagon this morning. As I walked in, Today, as a Nation, we mourn for those ROBERT C. BYRD, there was a woman whom I do not President pro tempore. who lost their lives as a result of these know, but she is symbolic of the sac- violent acts of treachery against our Mr. JOHNSON thereupon assumed rifices that people have made. Her face Nation. We deepen our ongoing inter- the Chair as Acting President pro tem- had been burned very badly, she had no cession for their loved ones. Continue pore. hands, and her arms had been burned. to comfort them, help them to endure f This is what the terrorist activity is the loneliness of grief, and grant them all about. RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME Your peace. Particularly, we pray for This innocent woman, who never did the families of the firefighters, police The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- anything to anyone, has been subjected officers, and military personnel who pore. Under the previous order, the to this physical torture. It goes without saying that she has gone through died seeking to save others. Care for leadership time is reserved. and will go through many skin grafts the thousands of children who lost a f and other such procedures so that she parent in these catastrophes. can learn to use her prosthetic hands, When we turned over to You our MORNING BUSINESS The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- which she does not have yet. anger, dismay, and grief, you gave us It used to be when a building was pore. Under the previous order, there the courage to press on. Thank You for constructed, they had a ceremony, on will now be a period for the transaction the strong, unified leadership of the every major construction, called the of morning business, with Senators President and this Senate in the after- laying of the chief cornerstone. What permitted to speak therein for up to 10 math of 9/11 and for the decisive en- does that mean? It means that the minutes each. gagement of the insidious enemy of final stone in the foundation of that terrorism throughout the world. May f building will be laid. this be a day of renewed resolve to Why did people celebrate that event? press on. Protect us from further at- RECOGNITION OF THE ACTING MAJORITY LEADER They celebrated because they knew if tacks. Quiet our fears as we reaffirm that building had a strong foundation, our trust in You. You are our Lord and The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- it would be fine. Saviour. Amen. pore. The Senator from Nevada. In our life in America, that founda- f f tion, that chief cornerstone is the Con- stitution of the United States. That PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE SCHEDULE little document that people speak The Honorable TIM JOHNSON led the Mr. REID. Mr. President, there will about in this Chamber—led by, more Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: be, as the Chair has announced, morn- than anyone else, Senator BYRD—is the I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the ing business basically all day. At noon, chief cornerstone of this great democ- United States of America, and to the Repub- there will be a moment of silence in racy. lic for which it stands, one nation under God, recognition of the events of September As we are forced to remember these indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. 11. Both leaders have asked that those events of September 11—because it is

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. S8476 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 easy not to put unpleasant thoughts in their loss, and their struggle to heal. knew the sentiment of the folks who our minds—as we are forced to remem- We remember our personal losses, our lived on that farm and in that region. ber these events, and rightfully so, we pain, even our anger, and, of course, September 11, 9/11, just those words have to remember that this country our tears. evoke sentiments and memories of has a firm foundation because the chief We remember the shock of seeing where we were and what we did on that cornerstone of the foundation of this massive metal towers collapse as if day of tragedy. As we remember those country is our Constitution. they were Erector Sets that our grand- vile terrorist attacks of one year ago, Today, of course, is the first anniver- children constructed. We have seen for many of us the emotions and shock, sary of the September 11 terrorist at- these massive metal towers reduced to the disbelief and horror that we experi- tacks on America. On this day we re- rubble. We all remember the fire and enced individually and as a people and member, as we will do every year on the smoke. a nation are still fresh. Those memo- September 11, those tragic events that I will never forget leaving room 219, ries, however, continue to strengthen our Nation experienced on September after Senator DASCHLE told us we had our resolve in the same way that our 11, 2001. to evacuate the building, looking out Nation was forged together after those What happened in New York, at the the window and seeing the smoke bil- vile attacks a year ago. Pentagon, and in Pennsylvania has left lowing out of the Pentagon where we Today, we view our Nation in a fun- many of us—in fact, all of us—with were this morning. We remember, damentally new light. We have a great- memories and strong emotions. I know though, the effort to rebuild the Pen- er understanding of the freedoms we that Nevadans were deeply affected by tagon. We remember the generosity enjoy and how vital it is that they be guarded, preserved, and even fought the terrorist attacks in the aftermath, and spirit of Americans coming to- for, if necessary. We have a greater ap- and I feel good about how people in Ne- gether to offer kindness, money, com- preciation for a country that respects vada have reacted. passion, and consolation. We remember people of diverse backgrounds, cul- We were hurt very badly. Our No. 1 the sympathy expressed by foreign gov- tures, and religious beliefs. We have business is tourism, and tourism took a ernments. As the President expressed poured out our hearts and our assist- terrible blow. But those business entre- this morning, some 90 foreign govern- ance to those who were injured and the preneurs, people who worked for those ments—I think it was the President; families of those who lost a dear one. large corporations, and the people who maybe it was Secretary Rumsfeld—are We view firefighters, police officers, worked for the small businesses recog- helping us in our battle in Afghanistan. first responders, with much greater ap- nized that time would solve the prob- We remember that individuals all preciation, whether they are the brave lems, that time would heal a lot of the over the world opened their arms and men and women of the battalions in tourism problems, and it has. We are their hearts to America. We remember New York City or northern Virginia or not back to where we were, but we are the gruesome images so vivid that they in communities large and small all OK. I am proud of how the people of the are etched in our minds, and we re- across our United States of America. State of Nevada have reacted. member how the spirit of our Nation These men and women were trans- We also have had from the State of was awakened, how Americans dem- formed on that day into our heroes. We Nevada a pouring out of sympathy, onstrated resilience and resolve. We re- will forever remember the thousands of comfort, and consolation for those who member how the country united to sup- innocent men, women, and children were killed and hurt. We lost a teacher port the war on terrorism. We remem- who were killed at the World Trade in the terrorism attacks, a teacher at ber the soldiers who were killed as part Center and in a field in Somerset Coun- Palo Verde High School. We lost two of our military efforts in Afghanistan. ty, PA. soldiers who were killed in action. So We remember, and we must always re- This Senator will remember the 184 we will always remember what hap- member, the firm foundation of our patriots at the Pentagon and on Amer- pened. country. We are a country guided by ican Airlines flight 77 who lost their As individuals and in private, we will the Constitution of the United States, lives on Virginia soil. It is indeed the often reflect on this national tragedy. which separates us from the rest of the heroes and the innocent patriotic vic- We cannot confine our memories to a world. That is why we have remained a tims we will remember the most. The single day or be guided by the calendar, strong, vibrant democracy for more images of flags raised, the solemn sa- but September 11 will forever be the than 200 years. lute of rescuers to their fallen com- day that we collectively, as a nation, The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- rades, and people who were rushing as a people, as America remember. We pore. The Senator from Virginia. into burning buildings on the verge of remember those whose lives were ended Mr. ALLEN. I ask unanimous consent collapsing hoping to just save one more so suddenly and violently, not knowing to speak on this matter for as much life. what happened. time as I may consume. They and the freedom-loving patriots We remember the firefighters. We re- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- across our great Nation stand in stark member the police officers—the fire- pore. Without objection, it is so or- contrast to those who only know hate, fighters are New York’s bravest, the dered. destruction, and oppression. police officers are New York’s finest— Mr. ALLEN. Mr. President, I rise We also see that in a time of trial, or- and all other emergency and rescue today to offer my thoughts on this very dinary people of all walks of life per- workers who accepted the risks in solemn day of remembrance as we all form with extraordinary courage and rushing into burning buildings giving return from a magnificent ceremony at dignity. We remember people such as their lives, suffering physical and men- the Pentagon observing all that is LTC Ted Anderson, who carried two of tal injury to help save the lives of peo- strong and good and awesome about the injured from the burning Pentagon ple they did not know. our country. and reentered through a broken win- We remember the sacrifice, the self- I thank the Senator from Nevada for dow to drag out two more, one whose lessness, the heroism, and the courage his very poignant words of empathy, as clothes were on fire; 1SG Rick Keevill of all of those who offered aid. We must well as his understanding of the foun- and Virginia State Troopers Mike Mid- remember those who survived and the dations of our country. Nevada, as all dleton and Myrlin Wimbish, who en- thousands who did not. We must re- States, was hit hard. tered the Pentagon three separate member the parents, grandparents, We saw the outpouring of compassion times looking for victims; LCDR David children, sisters, brothers, wives, hus- all over this country, and I will share Tarantino, who moved a pile of rubble bands, partners, and friends who have some of those stories. I recall in Au- enough to pull a man from the Pen- been robbed of not a weekend, not a gust driving across a lonely two-lane tagon just before the roof collapsed; week, not a month, not a year, but road in South Dakota, which would other Pentagon heroes such as SSG they have been robbed of their loved eventually get to the Badlands. There Christopher Braman; LTC Victor ones forever. was a big bale of hay on the side of the Correa; SGT Roxane Cruz-Cortes; MAJ From the stories they have shared, road which had painted on it the Amer- John Grote; LTC Robert Grunewald; we remember not only the deaths but ican flag. It showed the spirit of that COL Philip McNair; CPT Darrell Oli- the lives of their loved ones, remember farm. We did not see any people, but we ver; SP Michael Petrovich; SGM Tony September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8477 Rose; LTC Marilyn Wills; and CPT Pancakes in Bristol, VA, an IHOP Asia S. Cotton David Thomas. owned by an American who came here Lt. Commander Eric A. Cranford The Senator from Nevada, Mr. REID, from Lebanon. I asked him a few Ada M. Davis mentioned a woman who I think was months later how his business was. He James D. Debeuneure Capt. Gerald F. Deconto Mrs. Kurtz at the Pentagon. Mrs. Lou- said right after the attacks, for a few Rodney Dickens ise Kurtz, though severely burned her- weeks, there were hardly any cus- Lt. Commander Jerry D. Dickerson self, valiantly tended to the needs of tomers. But then a Methodist Church Eddie A. Dillard others around her. I am introducing in Bristol, on the Virginia-Tennessee Information Systems Technician 1st Class legislation that will change current line, brought up the situation, and ev- Johnnie Doctor, Jr. law so that individuals—such as Mrs. eryone from that church on that Sun- Capt. Robert E. Dolan, Jr. Kurtz, and those in her situation—can day went in with their families and Commander William H. Donovan filled up the IHOP. Since then, others Lt. Commander Charles A. Droz III contribute to her retirement and so Commander Patrick Dunn they will be able to afford to return to were coming back. That is a sign of the Aerographer’s Mate 1st Class Edward T. Ear- work after a very lengthy period of re- decency and the care of communities hart cuperation. across the Nation. Barbara G. Edwards We also remember people such as Five days ago, in New York City, I Lt. Commander Robert R. Elseth Barbara Olson, a passenger on flight 77 had the opportunity to speak to a Charles S. Falkenberg who had the presence of mind to call group of 70 mothers who were pregnant Leslie A. Whittington loved ones on the ground to alert them last September 11, and who were made Dana Falkenberg widows on that terrible day. It has Zoe Falkenberg of the hijacking. Store Keeper 3rd Class Jamie L. Fallon We remember CPT ‘‘Chic’’ Bur- been said that suffering makes kins- J. Joseph Ferguson lingame of flight 77 who died fighting men of us all. While those mothers no Amelia V. Fields off hijackers who commandeered his longer have the physical and emotional Gerald P. Fisher plane and who is now properly buried support of their husbands, and the fa- Darlene E. Flagg at Arlington National Cemetery. These thers of their children, they are now a Rear Adm. Wilson F. Flagg people have all touched our lives. part of our greater American family. In Aerographer’s Mate 2nd Class Matthew M. In talking to Mr. Burlingame’s broth- those babies, all under 1 year, the spir- Flocco Sandra N. Foster ers and sister and wife, I find it note- it and blood of their fathers live on. We 1st Lt. Richard P. Gabriel worthy that at the Arlington National want the babies to grow up with the op- Capt. Lawrence D. Getzfred Cemetery his grave is on the tour and timism of liberty and opportunity and Cortez Ghee people in the tradition of those of the hope that is the spirit of America. Brenda C. Gibson Jewish faith will put rocks on his head- These young children represent not Col. Ronald F. Golinski stone. That is very touching to the just a birth but a rebirth, a rebirth and Ian J. Gray family and shows the unity and appre- a rededication of the strength and Diane Hale-McKinzy unity of our Nation and her great, car- Stanley R. Hall ciation of a grateful nation. Carolyn B. Halmon We also remember the survivors, sur- ing people as we move forward. Indeed, Michele M. Heidenberger vivors such as Stephen Push, whose our Nation will be changed for genera- Sheila M.S. Hein wife Lisa Raines perished in the Pen- tions by the tragic events of a single Electronics Technician 1st Class Ronald J. tagon and who has become a forceful day and all those that followed Sep- Hemenway and articulate spokesman for victims tember 11. We pray for the souls of all Maj. Wallace Cole Hogan, Jr. and families. that we lost that day and their sur- Staff Sgt. Jimmie I. Holley I will always remember, and thought viving families as well. Angela M. Houtz Brady Kay Howell of it last night while driving home, a As a Senator from Virginia, for the Peggie M. Hurt young boy, a neighbor, a friend of my permanent RECORD of our Republic, I Lt. Col. Stephen N. Hyland, Jr. children whose name is Nick Jacoby. ask unanimous consent to have printed Lt. Col. Robert J. Hymel He lost his father on flight 77. the names of all the men, women, and Sgt. Maj. Lacey B. Ivory There are stories all over our com- children who perished in that attack Bryan C. Jack munities and Nation. We also, of on Virginia soil. Steven D. Jacoby course, remember the quiet dignity of There being no objection, the mate- Lt. Col. Dennis M. Johnson rial was ordered to be printed in the Judith L. Jones people such as Lisa Beamer who helped Ann C. Judge keep their loved ones very much alive RECORD, as follows: Brenda Kegler for all of us. Her husband Todd, who THE 184 VICTIMS WHO PERISHED AT THE Chandler R. Keller said, ‘‘Let’s roll,’’ led an uprising with PENTAGON ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 Yvonne E. Kennedy several other patriots against the hi- Paul W. Ambrose Norma Cruz Khan jackers of flight 93 and saved hundreds, Specialist Craig S. Amundson Karen Ann Kincaid if not thousands, of lives at the Capitol Yeoman 3rd Class Melissa Rose Barnes Lt. Michael S. Lamana and in the Washington, DC, area. Re- Master Sgt. Max J. Beilke David W. Laychak Yeneneh Betru Dong Chul Lee cent reports recognize their likely tar- Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Jennifer Lewis get was this building. Kris Romeo Bishundat Kenneth E. Lewis We will remember countless others Carrie R. Blagburn Sammantha L. Lightbourn-Allen whose courageous efforts saved lives Col. Canfield D. Boone Maj. Stephen V. Long and provided comfort. We will remem- Mary Jane Booth James T. Lynch, Jr. ber and we will thank them for their Donna M. Bowen Terrace M. Lynch extraordinary, inspirational dignity Allen P. Boyle Operations Specialist 2nd Class Nehamon and their character. We will also re- Bernard C. Brown II Lyons IV Electronics Technician 3rd Class Christopher Shelley A. Marshall member the construction workers, the L. Burford Teresa M. Martin hard-hat patriots of the Phoenix Capt. Charles F. Burlingame III Ada L. Mason-Acker project who worked around the clock Electronic Technician 3rd Class Daniel M. Lt. Col. Dean E. Mattson in their inspiring efforts to rebuild the Caballero Lt. Gen. Timothy J. Maude Pentagon in plenty of time for employ- Sgt. 1st Class Jose O. Calderon-Olmedo Robert J. Maxwell ees to move in before the 1-year anni- Suzanne M. Calley Rene´e A. May versary. Angelene C. Carter Molly L. McKenzie We will remember folks from a Sharon A. Carver Dora Marie Menchaca church that made quilts, the Christ William E. Caswell Patricia E. Mickley Sgt. 1st Class John J. Chada Maj. Ronald D. Milam Baptist Church from Prince William in Rosa Maria Chapa Gerald P. Moran, Jr. Manassas, a magnificent quilt with the David M. Charlebois Odessa V. Morris names of all who died. Also, we will re- Sara M. Clark Electronics Technician 1st Class Brian A. member the International House of Julian T. Cooper Moss S8478 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 Teddington H. Moy one of the few things found from Cap- So today we find strength in each Lt. Commander Patrick J. Murphy tain Burlingame, other than his wed- other. We find strength in the acts of Christopher C. Newton ding ring. He had a picture of his moth- heroism, and the acts of simple human- Khang Ngoc Nguyen er and a prayer. They gave this to me ity, that took place on September 11 Illustrator-Draftsman 2nd Class Michael A. Noeth a couple hours ago at the ceremony at and in the aftermath of the attacks: Barbara K. Olson the Pentagon. the bravery of the first responders at Ruben S. Ornedo I share it with my colleagues and the World Trade Center and the Pen- Diana B. Padro Americans. It is entitled: ‘‘I Did Not tagon, and the acts of kindness of Lt. Jonas M. Panik Die,’’ by Mary Frye. Americans all over the country who do- Maj. Clifford L. Patterson, Jr. Do not stand at my grave and weep; nated blood, observed moments of si- Robert Penninger I am not there, I do not sleep. lence, or flew the flag in a show of pa- Robert R. Ploger III I am a thousand winds that blow. triotism and support. Zandra F. Ploger I am the diamond glints on snow. Each of these acts, however large or Capt. Jack D. Punches I am the sunlight on ripened grain. Aviation Anti-Submarine Warfare Operator small, contributed to our growing faith I am the gentle autumn rain. in the Nation’s recovery, and in each 1st Class Joseph J. Pycior, Jr. When you awaken in the morning’s hush Lisa J. Raines I am the swift uplifting rush other. Deborah A. Ramsaur Of quiet birds in circled flight. I was deeply proud of the many Wis- Rhonda Sue Rasmussen I’m the soft stars that shine at night. consinites who reached out to the vic- Information Systems Technician 1st Class Do not stand at my grave and cry; tims of September 11 and their fami- Marsha D. Ratchford I am not there, I did not die. lies. Volunteers from around the state Martha M. Reszke Never forget. We will never forget. flocked to disaster relief organizations Todd H. Reuben to donate money and donate their time Cecelia E. (Lawson) Richard We will always remember this day that Edward V. Rowenhorst forged America together. These hor- to support the victims of the attacks. Judy Rowlett rific events have strengthened our A number of Wisconsin volunteers Sgt. Maj. Robert E. Russell unity of purpose and resolve as Ameri- also traveled to the World Trade Cen- Chief Warrant Officer 4th Class William R. cans, that we stand strong together for ter to support the rescue workers. That Ruth liberty. I hope and pray that as long as desire all of us felt to do something, Charles E. Sabin, Sr. God continues to bless our United anything we could to help the victims Majorie C. Salamone States and indeed blesses the entire of the attacks ran deep in my state, as John P. Sammartino it did everywhere across the country. Col. David M. Scales world with people of such courage, integrity, and character, that liberty and Just as the firefighters and police on Commander Robert A. Schlegel 9/11 redefined bravery and heroism, in Janice M. Scott justice will endure and prevail. Lt. Col. Michael L. Selves The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- the uncertain days that followed, the Marian H. Serva ator from Wisconsin. Americans who reached out to help the Commander Dan F. Shanower Mr. FEINGOLD. Mr. President, today victims and their families redefined Antionette M. Sherman I come to the floor to remember, to re- generosity and patriotism. Diane M. Simmons flect, to try to somehow do justice to A number of companies in Wisconsin, George W. Simmons the memory of those lost to us on Sep- as so many businesses nationwide, also Donald D. Simmons tember 11. The tremendous grief we felt donated to the rescue efforts. Fire Cheryle D. Sincock then, and still feel so sharply today, truck manufacturers such as Pierce Information Systems Technician Chief Gregg makes this anniversary a painful one Manufacturing of Appleton, WI, and H. Smallwood Marion Body Works of Marion, WI, do- Lt. Col. Gary F. Smith for all of us as a nation, and as a peo- Mari-Rae Sopper ple. nated critical replacement equipment Robert Speisman The anguish of that day will always to the New York City Fire Department. Lt. Darin H. Pontell be with us, but those of us who wit- Seagrave Fire Apparatus of Scott Powell nessed those acts of terror on our tele- Clintonville, WI, rallied to complete Patricia J. Statz vision screens know that we cannot previously ordered equipment for the Edna L. Stephens imagine the suffering of those who per- New York City Fire Department in the Norma Lang Steuerle ished in the attacks, or those who sur- wake of the attacks, and sent staff to Sgt. Maj. Larry L. Strickland vived them. New York to help the Department re- Hilda E. Taylor pair damaged equipment. Lt. Col. Kip P. Taylor The families and friends of those who Leonard E. Taylor died must live with terrible loss, and These efforts reaffirmed our faith Sandra C. Taylor those who survived must live with that Americans would rise to this chal- Sandra D. Teague searing memories. lenge, as we have so many times Lt. Col. Karl W. Teepe No passage of time can ever erase the throughout our Nation’s history. And Sgt. Tamara C. Thurman emotions of that day. But 1 year later, we are rising to that challenge. Lt. Commander Otis V. Tolbert we also know that no passage of time It has not been easy, and I frankly Staff Sgt. Willie Q. Troy can diminish the legacy left behind by don’t believe that all the choices we Lt. Commander Ronald J. Vauk those who perished. They will always have made have been the right ones. Lt. Commander Karen J. Wagner be with us, living on in the family and But that has never affected the pride I Meta L. (Fuller) Waller feel to be an American during this ex- Specialist Chin Sun Pak Wells friends who loved them. Staff Sgt. Maudlyn A. White No passage of time will allow us to traordinary time in our history. I Sandra L. White regain what was so tragically lost on couldn’t be more proud of the way Ernest M. Willcher that morning. But one year later, with Americans have come together in the Lt. Commander David L. Williams the passage of time, we see so clearly wake of this tragedy, and I have been Maj. Dwayne Williams what was briefly obscured by smoke privileged to serve in the Senate during Radioman Chief Marvin Roger Woods and fear and disbelief. We see the this last year. Capt. John D. Yamnicky, Sr. strength of the people around us—their What we as a nation have accom- Vicki Yancey everyday heroism, their generosity, plished over the last year, and what we Information Systems Technician 2nd Class will accomplish in the years to come to Kevin W. Yokum and their humanity. Information Systems Technician Chief Don- No passage of time can change what meet the challenge of terrorism, will ald M. Young happened on September 11. But the last be our mark on history, not just as a Edmond G. Young, Jr. year has shown us that when our Na- Congress but as a generation. Lisa L. Young tion was tested by terror, we did not It is of course impossible to summa- Shuyin Yang falter, and most of all we did not fail rize what happened on 9/11 and what it Yuguang Zheng each other. We rose together to meet means. There were so many moments— Mr. ALLEN. I add in closing, the the challenges before us, and we found public and private, captured on film Burlingame family, wife and surviving that together we were capable of more and also lost to history—that make up brother and sister, gave me a replica of than we ever imagined. our collective memory of that day. September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8479 The New York Times section ‘‘Por- so much compassion, and so much gen- Mr. THOMAS. Mr. President, I appre- traits of Grief,’’ however, is one laud- erosity. ciate the opportunity to share some able effort to pay tribute to the vic- Finally, time has brought renewal. It thoughts about this day. tims as individuals by remembering has renewed our strength, our hope, We all have memories, of course, of a and celebrating each of their lives. and our faith in each other. year ago. They are so clear after a These brief stories of the victims’ lives So it is with this resolve, this resil- year. Nothing like that has ever hap- remind us that the people who died ience, and this sense of renewal that we pened in this country. We remember it that day were from every walk of life, move forward, in the name of those as we see it again on TV today. We have had a year to react, to rec- from all over the country, and from all who perished, dedicated to fighting ter- ognize and accept the fact that it did over the world. They remind us of what ror, and united by our faith in this happen. The unbelievable thing, shock- America truly is—a sea of nationalities great and free Nation. and ethnicities never before seen in ing as it was, did happen. But we have I yield the floor. also had the time to change from the human history. The bitter irony of al- Mr. STEVENS. Mr. President, in the Qaida’s desire to kill Americans is that immediate anger that we had, and the morning hours of September 11 our na- disbelief, to a commitment and resolu- people from every corner of the world tion endured a terrible tragedy. tion to do all that is necessary to make have become citizens of this Nation. Though thousands of miles from the certain that it does not happen again. Like places all across America, the crash sites, the response from our We have had this year to increase our World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and ‘‘Last Frontier’’ was overwhelming. loyalty to our country and to our flag, the hijacked planes were filled with Alaskans rushed to aid the victims of to increase our understanding of the people with roots in Africa, Europe, the the terrorist attacks. They volunteered values of freedom and democracy, to Middle East, Asia, and Central and rescue dogs and handlers. They waited commit our resolve to help and support South America. in line for three hours to donate blood. those who have lost loved ones, family These people and their families came Some boarded planes and traveled to members, and friends, to accept the re- here for different reasons, and they Ground Zero to aid in the search and ality that here in the Congress we can likely lived vastly different lives. But rescue efforts. In December, those disagree and have different views on all of them had the chance to be a part Alaskans were still there clearing de- normal, daily issues, but when it comes of this great and free Nation. And all of bris. to protecting our country and to pre- them were senselessly struck down on Alaskans who could not travel to the serving freedom, we all come together. September 11. crash sites offered support in other The events of September 11 have One such man was Ramzi Doany. I ways. Over 10,000 Alaskans signed two clearly changed the way Americans would like to read the story published fifty-foot banners bearing the phrase view the world. We watched the events in the ‘‘Portraits of Grief’’ section of ‘‘Love and Prayers, from the People of unfold. No one will ever forget. Every- the New York Times about this man, Alaska.’’ One banner was presented in one around the world has been touched, who lived for many years in my home New York City by Alaskan firefighters. and we see some of that now. We are state of Wisconsin. The other now hangs in the Pentagon. embroiled in a struggle against people Ramzi Doany amassed friends. He amassed Countless Alaskans donated funds to who do not care about their lives and them with acts of kindness, like tutoring a help victims through the economic have set out to ruin ours. Sadly, we woman with lupus, two children and no hus- lost lives, but we regained a strong hardships brought on by the attacks. In band, to get her through college, or letting commitment to preserving our freedom Kenai, the Firefighters Association pe- his college roommate and the roommate’s and our integrity. wife live in his condo for two years so they titioned our state to name a mountain So all and all, it has been a year of could save money for a down payment on a after St. Florian, the patron saint of house. shock, disbelief, anger, followed by firefighters, as a tribute to firefighters commitment, caring, sharing, patriot- He amassed friends with his sense of killed in the World Trade Center. humor, which filled a room and flourished at ism, and determination. I think we an early age. As a boy of 9 or 10, young This year, Alaskans once again join should be very proud of our fellow Ramzi dug a hole in the backyard for a ter- the nation in mourning and remem- Americans for their commitment, their rible report card and put a stone on top. ‘‘He brance. Today, I attended the Penta- willingness to sacrifice and to give— said it was dead and buried,’’ said his sister, gon’s memorial service, but in my whether it be on the battlegrounds Dina Doany Azzam. home State. Alaskans will pay tribute overseas, whether it be in rescue mis- Mr. Doany was born to Palestinian parents to our heroes in their own unique way. sions or law enforcement, in charity to in Amman, Jordan, and lived for many years Anchorage residents will observe a mo- in Milwaukee. At 35, he devoured the novels the needy, leadership in our country of Dickens, cooked Thanksgiving turkeys ment of silence at 8:46 a.m. Emergency both at the community and national with great pride (even if they were just a bit responders from across Alaska will level, or just caring for our friends and dry) and had just bought a Harley-Davidson gather on Barrow Street in Anchorage neighbors and loving our families. This motorcycle. He chose to work as a forensic and join firefighters and police in a year has put an emphasis in all these accountant last March for Marsh & procession. A memorial wall will be values. McLennan, the insurance brokerage com- erected at Town Square. In Homer, The United States will survive and pany, because it would bring him to New Motzart’s ‘‘Requiem’’ will be performed will strengthen. Freedom will endure, York, a city he loved. The job also brought as part of a worldwide sequence of per- and we thank God for the opportunity him to the World Trade Center. formances beginning at the hour of the to be able to ensure that for our future. It was a funny sort of journey, his sister Mr. President, I yield the floor. said. attack and moving from one time zone to the next. I hope all Alaskans who The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- This man’s journey, like so many pore. The Republican leader. others, was tragically cut short on Sep- cannot participate in these events will attend a memorial and prominently Mr. LOTT. Mr. President, my time tember 11. was to begin at 11:40 and we are a cou- display American flags. On this day, the passage of time is ple of minutes before that time. If I can bittersweet. Whatever the healing pow- I am proud of Alaska’s efforts to take a moment before I begin with ers of time, no passage of years can honor and remember the victims of that, I will seek recognition now. change what happened on September this tragedy. On that fateful morning The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- 11. But the passage of time brings other they gave what Lincoln called the pore. The Senator is recognized. gifts. ‘‘last full measure of devotion.’’ We Mr. LOTT. I acknowledge the fine This last year has brought us re- honor their memory and their sac- statement that was made by Senator solve—the firm resolve to stop terror, rifice. THOMAS and thank him for his efforts to preserve our liberty, and to do jus- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- today to make sure that Senators are tice to the memory of those who died. pore. The Senator from Wyoming. The aware of the opportunity to come to It has also shown us our own resil- Senator is advised that under the pre- the floor of the Senate and pay appro- ience—how Americans, even in the ini- vious order at the hour of 11:40 the Re- priate tribute and recognition, and ex- tial moments of shock and horror of publican leader will be recognized to press the condolences that are so ap- the attacks, showed so much bravery, speak. propriate for that occasion. I want to S8480 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 make sure he was aware of our appre- tries all over the world—and just aver- not be measured in granite and steel, ciation. age people on the streets of other coun- nor even grassy knolls, as in the case Mr. THOMAS. I thank the Repub- tries. They come up and express their of Pennsylvania. We have rebuilt a wall lican leader. condolences and their support. of resolve, of determination, and of Mr. LOTT. Mr. President, this day, Yesterday I met with the President steady purpose. September 11, is its own memorial. A of Bulgaria and the Prime Minister of We have renewed trust in our leader- year ago I got a call from my daughter, Portugal. Their comments were so re- ship, and in one another, yes. We will expressing her horror and her sorrow assuring and satisfying. They have disagree on this floor and we will argue on this, her birthday—and only 2 weeks done their part. Bulgaria—yes. Bul- about the best way to do the homeland after her new daughter was born. She garia has had troops in Afghanistan security part and what should be the talked about how ‘‘I will just change and, fortunately, has stood with us and limitations on terror insurance. That my birth date. I will celebrate it a day will stay with us in the future. is what democracy is all about. But in earlier.’’ She asked me, ‘‘What exactly We have been hurt deeply. But our the end we have been able to find a way is this situation in this world I have observance of this day is about more over the past year to come together brought my daughter into?’’ than grief, it is about more than anger, and get a result. That is through deter- It struck me that she would have and it is about more than appreciation. mination and a steady purpose. those questions and those concerns, It is about valor and courage beyond We have renewed trust in ways that I and what she had seen that day. She words adequate to describe what has hope will stay with us for a long time. worried about what it means for the fu- happened and how we feel. It is about We have rediscovered in our shared sor- ture. compassion and it is about a unity of row the power of a truly free society to I talked to her this morning on her spirit. overcome the enemies of freedom. birthday. She celebrates her birthday I have felt that I have seen it as I These are our battlements and these today, as she should—not just because have gone across this country. I do not are our armaments, and their might is it was the day she was born but be- know how many States I have been in going to be felt both here at home and cause she now realizes that in some over the past year—but a lot of them, in lands far away—until the hand of ways, in spite of her horror, this is an and there is a different feeling. When terror is crushed and the work of jus- even more special day—this is Patriots people sing ‘‘God Bless America’’ and tice is done. Day. start taking the Pledge of Allegiance Again, we extend our heartfelt condo- So my special pen from the Pentagon to the flag, they sing and speak dif- lences to those family members who service will go to my daughter on this ferently—with a little more gusto. But lost loved ones last year. We remind day because I think in a way how she it is not about a flag, although that is ourselves of how heroes were born on felt a year ago and how she feels today what becomes so much a symbol of that date out of that horror, and we re- reflects what we have all gone through what we are experiencing internally. dedicate ourselves to the purpose of and what we have experienced. And it is not solely even about individ- preserving this great young Republic The truth is that this day doesn’t uals. It is about ideas and principles— and all the freedoms for which it really require any speeches or cere- the values that have made this country stands. monies, though we certainly will have what it is. I yield the floor. them all day long. We really need no In this body, we don’t take an oath to The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- monument to remind us of the suf- people or an oath to a person. We take pore. The majority leader. fering and sorrow that befell our coun- an oath to the Constitution. So that Mr. DASCHLE. Mr. President, I begin try 1 year ago today. unity of spirit has really been so obvi- by complimenting the distinguished As we sat there next to the wall of ous since I have gone into States in Republican leader on his eloquence and the Pentagon, I kept thinking about New England and the South and the his message this morning. the innocent men, women, and children West and the far West. It is about faith It was 1 year ago today that many of who lost their lives so inexplicably and that looks through death and a con- us turned on our television and saw so mercilessly on that day. But I also solation beyond all human assurance. what we could only imagine at the think about those who tried so hard This morning, when we joined Presi- time was a horrible, horrible accident. that day to save people’s lives with dent Bush at the Pentagon to formally Soon we realized that it was no acci- danger to themselves. Some of them reopen that section of the building de- dent. Instead, it was the worst terrorist probably were injured, and some of stroyed in the terrorist attack, we all attack on American soil. them maybe were killed—and all that again felt those emotions of a year ago. Later this morning the wing of the has gone into the work at that building I was sitting next to Senator DASCHLE, Pentagon that was destroyed is being to symbolize the importance of us and we couldn’t help but remember a rededicated. That field in Shanksville showing that we are mending our year ago when we flew in a helicopter, is once again green. The debris from wounds and we are going to be stronger along with Senator REID and Senator the site of the World Trade Center has from what we have experienced. NICKLES, right over that area. We been removed. The heavy equipment The wound that we had last year looked down and saw what was going and the workers are now engaged in hasn’t healed, nor should we expect it on—the smoke, the confusion, and the the act of building—not removing. to be healed so quickly, nor many of activities in trying to save people’s Through the physical scars of that the scars. The scars will be there. As a lives, put out the fire, and deal with all day, we see a nation beginning to be nation, we lost a great deal—not only that was going on. It is a site that has healed. The emotional ones are still these innocent lives in Virginia, Penn- been burned into my memory forever. raw with our memory. Thousands of sylvania, and New York, but also that Needless to say, there couldn’t be a families are approaching their second sense of security, and perhaps even na- better symbol than the restoration of Thanksgiving without a loved one. ivety that we have experienced think- the Pentagon for the way America’s Children are approaching their second ing that this is America, we are free Armed Forces have responded to the holiday season without a mother—or a and we are accessible, and we go and do assault on our country. God bless them father. Empty locker in firehouses still what we want without being better in for what they have done and for what bear witness to the brave men who are any way. they are doing today. no longer there. Well, that has changed. I believe we But those who were responsible for And so, the Pentagon can be re- have been hurt deeply—not just those that horror—and all those who shelter stored. New grass can cover the who were directly involved, but all of them, finance them, abet them, encour- churned earth of a rural field. New tow- us who watched it—all Americans and age them, or reward them—should un- ers can begin to rise where others fell. all freedom-loving people all over the derstand this: America’s most impor- Seasons and years can pass. Through it world. tant rebuilding is not the shattered all, we will never forget. I continue to be so pleased and, wall of the Pentagon, nor the scar in This day will forever be a part of our frankly, thrilled with the reaction I get the earth in New York City. For what national memory. Nine/eleven will for- when I meet with leaders from coun- we have restored in the past year can- ever be our national shorthand for all September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8481 that we witnessed, all that we have ex- dation isn’t concrete and steel; it is our IN REMEMBRANCE OF SEPTEMBER perienced—on that day and the days people, it is our commitment—our 11, 2001 following. commitment—to freedom and democ- Mr. STEVENS. Madam President, I That is what we remember all across racy, and to each other. was very proud of the efforts of Alas- America today. So today, we remember those we lost, kans in response to the disaster on In my home State of South Dakota, and we rededicate ourselves to pre- September 11 of last year. Although we there will be a number of small serv- serving the memory of their lives, and are thousands of miles from New York, ices, including a memorial ceremony at to defeating the terror that took them. they immediately reacted. Mount Rushmore. Our military men and women in Af- I suggest the absence of a quorum. In Seattle, WA, citizens will march ghanistan and those fighting terror The PRESIDING OFFICER. The to a downtown fountain that became around the globe carry with them our clerk will call the roll. the city’s unofficial memorial after pride, and our hopes. The legislative clerk proceeded to September 11. Thousands of flowers had In the most fateful struggles in call the roll. been left there. Those flowers were human history, freedom has triumphed Mr. LEAHY. Madam President, I ask gathered by the city and composted. over the worst forms of tyranny, and unanimous consent that the order for Each marcher will receive a bulb, in we will defeat the tyranny of terror as the quorum call be rescinded. mulch generated by the original memo- well. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without rial flowers, to plant. On March 11, 6 months after the at- objection, it is so ordered. Birmingham, AL, is dedicating a new tack, Valerie Webb, a 12-year-old who Mr. LEAHY. Madam President, later memorial walk. San Francisco is had lost her only living parent in the this afternoon in my home State of unfurling a 5-mile long banner along World Trade Center, flipped a switch, Vermont, the chief judge of the Federal the city’s coastline. sending two towers of light rising into district court, Judge William Sessions, From Portland, ME, to Portland, OR, the darkness over Lower Manhattan. will have an immigration ceremony, people are pausing, and paying tribute. Someone compared that memorial to and I might say that I can’t think of All tolled, more than 200 communities a national votive candle. Others com- anything more fitting. We will have are holding events of some kind. In one pared it to the lives that were lost: memorials and other events through- way or another, all Americans have the beautiful, powerful, and fleeting. On out the State of Vermont today, just as opportunity to commemorate our Na- April 14, as planned, that temporary we will in other States. tion’s loss. memorial was extinguished. Many of us had been at the Pentagon And, of course, some people will sim- At sunset tonight, in Battery Park, earlier this morning, heard the moving ply go about their business—and that New York’s mayor will light a flame to statements, and saw the resolve of the in itself is a powerful testimonial to commemorate the victims of that day. men and women who protect this Na- our ability to go on. tion. We heard our President and Sec- Today is also a day to remember that Unlike the towers of light, that flame will not be extinguished—it will be retary of Defense and others. our national tragedy is the combina- It is right that throughout the coun- eternal. tion of thousands of individual trage- try we have different events to mark That flame will burn within sight of dies. this occasion. I think that sentiment was best stat- another eternal flame—the symbolic I want to especially compliment ed by Janny Scott, a reporter on the flame from the torch held by the Stat- Judge Sessions for what he is doing in Metro desk of the New York Times, ue of Liberty. Vermont. If there is anything that who was responsible for assembling a Those two eternal flames carry with speaks to the resiliency of this Nation, number of the ‘‘Portraits of Grief’’ that them two eternal promises. the greatness of this Nation, it is wel- sought to capture the essence of each The torch held by the Statue of Lib- coming immigrants, saying our borders of the victims. erty is our Nation’s promise that we are not sealed, our borders are open. She wrote about ‘‘the individual hu- will never yield in our determination We want to welcome people who will manity swallowed up by the dehuman- to be a light to all those who seek free- continue to make this country great, izing vastness of the toll,’’ and what dom. just as did my paternal great-grand- she called ‘‘the preciousness of each And the flame that will be lit tonight parents and my maternal great-grand- life’s path.’’ is our promise that though we may be parents who came to this country not This morning, in New York, former slowly, steadily walking the path from speaking any English but who sought Mayor Giuliani began the process of remembrance to recovery—we will employment and a new life. My grand- reading the names of everyone who per- never forget. fathers were stone cutters in Vermont, ished on that day. If one name is read immigrant stock. My wife was the first every 5 seconds, it will take over 4 f generation of her family to be born hours to list every loss. here in the United States. It is immi- We also remember the individual acts MOMENT OF SILENCE IN RECOGNI- grants who have made this Nation of heroism: Firefighters who rushed up TION OF THE EVENTS OF SEP- strong. to help others get down; the passengers TEMBER 11, 2001 What Judge Sessions is doing is tell- and flight attendants on flight 93, who ing us that our borders and our country showed us that we don’t ever have to The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- and our arms are still open to the mix surrender to evil. pore. Under the previous order, the of people from throughout the world Seeing their selflessness inspired hour of 12 noon having arrived, the who will continue to give us the diver- something similar in all of us. In South Senate will now observe a moment of sity we need, just as our Constitution Dakota, one ranch couple—themselves silence in recognition of the events of gives us diversity and guarantees that struggling—sold $40,000 worth of cattle September 11, 2001. diversity in the first amendment. We and donated the proceeds to the vic- (Thereupon, the Senate observed a now have new Americans who will be tims. Similar acts of selflessness took moment of silence.) here with the same rights and privi- place all over the country. Millions of Mr. DASCHLE. Madam President, I leges the rest of us have, and the Na- hands reached out to those who had suggest the absence of a quorum. tion will be a better place for it. lost so much, until, by the act of reach- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mrs. I yield the floor. ing out and grieving, and remembering, CARNAHAN). The clerk will call the roll. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ma- we all came shoulder to shoulder as we The legislative clerk proceeded to jority leader. understood the extraordinary nature of call the roll. Mr. DASCHLE. Madam President, I the loss. Mr. STEVENS. Madam President, I know a lot of Senators wish to be The terrorists who brought down the ask unanimous consent that the order heard. While I won’t ask unanimous World Trade Center thought they could for the quorum call be rescinded. consent that this be done, I would urge shake the foundation of this country. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without that the Chair recognize members of They didn’t understand that the foun- objection, it is so ordered. both parties in alternating fashion to S8482 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 accommodate both sides equally. That I stated that I was joined by my dis- their hope, and their determination, might be the best way to accommodate tinguished chairman, CARL LEVIN, and and they still have the love of a very everybody. That way we can get I said, speaking to the Nation: sympathetic Nation. through the afternoon in the most ap- I can assure you that the Congress stands On September 11, we all felt as if the propriate way. behind our President and the President loss was too much to bear, as if it I urge and ask the Chair to recognize speaks with one voice for this entire Nation. would be impossible to go on. But out Senators on either side. This is, indeed, the most tragic hour in of the ashes of the World Trade Center The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- America’s history, and yet I think it can be and the Pentagon, we in Congress re- ator from Virginia. its finest hour, as our President and those turned to work. We tried in our legisla- Mr. WARNER. Madam President, we with him, most notably our Secretary of De- tive ways to address the terrorist fense, our chairman [of the Joint Chiefs] and have just returned from a most historic the men and women of the armed forces all threat. Within a week of the attack, we and moving ceremony at the Depart- over this world stand ready not only to de- approved a resolution authorizing the ment of Defense. That building will al- fend this nation and our allies against fur- President to use force against those ways occupy in my heart a very special ther attack, but to take such actions as are who would perpetuate or harbor the place for I was privileged to serve there directed in the future in retaliation for this terrorists. during 5 years and 4 months of the pe- terrorist act—one of the most unprecedented Within a month, we approved the riod of the war in Vietnam in the Navy in the history of the world. USA Patriot Act, which authorized our Secretariat, including my service as We call upon the entire world to step up law enforcement and intelligence agen- and help, because terrorism is a common cies to take the necessary steps to root Secretary of the Navy. enemy to all, and we’re in this together. The On 9/11, of course, I joined colleagues United States has borne the brunt, but out the terrorist threat and to protect briefly here in the Chamber and then [which nation] can be next? Step forward and the Nation. we exited and with other colleagues let us hold accountable and punish those In May of this year, we approved the who were gathered in the park, we that have perpetrated this attack. border security and visa reform legisla- chatted a little bit about what we Under the leadership of our President tion, which overhauled the way this should do. I returned to my office and and the courage of the men and women Nation allows immigrants and visitors conducted a brief prayer meeting and of the Armed Forces and the strength into the country. recommended to my staff that they of the citizens of this Nation, that has In June, we approved a bioterrorism proceed to their homes and their loved been done, is being done, and will be bill that included strict certification ones. done. requirements for laboratories that han- In about an hour or two, however, I I yield the floor. dle anthrax, smallpox, and more than decided I would like to go to the De- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- 30 other deadly pathogens. partment of Defense again because of ator from Nevada. At the same time, the United States my very special high regard for the Mr. REID. Madam President, under launched a war against terror. In Af- men and women of the Armed Forces the order now in effect, Senators have ghanistan, the U.S. forces, working and that dastardly act committed by up to 10 minutes to speak, and we with the Northern Alliance, ousted the terrorists. I called the Secretary of De- would ask that everyone would do their Taliban, fought al-Qaida troops, and fense, whom I had known for many best to confine themselves to that 10 made it possible for Hamid Karzai to be years. We both served in the adminis- minutes. elected President—Afghanistan’s first tration of President Nixon and Presi- I ask unanimous consent that the list democratic election. U.S. special forces were also sent to dent Ford. He said: Come right over. of speakers be as I am going to outline the Philippines, to Yemen, and Georgia I called my good friend and col- them. These names have been given to to train local troops on how to fight league, CARL LEVIN, at his home, and our staff. The staff has given these to the war against terror. We have broken CARL immediately said, yes, he would me: Senator FEINSTEIN, Senator KAY up al-Qaida cells in Spain, France, Mo- join us, and the two of us then pro- BAILEY HUTCHISON, Senator LEVIN, Sen- rocco, and Singapore, preventing ceeded to the Department of Defense ator SNOWE, Senator DORGAN, Senator planned attacks. where we joined Secretary Rumsfeld SHELBY, Senator DODD, Senator BEN- In the financial world, the Treasury and then-Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, NETT, Senator DURBIN, and Senator Department began examining the fi- General Shelton. It was a memorable BROWNBACK. If everyone uses their 10 nancing of terrorist organizations, afternoon there at the command post minutes, that is going to take some freezing more than $34 million in ter- watching the magnificence of our com- time. What I would suggest is that rorist assets. mand structure dealing with the many staff be notified of those who wish to Now the Senate is considering two unknowns, and yet taking the proper speak this afternoon, and we will be additional steps to defend our Nation: a actions. happy to do that to make it so that bill to create a new Department of The President called in. Both Sen- people have to wait not a very long pe- Homeland Defense and a comprehen- ator LEVIN and I spoke with him brief- riod of time. sive review of the intelligence failures ly. Then we went back with the Sec- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without that led to 9/11. retary to where the plane had struck objection, it is so ordered. I would expect the Senate to approve the building and visited with all those The Senator from California is recog- the homeland defense bill in the com- who were performing heroic acts right nized. ing weeks, and, hopefully, it will be before our eyes in hopes of saving other Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Madam President, signed into law by the end of the year. lives and doing what they could to I rise today to share some of my On September 17, the Intelligence comfort those wounded. thoughts on this very special day, a Committees of both the House and the We then returned with the Secretary. day that commemorates one of the Senate will open their first hearings on And Secretary Rumsfeld asked Senator darkest days in our Nation’s history. our intelligence review, which has been LEVIN and I to accompany him to a Those of us who listened this morn- going on now for 6 months. press conference. We stood behind the ing to the recitation of the names of One year has now passed. The Nation Secretary and the Chairman while they those killed in the World Trade Center has shown its resolve and resiliency. spoke. And then unexpectedly, Sec- and the Pentagon found in those names Now we must show our staying power. retary Rumsfeld turned to both of us both a message of grief and one deep in For me, what emerged from 9/11 were and asked us to make a few remarks. sorrow. Also in those names was a pro- four specific points: I have here this morning the remarks found message of how deeply the world First, we must stay the course on the I made, with no preparation, just is interwoven. The reading of these war on terror. We must ferret out, speaking from the heart. And they are names was, for me, an unforgettable bring to justice, one by one, group by as true today, 1 year later, as they message of our diversity. group, those al-Qaida, or others, who were at about 6:30 on the afternoon or My sorrow, my sympathy, my condo- would simply kill because they hate. the evening of 9/11 when Senator LEVIN lences go to those who have lost so Secondly, we must make this coun- and I joined the Secretary. I will just much. For many, they have lost every- try as safe as possible: eliminate loop- repeat these remarks. thing; yet they still have their spirit, holes in laws, prevent fraudulent entry September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8483 into our country, ensure that deadly first responders—the firefighters, terrorist attacks. But then I watched chemicals and biological agents are emergency personnel, and police offi- the triumph of the human spirit. I properly handled, and see that the na- cers—who rushed into the devastation watched ordinary Americans, people tional security is protected, wherever to help others, many sacrificing their pretty much like us, who on that day possible. own lives in the process. did extraordinary things. Thirdly, we have to reinforce the But the American spirit of resilience A year ago today, our Nation’s lead- hallmarks of America: liberty, justice, rose from the ashes of Ground Zero, the ers watched, and we were helpless, like freedom. Despite this crisis, the Con- Pentagon, and that quiet field in Penn- everybody else, to do anything about stitution and the Bill of Rights remain sylvania. Our collective anguish be- the problem. I am proud to say today strong and central to our way of life. came our national resolve. We focused that we are not helpless, that we have Finally, we need to celebrate our de- our energies on destroying the cow- started to fight back. mocracy, and the way we do that is ardly instigators of this tragedy so Our homeland is more secure today simple: We make it work. We produce they could not do it again to us or any than it was a year ago, but it is not as for our people. We pass good legisla- other nation on Earth. secure as it has to be. We are fighting tion. We administer the programs. We We will forever recall this day, but a war, but the Congress has to give to show that democracy offers solutions we are not a vengeful people. As Ameri- our military and to our law enforce- to the real problems of our society. cans, we value peace, freedom, and lib- ment officials the tools they need to Let me say one thing about remain- erty. We know our diversity and toler- finish the job. ing vigilant in the war against terror. ance of other views, religions, and ways When in doubt, I believe we must act. Much of the al-Qaida organization re- of life are what make our Nation great. What is at issue is the safety of the mains intact, including two-thirds of We do not perpetuate hatred or vio- American people, and I am not willing the leadership, and possibly Osama bin lence. We teach our children to love to turn that safety over to our allies, Laden himself. Afghanistan is our one another and treat others with re- to the United Nations, or to anybody beachhead in the war on terror. We spect. else. Where terror hides, it must be America was born out of a great cannot lose it or we lose the war on rooted out and it must be destroyed, struggle. The words of our Founding terror. Yet Afghanistan’s leadership is and if we have to do that alone, then Fathers ring as true today as they did fragile. Just last week there was an at- America is willing and capable of doing more than 200 years ago. In 1771, Sam- tack on President Karzai’s life. that alone. uel Adams said: In my 24 years of public service in We have an obligation to provide for Congress, I have always been proud of the security of Afghanistan and its The liberties of our country, the freedom of our civil constitution, are worth defending my country and my countrymen, but I leaders and ensure that the nation does at all hazards; and it is our duty to defend have never been prouder than I have not fall under the control of regional them against all attacks. We have received been in the last 12 months. It has al- warlords. We must ensure that the Af- them as a fair inheritance from our worthy ways been a privilege to serve, but in ghan economy becomes upwardly mo- ancestors: they purchased them for us with the last 12 months it has been my great bile. toil and danger and expense of treasure and privilege to serve the greatest country We have work to do to find those in blood, and transmitted to us with care and in the history of the world. hiding, whether in Pakistan, Yemen, diligence. It is our duty to carry on the crusade I yield the floor. Saudi Arabia, the Sudan, Southeast The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Asia, and, yes, in our own country. Al- for freedom that generations of Ameri- cans have fought and died to keep. The ator from Michigan. Qaida remains poised to do their dirty Mr. LEVIN. Madam President, 1 year heroes of September 11 did not lose deeds. ago today, the openness and freedom of their lives in vain. The protection of America learned on September 11 a American society were used against us our liberty and freedom remains reso- very simple and sobering lesson—that when terrorists hijacked civilian pas- lute. there are people in the world who senger jets and used them as missiles would destroy us if they could. We It is the words of a civilian hero that remain with us, a young man with a to demolish the Twin Towers of the must remember this fact and do all we World Trade Center and destroy a large can to stop them. This means staying pregnant wife at home. He saw the horrors on his airplane that morning on section of the Pentagon. The fourth jet the course and winning the war against hijacked that infamous morning, terror. This means keeping focused on September 11 as they were flying over Pennsylvania. He realized from tele- United Flight 93, may well have been the immediate threat from al-Qaida, phone reports that this airplane, too, headed for this Capitol Building before and this means looking for new ways to was part of a terrible plan headed for brave crew members and passengers strengthen our Nation’s homeland de- one of our treasured symbols of free- fought back against their captors. fense. One year ago today, over 3,000 people dom in Washington, DC. Though he had As we all consider the past year, let had their lives snatched away from little time to prepare, he and other us remember all of those who perished them. The emotional trauma of those brave passengers decided to fight. And in the attacks and in their memory re- Todd Beamer’s last words in his valiant losses has affected each and every dedicate ourselves to doing all we can effort are our battle cry in this war on American. No State, no town, no com- to making our Nation strong and pre- terrorism: ‘‘Let’s roll.’’ munity, no person has been left un- venting a similar attack in the future. America is ready to roll, Madam touched. I yield the floor. President, and we will never forget The despicable actions of the terror- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- those who gave their lives for our free- ists last September 11 have changed ator from Texas is recognized. dom on September 11, 2001. the world, not only because of what Mrs. HUTCHISON. Madam President, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- they have destroyed, but also because I would like to split my time with my ator from Texas. of what they have kindled in the Amer- colleague from Texas, so I wish to be Mr. GRAMM. Madam President, I ican people. notified when I have used 5 minutes. thank my dear colleague and tell her I In New York City, at the Pentagon, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- am very happy to have my remarks ap- in the skies over Pennsylvania and ator will be notified. pear next to hers. across America, 1 year ago today and Mrs. HUTCHISON. Madam President, A year ago today, terrorism struck in the days since then, we have seen 1 year ago today, 3,000 people woke up, at the very symbols of American de- the bravery, compassion, determina- kissed their loved ones goodbye, went mocracy and capitalism, as if by de- tion, and shared sense of purpose of to work, and never returned. In the stroying those symbols, as if by de- Americans from all walks of life. As blink of an eye, their lives were bru- stroying the buildings, as if by killing one writer put it, ‘‘September 11 did tally taken by the violent acts of ter- innocent people, they could destroy not alter the American character, it rorists. those institutions. merely revealed it.’’ Together, we grieved and mourned They failed. I would add that it did not weaken for those who lost their lives. We mar- Like millions of Americans, a year our spirit, it strengthened it immeas- veled at the heroism and bravery of the ago today I watched the horror of the urably. S8484 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 We have, astoundingly, already re- tantly, we will honor them by carrying got it just right. That was David: very ana- built the mangled section of the Pen- on that noble struggle for what has lytical and very optimistic. . . . tagon, and we have cleared Ground been called the American dream but ‘‘David encouraged people to participate in what he thought would be the biggest bull Zero in New York City. We have con- what is actually humankind’s dream. market in American history—in 1991. It was secrated time and place and commemo- Madam President, I ask unanimous an incredible prediction.’’ rated the heroic individuals who faced consent that an article from the De- Alger was born Dec. 15, 1943, in California 9/11 head on. troit Free Press titled ‘‘Michigan’s 16 but grew up in Grosse Pointe. He received his We are now engaged in a war on ter- Legacies’’ be printed in the RECORD. undergraduate degree from Harvard Univer- rorism. It is unlike any war we have There being no objection, the article sity and a master’s in business administra- ever fought. It has no boundaries. It was ordered to be printed in the tion from U–M in 1968. He joined his brother Fred’s company, Fred Alger Management, in has no clear end. Our enemies target RECORD, as follows: 1972 as an analyst. He eventually owned 20 civilians. They are not soldiers. They [From the Detroit Free Press, Sept. 5, 2002] percent of the business. are not warriors. They are murderers. MICHIGAN’S 16 LEGACIES In 1995, Alger’s brother moved to Geneva, We have taken the battle to our (By Sheryl James) Switzerland, and left him in control of the enemy. We have destroyed the Taliban company’s daily operations. At the time of They were among America’s best, brightest Alger’s death, the firm’s assets had grown and disrupted the al-Qaida network. and happiest. Those who have not been killed or cap- Many had attended some of the finest from $3 billion to $15 billion and its work- tured we have driven into hiding. We schools—Cranbrook, Detroit Country Day, force from 82 to 220. Alger, who owned homes in Manhattan and have liberated Afghanistan from the the University of Michigan, Harvard, Yale, Tuxedo Park, N.Y., loved technology stocks Princeton and Vanderbilt. clutches of terrorists, and we have put and managed mutual funds that ranked near As teens, they walked the halls of schools the rest of the world on notice that to the top of the 1990s bull market. He often ap- from Cass Tech in Detroit to Traverse City harbor terrorists is to invite disaster. peared on financial TV programs and wrote High, all of them contributing, achieving, In these sterner times, we have redis- ‘‘Raging Bull:‘ How to Invest in the Growth giving back. They were young scholars and Stocks of the ’90s.’’ covered that we are made of sterner financial wizards, technology gurus, Na- On Sept. 11, Alger was working in company stuff. tional Honor Society members, athletes, mu- offices on the 93rd floor of the trade center’s Yesterday, I had the honor of helping sicians, champions of theater, contributors north tower. There were 1,300 people at his to plant a memorial Red Ash tree at to their communities. funeral, said White, who attended. Alger is Most of them were well traveled—and well the Pentagon. That tree, and eight oth- survived by his wife, Josephine; two daugh- on their way to the kind of success that de- ers like it planted at the site over the ters; his brother, and a sister. weekend, were propagated from parts fines the American Dream. A few already UNFETTERED SPIRIT LOVED THE CITY LIFE of a champion Red Ash tree in had achieved that dream, with homes in Manhattan, book credits, TV appearances. Eric Bennett, 29, a Flint native, caught the Dowagiac, MI, named as such because One of them survived the 1993 terrorist travel bug early when he took a trip overseas it is the largest example known of its bombing of the World Trade Center. with a high school foreign language club. He species. That champion is 450 years old They are gone now, these 16 terrorism vic- traveled often afterward, said his mother, and 21 feet around at its trunk. It spans tims who had significant Michigan ties. But Kathy Bennett of Flint. the history of America. And, like the their legacies live on—in their accomplish- He visited Brazil, Puerto Rico, Rome, Lon- American spirit, it is indomitable. ments and through their loved ones left be- don and Paris. but Bennett also loved the At yesterday’s ceremony, I remarked hind. Brooklyn, N.Y., brownstone where he lived, the big-city life in New York and his job as that we Americans are as well-rooted FINANCIAL WHIZ KID ON FAST TRACK TO area vice president for Alliance Consulting SUCCESS as that champion Red Ash in Group. His office was on the 102nd floor of Dowagiac, and like its crown, our Na- Terence Adderley Jr., 22, had a head and a the trade center’s north tower. tion’s aspirations reach high into the heart for finance by the time he was a teen- ‘‘From his home, he could see the towers, skies above. The tendrils of democracy ager. Before even graduating from Detroit and from his desk at work, he could see root us; our aspiration is an unquench- Country Day in 1997, he had started an in- Brooklyn,’’ his mother said. ‘‘He just loved vestment club. His grandfather, William life.’’ able desire for freedom—for ourselves Russell Kelly, founded Kelly Services of Troy and for all people everywhere. In 1989, Bennett graduated from Flint’s in 1946, and his father, Terence E. Adderley, Kearsley High School, where he had been co- Archibald MacLeish wrote, ‘‘There is its president and chief executive officer. captain of the football team the year before. are those who will say that the libera- Adderley, who grew up in Bloomfield Hills, In 1993, he received a bachelor of science de- tion of humanity, the freedom of man took his love of finance to Vanderbilt Uni- gree in computer information systems from and mind, is nothing but a dream. They versity in Nashville, Tenn., where he earned Ferris State University. He also played foot- are right. It is the American dream.’’ a bachelor’s degree in economics in May 2001. ball at Ferris State and earned an All-Mid- We have shared that dream with the Soon after, he landed a job with Fred Alger west Intercollegiate Football Conference rest of the world. Management Inc., which had offices on the honorable mention in 1992. 93rd floor of the trade center’s north tower. For the better part of the last cen- In addition to his mother, he is survived by Joseph White, a University of Michigan his father, Terry Bennett, and a sister. tury, the United States and our allies business professor and former interim presi- WINGS FAN HELD FAMILY CLOSE TO HIS HEART fought a successful battle against the dent, said Adderley had tremendous poten- genocidal forces of fascism and totali- tial Frank Doyle, 39, formerly of New Boston tarianism. We defeated the Nazis. We White knew Adderley through U–M alum- and Bloomfield Hills, was a loyal Detroit Red Wings fan. He grew up playing hockey and won the Cold War. In the bloody strug- nus David Alger, president of Fred Alger Management. As a young analyst for the was the varsity goalie from his first year on gle between ideologies, democratic gov- at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine. ernments triumphed over repressive re- company, ‘‘Ted was thriving,’’ White said. ‘‘He loved what he was doing.’’ Later, he played on three mens hockey gimes. Besides his father, survivors include his teams near his Englewood, N.J., home. This democracy of ours and our allies mother, Mary Elizabeth; five sisters, and a Doyle attended Huron High School in New will prevail against the likes of al- grandmother. Boston and graduated from the Cranbrook Schools in Bloomfield Hills in 1980. He Qaida because the overwhelming ma- EXECUTIVE HAD EYE FOR BEST, BRIGHTEST jority of people in the world want free- earned a bachelor of arts degree from David Alger, 57, president of Fred Alger Bowdoin with majors in economics and gov- dom and justice and dignity and oppor- Management Inc., was a familiar fixture on ernment in 1985. He also earned a master’s in tunity. America remains a beacon of CNN, MSNBC and CNBC—and at many U–M business administration from New York Uni- hope to the oppressed everywhere. Our events. He was a prominent alumnus and versity’s Stern School of Business in 1993. current generation of service men and supporter of the U–M business school, where, Doyle was senior vice president of the women, and the American people gen- White said, he was the spring commence- Keefe Bryuette & Woods brokerage in the erally, will meet the new challenges ment speaker in 1997 and served on the trade center’s south tower. He directed its and threats that we face as a nation as school’s senior advisory board. equity and trading department and was on Alger loved grooming young people for successfully as we met the challenges the company’s board of directors. business and often returned to his alma Just before his death, Doyle was training and threats of the last century. mater. for triathlons. The people who perished 1 year ago ‘‘David was a terrifically talented man,’’ ‘‘He was probably in the best shape of his did not do so in vain. We will always White said. ‘‘A colleague of mine said, ‘I life’’ and planned to run a triathlon the remember them and, most impor- loved David’s rational exuberance,’ and she weekend after the terrorist attacks, said his September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8485 wife, Kim Chedel. But, she said, Doyle most- New York City apartment to golf with his fa- He worked for major corporations, estab- ly ‘‘loved being a dad’’ to their children, Zoe ther, Dennis; play with the family’s two Lab- lished his own successful company and fi- and Garrett, who were 3 and 16 months when rador retrievers; visit friends and enjoy boat- nally became a computer architect for Lock- their father died. ing on lakes near the family home. heed-Martin in Washington. Doyle and Chedel had both escaped harm In May 2001, Hoorn received a bachelor’s Ploger’s parents—his father is retired and when the trade center was bombed by terror- degree in economics from Yale University. his mother, Marguerite, is deceased—were ists in 1993. Chedel, who then worked at a On Sept. 11, he was working at Fred Alger originally from Owosso. Their son graduated brokerage in a different part of the complex Management Inc. on the 93rd floor of the in 1959 from Paris American High School in than her husband, escaped within 2 hours. north tower. France and attended Michigan State Univer- She said she cried for hours while waiting for In addition to his parents, he is survived by sity in 1959–60. He served in the U.S. Army Doyle to emerge. a sister. from 1960–62. Ploger then earned a bachelor’s On Sept. 11, Doyle called Chedel after the CONSULTANT MADE HER OWN WAY IN THE WORLD degree in philosophy from the University of first plane hit. He was on the 87th floor of Suzanne Kondratenko, 27, formerly of Denver in 1965, married and raised two chil- the south tower—the second hit but the first Romeo, had such zeal and spark, her sister dren. He and his first wife, Sheila, later di- to fall. called her a spitfire, Patricia Kondratenko vorced. ‘‘He said, ‘If you think we got rocked in ‘93, said Suzanne was creative, independent and Ploger had lived in California, Virginia and this was 10 times worse,’’’ Chedel said. Maryland, working as a computer specialist. ‘‘I said, ‘Frank, get out of there.’ He said had a daring sense of humor. He married his second wife, Zandra, in May to me, ‘The PA system said it was . . . ‘‘Things she would say, other people 2001. On Sept. 11, they were on their way to more secure to stay in the building.’’’ wouldn’t get away with,’’ Patricia Doyle called his wife again at 9:22 a.m. ‘‘He Kondratenko of Rochester said. She espe- Hawaii for a honeymoon. Both were aboard said, ‘Sweetie, we’ve gone up to the roof. The cially remembers Suzanne’s beautiful skin American Flight 77 when it crashed into the doors are locked, and we can’t go down. I and how she always smelled like flowers. Pentagon. A memorial service was held at know you know this, but I love you . . . Kondratenko and her sisters—all seven of the same hotel in Annandale where the cou- and you need to tell Zoe and Garrett every them—attended the Academy of the Sacred ple celebrated their wedding. day for the rest of their lives how much Heart in Bloomfield Hills. Suzanne grad- GENTLE GIANT WON PEOPLE OVER EASILY uated in 1992. In 1996, she earned a bachelor’s Daddy loves them.’’ David Pruim, 52, was ‘‘the kindest, nicest, degree in English literature and humanistic His survivors also include his mother, most gentle, 6-foot-4 person there ever was,’’ studies from St. Mary’s College in Notre Maureen Doyle of New Boston, and three sib- his wife of 28 years, Kate, told the New York lings. Dame, Ind. An employee of Keane Consulting in Chi- Times shortly after his death. ‘‘He made ev- TEACHER KEPT HER FRIENDS FOR A LIFETIME cago, Kondratenko was in New York on Sept. eryone he came into contact with feel good Barbara Edwards, 58, who grew up in Wyo- 11 to do consulting work for Aon Corp. on the about himself, from children to adults.’’ ming, near Grand Rapids, was a woman of 92nd floor of the trade center’s south tower. Pruim was senior vice president of risk character and warmth. She kept friends for a ‘‘Suzanne committed herself, entirely, to services for Aon Corp., on the 103rd floor of lifetime and, as a high school teacher, her every endeavor,’’ said her sister Aimee the trade center’s south tower. showed up at her students’ soccer games on Kondratenko of Chicago. ‘‘She was capable of The Pruims, both originally from Michi- her own time. so much.’’ gan, lived in Upper Montclair, N.J., with ‘‘Barb was a people person,’’ said her sister She is survived by her sisters and her par- their 10-year old daughter, Carrington. David Jane Gollan of Seattle. ‘‘If you met her 30 ents, Eric and Patricia Kondratenko, of was a 1966 graduate of Western Michigan years ago, she would still be friends with Romeo. Christian High School in Muskegon. He re- you. She had a knack for keeping in touch.’’ ceived a bachelor’s degree in political ACTRESS CAPTIVATED BY THE ALLURE OF Edwards also was a fan of Bette Midler and science from Hope College in Holland in 1970. THEATER of personal mementos like the 40-year-old Last October, the college dedicated its accordion she had as a child. She never Margaret Mattic, 51, knew by her senior homecoming football game to Pruim. threw anything out, and her garage never year at Cass Tech High in Detroit that she He is survived by three brothers and his had room for a car, family members said. wanted to be an actress and live in New stepmother, Louise Pruim, who lives in Nor- Edwards, who lived in Las Vegas, grad- York. She accomplished that goal, and more. ton Shores. His late father, James Pruim, uated from Kelloggsville High School in Before she died, she was writing plays and was mayor of Muskegon from 1994 to 1996. Grand Rapids in 1961 and from Western planning to produce them, her sister, Jean BRILLIANT MAN HAD AN EMPATHETIC EAR Michigan University in 1965. She worked for Neal of Detroit, said. a time at Catholic Central High School in ‘‘My earliest memories of Margaret are of Josh Rosenthal, 44, was a brilliant guy Grand Rapids. She also married, had three her performing in school plays,’’ said Peggy with a big heart. He doted on his nieces and, children and lived in various states before di- Robinson, who grew up with Mattic on De- despite a terrible allergy to cats, kept his vorcing in the early 1990s. troit’s east side. ‘‘She was always the lead. I Manhattan apartment window open to pro- She was a high school French and German was a narrator. When we did ‘Snow White,’ vide a scratching post for his neighbor’s cats, teacher in Las Vegas when she went to a she was Snow White. And she was Gretel his sister Helen Rosenthal recalled. friend’s wedding in Connecticut the weekend when we did ‘Hansel and Gretel.’’’ ‘‘He had this ability to reach in and really before the Sept. 11 attacks. She was supposed Mattic also was adventurous, Neal said. touch people and make them feel like he was to return home, but friends convinced her to ‘‘She did more traveling and living away truly listening and understanding what they stay for a couple of days. She wound up on from home. The rest of us remained in De- were saying,’’ she said. American Airlines Flight 77, which left Dul- troit. Margaret lived in New Orleans and Rosenthal was raised in Livonia and grad- les International Airport in suburban Wash- New York.’’ uated from Stevenson High School in 1975. ington, and crashed into the Pentagon. While Mattic was a student at Wayne His mother, Marilynn Rosenthal of Ann Just before the attacks, one of Edwards’ State University, where she received a bach- Arbor, is a professor of behavioral sciences sons had left a job as a broker in the World elor’s degree in liberal arts in 1973, ‘‘she at the University of Michigan-Dearbon. His Trade Center. In addition to her children, traveled to Europe for 8 weeks, all by her- father, Avram (Skip) Rosenthal of South- Edwards’ survivors include her parents, Jack self,’’ Neal said. ‘‘She had more nerve than field, owns Books Abound in Farmington and and Liss Vander Baan who live south of all of us.’’ is a former director of the Henry Ford Com- Grand Rapids in Allegan County; a sister, Mattic, the youngest of five children, al- munity College Library in Dearborn. and two grandchildren. ways loved to read and write, said her moth- In 1979, Rosenthal earned a bachelor of arts AVID READER RELISHED HIS MICHIGAN ROOTS er, Katie Mattic of Detroit. As an adult, she degree in political science from the U–M in bought dozens of books for herself and for Brad Hoorn, 22, originally from Richland, Ann Arbor. In 1977, he was named a Truman her mother. near Kalamazoo, never lost his affection for Scholar, a merit-based scholarship award After graduating from Cass Tech in the his favorite childhood book, ‘‘Charlotte’s given to outstanding college juniors. late ’60s, she appeared in several plays in De- Web.’’ He learned to read using that book In 1981, Rosenthal received a master’s detroit and New York, particularly ones with and he reread it periodically, said his moth- gree in public affairs from the Woodrow Wil- African-American themes. Mattic worked as er, Kathy Hoorn of Richland. A voracious son School of Public and International Af- a customer service representative for Gen- reader, Hoorn often read an entire book to fairs at Princeton University. He moved to eral Telecom in the trade center’s north relax before an important college exam, she New York afterward, and on Sept. 11, was at tower. work as senior vice president of Fiduciary said. She was single and had no children. Bright, energetic and outgoing, Hoorn Trust Co. on the 90th floor of the trade cen- played several musical instruments; had HE WAS ON WAY TO A HAWAII HONEYMOON ter’s south tower. been president of the National Honor Society Robert R. Ploger III, 59, of Annandale, Va., Rosenthal lived in Manhattan, but stayed at Gull Lake High School in Richland, from approached his life’s work with a sense of ad- involved with family and friends in Michi- which he graduated in 1997, and cocaptain of venture, said his father, Maj. Gen. Robert gan. He was godfather to several children of the tennis team. Ploger of Ann Arbor. He studied philosophy friends his sister said. He was a computer whiz, his mother said, in college but wound up working with com- ‘‘Josh had a large and wonderful family and loved coming back to Michigan from his puters. that he was very close to,’’ his mother said. S8486 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002

ONETIME STAR PITCHER HAD NEW LIFE WITH field—by buying a red BMW convertible, said tial and convinced her to work for his com- WIFE her aunt, Olga Stevens of Troy. Soon after, pany. Brock Safronoff, 26, originally from Tra- she bought her Oakland Township home. She became a research assistant for Fred verse City, worked as a computer systems Terry had one brother and grew up in Troy, Alger Management on the 93rd floor of the analyst for Marsh & McLennan Cos. Inc. on graduating from Troy High School in 1977. trade center’s north tower and lived in Hobo- the 96th floor of the trade center’s north She studied a social services program at Fer- ken, N.J. She is survived by her mother; three sis- tower. He was a 1993 graduate of Traverse ris State University from 1977 to 1980 and ters, and a brother. Her late father, Henry City Central High School, where he had been was a member of the Theta Tau Alpha soror- (Hank) Whalen, had been a Canton Township a star pitcher for the baseball team. ity. She studied insurance at Michigan State University in the mid-1980s. trustee. In 1997, he earned a bachelor’s degree in Mr. LEVIN. Madam President, I yield chemistry from Amherst College in Massa- She loved skiing, flowers and her two cats. chusetts, where he also was a starting pitch- An accomplished horsewoman, she showed the floor. er on the baseball team. Later, he finished for the American and Michigan Quarter The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- course work toward a master’s degree from Horse associations. The latter named her ator from Maine. Columbia University in New York. Sportswoman of the Year in 1993. Ms. SNOWE. A few short hours ago, Safronoff and his wife, Tara, were married Terry also was a member of the American at the Pentagon, we bore witness to the in August 2001 on Staten Island. They had Business Women’s Association and the Na- essence of this solemn anniversary. It just moved to a Manhattan apartment before tional Association of Women in Construc- was a message of restoration and re- tion. the Sept. 11 attacks. In addition to his wife, newal from a grateful nation. his survivors include his parents Joel and FLIGHT ATTENDANT HAD THE HEART OF A CHILD Today is the commemoration of both Debra Safronoff of Traverse City; a brother, Alicia Nicole Titus, 28, whose parents live incalculable loss and limitless courage, and a sister. in Dexter, was a positive, peace-loving, let’s- of enduring sorrow and indomitable MILITARY MAN HAD 2ND CHILD ON THE WAY make-the-world-a-better-place kind of person. spirit. Lt. Col. Kip Taylor, 38, originally from ‘‘She was very much into acceptance of We seek to honor the bravery and Marquette, came from a military family. He world cultures and . . . very embracing of heroism displayed by so many for so loved his job as an assistant to three-star people with different belief systems,’’ said long on this day and the days fol- Gen. Tim Maude at the Pentagon. her father, John Titus. ‘‘So it is ironic, sadly lowing. We are moved to grieve for But at home, Taylor loved the gentler art so,’’ he said, that she was a flight attendant of cooking. He especially loved trying out what and whom we lost—such as Maine on United Airlines Flight 175, which crashed new recipes on unsuspecting visiting friends, victims Anna Allison, Carol Flyzik, into the trade center’s south tower Sept. 11. his wife, Nancy, said. Robert Jalbert, James Roux, Stephen Titus had just become a flight attendant. Taylor also loved working with wood. He Ward, Robert Norton, Jacqueline Nor- Disillusioned with corporate life as a mar- build a deck and worked on other projects at keting director for a firm in San Francisco, ton, and Robert Schlegel. his McLean, VA., home. He had a 22-month- where she lived, she switched careers, said Today, we embrace all that we have old son Dean. On Oct. 25, his wife gave birth her father, who is director of student advise- retained as a nation—our strength, our to his second son, John Luke who will be ment services at Schoolcraft College in sense of purpose, our unity, and our called Luke. Livonia. Alicia’s mother, Beverly, teaches veneration of the principles of freedom ‘‘He considered his most important role as part-time at the college’s Women’s Resource and justice—for today, the hearts of that of father,’’ his wife said. ‘‘We were both Center and Continuing Education Depart- so excited about the baby.’’ Americans and freedom-loving people ment. In 1985, Taylor graduated from Northern across the globe are beckoned at once Titus grew up in St. Paris, Ohio. She grad- by sorrow and resolve, and we should Michigan University with a bachelor’s degree uated from Graham High School there in 1991 in management. He had two scholarships, and earned a bachelor’s degree in inter- heed the call of both. one for basketball and one for the ROTC pro- national business from Miami University in The snapshots of insanity etched in gram. Oxford, Ohio, in 1995. our minds, the indelible stain of He died when American Airlines Flight 77 ‘‘She had lead roles in musicals in high unfathomable inhumanity, these must crashed into the Pentagon. He was promoted school and was into track, cheerleading and remain if we are to triumph over the to lieutenant colonel from major post- National Honor Society,’’ her father said. humously, his wife said. tyranny of terror, and triumph we She also loved outdoor sports such as must. His survivors also include his mother, Kay snowborading, mountain climbing and sky Taylor, who is executive director of a child In a horrific irony, the forces of dark- diving. She had traveled to Spain, Morocco, ness had their way on an especially care referral agency in Marquette; a brother, England and France. also in the Army, and a sister. Taylor’s late Titus’ roommate in San Francisco told her bright and beautiful morning, much father, Don, was a retired Army lieutenant parents that the Sunday before the attacks, like today, and the evil that fueled colonel who gave his son his commission in the two went to a local park, where they their horrible deeds lives on in the 1985 and later taught military science at twirled hula hoops and played on the swings shadows of the world. The struggle be- Northern Michigan University. and slides—typical of Titus’ childlike zest fore us will be constant, and therefore HORSE ENTHUSIAST COORDINATED SHOW for life, her father said. our vigilance must be unflagging. Lisa Marie Terry, 42, of Oakland Township Titus, who was single, also is survived by So on this first anniversary of a new found time every summer, no matter how two brothers; a sister, and a nephew. era, let us continue to brace ourselves busy she was, to hold her Summer Sizzler RECENT GRADUATE HAD ENERGY, POTENTIAL to perpetuating what is good and just, Horse Show in Mt. Pleasant. Meredith Lynn Whalen, 23, who was origi- as we and our allies did in the 20th cen- It was not an easy task for Terry to put on nally from Canton Township, loved animals, a quarter horse event while working full tury’s great struggles against evil. And particularly horses. She always wanted to let us remember how that one day in time with Marsh Inc., a national construc- own a horse, said her mother, Pat Whalen of tion company with offices in Detroit and in Canton. September not only changed America the trade center’s north tower. But horses But Whalen valued friends most of all. Her and the world but also reminded us of were her passion. mother was comforted by her daughter’s what really matters, of the principles ‘‘She did it all by herself,’’ said Sarah friends after the Sept. 11 attacks. and the people we value and certainly Tupper of Metamora, Terry’s best friend and ‘‘Her friends have all described her as a should appreciate—our firefighters, po- fellow horse enthusiast. ‘‘She worked on it very energetic, caring person with a lot of lice officers, rescue workers, our all year, getting sponsorships, making it compassion for others,’’ Pat Whalen said. troops, and seemingly ordinary Ameri- nice for exhibitors. She made a huge effort to Whalen was just as energetic in high put stuff in the show people wanted.’’ school. She was a varsity swimmer and in cans who, when faced with the horrible Terry especially encouraged young exhibi- the National Honor Society at Plymouth certainty of their circumstances, tors, Tupper said. Salem High School, from which she grad- knowingly bring down a plane to save On Sept. 11, Terry, a vice president in uated in 1996. She earned a bachelor’s degree the lives of others, not to mention the charge of construction for the New York- in business administration with honors from very symbols of our democracy, the based Marsh, was going to Hawaii for a the U–M in Ann Arbor in 2000. Capitol and the White House. project. She stopped at the World Trade Cen- ‘‘Meredith was an outstanding graduate of On this solemn occasion, we cele- ter for a business meeting and was among our 2000 BBA program,’’ said White, the U–M brate those heroes who walk among us some 300 Marsh employees lost in the at- business professor and former interim presi- tacks, company officials said. dent. today, while the legacy of those who A couple of years before her death. Terry, White said David Alger, another U–M grad- made the ultimate sacrifice reverber- who was single, celebrated her rise to vice uate and World Trade Center victim, spotted ates throughout New York, Wash- president—a rare position for women in her Whalen as a young person with great poten- ington, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8487 every town and city in this land. In- cate the roots of terrorism and the Zero, where we visited a week fol- deed, if it is true that a nation is de- bloody instruments of fear. lowing the attacks, is something I will fined by its response to adversity, then At Gettysburg, President Lincoln always remember. America redefined its own greatness. said: The visit to Ground Zero that many Men and women searching and clear- It is for us the living . . . to be dedicated in Congress conducted was a very sad ing the World Trade Center site worked here to the unfinished work which they who visit, showing the carnage and destruc- day and night, while volunteers fought here have thus far so nobly advanced. tion of the World Trade Center where brought them food and water. Their It is . . . for us to be here dedicated to the so many thousands died. The event I labor will stand as a memorial beside great task remaining before us. recall from that day, among many, was the hallowed site’s eternal flame near That is our call yet again today. a firefighter who came to me with a the hole in the Earth that mirrors the That is the destiny to which we must several-day growth of beard, blood-shot hole in our heart that will never fully rise. Now, like then, we are equal to eyes. He had worked around the clock mend. And just across the Potomac, the challenge. God bless America. for many days. He told me of the engineers and construction workers I yield the floor. friends he had lost, those who were his poured forth every last ounce to re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- fellow firefighters who had died in the build the Pentagon within 1 year in a ator from North Dakota. tragedy. Here was a man who obviously gesture comprised of equal parts defi- Mr. DORGAN. Madam President, I had very little rest, had worked day ance and pride. At the building’s D- was not sure if I was going to come and and night. Through his blood-shot eyes ring, a father literally helped repair say a few words today. I am almost fa- and with a uniform that was quite the broken stone and mortar near the tigued by the coverage of 9/11, and yet dirty, having worked around the clock, very spot where his son perished that there is something so important about he looked at me and said: Senator, you fateful morning. this moment that silence somehow is must promise me to do one thing. What is lost can never be recovered, not an appropriate response. I asked: What is that? but with this first anniversary of Sep- The horror of the moment of Sep- He said: Get them. Get them. If you tember 11, it is as though life has re- tember 11 last year remains with us do not get them, they will do this to claimed its rightful place where de- even as we ache in our heart for those this country again. struction dared intrude. At the Pen- who lost their lives on that day. I He represented the feeling of all tagon there is a single blackened stone think all of us understand the target Americans. We must make certain that set within the new wall to symbolize was not buildings. It was not buildings terrorists are not able to do this again what cannot and must not ever be for- in New York or Washington, DC. The in our country. Our country is, in my gotten. We have witnessed an almost target was the spirit of our country. judgment, as united as ever, united to incomprehensible transformation from The target was democracy. The target battle terrorism wherever it exists in the blackened devastation we saw a was Americans and what Americans the world. We have come to understand year ago, just as America itself has represent. as a country that a battle against ter- been transformed. With the 1-year anniversary of that rorism is not quick. It is not easy. But An unparalleled sense of unity and event, it is important for our country it is something to which all America is compassion swept across America, again to take stock of where we are, committed. Every fanatic anywhere in proving once again that the true who we are, and what our citizenship the world who thinks terrorism is an strength of our Nation has always responsibilities are as Americans. acceptable means to an end needs to flowed from the fortitude of our people. One year ago, I left the Capitol Build- hear and know that America is united. As we lifted up the hearts of those ing late at night to drive home and My State is half a continent away grieving for loved ones, we moved to- drove past the Pentagon. It was still from Washington, DC, and New York ward a swift and just defense of our burning, with smoke billowing out of City where the attacks took place. Let freedom, and the President worked vig- the Pentagon that was then bathed in me speak for a moment about my rural orously and mightily to build an inter- floodlights. It was an eerie sight to see State, so distant from the urban areas national coalition. And while the war the fire at the Pentagon even late at where the attacks took place. on terror will unquestionably be long night and to hear and see the F–15 and First, tragically, we, too, experienced and dangerous, our heroic men and F–16 fighter planes flying combat mis- the loss of life. A young North Dako- women in uniform struck quickly and sions over our city and the Capitol that tan, Ann Nelson of Stanley, ND, died decisively at the heart of the Taliban. day and that evening. when the World Trade Center col- In February, I had the privilege of We went back to the Pentagon a few lapsed. I knew Ann and her family. She visiting our troops and meeting with days later, and we were, as Members of was a very special young woman. Her President Karzai as part of a congres- Congress, meeting with Pentagon offi- father has been a good friend of mine sional trip to Afghanistan. What left cials and viewing the damage. As we for many years. She had a bright fu- the most profound impression on me, were there, one young marine was ture ahead of her, and she was a joy to one I will never forget, was the un- hanging by a crane in a bucket up near all who knew her. Ann Nelson was a flinching commitment, the indefati- what had been the fourth floor of the young North Dakota woman seeking a gable resolve, and highest level of pro- Pentagon in what now was an open career, pursuing a job in the World fessionalism, not to mention bravery, wound and gash in that concrete build- Trade Center in New York City. She of our troops. ing. He had been hoisted up in the died because she was an American. She Indeed, much was revealed to us on bucket by a crane that was moving to- was one of thousands of innocent the morning of September 11, 2001: The ward this open gash. As we watched Americans who lost their lives because extent of the threat against us, the him, he reached around into this open of these heinous, unspeakable acts of image of the devil incarnate, but also area where this airplane hit and he horror committed by terrorists. the face of a resilient and passionate pulled out a flag he had spotted up in The day of the attack in Washington, and a united nation that would not an open area that had miraculously DC, I looked up in the sky to see fight- allow this travesty to stand. burned, and he brought this red and er jets flying overhead. I found out We have learned that we can con- gold flag, which was the Marine flag, a later that day they were pilots from tinue the process of healing, even brilliant red and gold color. He had the Fargo, ND, members of the Air Na- knowing we will never fully be healed. crane lower him to the ground. He tional Guard called the Happy Hooli- We have learned we can move forward, marched over to where we were, walked gans, some of the best fighter pilots in without moving away from the anger past us and said: I am going to give the world. Over the years, they have we justifiably feel. Indeed, if we are to this flag to the Marine Commandant. won three William Tell Awards which properly memorialize those whom we He said: Terrorists could not destroy is the award for the best fighter pilots. lost on that day and the days since, this flag, and they cannot destroy this They are stationed on a rotating basis then we must maintain a boundless re- country. at Langley Air Force Base. solve in perpetuity that is so essential I think the spirit of that young ma- Part of their mission is to protect to keeping America secure and eradi- rine and the spirit of people at Ground the Nation’s Capital. They were the S8488 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 first scrambled and the first in the air rest of the world. It can have a pro- The burden cast upon our great Nation and the first over the Nation’s Capital found impact on the lives of those who was one we neither asked for nor de- on that very day, 9/11. We are so proud cherish freedom. served, but we carry it on our shoulders of them. They are the ones we saw in I say to the young men and women I consoled by the memories of those who the air almost immediately after these met in Kabul and Baghram and else- went before us who sacrificed in the attacks. where, thanks for your service to name of freedom. Their mission, I told them, reminds America. Thanks for helping us wage I yield the remainder of my time. me of something I read some long while the fight against terrorism, a fight this The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- ago. I don’t know where it comes from, country is determined and destined to ator from Pennsylvania. a verse that said: When the night is full win. Mr. SPECTER. In the absence of any- of knives, and the lightning is seen, I yield the floor. body else on the floor seeking recogni- and the drums are heard, the patriots The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- tion, I ask consent that I be permitted are always there, ready to fight and ator from Alabama. to speak for 5 minutes. ready to die, if necessary, for freedom. Mr. SHELBY. Madam President, one The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without A lot of patriots last September 11 year ago, America awoke to a tragic objection, it is so ordered. said: I’m here and I’m ready to fight and devastating incarnation of hatred Mr. SPECTER. Madam President, for freedom. and evil. Incomprehensible to most Senator SANTORUM, Senator ENSIGN, In the weeks and months that fol- citizens only a day before, the terrorist and I have just returned from memo- lowed the attacks of September 11, our attacks of September 11 dramatically rial services in Shanksville, PA, com- country has come together like never changed our people, our country, and memorating the downing of Flight 93. before. We understand that we face a the entire world. It was truly an inspirational and emo- very special and unusual challenge. We Insulated for over 50 years from for- tional occurrence. The families of the are a big, wide open, free democracy. It eign attacks on our soil, Americans in victims of flight 93, the crew and pas- is very hard to provide absolute secu- an instant grasped the magnitude of sengers, were seated front and center, rity in every way, every day all around the threat we face from terrorism. In and then a large crowd was assembled, our country. We do not want any of us the days after the attacks, the dan- estimated in advance to be in the range to diminish the basic freedoms that gerous world in which we live never of 20,000 to 30,000 people. represent America, the basic freedoms seemed more precarious. Gov. Mark Schweiker, Governor of in our Constitution. We do not want to The immediate aftermath brought a Pennsylvania, spoke, as did former diminish those freedoms in order to tremendous outpouring of grief and Gov. Tom Ridge, now the Homeland Se- fight terrorism. We want to fight ter- sorrow. curity Director. There was not a dry rorism and eradicate terrorism wher- Our Nation mourned as the realities eye in the entire assemblage. The mes- ever it exists. We want to preserve that of the events of September 11 pene- sage delivered by Governor Schweiker which makes America unique, the most trated our collective psyche. Candles and Governor Ridge was a moment of wonderful country on the face of the were lit in remembrance and flags were remembrance, a moment of commemo- Earth. flown in patriotic displays of unity. ration, and a moment of hope for the A year ago when I spoke in this Stories of bravery and courage emerged future, with a determination that a Chamber about the events of Sep- in the wake of the attacks which united America will repel terrorists tember 11, I recalled the words that helped to inspire and remind us of all wherever terrorists exist and that the Shakespeare wrote: Grief hath changed that is great about the American spir- struggle for freedom will be main- me since you saw me last. it. tained and will be won. It continues to change us as we go This foundation of strength which Governor Schweiker went to the forward carrying the heavy burden was built in the days after the attacks Shanksville Elementary School in ad- that grief imposes. But part of that prepared us for the challenges ahead, vance of the ceremony and brought to change is much more than grief. Part and helped harden our national resolve the assemblage, especially the families of it is a steely resolve to respond to deliver our enemies to justice. of victims of flight 93, this message forcefully and strongly and with preci- We live in a far different world than from the Shanksville Elementary sion to those who carried out the at- the one we occupied just 12 months School: tacks 1 year ago. Our resolve in this ago. If God brought you to it, God will bring year, in my judgment, has grown even With a clear sense of purpose our you through it. stronger. country has engaged the war on ter- That brought quite a response. This will be a day that Americans rorism on every conceivable front. The Churchill was quoted, I think, so ap- will think about for many decades to vision outlined by President Bush in propriately: come, the September 11 anniversary of his September 20 address to the nation Never was so much owed by so many to so 2001. My hope is we rededicate our- has been undertaken with extraor- few. selves today to the mission ahead and dinary success. We have been vigilant I think that is especially applicable the challenge ahead to preserve our de- in our fight to hunt down those respon- to the Members of the Senate and the mocracy. My hope is that today we sible for the attacks, as well as those Members of the House of Representa- also pay honor to the memory of those who might do us harm in the future. tives because flight 93 was headed to innocent Americans who lost their We have fortified our defenses and reor- the U.S. Capitol. That had long been lives, and then say thank you to all of ganized our government. Americans ev- the speculation, and it was confirmed 2 the heroes who, on September 11, ex- erywhere are more aware of their sur- days ago in an article in the New York tended forward and said: Let it be me roundings and remain defiant of those Times, quoting members of al-Qaida. to reach out and help. And especially wishing to do us harm. We as a nation Ms. Sandy Dahl, wife of pilot Jason we say thank you to the men and have grown stronger and more united Dahl, made an emotional speech and women of the Armed Forces who serve than ever. later came down and sat right next to in harm’s way all across the world. We have been blessed with enormous where I was sitting and was holding her Finally, months after September 11, I freedoms and prosperity in this coun- infant daughter, Michaela, who will be was in Afghanistan, Baghram, Kabul, try. Over the course of our history, 2 at the end of September. It was quite and that region of the world. As you fly many Americans have made the ulti- a poignant picture of the widow, griev- into Afghanistan and look down mate sacrifice by giving their lives to ing for what happened a year ago through an airplane window to the protect our freedoms. Although we today, but holding her child and look- hills and the mountains and under- have enjoyed many years of peace, the ing forward to the future. The child stand that somewhere in caves deep in events of September 11 showed us that was smiling, and so was Mrs. Dahl, the mountains there were people plot- this fight is far from over. looking at her infant daughter. ting the murder of innocent Ameri- We must continue to build on the It is my hope that the Congress will cans, you understand we cannot ever be successes of the past year, and never yet act on legislation which has been oblivious to what is happening in the become complacent with our victories. introduced to grant Congressional Gold September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8489 Medals to the 40 who were crew and There being no objection, the mate- 10:06 AM—‘‘TOLL THE BELLS’’ passengers of flight 93. As I moved rial was ordered to be printed in the Br. David W. Schlatter, O.F.M., Bells of Re- through the assembled ladies and gen- RECORD, as follows: membrance toll forty times as names of tlemen who were families of the vic- ‘‘A TIME FOR HONOR AND HOPE’’—ONE YEAR passengers and crew are read. Presen- tims and spoke to them and heard of ANNIVERSARY MEMORIAL SERVICE, WEDNES- tation of Names: Mr. Tony Mowod their grief, the common thread was: DAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2002 INTRODUCTION OF GOVERNOR MARK SCHWEIKER Please move ahead. Thank you for the The County of Somerset wishes to express REMARKS legislation—thanking the Congress for heartfelt thanks to all who have come for- Governor Mark Schweiker ward to assist, contribute and participate in the legislation authorizing the creation INTRODUCTION OF KEYNOTE SPEAKER of a memorial at Shanksville, a na- the One Year Anniversary Memorial Service. We would also like to extend a special thank Governor Tom Ridge, Homeland Security tional memorial site, but also asking you to these sponsors: Advisor that our legislation for the Congres- DIAMOND LEVEL REMARKS sional Gold Medals be completed. United Airlines Corporation Governor Tom Ridge, Homeland Security The family of Georgine Rose Deitrick & Associates Interiors, Inc. Advisor Corrigan presented me with this photo UNDERWRITER LEVEL TWENTY-ONE GUN SALUTE and the ribbons, red, white, and blue. Marines of the 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, These photos were worn by so many— Davis Bus Lines/STA Fedex Ground Site Support Element, Johnstown, PA virtually all of the families of the vic- Meyer Sound Labs ECHO TAPS tims who were in attendance. Northern Sound & Light, Inc. 2d Marine Aircraft Wing Band, 2d Marine Yesterday, I spoke on the floor of the GOLD LEVEL Aircraft Wing, Cherry Point, NC Senate and said that sometime before BMW of North America MUSICAL SELECTION dusk today I would ask unanimous con- Under the Sun Productions, Inc. sent for the consideration of the bill S. ‘‘God Bless America’’—2d Marine Aircraft SILVER LEVEL Wing Band, 2d Marine Aircraft Wing, 1434, which has 69 cosponsors, which Benack Sound Productions, Inc. Cherry Point, NC and public would grant the Congressional Gold Hershey Foods AIR FORCE FLYOVER WITH MISSING MAN Medal posthumously to the victims of Thoratec FORMATION flight 93. This bill should have been Daily American Newspaper AT–38’s, 80th Flying Training Wing moved a long time ago. I have taken it Merrill Lynch-Southwestern Pennsylvania (80FTGW), 88th Flying Training Squad- up with the appropriate Senators to Offices ron (88FTS) Sheppard AFB, Texas get it moved, and it has not moved be- BRONZE LEVEL HEROES MEMORIAL RELEASE cause of the interest of some in expand- Aurora Casket Company Release of forty white birds representing the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies ing it to cover other victims—the fire- fallen heroes of flight 93 fighters, the police, and others. Don & Becky Kelley ‘‘GOD BLESS AMERICA’’ I certainly think it would be appro- Ohio Gratings priate to grant recognition to all of Seven Springs Mountain Resort Ms. Jeanne Wentworth, Leading assembled Staley Communications public and Johnstown Symphony Orches- those people. However, I think the vic- tra tims of flight 93 are in a special cat- PEWTER LEVEL FORMAL RETIREMENT OF THE COLORS egory because they saved the Capitol. Mississippi Association of Supervisors In order to avoid the complications Somerset Trust Company Honor Guard 2d Marine Aircraft Wing, Cher- Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association ry Point, NC of having a bill discharged from com- Kendall, Inc. DEPARTURE OF FLIGHT 93 FAMILIES mittee, I have consulted with the Par- Roth Brothers DEPARTURE OF DIGNITARIES liamentarian as to the procedures for Color ID having a bill held at the desk. Baw Plastics, Inc. PUBLIC DEPARTURE f HEARTFELT SUPPORT LEVEL f MEASURE READ THE FIRST Ironworkers Local Union #46 IN REMEMBRANCE OF SEPTEMBER TIME—S. 1434 Radio Shack Corporation 11, 2001 Rockwood Area School Mr. SPECTER. At this time, I submit The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- on behalf of myself and 69 cosponsors a ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY MEMORIAL SERVICE— ator from South Dakota. bill to authorize the President to 9:30 AM Mr. JOHNSON. Madam President, I award posthumously the Congressional MUSICAL SELECTIONS rise today to commemorate the vicious Gold Medal to the passengers and crew Johnstown Symphony Orchestra and the 2d terrorist attacks that occurred on our of United Airlines Flight 93 in the Marine Aircraft Wings Band, 2d Marine Nation a year ago today, September 11, aftermath of the terrorist attack on Aircraft Wing, Cherry Point, NC 2001. the United States on September 11, ‘‘OLD GLORY’’ FLAG PRESENTATION Over the past few days, in large cities 2001. 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort and small towns, in New York and the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The bill Campbell, KY Pentagon today, in my home State of will be read for the first time. Remarks by Mr. Dave Pawlewicz, Century South Dakota, people have gathered to The assistant legislative clerk read Link America remember and to reflect upon what as follows: PRESENTATION OF THE COLORS happened this last year. U.S. Marine Corp Honor Guard, 2d Marine A bill (S. 1434) to authorize the President In many ways it still does not seem Aircraft Wing, Cherry Point, NC to award the Congressional Gold Medal to possible that a year has passed since the passengers and crew of United Airlines PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE the attacks of September 11, 2001. It flight 93 in the aftermath of the terrorist at- Miss Priscilla Gordeuk and Mr. Elwood seems too soon to look back and reflect tack on the United States on September 11, Brant, Top Honor Senior Students, on the meaning of September 11 be- 2001. Shanksville-Stonycreek School District cause the events of that day still echo Mr. SPECTER. Madam President, for NATIONAL ANTHEM in our daily lives. The wound is still purposes of completing the procedure, I Ms. Jeanne Wentworth too fresh, the loss too great. Every intend to object after asking the bill be FLYOVER American will remember exactly where read the second time. C–130’s—911th Airlift Wing, Pittsburgh Inter- they were when they realized that our The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- national Airport Air Reserve Station Nation was under attack. The images tion has been heard. REMARKS of that day will be with us forever: The Mr. SPECTER. Madam President, I Sandy Dahl, Wife of Flight 93 Pilot, Jason burning buildings, the endless tele- ask unanimous consent that at the Dahl vision footage of airplanes crashing conclusion of my remarks the program ‘‘ONE MINUTE OF SILENCE FOR WORLDWIDE into the Twin Towers, the images of for the commemorative ceremony in PEACE’’ New York covered in rubble. Shanksville be printed in the CONGRES- Murial Borza, Sister of Flight 93 Passenger, I will always remember the smoke of SIONAL RECORD, and I yield the floor. Deora Bodley the Pentagon as it appeared through a S8490 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 too-perfect blue sky here in Wash- ever made. Through gestures large and and with the country as I look back on ington DC. But other thoughts—can- small, South Dakotans united with it after a year’s time. I think it reflects dlelight vigils, American flags their neighbors and worked to bring better than anything I could create adorning buildings, fences, and barns, something positive from all of the ter- now not only my feelings at the time the heroism of the passengers of Amer- rible destruction. but my concern for where we should be ican flight 93, and the lasting bravery A lot has changed in our country, and and what we should be doing. of firefighters and other first respond- in our world, since September 11. Our I read the letter dated September 22, ers—will also remain in our hearts as Nation has learned, to our vast sorrow, 2001: constant reminders of that day in Sep- that we were not as untouchable as we I have your letter, dear friend, and am tember. had believed ourselves to be. Our coun- moved to reply in depth using you as my au- Across the Nation and around the try is involved in a war against terror dience as I make an attempt to speak to all world, people came together to do what that has taken our courageous military the issues I see. they could for the victims and their men and women, including my son I start with the President’s address to the families. I was proud, but not at all Brooks, to Afghanistan as well as other Congress last Thursday. It has been called historic, one of the greatest Presidential ad- surprised, when South Dakotans over- far-off corners of the world. Our mili- whelmingly responded with offers of dresses ever given. It certainly had that tary effort in Afghanistan has helped character and, listening to it in a packed blood and other assistance. Millions of to free people who were oppressed by a chamber more hushed than I can ever re- dollars were donated by South Dako- dictatorial regime that, in addition to member, I was struck by the power, elo- tans to relief organizations, and thou- the atrocities that the government in- quence and directness of his words. From a sands of hours of time were volun- flicted upon its own people, harbored a distance of a day or two, however, as I ana- teered in efforts to aid survivors and terrorist group representing the worst lyze it and discuss it with my colleagues, I the family members of victims. Em- humanity can become. realize that the speech was more than mov- ployees at Luverne Fire Apparatus in Here on the home front, things have ing rhetoric. For the first time since the end of the Cold War, a U.S. President has laid Brandon put in 2,000 hours of their own changed as well. Barricades have been time to build a fire truck that was do- out a clear statement of what the world is erected around national monuments, now like and what the U.S. role must be in nated to New York City. Red Cross vol- the Capitol, and the White House. that world. unteers from Rapid City assisted in re- Lines are longer and security more The fact that this has not been done before covery efforts at the Pentagon. Farm- thorough at airports. Despite the is less a knock on previous Presidents than ers and ranchers throughout the state longer lines and tighter security, our a realization that, until September 11, Amer- sold cattle and grain at auctions and Nation still moves and functions much icans in general were probably not yet free of livestock drives and donated that as it has for the last 225 years. We re- all our Cold War illusions. We are the world’s only remaining superpower, we told our- money to relief efforts. In one extraor- main a beacon of democracy and jus- dinary example, Don and Adeline Hight selves. We are a just compassionate nation, tice for much of the world, and I work we said. Ergo, we reasoned, it follows that, of Murdo sold 100 calves and donated very hard as a Senator to make certain under our vigorous stewardship, the world the proceeds, about $40,000, to help vic- that new regulations, however nec- itself will become a just and compassionate tims of the terrorist attacks. In Brown essary they may be in our post-Sep- place, albeit little by little. County, the Rural American Patriot tember 11 world, do not infringe upon With Hitler and Stalin and Mao all dead, Fund used the money they collected the basic rights of our citizens that we we thought, with the Soviet Union gone, from fellow farmers and ranchers to seek to secure. evil—true malevolence—has gone from the buy thousands of dollars in Patriot So as we take this day to reflect world stage. It only pops up here and there in Bonds. The idea of Patriot Bonds began the form of an isolated Serb or Somali upon the many lives lost last year, we warload. with a call from a South Dakotan to are to reflect on the courage and her- No more. my office, and were approved by the oism of those who did so much to save Now we know that evil is alive and thriv- Treasury Department last December. lives and defend our liberty today. We ing, still threatening the peace everywhere Patriot Bonds, similar to World War II take comfort that the terrorists’ goals in the world. Irrational hatred has not dis- war bonds, allow Americans to support were not realized—that there were at- appeared. The same mindset of fanaticism the relief and recovery efforts at the tacks on buildings, but there were also that built gas chambers 60 years ago is now World Trade Center and the Pentagon attacks on everything America stands hijacking airplanes and flying them into buildings, overseeing the preparation of and to help fund the war on terrorism. for—on individual liberty, on religious South Dakotans also helped to ease chemical and biological weapons of mass de- tolerance, on democracy, on free struction. As the President made so starkly the emotional strain that the attack speech, and all the rights of our Con- clear, the world’s new enemies hate freedom had on survivors and the victims’ fami- stitution. These forces of hate, these as much as Hitler did, and are prepared to lies. Police officers specializing in forces of intolerance tried to destroy kill millions as much as Stalin did. Evil has stress management from Mitchell and the very things that make this Nation not gone away; it has simply changed its po- Yankton went to New York to help the strong. Buildings are being repaired litical language and its physical address. police officers there deal with the emo- but, more importantly, the light of de- Our Cold War mentality told us that the trouble in the Middle East was about Israel, tional aftermath of the terrorist at- mocracy that holds this Nation to- tacks. Lance Fillspipe, Junior about power politics between established na- gether and our fundamental values tion states, about borders and economics and Rodriguez, and eight other police offi- burn just as brightly as it ever has. markets. I readily agree that Israel has real cers from Pine Ridge Indian Reserva- The United States took a hit, but we problems with her neighbors, and they with tion traveled to New York to help the have responded aggressively, and her, but this is not about those problems. It police there handle security. Bonnie America will remain a beacon of lib- is not about Israel. It is about defending the Riggenbach and Bob Holmes of Rapid erty and freedom for the world forever helpless against evil. City, both therapists, traveled to New after. President Bush told us that America is York to do what they could to help I yield the floor. feeding the poor in Afghanistan. I didn’t people mend their lives. The Disaster know that before. Since his speech I have The PRESIDING OFFICER (Ms. been in briefings from those familiar with Mental Health Institute at the Univer- CANTWELL). The Senator from Utah. the region who tell us that the Taliban uses sity of South Dakota went to New Mr. BENNETT. Madam President, as food as a weapon, denying it to those that York City in the wake of the Sep- I contemplated what I might say here oppose them. They say they hate us for our tember 11 attacks and played a key today, I went back in my computer and support of Israel, but they also hate us be- role in helping the recovery process. pulled up a letter I wrote on September cause we are trying to feed the starving in Students at Mount Marty College put 22, 2001, in response to a friend of mine their own country, and thus undermine their together a banner signed by members who corresponded with me in that dif- effort to starve everyone into submission. of the community with words of sym- ficult time. He is a history professor. I They hate us because we profane their world with our notions of freedom—we ‘‘pol- pathy and support for the city of New have known him since high school. And lute the holy places’’ with business people York. That banner is being considered I sat down at my computer and simply and diplomats who let women drive and ap- by the Guinness Book of World Records let things flow out. I have now decided pear in public with bare faces. They hate us as being the largest handmade banner to share that letter with the Senate because we take the youth of all countries, September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8491 including theirs, into our universities and ing less than they were in 1941 and through losses that were suffered on September teach them about science and economics and the Cold War years, for us and for all the rest 11. Silence, somehow, speaks more democracy, as well as about blue jeans and of those who want to live in freedom. loudly to the horror and the com- movies and freedom to travel and open de- Madam President, reading that a bate. President Bush said it better than I plicated feelings that we all had on year later, I still feel the same way. that day. Nevertheless, we must speak, can, and it was necessary for him to lay all The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- that out if the Country is to ‘‘get’’ what we to reflect on what happened that day, are facing. ator from Connecticut. in the year that has passed, and to try The President spoke of the diplomatic Mr. LIEBERMAN. Madam President, to learn from that day and chart our front in this war, of our need for part- I ask unanimous consent that I be rec- way forward. ners.... He reported good progress there, ognized to speak for up to 10 minutes Madam President, our enemies hoped citing Pakistan as an example. In the same in this slot previously reserved for the that September 11, 2001, would be the briefings that told us about food shipments Senator from Illinois and that Senator to Afghanistan I learned that the current first page of a new chapter in world DURBIN be recognized to speak in the leaders of Pakistan really don’t have much history: The end of the American cen- of a choice in this fight because they are a next Democratic slot. tury; the end of America as we know it; target themselves. They hardly qualify as The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without the beginning of a civilizational con- democrats by our definition, but the radicals objection, it is so ordered. flict, based on theological differences, still hate them for even their tenuous ties to Mr. LIEBERMAN. I thank the Chair. taken to an inhumane extreme, which us. By some estimates, the radicals are close Madam President, it is truly an to bringing the government down and turn- would end in the victory of radical ex- honor to have the opportunity to come treme Islam. ing Pakistan into another Afghanistan. The and speak on the floor of the Senate same is true, in terms of the radical’s end As a distinguished Muslim citizen of goal, in Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and today. This is one of those days when Connecticut said yesterday at a public elsewhere. the Senate Chamber is really the peo- ceremony, al-Qaida hijacked his reli- The leaders of those countries know they ple’s forum, when the partisan or ideo- gion. are at risk, and have been for some time. logical or regional or whatever dif- In this the terrorists betrayed their Sadat was murdered because he was willing ferences that sometimes separate us in ignorance, not just about Islam but to go to Jerusalem and say, ‘‘No more war.’’ votes fall aside and we stand here be- about America; not just about the Those leaders need our help and are willing fore the Chair, under the slogan that to help us in return because, long term, they American people but American democ- know that the only nation with the capacity describes us—‘‘E pluribus unum,’’ ‘‘Out racy and its values. to lead a world wide campaign to eliminate of many, one’’—and truly represent the I wish to speak for a moment about this evil is ours. The success we are having common and shared values, hopes, and this conflict that September 11 has put in building a coalition of partners in the first aspirations of our people. us into and the differences between us days of this conflict is one of the most en- I am proud of what my colleagues and our enemies, which is what this is couraging signs that things are, for the mo- have said thus far in this discussion ment, going somewhat well. all about. This is not a simple struggle You are a historian; you know that the and very grateful to be a part of it. for power. This is a global conflict for Second World War didn’t begin on December In New York City today, they are values, for ideals. We are idealists. We 7th. Neither did this one begin on September reading the names of the victims, the and our many allies around the world, 11th. As was the case with Europeans in the names of 3,000 of God’s children, mag- including so many millions in the Mus- 30’s, Americans have been in Foreign Policy nificent in their characteristic Amer- lim world, believe in the inalienable denial in the 90’s. Thrilled with the demise of ican diversity, whose lives were sav- and inviolable rights of every indi- our four-decade Soviet enemy, we read arti- agely taken on September 11 of last vidual. Our enemies are craven cynics cles about the ‘‘end of history’’ and ignored year simply because they were Amer- the signs that were there to be seen. Now we who desire raw power for themselves have to go back and examine those signs . . . ican. None of us here can say anything and seek to crush those who look or We must realize that we are truly at war, as powerful or profound as the recita- act or think differently. They claim to and, as was the case in 1941, really have been tion of those names today. be religious, but how can they be reli- for some time. The embassy bombings, the The Pentagon, the World Trade Cen- gious and faithful in any way in which attack on the U.S.S. Cole, the intelligence ter, and that field outside Shanksville, any of the world’s religions understand warnings—all these should have told us that PA, will forever be hallowed battle- this is a war and not, as some of the com- it, if they are prepared to kill thou- mentators have described it, a law enforce- grounds, places where we will take our sands of God’s children allegedly in the ment problem. What’s the difference? . . . children to stand silently and con- name of God? In a war you focus on prevention of attack, template their meaning, places of wor- We are different. We are optimists. not punishment. You . . . go after the en- ship, really, where we will revere the We grant people liberty, not as the gift emy’s assets to destroy them before they can lives lost and honor their place in our of politicians but as our Declaration of be used to destroy you, gather the best intel- history. Independence says: As the endowment ligence you can and then play hunches and This morning, as I left the very mov- of our Creator. We have confidence probabilities. You don’t give out Miranda ing and unifying commemorative re- warnings. that a society governed by its people Please accept my assurance that our lead- dedication service at the Pentagon, I will progress, and that is why we seek ers know how different and difficult this war came across a family, and I said hello to open the world and broaden the com- will be. They know that we have to have and shook their hands, and I realized munity of nations living under democ- partners, and that many of these partners these were survivors of a man killed in racy, as we have so magnificently since have internal problems that will prevent the Pentagon on September 11 of last the fall of the Berlin Wall. them from being the kind of ‘‘allies’’ on year: A young boy about 10 or 12 years which we could traditionally count.... The Our enemies are not just pessimists; team that President Bush has assembled is old, full of innocence and youth, a they are fatalists. They fear the voices experienced, intellectually nuanced in its great looking kid, carrying an Amer- of the people. They want to bring down understanding, and deep. Down below the ican flag in a case—I presume the flag a theological iron curtain to divide the level of Cheney, Powell, Rumsfeld and Rice that was either placed over his father’s world into acceptable and unacceptable is a significant bench of very solid players coffin or given to him in memory of his people and nations and faiths, to those who understand what we are up against.... father—a woman, who was the wife of worthy of living and those targeted for So there we are. It has fallen our lot . . . the deceased and his parents—strong to be the leader of the free world in a strug- death and domination. gle that is global and against an enemy that American stock—a man wearing the Third, we are skeptics in a very is fanatic, decentralized, persistent, com- cap of a veteran, tears under his eyes. healthy way. We question one another pletely fearless and very, very patient .... And there it was: A son without a fa- and ourselves. We are proud of who we bin Laden and his fellow fanatics have de- ther, a woman without her husband, are but not so proud that we pretend to cided that they can defeat [us] . . . by keep- parents without their child. I was be without fault. Our enemies proceed ing intact their capacity to visit horror on speechless. There was nothing I could with a chilling sense of certainty and us at unexpected times. We will not have say except to shake their hands and won until that capacity is destroyed. This an unwillingness to look at themselves will be a very long, tricky and difficult fight. put my hands over my heart. in the mirror. But, as the President said, we will win it. In some ways, silence is a more ap- It is those values that have guided us And it will be worth it. The stakes are noth- propriate response to the dreadful through our history and distinguish us S8492 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 now from our enemies. The men and we are taking today to destroy al- recognize the fear and the strength and women of our military performed bril- Qaida? the courage they exhibited on that par- liantly in unfamiliar territory against In her foreword to ‘‘At Home In The ticular day. an unprecedented foe. Our police offi- World,’’ a collection of Daniel Pearl’s I have been particularly taken now, cers, firefighters, and other first re- writings in the Wall Street Journal, his reading stories of the heroes of 9/11 and sponders have had reason to despair, widow Mariane Pearl wrote: the miracles that happened on that but they have risen to the immense The terrorists who killed Danny stood at day—stories that we are all familiar challenge and reminded us of what her- the other extreme of what Danny represents. with now—Todd Beamer and ‘‘let’s oism they display every day. Every day They could only wield their knife and cow- roll,’’ and the flight that went into the Americans in our communities have ardice against Danny’s intellectual courage field in Pennsylvania, which was the and bold spirit. Danny died holding only a very flight headed for this building. It had reason to lose faith and to turn pen. They stole his life but were unable to from hope to fear, but they have not seize his soul. By killing Danny, terrorists probably would have reached its target faltered. They have come together, took my life as well but could not lay claim had they not been heroes on that day. finding our strength, not losing our op- to my spirit. We will never let them win. Would this place even be here now? It timism and our courage. So, too, the terrorists may have may have been rebuilt, but would we be Here in Congress, though we still killed 3,000 innocent Americans on Sep- back here yet? How many lives would have work to do, we have faced the new tember 11 of last year, but they will have been lost here? reality of the post-September 11 world. never lay claim to America’s living I read last Friday in USA Today We have asked tough questions of our- spirit. We will never let them win. about miracles of 9/11. Some police offi- selves. We have supported our Presi- I yield the floor. cers, one a rookie, went into the south dent as Commander in Chief. We have The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- tower; they were buried in 20 feet of realized that we have not been as pre- ator from Kansas. rubble. Three of them were together. pared as we should have been on Sep- Mr. BROWNBACK. Madam President, The first was killed in the first crush- tember 11 last year, and we are taking I rise to speak about the events of 1 ing, but two survived and they were steps to close our vulnerabilities. year ago. I am delighted to follow my able to crawl around. The second tower As we do, we must remember that colleague, Senator LIEBERMAN of Con- came down and they were pinned un- September 11 was not just a tragedy necticut, with whom I have worked and derneath the rubble and stayed there that happened. It was not just a nat- will continue to do so. I add my name almost 24 hours. They could see a light ural disaster. It was an unnatural dis- to his comments. about 20 feet up, and they knew there aster, carried out as an intentional act Today we are gathered to remember was a possibility they would get out. by people who were evil. those who lost their lives on September As they faded in and out of conscious- That is why, as Charles 11, to honor those who sacrificed every- ness during the night, one of them had Krauthammer wrote in the Washington thing for the concept of and belief in a vision, it said in USA Today. The vision he saw was Jesus coming toward Post a while ago, we must understand freedom. That day and every day since him, bringing him a bottle of water. It this anniversary as more than a day of then are stark and simple reminders gave him strength. He wasn’t fearful of mourning and solemn remembrance. It that freedom is not free and that it is never secure. death. He was able to reach out with must be not just a day of commemora- This is something the people of my strength and yell for help. They were tion but a day of rededication. Charles home State of Kansas have long under- eventually found by a marine and were Krauthammer wrote: stood. Our very motto is ‘‘ad astra per dug out from the rubble. That is one of We would pay such homage had the World aspera’’—‘‘To the stars through dif- the miracles of 9/11. Trade Center and the Pentagon collapsed in ficulties.’’ We have lived this every I think of the heroes that were going an earthquake. They did not. And because they did not, more is required than mere day, every year since before we were a up the tower, instead of coming down, homage and respect. Not just sorrow, but re- State. on 9/11. It was an amazing day, a tragic newed anger. Not just consolation, but re- It is also a theme our entire Nation day, one we should not and we won’t newed determination. . . . embraces today. We were not bowed by forget. We will build beautiful memorials to last September’s attack. In fact, we Also, sometimes it is easy to think those killed on September 11, but there arose from the ashes stronger and more that perhaps life does not change that are other memorials that we here in resilient than ever. much when actually life has irrev- ‘‘The greatest victories come when Congress can and must build: a Depart- ocably changed. It is not that life people dare to be great,’’ Ronald ment of Homeland Security that does doesn’t go on; it certainly does. We Reagan said, ‘‘when they summon their everything humanly possible to pre- must never forget. spirits to brave the unknown and go As author Elie Wiesel said in his vent anything such as September 11 forward together to reach a greater Nobel lecture: from recurring, and it need not recur. good.’’ For me, hope without memory is like We must support and encourage our In the days immediately following memory without hope. Just as a man cannot military to search out and destroy or that fateful day, we summoned our live without dreams, he cannot live without capture al-Qaida wherever they exist. spirits and went forward together. We hope. If dreams reflect the past, hope sum- We must reach out to the Muslim dared to be great. mons the future. Does this mean that our fu- world, the great majority who are not As you look at the memorials, and as ture can be built on a rejection of the past? Surely, such a choice is not necessary. The fanatics or extremists, who suffer from you listen to the speeches of remem- a lack of freedom and a lack of mate- two are incompatible. The opposite of the brance, think of the sacrifice of all past is not the future, but the absence of the rial resources and hope, and offer them those involved, and of the lives cut future; the opposite of the future is not the the support and the freedom that they short, the promises broken, the happi- past, but the absence of the past. The loss of desire and that is ultimately the best ness destroyed. It is all too easy to one is equivalent to the sacrifice of the defense against the evil terrorism of cloak these sacrifices in mere plati- other. the minority in the Islamic world that tudes. We must remember exactly what We must not forget our past or the al-Qaida represents. it means to sacrifice and what exactly attacks or the outpouring of generosity As we approach the great debate in was sacrificed. and patriotism and simple kindnesses this Chamber on the questions around These were not nameless, faceless in the days following the attacks. All Saddam Hussein and Iraq, we must re- people who just simply acted out some of this must continue. We cannot remember the lessons of September 11. role. These were sons, daughters, hus- turn to the safety of our homes and As we look back, having heard the bands, wives, brothers, sisters, moth- pretend the storms buffeting the lives warnings of Osama bin Laden, having ers, and fathers. They were scared men of people hundreds and thousands of experienced the attack against the and women who had thrust upon them miles away does not affect us. World Trade Center in 1993, against the the part of hero, and they lived up to September 11 was a wake-up call that two embassies in Africa, against the the billing. we cannot and will not forget. It has U.S.S. Cole, as we look back, don’t we It is also too easy to just call them changed us. It has changed us in sub- wish we had taken the kind of action heroes and walk away. It is not easy to stantial ways that we can see and feel, September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8493 and in ways that I don’t think we have grieve for the victims. We mourn those I also remember another incident in wrestled with yet. who died. the middle of December. I flew into One simple thing: ‘‘God Bless Amer- But we also stand in praise of those O’Hare, and I went down to get in the ica’’ has become a national song—not heroes of September 11. Each one of us line for a taxicab. I drew a taxicab, and the National Anthem but the national carries certain images in our minds of the driver was wearing a black turban song. We gathered again today as Mem- where we were when we heard it, what and a beard. As we started to move bers of the Congress on the steps and we did. For most of us, the first calls along, I said: Excuse me, sir, would you sang it as we did on September 11. I were to our families, and maybe it was happen to be a member of the Sikh re- hope we can officially continue to do indeed proper that we would turn to ligion? that. Even though it was unofficial those we love the most to make certain He said: Yes, I am. today, I hope our national song will be- they were safe. I remember I had been visited by come official. I still remember images of that day, Muslims, Sikhs, and others worried We are a nation founded by men and and the days following, just as real as about people who would discriminate women who are willing to stake their the moment when I experienced it. One against them, and I knew a little bit lives upon the conviction of universal was a photograph from the New York about some of the terrible things that rights and freedoms; that this was larg- Times, which showed a New York fire- happened to them—they were isolated, er than their own lives and small roles fighter racing up the stairs, as you saw but that did happen. that they felt they would play; that a long line of people racing down the I said to the taxicab driver: How have their actions were just a shot across stairs of the World Trade Center. A things been for you over the last sev- history’s bow on behalf of all people young, handsome face—probably a man eral months, wearing your turban, try- who both desired to be free and hon- with a family himself, thrusting him- ing to be a regular taxicab driver? ored the sense of duty that liberty en- self into the jaws of that disaster in He said: Most people couldn’t be gendered. the hope that he could save someone’s nicer. There were bad ones, too. Some On September 11 we saw a number of life. cussed me out; some wouldn’t get in people step forward to recognize and Many like him—firefighters, police- my cab. They think I am a terrorist, fight for those universal rights and men, first responders, medics, and oth- too. freedoms, each of us in our own way in ers—gave their lives on September 11. He said most people could not be our own actions. Today, we still have a They got up that morning and put nicer. He said: I have been in the torch to carry—for all those who died their badges and uniforms on and prob- United States for 33 years. I wish they on September 11, all those who have ably never thought twice about wheth- would get in my cab because I would died in the war against terrorism, and er they would return to their families. like to show them something. all peoples across the world who desire Sadly, many never did. They are truly I said: What is that? freedom. American heroes. He reached over and pulled down the These may seem to be the worst of I can recall a few weeks later being visor, and there was a photograph of a times, but we are resilient and, most out on Lake Michigan, near Chicago, in young man in a U.S. Army uniform. importantly, we are a hopeful people a Coast Guard vessel with the young He said: I want to show them a pic- and we will prevail. There is a Biblical men who were keeping 12-hour shifts, ture of my son Michael. I said: Michael is in the Army? verse that says: patrolling the shores to keep them safe, checking every vessel that came He said: Oh, yes; he was in Kosovo. And not only so, but we glory in trib- on the Great Lakes. Most people in I said: Where is he now? ulation also: knowing that tribulation Chicago didn’t even know they were He said: He is with the Special Forces worketh patience; and patience, experi- there. But they were—every single day. in Afghanistan, and I haven’t heard ence; and experience, hope: and hope I can remember, as well, the Capitol from him in 6 weeks. maketh not ashamed. . . . Police just outside this door and I thought to myself: Boy, does that We are a hopeful people. God bless around this complex, who worked 12- tell the American story. Here we have America. hour shifts day after day, week after a man who some, with little education I yield the floor. week, to protect us, to protect the visi- or learning, in their ignorance, would The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- tors, to protect the staff, to protect say is an enemy of America. No, that ator from Illinois is recognized. this great building after September 11. man is a loyal American who was offer- Mr. DURBIN. Madam President, I They are truly American heroes. ing his greatest treasure on Earth, his joined my colleagues in the Senate this In January, as part of the first con- son, to our Nation to serve and who morning on a trip to the Pentagon. The gressional delegation to visit Afghani- was in harm’s way at that very mo- project there is known as the Phoenix stan in the daylight hours, we went to ment. Project, and those familiar with my- Bagram Air Force Base. It was an old Just a few weeks ago, four widows thology know that the Phoenix is the Soviet base, and we were using it as from the World Trade Center came to great bird that rose from the ashes and part of our efforts to liberate Afghani- see me. They want a public investiga- flew again. Well, the spirit of America stan from the Taliban. tion of what happened leading up to was flying again this morning at the To sit down with those young men September 11. I completely support Pentagon as we looked at a restored and women in uniform who had missed them. I think it is now overdue. We building—more importantly, a restored Christmas with their families, did not should do it. spirit. know how long they were going to be They talked about their experiences The President, the Secretary of De- there, and just to talk with them and with their families. They told their fense, and others spoke. We all gath- eat with them and share some stories stories over and over in all the Senate ered—thousands of us—to pay tribute about home, and to have one young offices. Some of them carried around to those who lost their lives on Sep- man come up to me and say: Senator, their necks photographs of husbands tember 11 there, as well as the victims I am from Illinois. Can I ask you a and families. in Pennsylvania and in New York. favor? When I come back after this, I remember one saying: I am lucky. As our buses came back, there were a could you give me a helping hand? My three friends here do not have any number of people gathered in Wash- I said: Sure, what is it? evidence of their husbands they lost, ington on The Mall. Many of them He said: I would like to become an but I was a lucky one because they were—in their own way, with their American citizen. found a hand, and on that hand was my families and friends—commemorating I said: Wait a minute, you’re a sol- husband’s wedding ring which I now September 11. As I passed, I saw one dier here. have on my hand. That is all that sur- man standing there with a handwritten He said: Yes, I am. I was born in Pan- vived. sign that said ‘‘United in Memory.’’ I ama, and I am not an American citizen. She was grateful for that one me- thought that really captures what we Will you help me become an American mento of his life and how much it are doing today. We have stood united citizen? meant to her, and what a reminder it is since September 11, but today we re- I said: You got it, buddy; whatever to all of us of the true grief and loss flect. We are united in memory. We you want, I will be there. that so many families have endured. S8494 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 I suppose the lesson from September Madam President, the watchwords Mr. CRAIG. Madam President, I 11 should be clear: Let all those around for Kentuckians and all Americans on think all Americans today are pausing, the world who would attack the United this day must be: Never again. if not for a moment, for a longer time States know that they will pay a heavy I think we can safely say that 1 year just to think, to kneel and pray. On price. We approve of that. But also let after September 11, 2001, we have ended their mind is a historic incident that everyone around the world know that the first chapter in the book about the occurred a year ago today in this coun- we are not an aggressive, angry people. war on terrorism. But the second chap- try. We are a caring and compassionate na- ter is going to be, in many ways, much Many of my colleagues and I went to tion, and if others will reach out with more challenging. the Pentagon this morning to recog- a hand of peace, we will extend ours as The President and many of us in this nize that great tragedy once again and well, no matter where you are from, no Chamber are haunted by the notion to be there to honor those 184 civilian matter what your religion or ethnic or that a year ago today, had those planes and military men and women who trag- cultural background. Osama bin Laden been full of something other than gaso- ically died in the Pentagon when it was and al-Qaida did not understand that, line—a chemical weapon, a biological struck by terrorists. but we in America understand it well. weapon or, worse still, a nuclear weap- There is no doubt in my mind, and When I reach back in history for on—all of the destruction that we re- my guess is there is no doubt in any words that bring inspiration, I so often member so vividly today would have American’s mind, they again relived turn to one of our favorite sons, Abra- been dramatically worse. the events of the phenomenal and trag- ham Lincoln from Illinois, and his sec- We will have before us in the Senate ic incident that occurred a year ago ond inaugural address right outside in the next few weeks a resolution giv- today, both mentally and visually on this building in which he said: ing the President the authority he will television or in ceremonies or prayers With malice toward none; with charity for be seeking, and we will need to give or moments of silence around this all; with firmness in the right, as God gives him, to begin to launch the second country. us to see the right, let us strive on to finish chapter in this war, which is to target In rethinking that day myself, I the work we are in; to bind up the nation’s weapons of mass destruction, wherever thought of my own emotions; that I wounds; to care for him who shall have borne they may be in the world, in the hands grew angry at first to realize we were the battle, and for his widow, and his or- of leaders or gangs who wish to use being attacked by terrorists. Then I ex- phan—to do all which may achieve and cher- them against our own people here at perienced for a moment on Capitol Hill ish a just, and a lasting peace, among our- that day a sense of fear that maybe the selves, and with all nations. home. This is a new doctrine the President Capitol itself would be struck, or our Lincoln said those words as we came will be laying down. In the past, we office buildings, and that my staff to the close of the most devastating have turned the other cheek, if you might be in some way injured or my war in our history. He reached out to will; we have waited to be attacked, family may not be safe. Out of that try to find common ground, even with and then we have responded. But that fear, though, grew in my mind, and the enemy, to bind this Nation. So, approach, when one considers the dev- grew in most Americans’ minds, a phe- too, should we reach out in this world astation of weapons of mass destruc- nomenal sense of resolve. to tell the story of America, to help tion, is simply unacceptable. The Since that tragic day, we have seen build a more peaceful world, a world American people will not accept a that resolve take shape in so many where our children and grandchildren strategy based upon responding after forms, whether it is the celebrating of never have to fear another September the next attack on our own soil using a complete reconstruction of the Pen- 11. weapons of mass destruction. tagon today in almost unbelievable After September 11, we were not just This will be one of the most impor- time, or whether it was citizens across united in anger, not just united in sym- tant debates we will have in the his- this Nation reaching deep in their pathy. We were united in memory and tory of this body, and it will come up pocket to give a little or a lot of their united in hope—hope for a world of in the next few weeks. It will be an ap- personal wealth to help the remaining peace, hope that our children and chil- propriate memorial and remembrance citizens whose husbands, wives, sons, dren around the world will be spared to those who lost their lives a year ago or daughters were the victims of the 9/ the horror, the disaster, and the trag- today as a result of a conventional at- 11 incidents. edy of September 11. tack. Were they alive today, I am sure As I was listening to our Secretary of Madam President, I yield the floor. they would applaud our efforts to pre- Defense and our President today, I The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- vent another attack with weapons even thought of two Idahoans who died a ator from Kentucky. more devastating on other Americans year ago today at the Pentagon, one Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, here at home. LTC Ron Vauk of Nampa, ID, and one as we observe the 1-year passing of the Make no mistake about it, this is the Brady Howell of Sugar City, ID. day al-Qaida attacked America, we new challenge of the 21st century: I have known LTC Hawk only by a have in our hearts, our thoughts, and Weapons of mass destruction in the piece of paper. When I was a young our prayers the victims and their fami- hands of gangs such as al-Qaida or re- Member in the House of Representa- lies. On this painful anniversary, they gimes such as the one in Baghdad used tives, I had looked at his resume. I had do not stand alone in their grief. All on Americans here at home by people studied his grades and I, along with the Americans of all faiths, colors, and who really are against modernity, who rest of my colleagues, had decided he creeds mourn the senseless loss of life want to roll the clock back to the Mid- was eligible for and ought to be nomi- on September 11, 2001. dle Ages where women had no rights, nated to the Naval Academy at Annap- The war on terrorism is a fight where people had no opportunity to olis. We did nominate him, and he against evil forces bent on destroying speak or to worship as they chose. served with honor. America and our many freedoms. Presi- This is a war between modernity and He had retired out of the military dent Bush said this war will be unlike the Middle Ages. Our enemies are quite and was serving in the Navy Reserve, any we have ever seen, and he is cer- intelligent and resourceful, and this teaching in this area. He was serving tainly right. This is a war without bor- challenge is going to go on for quite only as a reservist at the Pentagon in ders and one in which the battle must some time. a temporary status for a few days, hav- be brought to the enemy, lest terror- In conclusion, this would be a fitting ing been called from his job to do so ists strike again on our own soil. memorial to those who died a year ago when that plane struck. I will never In the long proud arc of our Republic, today, that America in a very forget the time I spent with his bride America’s courage has been too great, proactive way seeks to prevent the and their small son in Maryland. I its values too strong, and its freedoms next attack in the United States using watched the unity of that family com- too dear to ever be turned back by an weapons of mass destruction. ing around the widow and that small enemy. As we stand at the beginning of I yield the floor. son of LTC Ron Vauk. That was the a new century, I am certain in the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- kind of resolve we have seen repeated knowledge that we will prevail again. ator from Idaho. time and time again out of the tear- September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8495 stained faces of Americans as they rec- re-shed in memory of the men and through. Americans rallied to help ognized that they had to commit them- women who died on 9/11. I am so proud those in need by waiting hours to give selves, as our President and as this of my country and so proud to be but a blood, by donating supplies to the res- Congress has committed itself, to never small part of its leadership because I cue effort, by digging deep in their own letting this happen again. have sensed in the Senate that while pockets for the September 11 charities. I remembered Jennifer Vauk today, we may have our differences politi- I am especially proud of the Tennessee and I can only say to that brave widow cally, a resolve all Americans have at Baptist Convention that sent 30 volun- that I thank her for her courageous- this moment is to never allow this to teers to prepare food for the rescue ness at this tremendously difficult happen again, never allow our citizens workers at the World Trade Center. time for her. Resolve and resilience to be the target of an enemy that I am still moved to this day, as we flowing from the veins of Americans would choose to strike them down for were at the Pentagon a few hours ago, into the energy of their souls clearly political expression. by the presence of members of the Ten- speaks so well in this country today. It So be it 9/11 or be it Patriots Day, I nessee Task Force One who helped is not just a 9/11 feeling, it is a sense of hope on September 11 next year we will search for survivors and recover the patriotism and resolve that has grown once again be speaking out about that fallen at the Pentagon. out of nearly every crisis this great day on September 11 of 2001 when thou- America will always remember the country has experienced down through sands of Americans lost their lives, but men and women who risked their lives the years. It comes in all different America found once again a revitalized to save the lives of others on Sep- forms. reason for being what we are and striv- tember 11: Those on the front line, the At this instance, in Idaho, it was the ing to allow the rest of the world to medical personnel, the firemen, the po- Red Cross sending volunteers all the have the same kind of human freedoms lice officers, all who rushed into harm’s way across the country to Ground Zero we have and cherish. way, who forever touched our hearts in New York, or it was the numerous I yield the floor. with their heroism. Their example ex- churches or memorial services held The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- ists, survives, as an inspiration to us across the State of Idaho, or it was a ator from Tennessee. all. It will remain so for generations to marvelous little gal in Pocatello who Mr. FRIST. Madam President, come. had saved $1,000 of her own money to though we would never wish to relive Britt Brewster, a 12-year-old Ten- buy a horse, and she gave all of it to the horror of September 11, 2001, we nessee girl, who came up yesterday the 9/11 charities so some other child must dedicate ourselves to appro- from Tennessee to participate in the could have a little bit because that priately remembering it. That is the remembrance services said earlier this child had lost so much, a mother or a task we begin with this first anniver- week: father. sary of that darkest of days, to prop- The one good thing [about September 11] It was not just an Idahoan doing it. It erly and lastingly honor the sacrifice was that America started coming together as was thousands of Americans speaking of the more than 3,000 women, men, one. out from the smallest, almost the poor- and children who perished at the Pen- I remember visiting Ground Zero est, to the tallest and the most tagon, at the World Trade Center, at with about 40 of my colleagues from wealthy in our country who found the the crash site of flight 93 in this body a couple days after the at- capacity in their heart to experience Shanksville, PA. tacks. Smoke was still rising from the this resolve and dedicate themselves, September 11 will be a day of mourn- debris. Almost everything was covered as did Leah Wright in Pocatello with ing for many years to come. And it with the fine ash. The only color, other her $1,000. should be, for the grief of those who than the workmen’s bright yellow hats, I suspect every generation has a de- lost loved ones on that day will pass was the American flags that hung so fining moment. My guess is that Sep- only with their passing. Nothing can proudly posted on the buildings around tember 11 is the defining moment for that World Trade Center site. We America’s current generation. Our wipe away the memory of a friend or a should fly our flags on this anniversary President, in speaking today, has given family member taken before their a name for all of us who would call it time. The victims of September 11— and show our common love for country 9/11. It will be a Patriots Day, and I those who died and the friends and and our fellow countrymen. There has been much debate about hope that every year we stop to re- family who survived them—deserve our what we should teach our children on member Patriots Day and why we now enduring respect. this first anniversary of the September recognize it in that capacity. Though the attacks were carried out Congress is now debating legislation in New York, Washington, and Penn- 11 attacks. I believe they need to know to create homeland security as a de- sylvania, no American was left un- the truth. I had the opportunity to partment, hopefully to bring our coun- touched by this tragedy. That includes take my wife and my three teenage try together more cohesively, to allow the men and women of my home State boys to Ground Zero about 2 months our law enforcement communities to of Tennessee. I think of John and Pat after the attacks. I wanted them to see do so in a way that will give us greater Lenoir of Knoxville who lost their son, firsthand the destruction with their intelligence and therefore greater re- Rob, when the World Trade Center col- very own eyes and remember, long solve. In doing so, we must not allow lapsed. Francis Hall of Knoxville lost after I am gone and my generation is terrorism, or our commitment to stop- her sister-in-law. And Otis and Nancy gone, what evil once did—and, I should ping it, deny us our own personal free- Tolbert of Brentwood, TN, lost their add, can do again—to our country. I doms. We should never select security son when flight 77 crashed into the will take them back to New York. We over freedom because it is the very Pentagon. We keep those Tennesseans were just there 5 days ago and saw the freedom of our country that gives us in our thoughts and prayers today. rebirth, the vitality of that remarkable the resolve we have today. Tragically It is entirely appropriate that the city. I also want my sons to see what enough, it was the very freedom of our President and First Lady began their good can be done, and can always be country that caused terrorists to September 11 by attending a church done, in our country. strike at us because we do not speak of service. I hope Americans all across The Gettysburg Address is considered freedom for Americans only, we speak this country follow their example by one of the most powerful pieces of fu- of it for all citizens of the world and spending some part of their day in a neral oratory ever delivered on Amer- citizens of all countries as a right of house of worship or on bended knee in ican soil. As Lincoln himself admitted, humankind to be as free as possible, prayer. Regardless of the God we may even he could not dedicate the battle- and for this great country to be dedi- worship, faith in a higher power can field beyond what those who fell there cated to that freedom. help heal and explain and console and had already done. Instead, he urged his In our search for security, let us not reassure us today, just as it did a year audience at the time to dedicate them- deny ourselves the very freedom that is ago. selves, ‘‘that from these honored dead the strength of our country. Though September 11 attacks did we take increased devotion to that Many more will speak today, and at bring one of the darkest days in our cause for which they gave the last full the end of the day many tears will be history, a few rays of light did shine measure of devotion.’’ S8496 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 The terrorists attacked on Sep- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- more personal. It is not just 3,000 lives. tember 11 and continue to make deadly ator from Oklahoma. You realize it is individual families and threats because they hate our country Mr. NICKLES. Madam President, a some of those families were totally and everything we represent. The 3,000 year ago today our Nation was sav- devastated and their futures enor- women, men, and children who died on agely attacked in maybe the most evil mously changed, if not destroyed be- that tragic day did so for the same attack ever on American soil. Over cause of this senseless, cowardly, evil cause as those who fell on the battle 3,000 innocent people were killed. I call attack that happened a year ago. green of Lexington, and the forests of it an evil attack because how can it be Like Oklahoma City, we had a lot of Argonne, and on the beaches of Nor- more evil than to kill people who are heroes. The heroes, the firemen who mandy—justice, equality, liberty, de- totally innocent—men, women, and raced into the building, the heroes on mocracy. children? flight 93, the heroes who were saving I urge every American to offer their The attack on the World Trade Cen- lives in the Pentagon, the medical per- respects to families who lost loved ter was an attack on the United States, sonnel and others who saved countless ones, to put those who perished in their on our economic beliefs and founda- lives, in some cases they gave up their prayers, and to show their patriotism tions. The attack on the Pentagon was life in order to save lives. The Bible by unfurling the American flag. But an attack on our national security and says: above all, I hope we will rededicate defense. Flight 93 was, we now find out, Greater love hath no man than this, that a ourselves to those values, to the values headed for the Capitol, an attack on man lay down his life for his friends. that have been the core of the great- our democracy. I thank God for the he- We had a lot of American citizens ness of our country for more than two roes, the passengers on the plane. who laid down their lives to save other and a quarter centuries. Those values A lot of heroes came out as a result lives. What an enormous gift they have may be threatened sooner than we may of these savage attacks a year ago— given. They did this to pay the ulti- think. If they are, we will find strength men and women who were running into mate price or make the ultimate sac- and hope and resolve in remembering, the buildings, not away from the build- rifice—to save the lives of other Ameri- properly and lastingly, September 11, ings; into the buildings to save lives. cans. 2001. It is amazing. If you look at the pic- Thousands of people killed one year The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- tures we have seen in the last few days ago today. Why? Because they were ator from Maryland. of the World Trade Center and Pen- Americans, because they happened to Mr. SARBANES. Madam President, tagon—it is amazing that there are be citizens of the United States, be- this past year, has been one of tragedy only 3,000 that were lost. That number cause they stood for freedom, they hap- and challenge for the American people. could have been significantly higher. If pened to share freedom. Just a year ago, on September 11, 2001, you look at the devastation in New Our country was attacked economi- we experienced a dawning national York City alone, it would not have cally and militarily and politically. tragedy. been hard to imagine 20,000 lost, not However, we survived that attack. The Just as the workday was beginning— 3,000. It probably would have been American economy is fine. Our Amer- 8:46 a.m. to be precise—terrorists 20,000 lives lost had it not been for the ican military stands strong. Our Amer- struck this country in a series of sav- courageous acts of firemen and police- ican democracy remains steadfast. age attacks. Over 3,000 were killed and men and fellow workers putting their My compliments to the men and many more were injured. Those at- own safety at risk to save other lives, women in the military who are pro- tacks struck a vicious blow at every not to mention the passengers on flight tecting our freedom daily and who have American everywhere. 93 who kept that plane from running done a fantastic job going after the cul- Over the past year we have labored into our Capitol, from hitting our Cap- prits, those who are responsible for this with the highest degree of human spirit itol. I cannot imagine the loss that attack, in Afghanistan and other to address our grievous losses—as indi- would have happened, not just the loss places. viduals, in our families, in our commu- of life—of Senators and Congressmen, My compliments to the administra- nities, and as a nation. At the same our staffs, our employees, our security tion, President Bush, Secretary Powell time, we have worked hard to deal with officers—but also the effect it would and Secretary Rumsfeld and others, the challenges that confront us now have on democracy. I shudder to think who are going after the perpetrators of and into the future. We are resolved to what would have happened if they this crime—not just in Afghanistan, put an end to the scourge of terrorism would have hit our Nation’s Capitol. but in countries all across the world. and to bring its perpetrators to justice. Today I joined with the President My compliments to them for building Our response to terrorism must be and many others in rededicating the up an international coalition of over 90 committed and complex, for no simple Pentagon. It is great to see the Pen- countries who are joining us in this at- solution or single action can accom- tagon rebuilt, and my compliments go tack, fighting the battle against ter- plish our goal. We must engage in the to the workers and others who rebuilt rorism throughout the world. broadest possible international effort, such a wonderful building in such a There is a lot of work that has been for we know that terrorists are not short period of time. But we also redone and a lot of work that yet needs contained by national borders. As we member the loss of life in each of these to be done. This Congress needs to join move forward, we take our inspiration instances. with the administration, both legisla- from the calm determination and In the Pentagon, a former employee tively but also in support in continuing steely resolve of the firefighters, po- and personal friend of mine, Barbara this attack and this battle on ter- lice, emergency personnel, and airline Olson, was killed. She was a passenger rorism. We are not finished. There are passengers who responded to the at- on that airplane. My heart still aches still a lot of trained terrorists who tacks, and from the resilience of those for Ted Olson and their family. What a threaten our country. Unfortunately, who are rebuilding lives and families terrible loss that was, taking the life of maybe they have been brainwashed and communities. a person who was so bright, had so into thinking it is good to try to kill And we shall move forward, for we much life, was so engaged in the polit- innocent people if they happen to be have families to care for, neighbors to ical life of our country. To have that Americans, or maybe if they happen to look after, jobs that must be done, and life taken is just a very sad tragedy. To be friends of Israel. There is a lot of ha- civic obligations that must be met. The think that is multiplied by 3,000 times tred that has been fomented for a long events of September 11, 2001, were trag- all across the country, it is a very sad time, and that is very regrettable, but ic beyond measure, but our response to reminder of the enormous tragedy we it is important that we band together— those events demonstrates the great have suffered. people all across the world—to con- strength of America and provides a new It reminds me of the Oklahoma City demn and combat terrorism. sense of what it means to be an Amer- bombing we suffered on April 19, 1995. I think the President has done an ican. The future of our Nation is ours In Oklahoma City, we lost 168 lives. I outstanding job, leading this country to make. knew some of those people as well. and leading the free world in that bat- I yield the floor. When you know somebody it makes it tle. I compliment him for it. We have a September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8497 lot of work ahead, but I am absolutely a national missile defense system be- now we are trying to keep a military confident that freedom will prevail. We cause there is no threat. on a smaller amount of money relative are a great country because we are a Now we know there is. We know the to our gross domestic product than be- free country. We have greater free- threat is there, and we wish we could fore Pearl Harbor. We are spending less doms—political freedom, economic look back and say, Why didn’t we stay today—3 percent of our gross domestic freedom, religious freedom—than any on schedule where we would have to de- product—on our military. other country in the history of man- ploy by fiscal year 1998?—which is real- People talk about how much stronger kind. I am absolutely confident, ly 1997. we are than anyone else. There are not though, in 10 years from now or 20 We have been watching the deteriora- many other countries that do not years from now, we will still be able to tion of our military in terms of end spend more than that percentage. His- say that we live in the greatest and strength and in terms of authorization. torically, it has been between 4 percent most free country in the history of Right now, we are sending our troops and 5 percent. mankind. However, these freedoms out into battle with inferior equip- We are having a markup of the De- have been attacked. Frankly, these ment. fense authorization bill. I came over freedoms have been under attack for My colleague from Oklahoma and I from there because I wanted to get on several years. Now we are responding have both experienced the condition of record as strongly as I can about the and we are responding strongly. Yet we our artillery system. It is one that has result and how we might benefit from still have a lot to do. I am confident 1958 technology. You can think of it as this tragedy a year ago today. that the people who challenge us will Civil War technology where you have In this debate which we are in, we not be successful. Freedom will prevail. to run the barrel between each shot. need to know if there is some way we I yield the floor. I think even some of the military can relieve the Guard at the gates at The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. CAR- leaders in America do not realize how our military operations so they can go PER). The Senator from Oklahoma. deteriorated it is. I think a lot of our and relieve some of the Guard and Re- Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I think leaders were not aware until Sep- serves who are overworked. Right now, my colleague from Oklahoma is ex- tember 11 that there are many other there is not a Senator in here who actly right. We can carry it one step countries making more sophisticated hasn’t heard from Guard and Reserve further. We have these freedoms and strike systems than we have. Our best back home. They are overworked and that is why they hate us so much; they air-to-air defense and air-to-ground ve- overdeployed. They have lost their don’t have these freedoms. The idea hicle is the F–16. They now have the jobs. Many of these individuals have that individuals can have the freedoms SU–27 and SU–30. They are on the open had to quit the Reserves and the we in this country have is totally alien market. We know that China has Guard. Sadly, we are missing the crit- to everything they believe in. bought around 240 of these. It is a very ical MO authorization specialties. It is I sat there as others did—I am sure threatening situation. something we are going to have to do. my colleague from Oklahoma did this I can recall the day this happened. A But there is a mentality among peo- morning—and looked at the Pentagon, year ago, we had the Chamber of Com- ple—and we don’t disrespect those peo- and I know what went through his merce in from the State of Oklahoma. ple who believe the threat is not out mind and what went through my mind They come up once a year. And they there. There are some people who hon- was the Murrah Federal Office Building were over in the Hart Building. It was estly in their hearts believe that if we in Oklahoma City in 1995. We lost my turn to address them from 9 to 9:30. all stand in a circle—all countries—and about the same number of lives back Senator NICKLES was addressing them hold hands and unilaterally disarm, all then as we did in the Pentagon. There from 9:30 to 10. As I got to the end of threats will go away. I know that are a lot of other similarities there. my 30-minute speech, I ended it the doesn’t sound reasonable, but in Wash- The appearance after the airplane same way I have ended my speeches ington, there are quite a few of those struck was so similar to that which we since 1994/95; that is, today we are in around. experienced in Oklahoma City. That the most threatened position we have I think the shock treatment we got brought back those very sad memories. been in as a nation in the history of on September 11 of 2001 brought us out I sometimes look at things and ask, our country. Just as I said that, I of that. We understand what we are How can anything good come from looked up, and I saw this billowing going to have to do. We are going to something as bad as all that? Yet I can smoke—not knowing what it was, not have to do a rebuilding. see—it is obvious, as I saw the changes even finding out until Senator NICKLES I think if there is anything to come in attitudes of people here in this body, ended his speech that in fact it was the to benefit us as a result of this tragedy and also the body down the hall—they bombing of the Pentagon. a year ago, it is to remind not the peo- are reflecting the interests of the This mentality that has been perme- ple in this Chamber—they react to the American people. ating the Halls of both the House and people at home—but to remind people I have been concerned for the last 10 the Senate—that somehow the cold war at home that we are in a very threat- years with the deterioration in the is over and the threat is not out there ened situation and the most vulnerable condition of our military. We talk anymore—is something that people in the history of this country. about the authorization program. We now understand is not true. Secretary Rumsfeld said it in a way talk about our end strength. We talk When this administration came in, which I think is very good. He said the about the fact that we don’t have a na- they saw our end strength and the consequences of making a mistake now tional missile defense system. problems we have in the military. We are far greater than ever before. He Somebody very smart back in 1983 have to change our policy—which has said they are minuscule by compari- determined that there will be a day— always been to defend America against son—that the consequence of making and they put the date, fiscal year 1998— two MTW; that is, two major theater mistakes in Somalia in 1993 was that when we are going to have to be able to wars. Now it is to defend America we lost 18 soldiers. The consequence of defend our people from an incoming against one theater. making mistakes in Yemen in 1999 was missile. So we got on schedule to be This is something that is not accept- tragic. We lost 17 sailors. But he said able to deploy something to defend able to the American people. And they the consequence of making a mistake against a limited missile attack. find out. I know this, Mr. President, right now is that we could lose hun- We talked about land-based, air- because every time I say it, they ask dreds of thousands of people. based, space-based, and the AEGIS sys- the question: Do you mean that we We need to move on and allow this tem, and evaluated all of these until don’t have that capability, and we have tragedy in America to serve as a re- the early 1990s when the program abandoned the policy we have had in minder to the people of America that stopped. President Clinton was Presi- this country for the last 20 years? I we have to rebuild. We have to make dent at that time. He vetoed the De- say: Yes, that is where we are. America strong again to the point that fense authorization bill. In his veto I think Secretary Rumsfeld was right we can meet the minimum expecta- message, he said: I will continue to when he testified before our Senate tions of the American people. We do veto any bill that has money in it for Armed Services Committee and said not today. S8498 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 I only say, as tragic as it is, that the I know that I speak for all Members IN REMEMBRANCE OF SEPTEMBER best way to ensure that those individ- of the Senate when I say that we deep- 11, 2001 uals who died—over 3,000—a year ago ly appreciate your support today. Your Mr. BUNNING. Mr. President, I rise will not have died in vain is by learn- presence here reminds us of the impor- today in honor of those in New York, ing the lesson and rebuilding and pre- tance of allies and the enduring bond at the Pentagon, and in the skies over venting a far greater catastrophe from between the United States and Norway. Pennsylvania who lost their lives 1 happening again. During the long decades of the Cold year ago today. Thank you, Mr. President. I yield the War, Norway was the only NATO mem- None of us in the Senate will ever floor, and I suggest the absence of a ber to border directly on the Russian forget the events of that terrible morn- quorum. Republic. This ‘‘front-line’’ position ing, nor will we ever forget the courage The PRESIDING OFFICER. The imposed a special burden on Norway, and compassion displayed by Ameri- clerk will call the roll. and its value as a member of the Alli- cans everywhere in response to the at- The assistant legislative clerk pro- ance far exceeded the size of its popu- tacks. ceeded to call the roll. lation. Today, my thoughts and prayers are Mr. LUGAR. Mr. President, I ask The border between Norway and Rus- with the victims, their families, and all unanimous consent that the order for sia is now peaceful and cooperative. of those who risked their lives to save the quorum call be rescinded. Yet Norway still bears burdens from its others on that awful day. The des- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without history as a front-line state. In par- picable acts that we witnessed were objection, it is so ordered. ticular, it must contend with the envi- meant to create havoc and to test our Mr. LUGAR. Mr. President, it is a ronmental dangers created by the nu- resolve as Americans. America passed privilege to welcome a distinguished clear-powered Soviet-era fleet that is that test. We are stronger and more delegation from the Norwegian Par- deteriorating on the nearby Kola Pe- united as a Nation today than we ever liament. Nine members of the Com- ninsula. were. Despite the fact that our build- mittee on Defense are with us today in In June of this year, I had the pleas- ings were damaged, America’s founda- the Senate Chamber. They have come ure to visit Norway following an exten- tions remain unshaken. And despite to the United States this week as a sive trip to Russia. There I met with the fact that 3,000 of our friends, rel- part of an ambitious series of events many members of the Norwegian de- atives, and neighbors were murdered, which will include meetings at the fense establishment, including mem- America’s sense of community is Pentagon, the State Department, the bers of the Defense Committee. We stronger than ever. National Security Council, and Central talked a great deal about nuclear This morning, many of us took part Command in Florida. clean-up issues on the Kola Peninsula. in a memorial service across the river They had been scheduled to leave Norway has been an invaluable partner at the newly restored Pentagon. One Washington this morning, but they in addressing this nuclear threat year ago today, that building was on have changed their itinerary delib- through its support for the Nunn-Lugar fire. One of its five sides essentially lay erately because they wanted to be with program and its participation in the in ruin. us here, the U.S. Senate, in the Capitol trilateral Arctic Military Environ- Last September, I visited the Pen- Building on this solemn day. mental Cooperation program or AMEC. tagon just days after the attack. It was As fellow legislators and close NATO Under AMEC, our country has been a terrible scene of devastation. But allies, the Norwegian Defense Com- working with the Russians and Nor- today we saw a building that has been mittee wanted to express its solidarity wegians to safely dispose of the nuclear completely rebuilt. The Pentagon, both with Congress and with the American material from decommissioned vessels. on the inside and on the outside, is bet- people on the first anniversary of Sep- We have had great success so far, but ter than before. The offices within are tember 11. the challenges of safeguarding weapons busy now with the activity of military I would like to read a letter into the and materials of mass destruction are men and women who are hard at work RECORD from the Defense Committee of immense. I am hopeful that our efforts in the war against terror. Norway. can be expanded and accelerated, and I The Pentagon, today, stands as a re- They have written: know that Norway will work closely minder of the American spirit and a To the Senate of the United States: with us to address these dangers. warning to those who want to terrorize The Standing Committee on Defense of the us: America will triumph, and those Norwegian Parliament wishes to express its So we welcome the Norwegian De- deepest sympathy and solidarity with the fense Committee and draw encourage- who want nothing less than to destroy American people on this day of remem- ment from their presence here on this our way of life will fail. They will fail brance—one year after the horrible terror at- day of remembrance. We look forward because of the American spirit. They tack on the United States that occurred Sep- to all that we can accomplish together, will fail because of our faith in freedom tember 11, 2001. as we strive to make the world safe and democracy. They will fail because Let us never forget all those individuals from terrorism and weapons of mass of the strength and character of the who lost their lives in New York, Virginia, destruction. American people. and Pennsylvania, including firemen, police I believe Americans have emerged officers, and volunteers who tried to rescue f from the attacks even stronger and people from the flames. RECESS more dedicated to our beliefs and to The letter continues: our Nation. But we cannot let our September 11 changed the world and inter- Mr. LUGAR. Mr. President, I ask guard down again. We cannot forget national politics. Norway is proud to partici- unanimous consent that the Senate that evil is lying in wait for another pate in the broad coalition against terrorism stand in a short recess in order that we opportunity to attack. So far, we have and does so by taking part in ‘‘Operation En- can greet the defense committee of the during Freedom’’ under U.S. command. The been able to anticipate, with intel- fight against terrorism is a fight for democ- Norwegian Parliament, and I ask the ligence, any future attacks. But we racy, for an open and free society, and for Senate and members of the staff to know the enemy will try again. human rights. greet the delegation assembled behind It has been said many times—but it Sincerely, my desk. bears repeating—it might not seem The Standing Committee on Defense [of There being no objection, the Senate, that we are at war, but we are at war. Norway]: at 2:52 p.m., recessed until 2:55 p.m. and It is a different kind of a struggle than Ms. Marit Nybakk, Chairman DC, Ms. reassembled when called to order by we have ever fought before. Aase Wisloeff Nilssen, Member DC, Mr. the Presiding Officer (Mr. CARPER). On the surface, it might not seem Bjoern Hernaes, Member DC, Mr. Kjetil The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- like World War II, Korea, Vietnam, or Bjoerklund, Member DC, Mr. Per Roar ator from Kentucky is recognized. Bredvold, Member DC, Mr. Gunnar any other conflict of the past. Make no Halvorsen, Member DC, Mr. Aage Mr. BUNNING. My congratulations mistake about it, danger still lurks, Konradsen, Member DC, Mr. Leif Lund, to the Senator from Indiana and the and we must remain vigilant. Member DC, Mr. Per Ove Width, Mem- delegation from Norway. We are privi- Americans have made many sac- ber DC, Mr. Joern Olsen, Secretary DC. leged to have them here. rifices, big and small, over the last September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8499 year. They gave blood and contributed are poised on the brink of another. It is wounded at the Pentagon, the heroism to relief efforts. They became more no wonder the anxiety of the American of the men and women of our great me- vigilant in their communities. They people is palpable. tropolis, New York, and the sur- volunteered to help those in need. We As we search for certainty and lead- rounding States and regions—of course, have come a long way since the attacks ership in these uncertain times, it is New Jersey lost many people—and the a year ago, and I could not be prouder only natural we turn towards one of men and women aboard flight 93. Let of our people. our greatest leaders, Abraham Lincoln. their heroism be our inspiration to fin- In that time, I believe we have found As our leader during our greatest cri- ish the work that we have at hand. new national unity, not only from the sis, his words carry a resonance and We have a great amount of work heroism of firefighters, police, and our wisdom that ring true today. ahead. We can be proud of the work we military, but also from the everyday President Lincoln’s second inaugural have accomplished in the last 12 efforts of regular everyday Americans. address, delivered at the twilight of the months, any number of initiatives and I am proud of the way we in Congress Civil War, reads like a prayer. It is a bills and legislative proposals and en- responded to the attacks. By putting request to God to show us how to be deavors that have really made this aside politics and working together just, and to grant this Nation peace. country much stronger, more secure with President Bush for the greater Yet, while it is a prayer, it is also a than we were on this day, this hour, a good, we have shown that, while we all plan. President Lincoln wrote: year ago. But there is no doubt there is wear political labels as Republicans Fondly do we hope, fervently do we pray, a great deal of work to be done. Let us and Democrats, we are Americans first. that this mighty scourge of war may speed- ily pass away. Yet, if God wills that it con- remember that we will show leadership The President has done a superb job in our might and power. We will also leading our country in the war on ter- tinue until all the wealth piled by the bonds- man’s 250 years of unrequited toil shall be show leadership in our mercy, in our ror, and we in Congress have done our sunk, and until every drop of blood drawn willingness to leave this world to a best to provide him with the resources with the lash shall be paid by another drawn much more just and fair place, where necessary to persecute and win that with the sword, as was said 3,000 years ago, democracies rule the day and people war. so still must it be said, the judgments of the can enjoy freedoms unheard of, really, Much has been done, but we must Lord are true and righteous altogether. With malice towards none, with charity for and not yet experienced in the world. continue to remain focused on the task That is America’s greatest challenge. at hand—protecting our homeland. And all, with firmness in the right as God gives that job continues tomorrow in the us to see the right, let us strive on to finish I yield the floor. the work we are in, to bind up the Nation’s Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, one year Senate. We will finish it, and we will wounds, to care for him who shall have borne finish it successfully. the battle and for his widow and his orphan, ago today, September 11, 2001, terror- People often ask me how things have to do all which may achieve and cherish a ists attacked our country, killing al- changed in Washington since 9/11. Some just and lasting peace among ourselves and most 3,000 people. Each of us has, in things on the surface certainly have with all nations. the year since the attack, had our lives changed. There are more concrete bar- President Lincoln asked for God’s as- touched by the horrific events of Sep- riers, roadblocks, and security pre- sistance, but also to shine a light on tember 11th. Each of us has, in the year cautions, but looking beneath the sur- the righteous path to victory. We must since the attack, been shocked by the face, I think the better question to ask finish the work we are in, but we must terrible images of destruction and suf- is, What did 9/11 reveal about us? It also care for the victims of war and do fering at the sites of these attacks—at showed that we are still a good and all we can to achieve a lasting peace. the World Trade Center, in Pennsyl- compassionate Nation and people. It That is how President Lincoln want- vania, and at the Pentagon. Paradox- showed that, under the worst of cir- ed the Civil War to end. Not with re- ically, each of us has also been uplifted cumstances, we will come to the aid criminations that would tear the coun- by the stories of heroism and self-sac- not only of our friends and neighbors, try apart forever and sow seeds for the rifice that have emerged from around but to complete strangers. It showed next war but, rather, to approach vic- the country in the wake of these ter- that America is still the greatest na- tory with charity. For a powerful na- rible events. tion on Earth, and it showed that, in tion such as the United States, it is From this act of war and hatred the war on terror, we will prevail. only in demonstrating our commit- against all Americans, our country has I yield the floor, and I suggest the ab- ments to a world order that we can at- demonstrated once again the resilient sence of a quorum. tain a lasting peace. strength in the fabric of our people. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. It is only in our generosity to the Make no mistake about it: Our country BAYH). The clerk will call the roll. struggling nations to the world we can is at war. But unlike past wars, we face The assistant legislative clerk pro- enjoy the full fruits of our labors and a new challenge, a new type of enemy, ceeded to call the roll. the great bounties of our democracy. It one that is loosely organized through- Ms. LANDRIEU. Mr. President, I ask is part of the twin ironies of being the out the world, with tentacles stretch- unanimous consent that the order for sole superpower in the world. The first ing into every corner of the globe, and the quorum call be rescinded. is that to preserve the peace, we must one which is steadfast in its determina- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without prepare for war. The second is that to tion to defeat America. objection, it is so ordered. attain any real victory, we must show The Senator from Louisiana. mercy to those we have vanquished. We cherish our freedoms, our oppor- Ms. LANDRIEU. Mr. President, I will Louisiana lost three sons on Sep- tunities, and our tolerance. But we re- spend a few minutes remembering the tember 11: Petty Officer Second Class main vigilant in our determination to day, as we all have taken some time to Kevin Yokum of Lake Charles, Navy meet and defeat our enemy—terrorists express our individual thoughts and LT Scott Lamana of Baton Rouge, and who threaten our security and our free- honor this day in the best way we can, Louis Williams of Mandeville. The doms. Throughout our country’s his- to express what it means for us, for all quick and expedient thing for our coun- tory, our people, its leaders, and Con- Americans, and actually for millions of try would be to cry for their revenge gress have demonstrated time and time people around the world. and the revenge of the thousands of again that when we work together— It is truly a somber day for all of us. other Americans who died for freedom when we harness the full energy and In a nation that has known unparal- that day. Yet that is not America. It is commitment of our country—we can leled success, coping with a tragedy of not what these three men would have overcome any adversity or any enemy this enormity is all that more difficult. wanted. Rather, they would want to to our people. The tragic events of Sep- We love our liberty, we love our free- know that their deaths had helped to tember 11th have united this country dom, and we want nothing from the sow a lasting and just peace among and challenged our country once again world or for the world but peace and ourselves and with all nations. to face down the terrible threat of ter- prosperity. Yet today we find our lib- So I join my colleagues today in sa- rorism. erty and our personal freedoms re- luting the heroism of these men, of the Beginning with the PATRIOT Act, strained. We are fighting one war and men and women who died and were which was signed into law soon after S8500 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 the September 11th attack, and con- enacted May 14, 2002: This act tight- offer you our support and we give you tinuing today with the pending legisla- ened our border and visa policies by re- our love. We will never forgot the ter- tion to create a new Department of quiring the Immigration and Natu- rible tragedy of September 11th. We Homeland Security, I have been com- ralization Service, the State Depart- will do all we can in our prayers and in mitted to aiding our country’s fight ment, the FBI and Central Intelligence our deeds to make sure that such an at- against terrorism in order to defeat our Agency to share information in order tack never occurs again. enemy and make our homeland safe to identify individuals who may pose a It is a new era in America and I ask from future attacks. My commitment terrorist threat to our country. In ad- for your prayers and support as we face is strong and my determination is un- dition, the act: one, requires the State many difficult challenges ahead. We do wavering to ensure that our President Department to issue visas and other so with a steely resolve to never, ever has all the tools and resources needed travel documents which include bio- let this horrible event ever occur to fight and win this war so that the metric identifiers—i.e. fingerprints, again. scourge of terrorism is extinguished retinal scan; two, mandates the INS to Mr. HOLLINGS. Mr. President, in the forever. implement an entry-exit tracking sys- year since last September 11th, there In supporting the war against ter- tem; three, requires the INS to install has been much debate on the Senate rorism, I want to highlight some of the biometric scanners at all United States floor on how to stop terrorists; and legislative measures that I have pro- entry points; and four, provides greater there will be plenty of time in the composed or supported during the 107th access to law enforcement databases ing months to debate what we do inso- Congress. for INS and intelligence agencies. The far as organizing homeland security, The Military Force Authorization act also increases funding for addi- and how we deal with Iraq and the fa- Bill, P.L. 107–40, enacted September 18, tional INS inspectors. natics who want to blow us up and the 2001: This bill provided President Bush Secure Transportation for America like. with the full and necessary authority Act, P.L. 107–71, enacted November 11, But on this September 11th, this Sen- to use force against those who took 2001: This act improved airport secu- ator wants to remember the 3,000 lives part in the terrorist attacks. rity for all United States travelers by lost in New York, at the Pentagon, and U.S.A. PATRIOT Act of 2001, P.L. adopting new and more stringent rein Pennsylvania. Obviously their loss 107–56, enacted October 26, 2001: This has been felt by their families in ways comprehensive anti-terrorism legisla- quirements for hiring of airport screen- ers to eliminate potential security none of us can imagine. But their loss tion provided new tools for law enforce- has also been felt by all Americans. As ment and for improved information risks; required airlines to install a Senator, in the last year, not a day sharing among Federal agencies to stronger cockpit doors to protect has gone by when I haven’t thought deter and protect against further ter- against possible forced entry into the about what happened last September rorist attacks. The Act is tough on ter- cockpit and implemented the air mar- 11th, and what actions this Congress rorists and those who harbor or assist shal program to increase the presence can take to prevent such horrifying them. The Act: one, increased criminal of air marshals on all flights. events. September 11th has moved this penalties for various terrorism crimes The Public Health Safety and Bioter- nation to respond and to defend our- and money laundering schemes used to rorism Response Act, P.L. 107–188, en- selves in ways that has made America finance terrorists; two, reformed our acted June 12, 2002: This act provides $1 stronger, I have no doubt. immigration laws to ensure that sus- billion to State and local governments In addition, I want to honor the men pected terrorists are denied admission to improve planning and preparedness, and women in the armed forces, who into, or deported from, the United $450 million to the Centers for Disease have put their lives on the line in the States; three, authorized the sharing of Control (CDC) to upgrade their capac- last year to track down terrorists in intelligence and criminal information ities to deal with public health threats, caves and everywhere else they are hid- among law enforcement and intel- and $1 billion to expand our current na- ing. I honor the law enforcement offi- ligence agencies to ensure that all in- tional stockpiles of medicines and vac- cials all over this country, who protect formation is available for preventing cines. In addition, the act provides $200 further terrorist attacks; four, updated million to protect our food supply and our homeland every day. And I have law enforcement surveillance tools livestock and our drinking water from great respect for the newly hired men needed to investigate terrorists who terrorist contamination. and women of the Transportation Secu- use new communications and related The Terrorist Bombings Convention rity Administration, who are wearing technologies to conduct their terrorist Implementation Act, P.L. 107–197, en- the newest American uniform to ensure schemes; and, five, required criminal acted June 25, 2002: This act ratified the safety of our airports. background checks for commercial and implemented the International September 11th made us address our truck drivers transporting hazardous Convention for the Suppression of Ter- security vulnerabilities, but there is materials. rorist Bombings, a United Nations more work to be done. In the coming Emergency Supplemental Appropria- treaty that seeks to suppress terrorist months, on days that are less emotions for Recovery from and Response bombings and the financing of ter- tional than this anniversary, I hope we to Terrorist Attacks on the United rorism, and enhances our ability to ex- remain as strong and determined to States, P.L. 107–38, enacted September tradite individuals responsible for ter- win the war on terrorism. 18, 2001: This bill provided $40 billion to rorist bombings. Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, many support our country’s war against ter- While we have accomplished much, of us will spend a good deal of this day rorism, and provided substantial dis- there is still much to do. Since Sep- reflecting on what happened one year aster assistance and recovery funds. tember 11th, we all recognize that we ago in New York, Washington, DC, and Department of Homeland Security, live in a different and more dangerous Pennsylvania. The images of horror, H.R. 5005, pending before the Senate: world. We must unite in our continuing confusion and bravery that dominated This proposal is currently being consid- support for our country’s war against our television screens last September ered by the Senate would create a new terrorism; we live with an ongoing and will, once again, be refreshed in our Department of Homeland Security, serious threat to our society. We must minds. The raw emotion that we felt which would be responsible for pre- remain vigilant in protecting our way then will also be revisited. And, as is venting terrorist attacks, protecting of life and meeting the challenges our nature, we will, again, try to ra- our country’s infrastructure from at- ahead. tionalize why such tragedy befell our tacks, coordinating the review and I want to take a moment and offer Nation. But this effort will be futile, analysis of intelligence information my prayers and condolences for those because those who attacked us are among intelligence and law enforce- families and friends who lost loved filled with a hatred that is incompre- ment agencies, and coordinating re- ones on September 11th. Today we all hensible to American logic. Simply sponse efforts by federal and local re- join together, hand-in-hand, heart-in- put, for us, life is a precious gift of sponse agencies. heart, tear-in-tear, to share as a coun- God; to our enemy, it is utterly dispen- The Enhanced Border Security and try all of the pain of September 11th. sable. So how can we constructively Visa Entry Reform Act, P.L. 107–173, We recognize your terrible loss, we approach September 11, 2002? I believe September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8501 that Americans can do three things family of flight attendant Al As that day unhinged one year ago, today to accomplish a sense of healing. Marchand, a New Mexico native who we all struggled to answer the ques- The first step focuses on our chil- was one of the victims aboard United tions that raced through our heads: dren. No group was scarred as much by Airlines flight 175. It is difficult for the ‘‘Who is capable of such monstrous vio- the terrorist attacks as were they. urban rescue team that traveled from lence?’’ ‘‘Why would they do this to Their innocent view of the world did New Mexico to New York in hopes of us?’’ And like the families of the vic- not contemplate the kind of evil that finding survivors. But remembering tims, many of us sat at the end of that was perpetrated on September 11, 2001. those lost is a duty. Today, if we focus long day and wondered: ‘‘How do we go So for them, the images of crashing on our children, our communities and on from here?’’ planes, burning buildings, and crying the progress we have made in the last A deep sense of loss and uncertainty adults shattered their belief in a world year, we will honor the fallen as well as permeated the Nation in the weeks that was good and safe. Not only were re-energize ourselves for the struggle that followed the attacks. But in spite they frightened, they were also con- ahead. of the somber mood, we did what Amer- fused about why others wanted to hurt Before I end, I want to make note of icans do best. United as never before, us. Today, many children may experi- a poem I received from a young girl we found our resolve to forge ahead. We ence the same anxiety about terrorism from Los Alamos, New Mexico. The found strength by turning to family that they did one year ago; let us rec- title of the poem is ‘‘Who Am I,’’ and it and by turning to our neighbors. We re- ognize that and take a moment to reaf- reflects some of the very serious dedicated ourselves to the civic respon- firm to them that they are loved, that thoughts that the reality of terrorism sibility that is the cornerstone of free- they are protected, and that the good has forced upon our young people, dom. people in the world far outnumber the thoughts about humanity, and While memory remains scarred by bad. thoughts about whether peace can pre- the worst act of terrorism on American Secondly, be a patriot. This can be vail. I ask unanimous consent to print soil, the past year has been a time for accomplished in many ways. Flying the this poem in the RECORD. healing. Today, we continue to heal by flag is the most recognized. But telling There being no objection, the mate- remembering those who lost their lives a service-veteran that you appreciate rial was ordered to be printed in the on September 11. We remember the his or her sacrifice is equally valuable. RECORD, as follows: men and women who worked at the The civic heroes of September 11th, WHO AM I? World Trade Center, the military and firefighters and police officers, also de- A face, different from others around me. civilian personnel at the Pentagon, the serve our recognition for selflessly re- A name, unusual to outsiders, yet beautiful firefighters who did what they could to sponding to the needs of the country. in meaning. ease the tragedy, and the heroes of And acts such as giving blood, helping A voice, bold but not abrasive when spoken United Airlines Flight 93 who gave a neighbor in need or giving to a char- to the world. their lives to spare the Nation an even ity are just as patriotic. All these acts To my parents, I am their pride, their cour- larger loss. have the effect of uniting us behind a age. Each day that passes will bring us a common purpose and remind us that no To my teachers, I am a word of exquisite- bit closer to becoming whole again. ness. But we must all take time on this day enemy can weaken our moral fabric. Me: lucky and fortunate to be here and to Lastly, reflect back upon these words have what I have. to mourn those who lost their lives on spoken by President Bush last Sep- In my family I am the listener and the September 11 and honor the heroes who tember 20: ‘‘We will direct every re- speaker. saved so many lives. We must also keep source at our command—every means To my friends, I am the fun and happiness. in our thoughts the troops who are of diplomacy, every tool of intel- To my enemies, I am ignored like dust swept fighting overseas in defense of our na- ligence, every instrument of law en- away. tion. forcement, every financial influence, To many strangers, I am another face smil- Today is about remembrance, but to- and every necessary weapon of war—to ing in the crowd. morrow is always about the future. My mind is mature, but there is much I don’t Once again, we have to ask ourselves, the disruption and defeat of the global know. terror network.’’ This bold commit- I am a child in every way. ‘‘How do we go on from here?’’ And an- ment by the President signaled to all Successes come and go, and I’m sure there swer with certainty and strength. that the United States was entering a will be disappointments. America will not be deterred by ter- long struggle that would require our I dream about the future and what it brings. rorism. Instead we will celebrate what desire for action to be checked by pa- I always remember the good things and sel- it means to live as citizens of this tience. dom the bad. country and honor our continued re- Patience, of course, remains nec- I forget the days when I was little, and they sponsibility to advancing the freedoms essary, but we have achieved much in disappear into vast space. that are the hallmark of this country. People don’t understand my thoughts, my our initial response to last year’s at- culture, or sometimes, just me. Mr. THURMOND. Mr. President, I tack. U.S. military action has unseated My frustration makes me want to be alone. rise today, on this somber occasion, to the Taliban government that once pro- Who am I? remember and honor the thousands of tected al-Qaida in Afghanistan, while I am a voice with laughter, thoughts and lives that were lost one year ago today terrorist training camps in that coun- opinion. in the tragic terrorist attacks on our try have been rendered inoperable. At A name with pride and courage. Nation. The United States will never home, Congress and the President are But most of all, a person waiting to fulfill a forget the horrific events that occurred working to establish a new Department life of wonders, dreams, and the happi- on what began as a peaceful morning of ness that comes with it. of Homeland Security to enhance co- Tuesday, September 11, 2001. The tran- ordination of our government’s anti- By Noopar Goyal, quility of that morning was shattered terror effort, both Chambers of Con- LOS ALAMOS, NEW MEXICO, by the evil acts of terrorists, filled gress have passed the largest defense MAY 2002. with hatred for our Nation and opposed budgets in our Nation’s history, and ex- Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, I rise to the ideals we treasure. With their traordinary effort has been made to today in remembrance of the events of terror, our Nation was plunged into improve air safety, intelligence gath- September 11, 2001. It hardly seems one of the darkest days of our history ering and counterterrorism methods. that it was one year ago that New York as thousands of Americans lost moth- To be sure, our war on terror is just be- City and Washington, D.C., awoke to ers and fathers, brothers and sisters, ginning, but we should remember that an astonishingly sunny late summer sons and daughters, friends and associ- American action since last year’s at- day whose calmness belied the tragic ates. tack has been strong and has yielded events that would come that morning. However, during this tragedy, the positive results. While the passage of time has contin- American spirit shined through that Contemplating what happened to our ued as it did before that day, our lives, darkness and continues today, as a bea- country one year ago is difficult for all our Nation, and the entire world have con to the world. It is that spirit, the of us. It is difficult for the friends and since been profoundly transformed. willingness to expend the last full S8502 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 measure of one’s life in service to oth- the pilots’ throats and then flew the den, just north of Dunseith, ND. The ers, that is the strength of our Nation. planes, passengers and all, into the name of the program is ‘‘Seeds of It is a power that grows as we are chal- buildings for the mad glory of killing Peace.’’ I have the optimism to believe lenged. It is a force which has helped infidels by the score.’’ that this is the perfect symbol to com- this Nation through difficult times and This North Dakotan’s anger and sor- memorate the first September 11 anni- will see us through these times as well. row also fuels my resolve. I feel resolve versary. On that dreadful day, the terrorists to continue working with members Mr. NELSON of Nebraska. Mr. Presi- failed miserably in their attempt to from both sides of the aisle and with dent, I am here on this day of remem- weaken our Nation. Their goal was des- our President to make sure we are brance to express on behalf of the Na- tined for failure, for America has faced doing everything in our power to pro- tional Funeral Directors Association adversity numeorus times before and tect North Dakotans and all Ameri- and all Nebraskans our heartfelt sor- has always emerged stronger. The acts cans. row for those who lost their loved ones of heroism and charity by Americans Over the past year, we have enacted on September 11, 2001. We Americans in New York City, at the Pentagon, vital anti-terrorism legislation, includ- can be proud to declare the continued over the skies of Pennsylvania, here in ing provisions I authored to shore up strength of our Union one year after Washington and across the Nation were our visa and border security laws. And this horrific act. extraordinary but not surprising. while we have paid more attention to The United States of America con- Today, I also honor the men and the challenges of protecting our 4,000 tinues to stand as a beacon of freedom women of our Armed Forces. They mile northern border from terrorist in- and opportunity for everyone, regard- serve around the world defending the filtration, I continue in my resolve to less of race, creed, or religious belief. freedoms we enjoy and securing the lib- focus the necessary attention and re- The United States of America was erty we cherish. I have stated many sources to get the job done right. founded on the fundamental principle times that the highest obligation of So, I feel sorrow, anger, and resolve, that all citizens have the inalienable American citizenship is to defend this but I also feel pride, pride in how our right of life, liberty, and the pursuit of country in time of need. Our citizens heroes performed that day in response happiness and the vitality of the have accepted that obligation, some to the attacks; pride in our police offi- United States of America is in the di- giving their all. Whether serving cers and firemen; pride in those risking versity of ideas, the freedom to express abroad or at home, the men and women their lives to save coworkers; and pride those ideas, and the opportunity to in uniform are performing in an out- in members of Flight 93 who lost their achieve one’s potential and direct one’s standing manner and deserve the ap- lives to save countless others. destiny. preciation and respect of all Ameri- I also feel pride at North Dakota’s These principles are absolute and will cans. own, the Happy Hooligans, who min- not be surrendered or weakened by the History will not forget the events of utes after the terrorist attacks took to cowardly acts of terrorists who are this day. Likewise, we must never for- the skies over Washington, protecting afraid of the sunshine of freedom and get the thousands of Americans to our Nation’s Capital at this most crit- the responsibility it brings. whom we pay tribute today. ical time. On this day we must continue our Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, anni- I feel pride at the men and women in unity, which reaffirms the principles versaries are a time for reflection, and uniform, who have served and continue for which this country was founded and I wanted to take a few moments to to serve in Afghanistan and across the that on this day freedom shall ring share what emotions this North Dako- world, with the unfailing twin goals of from every community in this great tan is experiencing. eradicating global terrorism and pro- land and the voice of America will be First, I feel sorrow, I feel sorrow for tecting their fellow citizens. I feel heard around the world. the thousands of innocent victims and pride in the dedication of those reserv- Mr. TORRICELLI. Mr. President, we the scores and scores of families and ists who have put their lives on hold to will always remember where we were friends most directly and tragically af- serve our country. on this day, 1 year ago. As on other fected. Those murdered were fathers I also feel pride in our country, and it moments of tragedy in American his- and brothers, daughters and spouses; is certainly appropriate that Congress tory, September 11 will forever be in they were coworkers earning a living and the President agreed to designate our hearts and mind. For those who and supporting their families; they September 11 as ‘‘Patriot Day.’’ Sep- were lost, for those who gave of them- were best men in weddings, and moth- tember 11 brought out the best in our selves to save others. On that day, we ers flying home to see their children. fellow citizens and showed us again were all one. We were all Americans. They were also honorable Americans, why we are all so fortunate to be a part When we reflect upon a tragedy such as well as citizens from 86 countries of the greatest Nation on earth. Rather as this, there are many who come into around the world. The victims included than the disillusionment that the ter- our minds. We reflect upon the honored North Dakotan Ann Nelson. Ann was rorists hoped for, our country re- dead who we remember today, includ- the kind of daughter every parent sponded with renewed patriotism. ing the friends and family we lost. We wishes for, she was intelligent, caring, And finally, on this first anniversary think of our loved ones who are still adventurous, and had a real zest for of one of the darkest days in our coun- with us today. We remember all of the life. Ann was simply doing her job that try’s history, this North Dakotan feels firefighters, police and ordinary citi- day in the World Trade Center. Ann, optimism. In times of challenge, mo- zens who risked their lives to save peo- the pride and joy of Stanley, ND, didn’t ments of great opportunity also ple they often did not even know. We make it home from work that fateful present themselves. In this instance, reflect upon the members of our armed day. we stand at a critical time in our Na- forces who diligently work to protect When I think about Ann and her fam- tion’s and the world’s history, and the us from any future tragedy. ily and the other victims and their decisions we now make will influence On this solemn occasion, I would like loved ones, I also feel anger. One of my the shape of our world in the 21st cen- to take a brief moment to recognize home State newspapers, the Grand tury and beyond. the efforts of the members of the AFL– Forks Herald put it best, ‘‘Americans Will we live in a world of freedom or CIO on September 11 and its aftermath. should accept that at the core of their fear? Will democracy reign or will fa- Indeed, there were few others as af- grief is a white-hot fury and a sense of naticism retain its lure? Will our coun- fected by September 11 than the labor being outrageously wronged. . . . The try try to build a wall around ourselves community. The firefighters and police World Trade Center didn’t collapse in a or will we continue to be a beacon of who bravely sacrificed and risked their strong wind. The Pentagon didn’t fall freedom, democracy, and tolerance lives were union members. The labor- into a sinkhole from an abandoned around the world? ers, ironworkers, and operating engi- mine, and United Flight 93 didn’t crash Some fifth grade North Dakota stu- neers who helped dig for survivors in a Pennsylvania field because it ran dents are planning to commemorate while the fires still burned were union out of gas. No, those things happened the September 11 attacks by planting members. The nurses, doctors and because a band of terrorist fanatics slit trees at the International Peace Gar- EMTs who cared for the injured and September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8503 dying were union members. Those who We are resolved to uproot the terror September 11 to join my colleagues, as manned the ferries and fireboats that cells which may now be lurking in as well as the rest of the country, in a day transported both the survivors and the many as 60 countries, waiting for us to of reflection and remembrance. It is bodies of the victims across the harbor let down our guard so they can attack often said that time heals all wounds. were union members. Their efforts us at home or abroad. Working with Obviously, it is going to take an eter- greatly affected the lives of many. our allies around the world we are de- nity for the grief to subside for the In the aftermath, unions across termined to disrupt these cells by stop- families of the 3,000 people mass-mur- America started up blood drives and ping their funding and prosecuting dered last year, with the mental image the AFL–CIO Union Community Fund their members. We will also remain of commercial jetliners searing into along with dozens of local and inter- vigilant. To the best of our abilities, the national landmarks remaining national unions raised relief funds for we will take all precautions to deny fresh in our mind. If they do not, we the families and children who have these terrorists the opportunity to are reminded of it by watching TV this been left behind. strike again. very day and maybe all week. On this day of solemn remembrance, We are resolved not to succumb to Such horrific acts that happened a I want to recognize all of the sacrifices hate and to stereotyping of those who year ago today seemed impossible at of these valiant men and women. Their share ethnic or religious backgrounds that time. But, of course, all that has response to this tragedy was truly he- with the terrorists. One of the biggest changed. Now it is hard to understand roic. fears after September 11 was that there how such hate and extreme acts of hor- Mr. KOHL. Mr. President, today we would be a backlash in this country ror against humanity can take place. remember the terrible events of Sep- against those of Middle Eastern de- While the Federal Government is work- tember 11. A year has passed but for scent or against adherents of Islam. ing to beef up the military to protect those who lost loved ones or sustained While there were reports of hate our borders and to improve its intel- serious injuries in the terrorist attacks crimes, many Americans reached out ligence gathering, it is virtually impos- on the World Trade Center or at the to their Muslim or Middle Eastern sible to guarantee a risk-free environ- Pentagon, the pain is still fresh and neighbors to reassure them—whether ment in a free and open society that we the loss is still palpable. Losing a loved they were American citizens or just proudly claim as America. one is always difficult but to experi- residents that they should not feel at One year after the attacks, I am not ence loss as a result of a senseless act risk. While the heinous acts of Sep- so sure the American people really re- of terror can only compound the pain. tember 11 elicited many emotions, I member that we are in a war on ter- For Americans in general, the sheer was proud that most Americans recog- rorism. But the fact is, we are, and we number of lives lost on September 11 nized that taking our revenge against will be for some time to come. I pray was a national tragedy. Those of us those who had nothing to do with that we do not end up with a situation who did not lose friends and family Osama bin Laden would have sunk us in the Middle East that we see too also experienced loss on September 11, often on television where there are ran- albeit a loss of a different kind. to the level of the terrorists them- On September 11, we lost our sense of selves. dom suicide bombings. The risk exists personal safety. The idea that ter- The threat of terrorism does have the and Americans are not realistic if they rorism could strike Americans going potential to change the character of do not think of those things happening about their business, working in their our nation. Just as we are vigilant here like they might happen in Jeru- offices or taking a simple plane ride for about our physical security, we are re- salem. Terrorism has changed our way business or pleasure, has changed us solved not to let terrorism curtail our of life. We might be complacent about forever. Travel by air will never be the freedoms. We must not allow the war it and not want to realize it, but it is same post-September 11. And on a less on terror to infringe on the rights and here. And every one of us, then, has a tangible level, we are now cognizant liberties we hold dear. Terrorism will responsibility to remain vigilant. that in a free society like ours terror- not go away, but it will have succeeded The 1-year anniversary of September ists cannot truly be contained. The if we use it as an excuse to trample on 11 is an important reminder that the threat of terrorism may subside but it the Constitution. The wonderful out- war against terror has not yet be won. will never disappear. pouring of patriotism which occurred Considering the loss of human life, im- On September 11, we lost our sense of this past year was not just an expres- minent terrorist threats to our secu- trust. We have become more suspicious sion of national unity, it was a strong rity, and even our ailing economy, it is of those who want to enter our coun- statement that we cannot and will not not easy to look for the silver lining on try. The Federal officials who protect allow terrorism to undermine our the 1-year anniversary of the Sep- our borders and control access to our democratic way of life. tember 11 attacks. But remember what country continue on heightened alert, In the days after September 11, many the President said in the week after on the lookout for aspiring terrorists. Americans wondered how we would those attacks: The terrorists succeeded Our first responders, our local police carry on. And yet we have carried on. in tearing down bricks and mortar, but and fire officers, have been tasked to We have danced at weddings, rejoiced they failed to rock the foundation that survey our towns with a new eye and in new babies, and it is the brave fam- has kept America strong. have entrusted all of us with the unset- ily members of those who perished on A year later, America’s resilience can tling job of reporting suspicious activ- September 11 who have led the way: be seen from sea to shining sea. ity in our neighborhoods. the mothers who gave birth without September 11, 2001, ushered in a new Most of all, on September 11, we lost the presence of their husbands and the era. Notions of invincibility have been our sense of national security. The at- brides who walked down the aisle with- shattered. But the uncommon courage tacks of September 11 brought with out their fathers. This has been a dif- of first responders called to duty on them the realization that our robust ficult year, a year of inconceivable that day reflects the steadfast spirit of defenses, the biggest and best in the loss, but a year which has been marked our great Nation and our people called world, cannot protect us from terror- by resolve and a rededication to the Americans. Our resolve to pull to- ists. Our sophisticated planes, sub- ideals and principles upon which our gether and to stand united against evil marines, and missiles cannot deter a Nation was founded. immediately resurrected the principles terrorist attack, and cannot protect us Mr. REID. Mr. President, I know Sen- on which this country was founded from the unconventional attacks we ator JEFFORDS and Senator GRASSLEY some 226 years ago. Despite the at- now know the al-Qaida terrorists were are here. We are going to go out before tacks, attacks defined to pit fear contemplating . 4 p.m. today, the reason being we have against freedom, the United States of Today, however, is not just a day to services for the Senate family, but that America is yet stronger than ever. reflect on loss. Just as the stories of gives adequate time for everyone. Like the rest of the country, law- those who experienced personal loss on The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- makers in Washington, DC, dropped September 11 have evolved into stories ator from Iowa. partisan pretense, worked quickly to of determination to carry on, our Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, I rise assist survivors, backed recovery ef- losses are tempered by resolve. today on this 1 year anniversary of forts, ensured the safety of the flying S8504 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 public, and got the economy rolling project for the victims, particularly in amazed that literally overnight FEMA again. The 107th Congress threw its New York City, to generous charitable had established a well-coordinated Fed- support behind the President to root cash donations, and to those serving in eral response at the Pentagon. Vir- out the terrorist networks responsible our military, Iowans are proud, com- ginia, Maryland, and other first re- for the attacks, realizing the war in Af- passionate Americans. Many agree that sponders came—from as far away as ghanistan is probably only one of many the tragedy a year ago has renewed a Nebraska. As soon as possible, they battles to be fought and hopefully won. sense of civic duty, patriotism, and ap- were all working, as coordinated as I Thanks to courageous service men preciation for the U.S. military. There have ever seen. and women, the al-Qaida network has is a spirit of all-for-one and one-for-all, As soon as possible after that, I trav- been largely dismantled from its base as we wear, display, and decorate with eled to the World Trade Center—again in Afghanistan but not elsewhere. That all things red, white, and blue. to take a look at FEMA’s response. evil continues to lurk in other regions With this 1-year anniversary, I join Again, I was overwhelmed by the orga- of our world. And with the security of my colleagues in reflection and remem- nizational capacity of FEMA and the the American people first and foremost brance. While we go about our daily fine work being done by that agency’s in our mind, the President has worked business, we can consider the tragic men and women, under the guidance of to leave no stone unturned. That in- loss in human life and the acts of her- FEMA Director Joe Allbaugh. There, cludes creating a new Cabinet-level De- oism by brave defenders. In the weeks on the piers of Manhattan, FEMA had partment of Homeland Security and and years ahead, we can continue to quickly created a disaster field office keeping Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein work for the betterment of our commu- that was a small city unto itself. Thou- from unleashing weapons of mass de- nities. We can donate blood, pray for sands of workers from around the coun- struction against the United States or the victims and their families, support try came together to bring calm and other places within our world. emergency workers, and give thanks order to an otherwise chaotic situa- The President needs to make the case for the precious freedoms we enjoy tion. to the American people, to Congress, every day. Visiting the Pentagon this morning and our allies abroad, and he will do We cannot erase the sorrow and suf- brought back a flood of memories for that hopefully within 48 hours, and do fering brought by September 11, but me about my own visits to the Pen- it in a way that says freedom and peace with our actions each one of us can tagon and the World Trade Center. will remain at risk, as he explains it, make America stronger. Just days after those attacks, I vividly until rogue dictators and others who I remember this day especially Miss remember the sights and sounds and harbor terrorists and finance their evil Kincade, from Waverly, IA, who was on smells. The devastation I witnessed acts are no longer able to do those the plane that hit the Pentagon. She was incredible, and difficult to put into things. was an intern in my office in 1984. words. Thousands of people lost their This month, the Senate is debating I remember Mr. Edward V. lives due to the cruel and cunning acts the proposal to realign the Federal Rowenhorst, whom I did not know but of evil perpetrated by a few. The vic- Government’s infrastructure and oper- I know his brother who goes to my tims of these attacks were men, ations charged with thwarting acts of church in Cedar Falls, IA. He was in women, and children, people with well- terrorism. I am working to make sure the Pentagon working. laid plans for their pleasant futures. Although I left both the Pentagon the new Department helps to solve the I remember traveling to a ceremony and the World Trade Center with a shortcomings exposed by September 11 last Veterans Day in Anamosa, IA, heavy heart, I also left with a profound and not create new ones. where they honored one of their own sense of gratitude for the gallant ef- Many recall the patriotism displayed who was also killed in the Pentagon 1 forts of these rescuers and volunteers by native Iowan Coleen Rowley, who year ago today. who tirelessly, and mostly anony- blew the whistle on bureaucratic bun- So Iowans, as most people in most mously, worked in places reserved only gling at the FBI. I will work in this bill States, have victims to remember. I re- for the Ground Zero heroes. to see that new Department employees member them. In the year following the attacks, I are guaranteed strong whistleblower I yield the floor. have spoken with many people, protections and to strengthen account- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Vermonters and others, about the at- ability within the intelligence commu- ator from Vermont. tack. We have all expressed profound Mr. JEFFORDS. Mr. President, I rise nity. These protections for whistle- sadness for our Nation’s great loss. blowers are very important to make to speak in morning business. They have also left me with the con- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without sure our intelligence community and fidence that freedom will prevail, that objection, it is so ordered. the homeland security is working for good will triumph over evil, that these Mr. JEFFORDS. Mr. President, today the good of the American people and to horrible attacks cannot break our re- we as a nation commemorate a most see the statutory requirements are car- solve to stand together as free Ameri- unfortunate milestone, the 1-year anni- ried out. cans. When the Department of Homeland versary of the tragic attack of Sep- Abraham Lincoln once said: Security bill is up, I will make sure tember 11, a day that will sadly live in Freedom is the last best hope of Earth. that hard-working taxpayers’ money is infamy. Since that time, much has Time is a great healer. The passage not wasted with this new Federal agen- been said and written about the ter- of time has brought thoughtful recol- cy. rible events of that day. lection. The passage of time has not One year later, after September 11, As we reflect on the events of the dulled my recollection of what I saw life goes on in America. It is not the past year, I would like to commend the and felt in those days following Sep- same as it was a year ago. Life is not thousands of rescue workers, volun- tember 11. For me, this healing process as secure or risk free as we once teers, and countless others who helped has brought a renewed commitment to thought it was—and maybe we should rebuild our Nation in the months fol- move forward with the hope that free- not have thought that it was, but we lowing the attacks. In particular, I dom prevails. did. Air travelers deal with tightened would like to especially commend the In closing, I would also like to pay security measures at the Nation’s air- work of the Federal Emergency Man- tribute to the work of the Vermont Air ports. People are staying closer to agement Agency, fondly known as and National Guard, which did an out- home, flying less. Ordinary Americans FEMA. standing job of protecting our skies and law enforcement officials do not To give some background, on August and our borders and our airports in the hesitate to report suspicious activity. 15, 2001, I became chairman of the Envi- days after September 11. When our Na- For many, it has enhanced common ronment and Public Works Committee, tion was most in need, we pulled to- courtesies and boosted greater appre- which has jurisdiction over FEMA. A gether successfully to bring this Na- ciation for the simpler things of life. short month later, terrorists attacked tion into a position where it feels se- Iowans deserve a lot of credit for the Pentagon and the World Trade Cen- cure and with hope for the future. their outpouring of support in the last ter. Later that day, following the at- I yield the floor and suggest the ab- year. From a remarkable quilt-making tacks, I visited the Pentagon. I was sence of a quorum. September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8505 The PRESIDING OFFICER. The I would like to describe a terrible other purposes, and agrees to the con- clerk will call the roll. crime that occurred September 2, 2002 ference asked by the Senate on the dis- The legislative clerk proceeded to in Shelton, CT. A 42 year old gay man agreeing votes of the two Houses there- call the roll. was beaten at a Labor Day party. The on; and appoints the following Mem- Mr. REID Mr. President, I ask unani- three attackers made derogatory re- bers as the managers of the conference mous consent that the order for the marks about the victim’s sexual ori- on the part of the House: Mr. HOBSON, quorum call be rescinded. entation and then assaulted him, Mr. WALSH, Mr. MILLER of Florida, Mr. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without breaking his facial bones and ribs. Po- ADERHOLT, Ms. GRANGER, Mr. GOODE, objection, it is so ordered. lice are investigating the incident as a Mr. SKEEN, Mr. VITTER, Mr. YOUNG of f hate crime. Florida, Mr. OLVER, Mr. EDWARDS, Mr. THE SILVER ROSE I believe that government’s first duty FARR of California, Mr. BOYD, Mr. is to defend its citizens, to defend them DICKS, and Mr. OBEY. Mr. NELSON of Nebraska. Mr. Presi- dent, I am here today to thank Gary against the harms that come out of Under the authority of the Senate of Chenett, Diane Rey, and John hate. The Local Law Enforcement En- January 3, 2001, the Secretary of the Schniedermeier. They are responsible hancement Act of 2001 is now a symbol Senate, on September 6, 2002, during for awarding The Silver Rose to our that can become substance. I believe the recess of the Senate, received a veterans in Nebraska. The Order of The that by passing this legislation and message from the House of Representa- Silver Rose was established in 1997 by changing current law, we can change tives announcing that the House has Mary Elizabeth Marchand. Her father, hearts and minds as well. passed the following concurrent resolu- Chief Hospital Corpsman Frank Davis, f tion, in which it requests the concurrence of the Senate: died from illnesses resulting from the MESSAGES FROM THE HOUSE use of Agent Orange in the Vietnam H. Con. Res. 464. Concurrent resolution ex- War. He was a combat veteran; how- At 3:15 p.m., a message from the pressing the sense of the Congress on the an- ever, he was not wounded in combat, House of Representatives, delivered by niversary of the terrorist attacks launched Ms. Niland, one of its reading clerks, against the United States on September 11, but was exposed to a dangerous sub- 2001. stance while fighting for his country announced that the House has passed that took his life many years later. the following bills, without amend- f The Department of Defense has de- ment: MEASURES REFERRED termined that Chief Davis and many S. 2810. An act to amend the Communica- The following concurrent resolution tions Satellite Act of 1962 to extend the like him do not qualify for The Purple was read, and referred as indicated: Heart. It is the mission of The Order of deadline for the INTELSAT initial public of- The Silver Rose organization to recog- fering. H. Con. Res. 320. Concurrent resolution ex- The message also announced that the pressing the sense of Congress regarding nize the courage, heroism, and con- scleroderma; to the Committee on Health, tributions of American service per- House has passed the following bill, in Education, Labor, and Pensions. sonnel found to have been exposed to which it requests the concurrence of f Agent Orange in a combat zone. I am the Senate: sure that as time passes, they will ex- H.R. 3880. An act to provide a temporary MEASURES READ THE FIRST TIME pand their focus to members who have waiver from certain transportation con- The following bill was read the first died from other conflicts. formity requirements and metropolitan time: The Order of The Silver Rose gives transportation planning requirements under the Clean Air Act and under other laws for S. 2924. A bill to authorize the President to many veterans the satisfaction that award posthumously the Congressional Gold they are being recognized for giving certain areas in New York where the planning offices and resources have been de- Medal to the passengers and crew of United their Nation the ultimate sacrifice. stroyed by acts of terrorism, and for other Airlines Flight 93 in the aftermath of the There are thousands of veterans who purposes. terrorist attack on the United States on Sep- served this country faithfully and now tember 11, 2001. The message further announced that find themselves in poor health, some the House has agreed to the following f fatal health, directly due to being ex- concurrent resolution, in which it re- REPORTS OF COMMITTEES posed to harmful substances during quests the concurrence of the Senate: war. The following reports of committees Gary Chenett, Diane Rey, and John H. Con. Res. 320. Concurrent resolution ex- were submitted: pressing the sense of the Congress regarding Schniedermeier have awarded eleven By Mr. BINGAMAN, from the Committee scleroderma. Nebraskans with The Silver Rose, I on Energy and Natural Resources, with an would like to honor them today, they The message also announced that the amendment: are: Raymond D. Todorovich of Omaha; House disagrees to the amendment of S. 1943: A bill to expand the boundary of Edgar Fleherty of Omaha; Randy E. the Senate to the bill (H.R. 5010) mak- the George Washington Birthplace National ing appropriations for the Department Monument, and for other purposes. (Rept. Holke of Fremont; John No. 107–267). Schniedermeier of Omaha; Ronald R. of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2003, and for other pur- S. 1999: A bill to reauthorize the Mni Charles of Omaha; Terry H. Greenwell Wiconi Rural Water Supply Project. (Rept. of Omaha; David C. Smith of Firth; Jo- poses, and agrees to the conference No. 107–268). seph E. Stillwell of Omaha; Roy R. asked by the Senate on the disagreeing By Mr. BINGAMAN, from the Committee Rogers of Fremont; Albert W. Kowalski votes of the two Houses thereon; and on Energy and Natural Resources, with an of Omaha; Gilbert J. Styskal, Jr. of appoints the following Members as the amendment in the nature of a substitute: Omaha. managers of the conference on the part S. 2388: A bill to direct the Secretary of the On behalf of Nebraska, I thank these of the House: Mr. LEWIS of California, Interior to study certain sites in the historic Mr. YOUNG of Florida, Mr. SKEEN, Mr. district of Beaufort, South Carolina, relating brave patriots for their sacrifices. to the Reconstruction Era. (Rept. No. 107– HOBSON, Mr. BONILLA, Mr. NETHERCUTT, f 269). Mr. CUNNINGHAM, Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN, LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT ACT By Mr. BINGAMAN, from the Committee Mr. TIAHRT, Mr. MURTHA, Mr. DICKS, on Energy and Natural Resources, without OF 2001 Mr. SABO, Mr. VISCLOSKY, Mr. MORAN of amendment: Mr. SMITH of Oregon. Mr. President, Virginia, and Mr. OBEY. H.R. 1712: To authorize the Secretary of I rise today to speak about hate crimes The message further announced that the Interior to make adjustments to the legislation I introduced with Senator the House disagrees to the amendment boundary of the National Park of American KENNEDY in March of last year. The of the Senate to the bill (H.R. 5011) Samoa to include certain portions of the is- Local Law Enforcement Act of 2001 making appropriations for military lands of Ofu and Olosega within the park, and for other purposes. (Rept. No. 107–270). would add new categories to current construction, family housing, and base H.R. 1870: A bill to provide for the sale of hate crimes legislation sending a sig- realignment and closure for the De- certain real property within the Newlands nal that violence of any kind is unac- partment of Defense for the fiscal year Project in Nevada, to the city of Fallon, Ne- ceptable in our society. ending September 30, 2003, and for vada. (Rept. No. 107–271). S8506 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 H.R. 1906: A bill to amend the Act that es- peal the medicare outpatient rehabili- NOTICES OF HEARINGS/MEETINGS tablished the Pu’uhonua O Honaunau Na- tation therapy caps. COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE, NUTRITION, AND tional Historical Park to expand the bound- FORESTRY aries of that park. (Rept. No. 107–272). S. 2480 H.R. 2109: To authorize the Secretary of At the request of Mr. LEAHY, the Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, I would the Interior to conduct a special resource name of the Senator from Louisiana like to announce that the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and For- study of Virginia Key Beach Park in Bis- (Ms. LANDRIEU) was added as a cospon- cayne Bay, Florida, for possible inclusion in sor of S. 2480, a bill to amend title 18, estry will conduct a hearing on Sep- the National Park System. (Rept. No. 107– tember 17, 2002 in SR–328A at 10:00 a.m. 273). United States Code, to exempt quali- fied current and former law enforce- The purpose of this hearing will be to By Mr. BINGAMAN, from the Committee discuss implementation of the 2002 ment officers from state laws prohib- on Energy and Natural Resources, with Farm Bill. amendments: iting the carrying of concealed hand- H.R. 2385: A bill to convey certain property guns. COMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS to the city of St. George, Utah, in order to Mr. INOUYE. Mr. President, I would S. 2613 provide for the protection and preservation like to announce that the Committee of certain rare paleontological resources on At the request of Mr. LIEBERMAN, the on Indian Affairs will meet on Thurs- that property, and for other purposes. (Rept. name of the Senator from Virginia (Mr. day, September 12, 2002, at 10:00 a.m. in No. 107–274). WARNER) was added as a cosponsor of S. Room 485 of the Russell Senate Office By Mr. BINGAMAN, from the Committee 2613, a bill to amend section 507 of the Building to conduct an oversight hear- on Energy and Natural Resources, without Omnibus Parks and Public Lands Man- ing on successful strategies for Indian amendment: agement Act of 1996 to authorize addi- reservation development and the les- H.R. 3048: A bill to resolve the claims of Cook Inlet Region, Inc., to lands adjacent to tional appropriations for historically sons that can be learned from devel- the Russian River in the State of Alaska. black colleges and universities, to de- oping country and other Indian tribal (Rept. No. 107–275). crease the cost-sharing requirement re- economies. f lating to the additional appropriations, Those wishing additional information and for other purposes. may contact the Indian Affairs Com- INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND mittee at 224–2251. S. 2633 JOINT RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS At the request of Mr. BIDEN, the The following bills and joint resolu- Mr. INOUYE. Mr. President, I would name of the Senator from South Caro- tions were introduced, read the first like to announce that the Committee lina (Mr. THURMOND) was added as a co- and second times by unanimous con- on Indian Affairs will meet on Tuesday, sponsor of S. 2633, a bill to prohibit an sent, and referred as indicated: September 17, 2002, at 10:00 a.m. in individual from knowingly opening, Room 485 of the Russell Senate Office By Mr. TORRICELLI: maintaining, managing, controlling, S. 2923. A bill to amend the Public Health Building to conduct a hearing on S. Service Act to provide for the development renting, leasing, making available for 1392, a bill to establish procedures for and operation of centers to conduct research use, or profiting from any place for the the Bureau of Indian Affairs of the De- with respect to infertility prevention, and purpose of manufacturing, distributing, partment of the Interior with respect for other purposes; to the Committee on or using any controlled substance, and to tribal recognition, and on S. 1393, a Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. for other purposes. bill to provide grants to ensure full and By Mr. SPECTER (for himself, Mr. AL- S. 2741 fair participation in certain decision- LARD, Mr. ALLEN, Mr. BAYH, Mr. BEN- NETT, Mr. BIDEN, Mr. BOND, Mrs. At the request of Mr. GRASSLEY, the making processes at the Bureau of In- BOXER, Mr. BREAUX, Mr. BUNNING, name of the Senator from North Da- dian Affairs. Mr. BURNS, Ms. CANTWELL, Mrs. kota (Mr. CONRAD) was added as a co- Those wishing additional information CARNAHAN, Mr. CARPER, Mr. CHAFEE, sponsor of S. 2741, a bill to amend title may contact the Indian Affairs Com- Mr. CLELAND, Mrs. CLINTON, Mr. 38, United States Code, to improve pro- mittee at 224–2251. COCHRAN, Ms. COLLINS, Mr. CONRAD, cedures for the determination of the in- f Mr. CORZINE, Mr. CRAPO, Mr. DAYTON, Mr. DOMENICI, Mr. DORGAN, Mr. DUR- ability of veterans to defray expenses EXECUTIVE SESSION BIN, Mr. EDWARDS, Mr. ENSIGN, Mr. of necessary medical care, and for ENZI, Mr. FEINGOLD, Mrs. FEINSTEIN, other purposes. EXECUTIVE CALENDAR Mr. FITZGERALD, Mr. GRASSLEY, Mr. S. 2892 HARKIN, Mr. HELMS, Mr. HOLLINGS, Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- At the request of Mr. KENNEDY, the Mr. HUTCHINSON, Mrs. HUTCHISON, Mr. imous consent that the Senate proceed name of the Senator from Connecticut INHOFE, Mr. INOUYE, Mr. JEFFORDS, to executive session to consider Execu- Mr. JOHNSON, Mr. KENNEDY, Mr. (Mr. DODD) was added as a cosponsor of tive Calendar No. 1008, Denny Wade KERRY, Mr. KOHL, Ms. LANDRIEU, Mr. S. 2892, a bill to provide economic secu- King, to be United States Marshal; LEVIN, Mrs. LINCOLN, Mr. MCCAIN, rity for America’s workers. Mr. MCCONNELL, Ms. MIKULSKI, Mr. that the nomination be confirmed, the MILLER, Mr. MURKOWSKI, Mr. NELSON S. 2922 motion to reconsider be laid on the of Florida, Mr. NELSON of Nebraska, At the request of Ms. LANDRIEU, the table; that the President be imme- Mr. NICKLES, Mr. REED, Mr. REID, Mr. names of the Senator from Massachu- diately notified of the Senate’s action, ROBERTS, Mr. ROCKEFELLER, Mr. setts (Mr. KENNEDY), the Senator from and that any statements relating SANTORUM, Mr. SCHUMER, Mr. SES- South Dakota (Mr. JOHNSON), and the thereto be printed in the RECORD. SIONS, Ms. SNOWE, Mr. THOMAS, Mr. Senator from Connecticut (Mr. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without THOMPSON, Mr. TORRICELLI, Mr. WAR- LIEBERMAN) were added as cosponsors objection, it is so ordered. NER, Mr. WELLSTONE, and Mr. The nomination was considered and WYDEN): of S. 2922, a bill to facilitate the de- S. 2924. A bill to authorize the President to ployment of wireless telecommuni- confirmed, as follows: award posthumously the Congressional Gold cations networks in order to further DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Medal to the passengers and crew of United the availability of the Emergency Denny Wade King, of Tennessee, to be Airlines Flight 93 in the aftermath of the Alert System, and for other purposes. United States Marshal for the Middle Dis- terrorist attack on the United States on Sep- trict of Tennessee for the term of four years. tember 11, 2001; read the first time. S. RES. 306 NOMINATION DISCHARGED f At the request of Mr. BROWNBACK, the Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- name of the Senator from Georgia (Mr. imous consent that the Commerce ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS MILLER) was added as a cosponsor of S. Committee be discharged from further S. 1394 Res. 306, a resolution expressing the consideration of the nomination of At the request of Mr. ENSIGN, the sense of the Senate concerning the con- Marion Blakey to be Administrator of name of the Senator from Missouri tinuous repression of freedoms within the Federal Aviation Administration; (Mrs. CARNAHAN) was added as a co- Iran and of individual human rights that the Senate proceed to its imme- sponsor of S. 1394, a bill to amend title abuses, particularly with regard to diate consideration; that the nomina- XVIII of the Social Security Act to re- women. tion be confirmed; that the motion to September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S8507 reconsider be laid upon the table; that provide for those who were attacked and to on a day we will never forget. There any statements thereon be printed in protect those who remained; may come a day when we must again the RECORD; that the President be im- Whereas Americans continue to repair look ahead to threats to our Nation mediately notified of the Senate’s ac- damage to buildings and the economy, while that lie on or beyond the horizon. I am relishing the freedoms they enjoy as Ameri- tion; and that the Senate resume legis- cans; confident that when that time comes, lative session with the preceding occur- Whereas on September 14, 2001, in Public Congress will again act in a bipartisan ring without any intervening action or Law 107–40, Congress authorized the use of fashion to take the steps needed to debate. ‘‘all necessary and appropriate force’’ keep America strong, and Americans The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without against those responsible for the terrorist at- safe. objection, it is so ordered. tacks; But today, as we walk the path from The nomination was considered and Whereas the United States Armed Forces remembrance to recovery, this resolu- confirmed, as follows: subsequently moved swiftly against Al Qaeda tion says what we all know in our DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION and the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, whom the President and Congress had identi- hearts: We will never forget. Marion C. Blakey, of Mississippi, to be Ad- fied as enemies of America; f ministrator of the Federal Aviation Admin- Whereas, in so doing, brave servicemen and istration for the term of five years. ORDERS FOR THURSDAY, women left family and friends in order to de- f fend the Nation; SEPTEMBER 12, 2002 LEGISLATIVE SESSION Whereas a year later, many servicemen Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- and women remain abroad, shielding the Na- imous consent that when the Senate tion from further terrorist attacks; completes its business today, it ad- SENSE OF THE CONGRESS ON THE Whereas, while the passage of a year has journ until the hour of 9:45 a.m. tomor- ANNIVERSARY OF THE TER- not softened the memory of the American people, resolved their grief, or restored lost row, September 12; that following the RORIST ATTACKS LAUNCHED loved ones, it has shown that Americans will prayer and the pledge, the Journal of AGAINST THE UNITED STATES not bow to terrorists; proceedings be approved to date, the Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- Whereas the Congress has passed, and the morning hour be deemed expired, the imous consent that when the Senate President has signed, numerous laws pro- time for the two leaders be reserved for receives from the House H. Con. Res. viding additional resources for the overseas their use later in the day, and the Sen- 464, a concurrent resolution regarding effort against terrorism, as well as addi- ate proceed to executive session to con- tional tools for Federal, State, and local law sider Calendar No. 960, with the time the anniversary of the terrorist attack, enforcement and judicial systems to protect the preamble and the concurrent reso- Americans at home; and until 10 a.m. equally divided between lution be agreed to; that any state- Whereas the Government reexamined the Senators LEAHY and HATCH—that ments thereon be printed in the need for domestic security and the Congress would be prior to the vote on that nom- RECORD; and the motion to reconsider is currently considering legislation to create ination—with no intervening action; be laid upon the table, provided that it a Department of Homeland Security with the further, that it be in order to request is identical to the resolution that I ask specific mission of preventing further at- the yeas and nays on the nomination at tacks. be printed in the RECORD following the this time. granting of this request. Mr. DASCHLE. Mr. President, what The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without we saw happen to our country 1 year objection? objection, it is so ordered. ago today will be forever etched in our Without objection, it is so ordered. The resolution (H. Con. Res. 464), memories. Several of our colleagues Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask for with its preamble, reads as follows: have taken time here on the floor the yeas and nays. H. CON. RES. 464 today to reflect on that horrible day. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a Whereas on September 11, 2001, while Though our Nation was wounded sufficient second? Americans were attending to their daily rou- deeply that day, we learned a great There appears to be a sufficient sec- tines, terrorists hijacked and destroyed four deal about ourselves—and that has ond. civilian aircraft, crashing two of them into made our country stronger. The cour- The yeas and nays were ordered. the towers of the World Trade Center in New age of the first responders, the valor of Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- York City, and a third into the Pentagon the passengers on flight 93, the imous consent that following the dis- outside Washington, D.C.; strength of the families of the victims, Whereas the valor of the passengers and position of the nomination, the motion crew on the fourth aircraft prevented it from the character of our armed forces, and to reconsider be laid upon the table, also being used as a weapon against America; the generosity of Americans from each any statements thereon be printed in Whereas thousands of innocent Americans and every State in the Union have the RECORD, the President be imme- were killed and injured as a result of these shown to terrorists, and to the world, diately notified of the Senate’s action, attacks, including the passengers and crew that America is strong and will not and the Senate return to legislative of the four aircraft, workers in the World bow to terror. session and resume consideration of Trade Center and in the Pentagon, rescue H. Con. Res. 464 is a small tribute to the Interior appropriations bill. workers, and bystanders, making these at- each of these heroes. It spells out, in tacks the deadliest terrorist attacks ever The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without launched against the United States; broad bipartisan fashion, Congress’s objection, it is so ordered. Whereas when the gravest moments came, memory for lost loved ones, our deep f many regular Americans, relying on courage, admiration for the families of these in- instinct, and grace, rushed toward the flam- nocent victims, our respect for the PROGRAM ing buildings in order to rescue or toward work of our first responders and armed Mr. REID. Mr. President, the next terrorist-controlled cockpits in order to re- forces, and our resolve to find and rollcall vote will occur tomorrow sist; bring to justice those responsible for morning at 10 o’clock on the confirma- Whereas by targeting symbols of American the attacks. tion of Timothy Corrigan to be a strength and success, these attacks clearly were intended to assail the principles, val- That resolve was made clear on Sep- United States District Judge for the ues, and freedoms of the United States and tember 14, 2001, when we overwhelm- Middle District of Florida. the American people, intimidate the Nation, ingly passed S.J. Res. 23. In that reso- Following that vote, the Senate will and weaken the national resolve; lution, we granted the President the resume consideration of the Interior Whereas while the States of New York, authority to pursue the nations, people Appropriations Act. But at noon, the Virginia, and Pennsylvania bore the brunt of or organizations who perpetrated the Senate will resume consideration of the terrorist attacks, every State and Terri- September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the homeland security bill. tory and all Americans were affected and the United States in order to prevent mourned these tragic losses; f Whereas Americans reached out to help any future acts of international terrorism against the United States by ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 9:45 A.M. strangers who had lost loved ones, col- TOMORROW leagues, and their businesses; such nations, people, or organizations. Whereas local, State, and Federal leaders With today’s resolution, we look Mr. REID. Mr. President, if there is set aside differences and worked together to back at the horror and the hope we saw no further business to come before the S8508 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE September 11, 2002 Senate, I ask unanimous consent the CONFIRMATIONS DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Senate stand in adjournment under the DENNY WADE KING, OF TENNESSEE, TO BE UNITED previous order. Executive nominations confirmed by STATES MARSHAL FOR THE MIDDLE DISTRICT OF TEN- There being no objection, the Senate, the Senate September 11, 2002: NESSEE FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS. MARION C. BLAKEY, OF MISSISSIPPI, TO BE ADMINIS- at 3:46 p.m., adjourned until Thursday, TRATOR OF THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION September 12, 2002, at 9:45 a.m. FOR THE TERM OF FIVE YEARS. September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1545 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

MARIJUANA MISINFORMATION No wonder the public has trouble getting a Does the IOM regard marijuana as a help- clear picture. His source for this information ful ‘‘medicine’’ for the afflicted? Not at all. is the Marijuana Policy Project, a group of ‘‘In no way,’’ the researchers continued, ‘‘do HON. BENJAMIN A. GILMAN marijuana legalizers relying on a study that we wish to suggest that patients should, OF NEW YORK covers just those years. Unfortunately, the under any circumstances, medicate them- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES columnist did not check his facts with the selves with marijuana.’’ In fact, they state Wednesday, September 11, 2002 Drug Enforcement Administration, which that any experimental subjects must be noti- monitors scientific studies of marijuana. fied that they are using ‘‘a harmful drug de- Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to What does the DEA analysis show? In 1974, livery system,’’ adding that short-term ex- bring to the attention of the House a recent the average THC content of marijuana was periments might be conducted only after the editorial by John P. Walters, the Director of less than 1 percent. But by 1999, potency ‘‘documented failure of all approved medi- the Office of National Drug Control Policy. averaged 7 percent. Further, unlike the old cines’’ and only under strict medical super- Writing in the San Francisco Chronicle on ‘‘ditchweed’’ and bulk marijuana of the past, vision. there are now far more powerful products to But while the IOM wishes to study the in- September 1, 2002, Director Walters com- entice youth. The THC of today’s sinsemilla gredients in marijuana, the purpose of these mented on the widespread campaign of misin- averages 14 percent and ranges as high as 30 clinical trials (now being conducted through formation being waged on the issue of medical percent. the University of California at San Diego) is marijuana by those who favor drug legaliza- Even stronger stuff is on the way. The not to investigate the potential medical ben- tion. Far from being a harmless drug with po- point is that the potency of available mari- efit of smoking the stuff. As the researchers tential medicinal use, John Walters argues juana has not merely ‘‘doubled,’’ but in- put it, their purpose ‘‘would not be to de- creased as much as 30 times. velop marijuana as a licensed drug.’’ that the marijuana available to teenagers Some advocates argued that this increased These facts place us far away from efforts today is far stronger than that consumed by potency is actually good news, because kids to justify the distribution of marijuana ciga- the Woodstock generation. will simply use less. But the data don’t sup- rettes through cannabis buyers clubs. Real But rather than presenting a united front port that interpretation. The number of tons and lasting damage can follow ‘‘experimen- against the dangers of this drug, the debate of marijuana sold in America is increasing, tation’’ with marijuana, as reflected in the over medicinal use is only sowing confusion not decreasing. The number of people seek- fact that marijuana abuse is today the major among parents and adolescents alike. Mean- ing medical treatment for marijuana abuse reason for young people to seek drug treat- is increasing rapidly, not decreasing. In fact, ment. while, emergency room admissions and treat- the number of adolescent marijuana admis- Yet, listening to some in the media you are ment enrollments involving teenagers for mari- sions increased 260 percent between 1992 and still likely to hear that marijuana ‘‘isn’t juana use is rising sharply. In recent years, 1999. such a big deal,’’ and that even the National drug overdoses have overtaken homicides as The stakes in this debate are high, espe- Academy of Sciences endorses it ‘‘for medic- the leading causes of death among teenagers. cially for young people. So widespread is inal purposes.’’ Now you know better. marijuana in today’s schools that nearly half Regrettably, many in the media have bought f into the ‘‘compassionate’’ argument that se- of all high school seniors report having tried it by graduation, while a smaller but still PAYING TRIBUTE TO AMANDA verely ill people need the option of smoking alarming number report using it every marijuana to alleviate their symptoms. While month—even everyday. This is a drug that, DAVIO AND ST. MARTHA CATHO- running counter to common sense, this argu- after all, produces withdrawal symptoms, is LIC SCHOOL ment has been strong enough to support bal- associated with learning and memory dis- lot initiatives in several States. turbances and produces behavioral problems HON. MIKE ROGERS Adolescent use of marijuana is a serious for those who become dependent. OF MICHIGAN It’s time to face facts: Today’s marijuana problem with widespread ramifications. There IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is a more dangerous drug than the pot of the needs to be more voices like Director Walters Woodstock era. It creates tolerance (you Wednesday, September 11, 2002 entering the debate to counteract the mis- need increasing doses to achieve the same ef- Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I guided, harmful, and misleading arguments fect), and at high doses it induces paranoia rise to honor Amanda Davio and her class- being fostered and presented by groups prey- or even violence. mates at St. Martha Catholic School in ing on people’s compassion as a way to open The haze of misinformation grows even Okemos, Michigan, for their special efforts to the door for wholesale drug legalization. thicker when it comes to the issue of ‘‘med- For review by my colleagues, Mr. Speaker, ical’’ marijuana. On the face of it, the idea thank the thousands of volunteers and emer- I request that Director Walter’s editorial be in- that desperately sick people could be helped gency workers who responded to the Sep- by smoking an intoxicating weed seems un- tember 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade serted in full at this point in the CONGRES- likely, even medieval. It is, in fact, absurd. Center in New York City and the Pentagon SIONAL RECORD: Smoking marijuana, even if it weren’t psy- here in Washington, D.C. chotropic, hardly seems healthy. The threat [From the San Francisco Chronicle, Sept. 1, Last year, soon after those tragic attacks, I 2002] of lung damage, not to mention exposure to carcinogens and more toxins than those asked children throughout Michigan’s 8th Con- MARIJUANA TODAY—SETTING THE RECORD found in tobacco smoke, increases with every gressional District to write letters and cards to STRAIGHT ‘‘hit.’’ But no less than the New York Times the military men and women who were pre- (By John P. Walters) editorialized recently in support of medical paring for the war against terrorism. St. Mar- The public debate over marijuana has been marijuana. Amazingly, the paper termed it tha students responded to that request along plagued by difficulties, not the least of which ‘‘life-saving’’ and claimed it represented with hundreds of other students. Several of is a lack of accurate information. Any policy ‘‘mainstream medical opinion.’’ the schools, like St. Martha and Amanda debate that draws activists promoting their Who have they been listening to? Perhaps cause is likely to suffer from confusion. But the source was the same Marijuana Policy Davio’s kindergarten class, also sent along let- the debate over marijuana has been further Project, which paid for a full-page ad in the ters and cards for the workers at the attack muddled by careless or gullible media re- Times on March 6, 2000. The MPP claimed sites. ports. Too often, journalists are fed mis- scientific support for medical marijuana These were forwarded to the Red Cross leading advocacy information that they from the prestigious National Academy of and eventually Amanda’s card made it into the swallow whole. Sciences, whose Institute of Medicine, MPP hands of New York City Police Officer Steve For instance, one columnist recently claimed, ‘‘urged the federal government to Tarricone. Officer Tarricone contacted the charged that worry about the increased po- give seriously ill people immediate access to school, eventually traveled there to meet the tency of today’s marijuana is wildly over- medical marijuana on a case-by-case basis.’’ stated. In fact, he calls such claims ‘‘whop- But nowhere in the IOM report can you students, especially Amanda, whose greeting pers,’’ because the active ingredient THC find this ‘‘urging.’’ Quite the contrary: the has inspired him at a time when his spirits (tetrahydrocannabinol) ‘‘has only doubled to IOM throws cold water on smoked-marijuana were very low. 4.2 percent from about 2 percent from 1980 to enthusiasts, stating clearly, ‘‘Marijuana is Since then, the Davio family has visited 1997.’’ not a modern medicine.’’ New York and the two families have become

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We paid our out of the shared experience of dealing with workers and victims of September 11 was one respects to the fallen members of the station the aftermath of the tragedy of September 11, of the most significant events in my life. at a memorial on the sidewalk in front of the A few days later, Officer Tarricone called firehouse, thanked the two firemen for the 2001. the school to see if they had received the The remarkable story of this new friendship tour and their welcome, and went on to our package and talked to Mrs. Hillman at appointment at Police Headquarters. is best told in the words of Amanda’s father, length about what the cards had meant to Pulling up to One Police Plaza was like en- Christopher Davio who wrote: him and other workers at the sites. He said tering a military post. Concrete barriers are With the approach of the anniversary of he was amazed at the outpouring of support placed so that only one vehicle can enter or the tragic events of September 11, 2001, I’d shown by the entire county and was moved leave the lot at a time and a large sanitation like to relate an uplfting side to the story by the fact that Amanda’s card had come truck blocks the opening, pulling away to and how, out of such horrific happenings; from a kindergarten from halfway across the allow access after getting clearance from the blessings and new relationships can grow. county. guard post, then moving back to block the Shortly after 09/11/01, U.S. Representative My wife and I began to put together a few entrance. Security was tight! Upon entering MIKE ROGERS sent out a request to the things to send back to Officer Tarricone and the building, we passed through metal detec- school children of his district to write cards his family and after videoing greetings from tors and were photographed and given passes and letters to the rescue workers at Ground Amanda and her sister Angela (8) and Alissa to wear on our outermost clothing. Zero, the Pentagon and in Pennsylvania. My (14), included the tape of the presentation We were all escorted to the Division of daughters’ school, St. Martha Catholic and the school program along with other Community Affairs where we met Detective School in Okemos, like I’m sure many other cards, photos and expressions of thanks. John Rowen and his daughter Ashleen. De- schools in the area, answered the call and When Steve got that package, he called to tective Rowen took us to a conference room each class composed cards, which were deliv- share his excitement with us and told ‘‘in where we also met Detective Eugene Canapi. ered to Mr. ROGERS for forwarding to the the past 24 hours, I’ve watched the tape at Gene had heard the story and came in on his workers. least 25 times.’’ He had shown it to his moth- day off to show us a presentation that the The cards followed a circuitous route and er and sister and they were all so happy my daughter Amanda Davio’s (age 5 and in department had put together as a historical about our reaction to his reply. documentary on the events of September 11, Kindergarten at the time) card ended up We kept in contact over the next few 2001. Both men expressed their welcomes to posted in a Red Cross tent at the Staten Is- weeks and Steve told us that he had gone to us and told us how much the cards and let- land Landfill, along with hundreds of other the Policemen’s Benevolent Association for ters from across the nation had meant to cards and notes. There in early March of this permission to have Amanda named an Hon- them. John said that of all the cards he had year, the construction paper card caught the orary NYPD Officer. After receiving permis- seen, it never occurred to him to answer eye of an NYPD officer, Steven Tarricone. sion, he had a plaque made and sent it along back and he was glad that Steve had shown The card, with a 5 year olds rendition of the with more photos, commemorative pins and such thoughtfulness to reply to Amanda. American Flag and the words ‘‘Thank You’’ the arm patches from each of the units of the After the presentation, reporters from the on the cover had a simple but profound mes- NYPD to Amanda. sage inside, ‘‘You Make Me Feel Proud.’’ Of- In the meantime, Mrs. Hillman called our New York Post and Newsday interviewed us ficer Torricone saw that the card, signed local papers and news outlets and a story and took photos of Steve and Amanda in Amanda Davio, was stamped with the was run on the front page of the Community their ‘‘uniforms!’’ We met Deputy Commis- school’s name and address on the back and News as well as a news segment on WLAJ sioner Patrick (Division of Community Af- wishing to express his gratitude for the sup- which was aired as a local connection to the fairs) and were greeted and treated like port and comfort that the card and all the official closing of the clean up effort at VIP’s by everyone. other cards and notes had given him, placed Ground Zero. Detective Rowen and his daughter took us it in his pocket and took it home. Since then, Mrs. Hillman has traveled to all down to the waterfront near Battery Steve showed the card to his wife and his New York on a trip that she had planned Park where we boarded a Police Harbor Pa- partner. He had to put in long days and was long before all this developed. Steve met her trol boat and were given a tour of the area drawing extra shifts while the city still at the airport with a red rose and welcomed from the water. We rode under the Brooklyn struggled with the aftermath of the dev- her and her a red rose and welcomed her and Bridge, out to Ellis Island and the Statue of astating attack. After a few weeks, he put her family. He arranged a visit to police Liberty. I’m not usually an emotionally de- together a package and sent it to the St. headquarters and Ground Zero for all of monstrative person but I had tears in my Martha School. Inside the package was a them. eyes when I saw the Statue. It was my first thank you card in which he wrote a little We took our family to New York at the end visit to New York City and had never seen it about himself and his job. He described the of August to meet Steve and his family (wife before. I remember thinking back to 9/11/01 day he found Amanda’s card, he was assigned Michelle and daughter Ashley). Upon our ar- and hearing the threats made to her after to the Staten Island Landfill and as he said, rival at a nearby hotel Wednesday, August the horrible attacks. I was sure at that time ‘‘My job for the day was to sift through the 28, we called Steve and he immediately came that I’d never see it in person and was truly debris to try to find anything that would to meet us. Greeting him for the first time overcome at seeing her from the boat. I bring closure to the family members of vic- was like seeing a close family member after imagine that is how my ancestors felt com- tims of the World Trade Center.’’ He thanked a long absence. Amanda ran into his arms ing over from Italy at the turn of the last Amanda, her classmates and the staff at St. and the smiles lit up the whole lobby of the century. Martha School for their support and for tak- hotel. Steve took us to his house and we met While on the Harbor Patrol boat, I talked ing the time out of their day to thank all the Michelle and Ashley. Steve had a shirt made with one of the officers that made up the rescue workers. Steve included in the pack- for Amanda in the style of his uniform, com- crew of three. He had no idea who we were age five pictures he took on the days imme- plete with her name and honorary badge and when I told him the story he told me diately following the disaster and took the number as well as NYPD arm patches and how glad he was that Steve had replied in time to describe on the back of each picture badge insignia. the way that he had. He described the events what was shown. He also sent along an We saw Steve again the next day at his of that day and how they ferried survivors NYPD cap, arm patch and ID cards with the house and met with a reporter and photog- and rescue workers to the site and told me request that they be given to Amanda. rapher from the Long Island Catholic, a dio- how much they all appreciated the support Mrs. Helen Hillman, Principal of St. Mar- cese newspaper who had heard of the story shown by the rest of the country after the tha, related to me how moved she was as she from one of their staffers with family here in attack. He said that the Red Cross had given opened the package and after discussing the Okemos. After visiting with the representa- him a box of cookies sent by some school contents with other staff members, tives from the paper, we did a little touring children from New Jersey and that he still Amanda’s teacher, Kara Lampke, suggested locally then went to dinner with Steve and kept the note that they had enclosed in his she present the items to Amanda at the up- his family. wallet, nearly a year afterwards. coming spring program that the school chil- On Friday, Steve and Michelle met us at After the harbor tour, we returned to One dren were to perform the next week. When our hotel and took us into Manhattan. He Police Plaza and were told that Police Com- next she saw me at the school, Mrs. Hillman had arranged a tour similar to the one given missioner Ray Kelly would like to meet told me to be sure and have my camera to Mrs. Hillman on her trip earlier in the Amanda. We were absolutely floored! Steve ready at the end of the program as Amanda month. We got to lower Manhattan about an was really nervous as we waited to be es- was going to be presented with something. hour before our appointment at One Police corted into the Commissioner’s office, as he Being the proud parent that we are, my wife Plaza and while driving near Ground Zero, had never met him before either. Detective and I videoed and photographed throughout saw a fire station at the corner of Water and Rowen remarked that he doubted that many the show and when the time came for Mrs. Wall Streets. Steve asked us to wait in the officers with Steve’s experience (he’s been on Hillman to present the items and relate the car while he went in and talked to the fire- the force for seven years) had been invited to story, sat there stunned by the thoughtful- men on duty. The firemen, after hearing the meet the Commissioner in his office. Com- ness of Steve’s reply. For him to express his story from Steve, welcomed us into the sta- missioner Kelly greeted us warmly and posed gratitude in such a way and to know that tion, gave us a tour of the fire trucks and for pictures with Amanda and Steve and a someone took the time to show all the chil- equipment and posed for pictures with the group photo with all of us. He gave us a brief

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.004 E11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1547 tour of his office and explained that his desk bagpipes and drum. It was a great way to cap I ask my colleagues to join me in once was Teddy Roosevelt’s from his tour as Com- off another extraordinary day. again offering our deepest sympathy and that missioner in the late 1800’s. Our last full day in New York was spent After leaving the Commissioner’s office, touring the city like normal visitors. We left of our entire national to the Solomon and Gar- Detective Rowen took us to see Ground Zero. Steven and his family to give them a chance cia families. After seeing it so often in news coverage, it to spend Ashley’s birthday alone while we This nation had many heroes on September was an uncanny feeling to actually be at the went to the observation deck of the Empire 11, 2001. We all know of the supreme sac- site. I said a quiet prayer for the victims and State Building, drove down Broadway and rifice made by so many firefighters, police offi- listened while Detective Rowen related his explored Manhattan by ourselves. For visi- cers and others in their response to the at- memories from the day of the attack. He was tors coming to New York for the first time, tacks on the World Trade Center and the Pen- at the command center when the first plane you’re struck by the size of all the buildings, tagon. We know of the heroism of those on hit and was helping victims at the foot of the the number of people and you quickly come buildings when the first tower fell. There is to see that there is no place like it in the the hijacked planes who prevented even more a brief shot of him running up the street in country. I’ve had the privilege of visiting 46 calamitous attacks on our nation’s Capitol. one of the CNN videos as the cloud of debris of the 48 contiguous United States as well as We’ve learned about of the heroism of people follows behind. He said it was like a wall of Hawaii and Puerto Rico. Truly New York all over our country who pitched in to give water, he ducked into a side street and the City has no equal. service to others. wave of dirt followed him around the corner. After having dinner with Steve, Michelle, Mr. Speaker, it is with a great sense of A nearby visitor asked what is was like to be Ashley, and Steve’s sister Lisa’s family, we honor and pride that I ask my colleagues to headed back to our hotel and the next morn- surrounded by the smoke and he said it join me in paying tribute to all who have wasn’t smoke, it was more like dirt and fine ing left for home. Our trip to New York City particles of concrete dust that followed him was way more memorable than we could ever emerged from the tragedies of that fateful day and eventually covered him like so many of have imagined. It gave my children an expe- to embody what it means to be true American the photos we all saw from the news that rience that they will never forget. Steve and Heroes by giving so much of their time, talents day. his family are in the process of planning a and resources to heal the wounds of Sep- The site now looks more like a construc- trip here for a visit to St. Martha School in tember 11, 2001. There are too many individ- tion site and an individual happening along early November. We are all looking forward uals, organizations and companies to name on it today would probably wonder what was to seeing them again. The police officers and going to be built there. The sides of the hole firefighters of New York showed the rest of each separately, but I’d like to honor in our go straight down for probably five or six sto- the nation that heroes arise from adversity. Nation’s Record a few examples of some of ries and you can see each level of the sub- My family has been fortunate to meet one of the many people of the 14th Congressional structure of the underground areas across those heroes and to get to know him as a District who rose to the occasion in extraor- the way. We could see where the subway tun- good friend. People like Steve Tarricone are dinarily generous ways: nel was going north from the site. For some- around us every day, and sometimes the The Town of Woodside Firefighters—held a one who had never seen the World Trade Cen- small gestures, like a thank you card sent by ‘‘Fill the Boot’’ fundraiser on Sept 30th for the ter, it was hard to imagine just how tall it a kindergartener can bring them into our New York Fire 9–11 Relief Fund. lives. The next time your child comes home was. Standing at Ground Zero now, you are YWCA and the Mountain View City Human surrounded by skyscrapers, the tallest of from school and says that they sent cards to which is 54 stories. I tried to explain to my someone, be it at a local nursing home, or to Relations Commission—held a ‘‘Building Com- daughters that if they took that building the President of the United States, I hope munity, Understanding and Respect’’ forum and placed another one just like it on top that you will recognize the importance of and dialogue in response to Sept. 11th. that would have been about the same height those messages to all who see them. The Menlo Park Community Chorus and the as the 110 stories of the Twin Towers. Many Mr. Speaker, Christopher Davio is right. Foothill Orchestra—organized a program of of the buildings still show damage from the Small gifts of kindness can have immeas- patriotic and inspirational music on Dec 15th urable benefits. Today, we wish to extend attack and collapse of WTC. Still the clean which benefited the ‘‘victims and heroes’’ of up has been a heroic effort in and of itself. our appreciation to Amanda Davio and her My family thanked Detective Rowen as we family, Officer Steve Tarricone and his fam- Sept. 11th. left and my middle daughter, Angela (8) ex- ily and colleagues, and all the students from Banks, Financial Institutions and Credit changed e-mail addresses with Ashleen plan- the 8th District who helped our nation begin Unions including San Mateo Credit Union and ning to stay in contact. As we drove back to its recovery. I now ask that our colleagues in Stanford Credit Union—maintained and kept Long Island we all were just amazed at the the U.S. House of Representatives join us in open their financial networks for their cus- events of the day. Reflecting on the tragedy recognizing this remarkable American story. tomers despite the resulting chaos of the at- of last year and remembering the expressions f tacks; and organized fundraising campaigns of welcome and gratitude from each and among their employees and customers to ben- TRIBUTE TO THE HEROES OF THE every person we met. efit the families affected by Sept. 11th. When we had first discussed going to New 14TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT York City to meet Steve and his family, he Gallery Europa in Palo Alto owners Louise had told us that when we got there he was Erricson and David Himmelberger organized a going to throw a big party. As the plans for HON. ANNA G. ESHOO special exhibit in which the sale proceeds the trip grew, we found out that his daughter OF CALIFORNIA were donated to families of victims of Sept. Ashley’s second birthday (September 1) IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 11th. would be celebrated on Saturday, August 31 Wednesday, September 11, 2002 Hyland Hogan and Lane Lees of the Half and that he was having his whole family Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Moon Bay Fire District—following September over. We picked that weekend to go so that 11th, they boarded a plane and were adopted we could meet all of them and make sure honor the extraordinary women and men of that they knew just how special we thought the distinguished 14th Congressional District by NYFD Ladder Company 3 where they that Steve and Michelle were. Saturday for their heroic responses to the tragic events helped the company after it lost 12 of its mem- dawned with a story in the New York Post of a year ago. bers and assisted the families of lost fire- about Amanda and Steve and how a small On the first anniversary of the attacks on fighters. In May, the district presented the New thank you card and its magnificent reply our nation, we reaffirm our commitment to the York Company with a memorial hand-made reached halfway across the country to bring ideals that have made the United States of case holding an ax recovered by one of the them together. As we arrived at Steve and America the greatest nation on earth. We firefighters and pictures of the 12 who per- Michelle’s, we were welcomed by all of their ished. family and friends as a new part of the fam- have grieved for our lost loved ones, and now ily. Steve’s mother Linda had gifts for each we continue the work of a freedom-loving na- All the teachers and school administrators of our girls, as did his Aunt Val & Uncle Len. tion. We take pride in and are in awe of what (like Jill Ballard and Sherry Fulton who teach We got to meet his partner and other friends the American people have done in response American Literature and Studies at Half Moon form the force. About halfway through the to the attack on our nation. They have been Bay High School)—who changed their cur- party, we all heard the sound of bagpipes brave, and generous and the entire world has ricula and schedules to help students under- tuning up. Steve had told me that there was witnessed the strength and the decency of our stand and cope with the events of September another surprise coming and as he called us people. Americans respond with open, brave 11th. all to the patio, he announced his Lieutenant and generous hands and hearts to those who Law enforcement agencies and organiza- and other members of the Emerald Society, NYPD’s pipe and drum corps. They gave a are in need. tions like the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Of- short concert for all of us in honor of Ash- Mr. Speaker, the 14th Congressional District fice and the San Mateo County Deputy Sher- ley’s birthday and Amanda’s visit. Once lost two extraordinary people, Naomi Solomon iff’s Association—set up funds to help the fam- again the emotions overflowed to hear the and Andrew Garcia, who enriched the lives of ilies of police officers killed in the Sept 11th at- patriotic medleys and other songs from the everyone they knew and loved. tacks.

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.008 E11PT1 E1548 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 11, 2002 California Task Force 3 Urban Search and Chris Campagna, South San Francisco Fire ing Director Fred Gusman, Gregory Leskin, Rescue—deployed local firefighters and other Department Robyn Walser, Sherry Riney, and Ken task force members to New York to assist at Thomas Calvert, Menlo Park Fire District Drescher who traveled to the Pentagon to pro- ground zero. Alex Leman, Civilian—Incident Support Team vide the Department of Defense guidance and Frank Fraone, Menlo Park Fire District—Inci- assistance for the psychological response ef- Harold Schapelhouman, Menlo Park Fire Dis- dent Support Team forts following 9/11. trict BK Cooper, Civilian—Incident Support Team The men and women of the California High- Randall Shurson, Menlo Park Fire District David Hammond, Civilian—Incident Support way Patrol—whose continuing vigilance helps Paul Cole, Half Moon Bay Fire District Team ensure the safety of our bridges, airports, and Gerald Kohlmann, San Jose Fire Department John Osteraas, Civilian—Incident Support other infrastructure. Phil White, South San Francisco Fire Depart- Team The members of the Reserves and Cali- ment The Children of the Payvand Cultural fornia National Guard who have been mobi- Troy Holt, Menlo Park Fire District lized and their families—many of these dedi- Brian Beadnell, Menlo Park Fire District School of Cupertino, an Iranian Community Based School—filmed a special video after cated individuals have taken deep pay cuts Ben Marra, Menlo Park Fire District 9/11 to spread the message of tolerance and and will endure long separations from their Carl Kustin, San Mateo Fire Department peace. The video is named Hand in Hand and families to prosecute the war on terror. Rexford Ianson, Menlo Park Fire District it was sent to President Bush. Palo Alto Medical Foundation and Stanford John Preston, NASA Ames DART Local Media—reporters like Mark Simon and University (particularly Eric Weiss MD and Lou Bill Trolan, Physician Tom Abate with the San Francisco Chronicle, Saksen)—formed a Bioterrorism Preparedness Jared Strote, Physician Loretta Green, Leigh Weimers and Jim Group to respond immediately and appro- George Berry, Civilian—Communications Spe- Puzzanghera with the San Jose Mercury priately to any suspected cases of bioter- cialist News, Don Kazak, Palo Alto Weekly, Dave rorism. David Larton, Civilian—Communications Spe- Price with the Palo Alto Daily reporters from USPS—dealt with the aftermath of the An- cialist The Almanac, Half Moon Bay Review/ thrax attacks and continued to provide excel- Martin Mijangos, Civilian—Technical Informa- Pescadero Pebble, San Mateo County Times, lent service by delivering mail and keeping tion Specialist Redwood City Independent, Los Altos Town their offices open to the public. Mike Bavister, Civilian—Technical Information Crier, Mountain View Voice, Silicon Valley American Red Cross Palo Alto Area Chap- Specialist Business Journal, Gentry, San Jose Maga- ter Deployed September 11th Volunteers: The Gordon Coe, Menlo Park Fire District zine, Sunnyvale Sun, Cupertino Courier all Chapter was second in the State of California Hollice Stonc, Civilian—Logistics Specialist provided critical information, told our collective for percentage of response based on chapter Mark Meyers, Civilian—Logistics Officer stories, shared our thoughts and helped to un- population and serves 250,000 people in Palo Paul Brown, NASA Ames DART derscore a message of hope and tolerance. Alto, Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Joe Zsutty, Structural Engineer Silicon Valley Companies and Businesses— at Stanford University and Moffett Federal Air- Raymond Lui, Structural Engineer Silicon Valley companies came together with field. The following Red Cross-trained volun- Harry Jackson, San Jose Fire Department their employees immediately after 9/11 to teers and staff were deployed for assignments Kelly Kasser, NASA Ames DART raise millions of dollars for charitable organiza- which lasted up to three weeks at a time fol- Crane Rigger, San Mateo County CDF tions. Many of the contributions made by com- lowing the September 11 attacks: Robert Simmons, Civilian panies were matched by employees, which Ginny Anderson, WTC New Jersey, Disaster James Stevens, Menlo Park Fire District— brought aid to the affected families including Mental Health Medic those of firefighters and police officers. The Vinnie Biberdorf, WTC New Jersey, Local Kenneth Oliver, Menlo Park Fire District— senior executives at Sun Microsystems raised Chapter Liaison Medic $1 million and the company matched dollar Ruth Anderson, WTC New York, Disaster Eric Haslam, South San Francisco Fire De- per dollar all employee contributions. That ef- Mental Health partment—Medic fort raised an additional $500,000. Sun Micro- Judy Boore, WTC New York, Disaster Mental Kevin Banks, Santa Clara Fire Department— systems, like many Silicon Valley companies Health Medic also participated in Ebay’s Auction for Amer- Rita Castro-Hawkins, WTC New York, Vol- John Wurdinger, Menlo Park Fire District— ica, donating over $1.3 million worth of prod- untary Agency Liaison Technical Search Specialist ucts. Hewlett-Packard employees gave $1 mil- Don DeJongh, WTC New York, Family Serv- Roger Miller, NASA Ames DART—Technical lion to support relief efforts. HP itself contrib- ices Search Specialist K–9 uted $2 million, and matched its employees’ Miriam DeJongh, WTC New York, Family Shirley Hammond, California OES, K–9 gifts with another $1 million. In addition, HP Services Jeff Place, California OES, K–9 like many other Silicon Valley companies, do- Ted Easley, WTC New York, Staffing for Dis- nated equipment to assist in the September Patricia Grant, California OES, K–9 aster Services 11 relief efforts. Companies like National Carol Herse, California OES, K–9 Paige Filomeo, WTC New York, Disaster Men- Semiconductor not only made monetary con- Tom Marinkovich, Menlo Park Fire District tal Health tributions but also organized employee blood Philip Snyder, NASA Ames DART Adriana Flores, WTC New York, Disaster Vol- drives. Paypal, through their members helped unteers Don Chesney, Burlingame Fire Department raise $2.35 million for the National Disaster Lynne McCreight, WTC New York, Records Michael Shaffer, Menlo Park Fire District Relief Fund of the American Red Cross. Ca- and Reports Rodney Brovelli, Menlo Park Fire District dence, under the leadership of CEO Ray Bing- Edwin Ou, WTC New York, Logistics Keith Slade, Menlo Park Fire District ham, raised over $1.6 million in contributions Laura Quilici, WTC New York, Disaster Mental Charles Sturtevant, Menlo Park Fire District to the American Red Cross and to the New Health Jeff Schreiber, Menlo Park Fire District York Firefighters’ 9–11 Disaster Relief Fund. Peggy Rogers, WTC New York, Disaster Men- Bill McFarland, Menlo Park Fire District Cadence and its employees also held a spe- Mark Tagney, NASA Ames DART cial flag raising ceremony commemorating the tal Health Jeffrey Maxwell, Milpitas Fire Department tragic events of 9–11. Apple too went above Richard Wing, WTC New York, Disaster Men- Chris De La Osa, Mountain View Fire Depart- and beyond to assist the victims. In addition to tal Health ment financial contributions to the Red Cross, Apple Ann Ziman, WTC FMA Center, Family Serv- Daniel Horton, Redwood City Fire Department donated iBooks to the children of the rescue ices Gerald Pera, Redwood City Fire Department workers who lost their lives in the line of duty. Geoff Ziman, WTC FMA Center, Family Serv- Steve Ehlers, Burlingame Fire Department These are but a few examples of the many ices Bruce Barron, Burlingame Fire Department contributions made by the employers and em- Karen Duncan, WTC NHQ Support, Public Af- Patrick Brown, Santa Clara Fire Department ployees of the 14th Congressional District. fairs Rod Villa, San Jose Fire Department CHUMS—Children United Morally and Spir- American Red Cross Palo Alto Chapter (lo- David Lerma, San Jose Fire Department itually—designed an interfaith holiday card cally): Palo Alto Area Red Cross Chapter led Greg Campbell, San Mateo Fire Department which they sold and donated the proceeds to by Executive Director Patricia J. Bubenik, staff Dave Rovetti, San Mateo Fire Department victims of 9/11. members and volunteers assisted four local Jesus Magallanes, South San Francisco Fire VA Palo Alto National Center for Post Trau- families with issues related to the September Department matic Stress Disorder (NCPTSD) staff includ- 11 disaster, including counseling the family of

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.011 E11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1549 a victim of the Pennsylvania air crash. Mental wood. We all turned abruptly. A tree fell the entire world at once. In silence we health disaster volunteers went to schools, across the path 50 yards behind us, its top watched. We were free. PTAs, and church groups requesting help in shattered and smoking. YOU ARE FREE Only nine miles to go, but the weather the aftermath. Volunteers delivered materials (By David S. Suarez) to schools to assist with the conversations showed no signs of letting up. At night we were going to make camp on top of Mount The air is cool, the sky is dark, your muscles with children, teachers and parents. relax, while nature’s breath fills your The chapter staff also processed a total of Philip at 11,711 feet. . . . It was thirteen miles lungs $1,168,737 in donations designated for the away and a strenuous climb from where we You have accomplished your tasks, felt the National Red Cross (between September 11, broke camp in the morning. Unfortunately, that pain, and endured the pressure, a pres- 2001 and June 30, 2002). day was worse than any other had been. Like sure so immense that you lived to es- At the same time, the Chapter continued to myself, the other guys in the expedition were cape respond to an increased interest in first aid pretty melancholy. . . . All I could think about You have climbed to the very peak of the and CPR classes and trained an increased was the 40 pound pack and the ice covered mountain and now relax on a rock, number of disaster service volunteers who ground that kept me from moving forward with high above the trees while others sleep came in response to the September 11 trage- any sort of speed. . . . It continued to storm. You are enveloped by nature’s beauty for dies. They also registered and placed an un- I trudged on. Stepping one foot in front of just a moment you abandon your incar- precedented number of volunteers who want- the other. . . . If I’d had a choice I’d have cerated body wholly relinquishing your ed to be of service within the community. stopped, but there was no choice. Stopping ties to human nature and for only an instant, you become part of God you f meant hypothermia, which was worse than walking. Hours later, we reached the top. My are free CENTRAL NEW JERSEY SHARES A hands were red. The tips of my fingers were f POEM ON FREEDOM BY WORLD almost white; they were completely numb. The TRADE CENTER VICTIM DAVID clouds were so thick I couldn’t see more than A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING SCOTT SUAREZ a few feet ahead. Everyone else was in the JACOB HOLLINGSHEAD same condition, some worse. . . . There were HON. RUSH D. HOLT fourteen of us, only six were able to pitch HON. ROBERT W. NEY OF NEW JERSEY tents. . . . We pitched one after another. I OF OHIO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thought each one along the way would be my IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES last. Finally we finished and everyone was Wednesday, September 11, 2002 Wednesday, September 11, 2002 safe. Then, miraculously, the moment our tent Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to was ready for sleep the clouds blew away and Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, Where Jacob share with you excerpts from a story that the warm sun came out. . . . Hollingshead has devoted himself to serving World Trade Center victim David Scott Suarez That was it, I was the last man standing. I others through his membership in the Boy wrote about two hiking trips he had taken sev- was so excited I started to run to the peak. Scouts of America; and eral years apart, and a poem he wrote about . . . I reached it minutes later. . . . I leaned Whereas, Jacob Hollingshead has shared climbing as a metaphor for life and for free- back against the flagpole that stood higher his time and talent with the community in dom. David writes about freedom, both in than everything else. A smile of contentment which he resides; and terms of the struggle to attain it and the unpar- crossed my face. I shut my eyes and fell Whereas, Jacob Hollingshead has dem- alleled joy of having it. In a sense, David’s asleep to the sound of the American Flag onstrated a commitment to meet challenges story reminds us that freedom is not free. It re- snapping in the wind. I was free. with enthusiasm, confidence and outstanding quires hard work and undaunting persever- Three thousand miles and five years later I service; and ance. Freedom can only be attained when was feeling the same thing. Freedom, what a Whereas, Jacob Hollingshead must be com- people work, together with others, exerting all strong word it is. Millions of people had died mended for the hard work and dedication he of the collective strength of the unified group, in its name. Do people fully understand and put forth in earning the Eagle Scout Award; to ascend its peak. One could interpret Da- appreciate this single word? Do I? A month and vid’s story to say that freedom is not even a earlier I sat out on the lawn under the shade Therefore, I join with Troop 269 and the en- choice, but rather a requirement for the real- of a tall oak attending my Asian philosophy tire 18th Congressional District in congratu- ization of human potential, and that freedom class. After class I walked past a preacher lating Jacob Hollingshead as he receives the should be our example to the world that we yelling that all of my peers (and myself) were Eagle Scout Award. shout from the mountaintops. doomed to hell. I walked further and saw a f David’s parents, Ted and Carol Suarez, stand with pictures of marijuana leaves all have so far had his poem translated into over around, apparently fighting for its legality. I sat VIOLENCE PREVENTION WEEK 90 languages, including three of the major lan- down and watched a couple walk past hand in guages spoken in Afghanistan. They offer their hand and smiling. It was July 3. The impact of HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ son’s story and poem in hopes that they will what was occurring before me hit me like a OF TEXAS show all of the people of the world how much blow. I was living the dream that so many had IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES they have in common, so that we will always died for. I belonged to a select group of peo- Wednesday, September 11, 2002 choose to communicate with each other rather ple that could enjoy life as it should be en- than fight, and so that their son’s death and joyed. In day to day life I often didn’t realize Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the death of so many others on September 11 that. . . . My mind and my talents marked the commend the community of Brownsville, will not have been in vain. The following are limits of were I could go. No one else dictated Texas, for reminding our children about the excerpts from ‘‘Return to Freedom’’, by David them. values we uphold with ‘‘Violence Prevention Suarez. Those thoughts reentered my mind as I Week’’ as the new school year begins. My legs burned. My heart pounded. A bead climbed to the top of Sugarbush Mountain in Our school years now begin with concerns of sweat ran down my forehead to the tip of central Maine. Climbing became a metaphor over not just grades and class assignments, my nose. I wiped it off with the back of my for life. We were almost at the top and the but also the threat of gun violence. This reality dirty arm just before it dripped to the ground. wind was blowing fiercely. We had entered the confronts students and educational profes- The air was cool and the wind grew fiercer the clouds and couldn’t see a thing. At one point sionals each day they enter the classroom. higher into the atmosphere we climbed. It I opened my jacket and leaned into the wind. Here in Texas, we understand that pro- froze sweat to my skin and blew my hair every It supported my weight for awhile. Together moting a safe and non-violent community be- which way, occasionally stinging my eyes. I we reached the top. We raised our hands and gins at home, where life’s first and most im- looked up past Bob, who was directly in front screamed loudly for the world to hear. We’d portant lessons are learned. The logic that dic- of me, but I could not see our destination. The conquered this mountain. Although the steep tates that gun violence is driven by the mere peak was covered in clouds. . . . Hail pelted slopes tried to keep us down, they couldn’t. existence of guns is inherently flawed. The my raincoat. The trail we’d been hiking quickly Although our lives threatened to trap us in dull dramatic increase in school violence during turned to a swiftly flowing stream. The sky lit routine, we escaped. We were in charge of the last decade, without any correlating in- up. Thunder cracked simultaneously. I began our destinies, only us. For a moment the crease in gun purchases, is a testament to to hear the slow cracking of, not thunder but clouds cleared. It seemed as if we could see this.

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.014 E11PT1 E1550 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 11, 2002 Rather, there must be a community effort to markup, I believe that H.R. 5005 should be ington Times that India is sponsoring cross- ensure the safety of our schools and its stu- passed by the House. border terrorism in the Pakistani province of dents. The community of Brownsville under- As you know, H.R. 5005, the Homeland Se- Sindh. This comes at a time when President stands this and teaches responsible gun use, curity Act of 2002, establishes a Department Musharraf of Pakistan is actively helping us in while also promoting tolerance and under- of Homeland Security as an executive depart- the war against terrorism, at substantial risk to standing of others. With support from religious ment of the United States headed by a Sec- himself personally and politically. and civic organizations, Brownsville offers retary of Homeland Security who shall be ap- The organizations Babbar Khalsa Inter- young people positive role models so today’s pointed by the President, with the consent of national (BKI) and the International Sikh Youth students can become tomorrow’s leaders. the Senate. The legislation consolidated 22 Federation (ISYF) have been identified by the Recognizing that it is our individual commu- federal agencies into one new Department re- U.S. government as ‘‘terrorist organizations.’’ nities that set the example everyday for our sponsible for intelligence analysis and dis- The ISYF has been banned in Canada. These young people, we should teach responsibility, semination, science and technology, border organizations have been heavily infiltrated by emphasize faith, and offer age-appropriate en- and transportation security, and emergency the Indian government, to the point that they tertainment and examples of proper behavior preparedness and response. The new depart- are government-controlled organizations. They to our children. It is our duty to lead our chil- ment will also have an office of civil rights and have spawned other organizations designed to dren to the right path; then it is their duty to liberties, critical to ensuring that the govern- embarrass the Sikhs, especially those in the follow that path. ment does not overstep its boundaries. I am Khalistan freedom movement, and blame them With this in mind, Brownsville is working to hopeful that this legislation will provide the for terrorism. reduce school violence by planning ‘‘Violence framework for law enforcement, intelligence, The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam Prevention Week,’’ sponsored by the Browns- health, and other first-line agencies to work to- (LTTE) is another organization that our gov- ville Independent School District, the local law gether to defend our great nation. ernment has labelled ‘‘terrorist.’’ Yet journalist enforcement agencies, the Brownsville Cham- I am disappointed that H.R. 5005 does not Tavleen Singh of India Today, India’s leading ber of Commerce, area civic organizations, include an amendment that I crafted that newsmagazine, reported that the Indian gov- and the local church community. passed unanimously in the Government Re- ernment itself created the LTTE and put up its Events for the week include: a student form Committee. Learned from past lessons, leaders at the most upscale hotel in Delhi. If essay contest about the challenge of school the amendment fixed current problems in our LTTE is a terrorist organization, then India cre- violence, the ‘‘Violence Prevention Fair’’ at a response system and would have allowed fu- ated its terrorism. local mall, and assembly programs and speak- ture sites of attacks to cut through red tape In November 1994, the Indian newspaper ers for middle and high school students about and bureaucracy and receive disaster relief Hitavada reported that the Indian government the issues facing young people today. right away. paid the governor of Punjab, the late Surendra Our honored guest for this special event will I am very concerned that the final product Nath, the equivalent of $1.5 billion to foment be Dave Roever, a Vietnam veteran who has includes troubling provisions that weaken civil terrorist activity in Punjab, Khalistan, and in an intimate understanding of the daily chal- service protections for the new Department’s neighboring Kashmir. In a country where half lenges faced by young people of the 21st employees, undermine Freedom of Information the population lives below the international Century. Act compliance, and disregard the need for poverty line, the supposedly democratic gov- I ask my colleagues to join me in com- accountability for corporations that contract ernment could afford to lay out one and a half mending the community of Brownsville, Texas, with the agency. I strongly encourage the Sen- billion dollars to create state-sponsored ter- for their efforts to work together to reduce gun ate to correct these flaws. rorism. I’m sorry, Mr. Speaker, but I don’t un- violence and build a stronger and safer com- During this time in American history, we derstand how that could happen in a democ- munity. public servants must accept the responsibility racy. f before us. The President of the United States Also in 1994, our own State Department re- has said a Department of Homeland Security ported that the Indian government paid out HOMELAND SECURITY ACT OF 2002 is necessary to improve our nation’s security. more than 41,000 cash bounties to police officers for killing Sikhs. One of them killed a SPEECH OF I agree with him. We have to do everything we can to prevent three-year-old boy and received a bounty for HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY a tragedy like 9/11. We have to make sure we that! A report from the Human Rights Wing OF NEW YORK can respond as quickly as possible to future showed that at least 25,000 Sikhs were ar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES attacks. I hope and pray this new department rested, tortured, murdered, and cremated, then their bodies were declared ‘‘unidentified’’ Friday, July 26, 2002 will do this. I hope and pray we can avoid what my great city has had to live through. and cremated. Two reports, one from the The House in Committee of the Whole Because of these lessons learned, I urge International Human Rights Organization House on the State of the Union had under my colleagues to vote yes on final passage. (IHRO) and the other jointly issued by the consideration the bill (H.R. 5005) to establish f Movement Against State Repression (MASR) the Department of Homeland Security, and and the Punjab Human Rights Organization for other purposes: INDIAN INTELLIGENCE PRO- (PHRO), showed that Indian forces carried out Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, MOTING TERRORISM IN U.S., the massacre of 35 Sikhs in Chithisinghpora in as a member of the United States House of WORLDWIDE—INFILTRATES OR- Kashmir in March 2000. Representatives representing New York City, I GANIZATIONS, CREATES TER- In the excellent book Soft Target, journalists am deeply aware of the profound responsibility RORIST INCIDENTS Brian McAndrew of the Toronto Star and that was thrust upon this government last Sep- Zuhair Kashmeri of the Toronto Globe and tember 11th. It is our responsibility, our most HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS Mail prove that the Indian government itself important responsibility, to keep the American OF NEW YORK carried out the bombing of an Air India airliner people safe from terrorism and violence. We IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in 1985, killing 329 people, then blamed the were not prepared last fall. We should never Sikhs. There is too much good information in be caught unprepared again. Wednesday, September 11, 2002 this book to quote here, but I would like to Addressing this, on June 6, 2002, President Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, a recent intel- quote one statement from the Canadian State Bush called for the creation of a permanent, ligence report states that there are 25,000 Investigative Service which appears in the cabinet-level department of homeland security. agents of the Indian government’s ‘‘Research book: ‘‘If you really want to clear the incidents Even before the President’s announcement, and Analysis Wing’’ (RAW) outside India. quickly, take vans down to the Indian High we as a nation have been struggling to figure While there is nothing wrong with legitimate in- Commission and the consulates in Toronto out new ways to improve the nation’s safety. telligence work, RAW habitually infiltrates or- and Vancouver, load everybody up and take Throughout the debate about the creation of ganizations of minority groups and creates ter- them down for questioning. We know it and this new department, I have been skeptical rorist incidents in order to discredit these they know it that they are involved.’’ that this may just be an exercise in moving groups. Mr. Speaker, this ongoing pattern of ter- boxes around on an organization chart. After The Indian government has recently been rorism against its neighbors and against the examining the bill and listening to my col- declared a violator of religious freedom by the minority peoples living within its borders leagues both on the floor today and during the United States government. On January 2, col- shows that India’s claim to be a secular de- Government Reform Committee hearings and umnist Tony Blankley reported in the Wash- mocracy and an opponent of terrorism is a lie.

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.018 E11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1551 India should be declared a terrorist state and Army during Viet Nam, private investigator, A PROCLAMATION HONORING MR. subjected to appropriate penalties. These and after completing trade school, a welder. AND MRS. DEGENOVA should include a cutoff of U.S. aid to India But his most important job was father of two until the terrorism stops and human rights are sons. HON. ROBERT W. NEY fully enjoyed by all people within the country. Ron Woodgeard believed in people and OF OHIO And we should declare our support for the they believed in him. I believed in him, and I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES freedom movements seeking their freedom from India. By doing these things, we will ad- will miss him. My wife Julianne and I extend Wednesday, September 11, 2002 vance the fight against terrorism in the world our deepest sympathy to his family, and join Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, Whereas, Joseph and help all people to enjoy the basic demo- with them in celebrating the memory of one of and Malvina DeGenova were united in mar- cratic right of self-determination. Georgia’s journalistic heroes. His legacy will riage on August 24, 1933; and As former Senate Majority Leader George live on through the millions of lives he Whereas, Joseph and Malvina DeGenova Mitchell said, ‘‘the essence of democracy is touched. are celebrating 69 years of marriage; and the right to self-determination.’’ It is time for Whereas, Joseph and Malvina DeGenova real democracy in India rather than a contin- f have demonstrated a firm commitment to each ued campaign of terrorism. other; and PAYING TRIBUTE TO WANDA f Whereas, Joseph and Malvina DeGenova SOTHEN must be commended for their loyalty and dedi- IN HONOR OF RONALD MACK cation to their family, consisting of 3 sons, 8 WOODGEARD grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; and HON. SCOTT McINNIS Whereas, Joseph and Malvina DeGenova HON. SAXBY CHAMBLISS OF COLORADO have proven, by their example, to be a model OF GEORGIA for all married couples. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Therefore, I join with the residents of the entire 18th Congressional District of Ohio in con- Wednesday, September 11, 2002 Wednesday, September 11, 2002 gratulating Mr. and Mrs. DeGenova as they Mr. CHAMBLISS. Mr. Speaker, heroes Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate their 69th Wedding Anniversary. come in many shapes and sizes. Over the pay tribute to an outstanding individual who f past 11 months we have celebrated the lives has selflessly contributed her time and energy THE CRANBURY LIONS CLUB of many heroes. We have paid tribute to fire- towards the betterment of her community and men, policemen, public officials, businessmen, MARKS SEPTEMBER 11 her nation. Wanda Sothen, of Durango, Colo- among many others. Their common thread is rado, has donated countless hours to aid the the selfless desire to improve the world people of Durango and its surrounding com- HON. RUSH D. HOLT around them. OF NEW JERSEY munities following this wildfire season. She Today I rise to recognize and pay tribute to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES one of my district’s great heroes who spent his has been a true inspiration to her friends, fam- Wednesday, September 11, 2002 life on the political lines, digging deep into the ily, and community and it is with pleasure that business of Georgia law-making to tell the I applaud her efforts before this body of Con- Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, Wednesday, Sep- story, Mr. Ronald Mack Woodgeard, former gress and this nation. tember 11, 2002 marks the 1st anniversary of Editor of the Macon Telegraph in Macon, When wildfires ravaged Colorado and the the heinous attack on the United States of Georgia. devastation proved too widespread for the America by terrorists. On Saturday, Sep- Ron was known throughout the state, espe- Red Cross and other aid organizations to care tember 14, 2002, the Cranbury Lions Club will cially in Macon, for his fair and balanced jour- for the specific needs of the 1,700 households remember the heroic actions on September nalism. He had a knack for taking a story into displaced by the 70,000 acre Missionary 11th of a Cranbury, New Jersey resident, Mr. the future, not just by giving a play by play de- Ridge fire, Wanda stepped up to meet the Todd Beamer, with the dedication of a memo- scription of events, but by taking the analysis challenge. Recognizing that her friends and rial in the township’s Heritage Park. Mr. Beamer was aboard Flight 93 on September a step further to uncover not only the facts but neighbors needed more than just the basics of 11, 2001 when it was hijacked by terrorists look past the facts to explain what they mean. food and shelter, Wanda founded Helping A friend of the community, Ron earned and and crashed in Western Pennsylvania. Hands, a relief organization based out of Du- The memorial honors the uncommon serv- kept the trust of his neighbors, his co-workers, rango. Starting with only a telephone and a and public figures, including the subjects of his ice of Todd Beamer and his fellow Flight 93 stack of index cards at a desk in the local reports. Many view the role of news reporter passengers whose selfless act of courage mall, Wanda carefully put together every piece to be ‘‘watchdog’’ but this reporter was not saved countless lives and helped reunite our of relief she could find. one out for cold blood, looking to exploit a per- Country. It also provides a permanent symbol son or a situation for the ‘‘scoop’’. He sin- Wanda learned quickly that many residents to underscore the invaluable role of all citizens cerely believed in educating people to improve needed help, and many also had something to in protecting our unalienable rights of Life, Lib- the community and society as a whole. give, the problem was trying to bring everyone erty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. Through his leadership, the Macon Telegraph together. After the creation of Helping Hands The Todd Beamer Memorial contains two was known for representing all sides of its neighbors began to donate items such as can- symbols of strength, a boulder and an oak readership—there was always something for dles, clothing, food, school supplies, along tree. On the boulder is a plaque that reads: everyone on the editorial page. with professional veterinarian services for local ‘‘LET’S ROLL’’ Ron was a dedicated worker and a good animals. Wanda’s understanding of community These are the memorable words spoken by friend of mine, but I call him a hero not only needs extended beyond the ordinary, as ani- Todd Beamer, a Cranbury resident, who was for his years of dedicated service of bringing mals from the size of goldfish to horses found aboard United Flight 93, when it was hi- the news home to south Georgia, but for doing help or homes through her organization. Her jacked by terrorists on September 11, 2001, as he joined with his fellow passengers in a his job while waging a ten year war against a untiring spirit of charity continues to bless the rare form of cancer. Co-workers at the Tele- final act of resistance, sacrificing their lives lives of those affected by the fire as she con- to save countless others. graph remember Ron for pressing on without tinues to turn each donation into a gift of relief. A man described as ordinary to the world, complaint. Pressing on for Ron meant getting Mr. Speaker, I stand today to pay tribute to extraordinary to his family, he shall forever the story while enduring more than 15 major be remembered for his uncommon act of and minor surgeries, three rounds of chemo- Wanda Sothen, a true community activist, be- bravery. This memorial celebrates the faith therapy, and four courses of radiation. To sur- fore this body of Congress and this nation. and heroism of Todd Beamer—husband, fa- vive ten years of this type of treatment and Her diligence in bringing her community to- ther, son, brother, friend, civilian—an Amer- still get the job done takes iron will. Sadly, this gether in the face of crisis, by creating and ican. invisible assailant overcame our soldier and running Helping Hands, has made her an in- Americans have read or heard about the he- took his life Monday, September 9, 2002. spiration to us all. She truly stands as an ex- roic actions of Todd Beamer, and will always Other professional hats of the Editor include ample of American values and civic virtue and remember his simple, inspiring words: ‘‘Let’s college instructor, military policeman for the deserves our praise. Roll’’. As we memorialize his actions and

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.020 E11PT1 E1552 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 11, 2002 words, it is equally important that we reflect on worldwide. He is truly committed to the Army PERSONAL EXPLANATION the life of Todd Beamer. Transformation and continues to market the A native of Illinois, Mr. Beamer was born in need and direction of logistics transformation HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY Glen Ellyn, the middle child of David and at every opportunity. OF NEW YORK Peggy Beamer, and spent his young adult- General Beauchamp is a world-class logisti- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hood in this suburb of Chicago. He was raised cian with an unprecedented understanding of in a caring environment where value was Wednesday, September 11, 2002 logistics at every level—tactical, operational, placed on family, hard work, strength of char- Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, and strategic—and is undoubtedly the Army’s acter, and faith in God. In high school, he on Sept 9 and 10, 2002, I missed rollcall votes most experienced and knowledgeable whole- starred in soccer, basketball and baseball, No. 375, No. 376, No. 377, No. 378, No. 379, sale logistics expert. He has served our nation serving as a team captain. Mr. Beamer contin- No. 380, No. 381, No. 382, and No. 383. ued to excel in athletics at Wheaton College brilliantly and selflessly in numerous logistics Had I been present I would have voted where he earned a degree in business in assignments throughout his career. From Sep- ‘‘yea’’ on these 9 rollcall votes. tember 1999 to November 2000, he served as 1991. He was later awarded an MBA from f DePaul University. the Director of Logistics and Security Assist- In 1993, Mr. Beamer married Lisa Brosious, ance, J–4/J–7 at the United States Central RELEASE OVER 52,000 SIKH POLIT- and they moved to Central New Jersey, soon Command, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. ICAL PRISONERS, STOP ITS RE- settling in Cranbury to start their family. His He was the Commanding General of the U.S. PRESSION AND TERRORISM prior success in athletics and academics was Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Com- mirrored in his professional pursuits on behalf mand, Warren, Michigan from June 1997 to HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS of Oracle Corporation. September 1999. OF NEW YORK Mr. Beamer’s faith and commitment to his Other assignments included: Special Assist- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES church was always evident. He was a member ant to the Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, Wednesday, September 11, 2002 of the Princeton Alliance Church in Plainsboro. the Commander of the Defense Industrial Sup- Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, on August 12, In- He served as a Sunday school teacher, par- ply Center, Philadelphia, and the Commander dian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee will ticipated on the Church softball team, and of the 2nd Support Battalion, 3rd Infantry Divi- meet with President Bush. The next day he mentored young adults. sion, and Germany. During Operation Desert Admired and loved by family, friends, and will speak at the United Nations in New York. Shield/Desert Storm, General Beauchamp was I am sure he will be preaching the principles colleagues, the legacy of Todd Beamer will be the Commander of the 101st Corps Support his unwavering commitment to serving God of democracy and human rights, things that Group, 101st Airborne Division. During this we all support. However, Mr. Vajpayee would and his fellow man. On behalf of all Ameri- tour of duty, his actions in combat were exem- cans, we extend our deepest gratitude to Todd have much more credibility on these issues if plary, ensuring the deep penetration of ground India lived by the principles it preaches. Beamer’s parents, David and Peggy; his wife, and air elements of the 101st Air Assault Divi- Lisa; his three children, David, Drew, and Mor- Unfortunately, India is only a democracy for sion in leading General Schwarzkopf’s famed gan; and his two sisters, Melissa and Michelle. the upper-caste Brahmins. For minorities, it is ‘‘Left Hook’’ strategic envelopment of Iraqi Todd Beamer was a special man who made a repressive state with little freedom. Accord- forces. General Beauchamp’s prior assign- the supreme sacrifice for his country, and left ing to the Movement Against State Repres- ments include three tours with the United a lasting mark on the people whom he sion, India admitted to holding 52,268 political touched. The Todd M. Beamer Foundation will States Army Europe and one tour with the prisoners under the repressive, expired TADA ensure that his selfless act of giving to others United States Forces Korea. law. in need continues in the future. He will be re- General Beauchamp is a native of Florida Recently, it was reported in the Hindu news- membered by all. and a graduate of the University of Nebraska paper that the violence in Gujarat this spring f at Omaha. In 1965, General Beauchamp en- killed over 5,000 Muslims. According to pub- listed in the U.S. Army and later was commis- lished reports, the government orchestrated TRIBUTE TO LIEUTENANT sioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in 1967. He the violence and ordered police not to stop it. GENERAL ROY E. BEAUCHAMP earned a Master of Business Administration This is typical of India’s pattern of repression from the University of Dayton and a Master of against minorities. HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ Arts Degree in Public Administration from The Indian government has murdered over OF TEXAS Central Michigan University. General 250,000 Sikhs since 1984, over 200,000 Christians in Nagaland since 1947, more than IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Beauchamp is also a graduate of the Industrial 85,000 Kashmiri Muslims since 1988, and College of the Armed Forces. Wednesday, September 11, 2002 thousands of other minorities. Over 50,000 Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, one of our nation’s General Beauchamp’s military decorations Sikhs have been made to ‘‘disappear.’’ The great patriots, Lieutenant General Roy E. include: the Defense Distinguished Service Washington Times reported that India admit- Beauchamp, is retiring after 37 years of exem- Medal, the Distinguished Service Medal, the ted that its forces committed the March 2000 plary active military service in the United Defense Superior Service Medal, the Legion massacre of 35 Sikhs in Chithisinghpora. States Army. He served his country with dig- of Merit with 4 Oak Leaf Clusters, the Bronze The former majority leader of the Senate, nity, honor, courage, and integrity. Star Medal, and the Meritorious Service Medal George Mitchell, has said that ‘‘the essence of General Beauchamp concludes his illus- with 5 Oak Leaf Clusters. democracy is the right to self-determination.’’ trious career as the Deputy Commanding Throughout his career, his lovely wife Olivia Yet India has never kept its promise to the UN General, U.S. Army Materiel Command from has loyally supported him, providing loving in 1948 that it would hold a plebiscite in Kash- May 2001 to October 2002, and is retiring as support through 31 moves all over the world. mir. India refuses to do the democratic thing the senior Ordnance officer in the Army. Dur- She, too, epitomizes devotion to country and and allow the people of Nagaland, Khalistan, ing this period, General Beauchamp also the Army, having volunteered countless hun- and the other nations seeking their freedom from Indian rule. Multinational states like India, served as the Army’s Executive Director for dreds of hours at each of her husband’s as- Conventional Ammunition, Single Manager for the Soviet Union, Austria-Hungary, and others signments. On numerous occasions she has Conventional Ammunition. are doomed to eventual collapse. served in positions of responsibility and lead- General Beauchamp has been at the fore- India is a practitioner of terrorism, as an ex- ership in the local family support group infra- front of the AMC Strategic Plan, integrating cellent article by Tim Phares at NewsMax.com structure, working hard to ensure the very best technology, acquisition, and logistics to ensure entitled ‘‘The Terrorism of the Indian Govern- the readiness and capability of today’s U.S. for our military family members. ment’’ demonstrates. The Washington Times Army. He is the strategic and operational de- Mr. Speaker, Lieutenant General reported on January 2 that India sponsors veloper of the Army’s Logistics Modernization Beauchamp deserves the thanks and praise of cross-border terrorism in Sindh, a province of Program and a significant contributor to Single a grateful nation that he faithfully served for so Pakistan. Journalist Tavleen Singh reported in Stock Fund implementation throughout the long. I ask my colleagues to join me in wishing India’s leading news magazine, India Today, Army, a huge endeavor that is saving count- him, Olivia, their son Joshua, daughter-in-law that India itself created the Liberation Tigers of less millions of dollars for the Army and the Bridget, and lovely grandchildren Riley and Tamil Eelam (LTTE), which the U.S. govern- nation by reducing inventory requirements Maggie, all the best in the years ahead. ment has called a ‘‘terrorist organization.’’ It

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.023 E11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1553 paid the late governor of Punjab, Surendra It has a record of repressing minorities that that the bombing had taken place. The book Nath, $1.5 billion to foment covert state ter- undermines its proclamation of democratic quotes an agent of the Canadian State inves- rorist activity in Kashmir and in Punjab, values. tigative Service (CSIS) as saying, ‘‘If you The violence this spring in Gujarat, in Khalistan, according to the Indian newspaper really want to clear the incidents quickly, which over 5,000 people were killed, accord- take vans down to the Indian High Commis- Hitavada. India has recently made deals to ing to The Hindu newspaper, has also height- sion and the consulates in Toronto and Van- provide materials to Iraq. When we are fight- ened tensions. Muslims and other minorities couver, load up everybody and take them ing a war on terrorism, ‘‘the world’s largest de- charge that the violence was stirred up by down for questioning. We know it, and they mocracy’’ is practicing and supporting it. the government to diminish Muslims in know it, that they are involved.’’ Mr. Speaker, we must do something to stop India. In recent months, India has been added to these activities. I hope that President Bush In addition, the pro-Fascist Rashtriya the State Department’s ‘‘watch list’’ of and Secretary General Annan will press Mr. Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS), the parent orga- countries that violate religious freedom. Vajpayee on the issues of political prisoners, nization of the ruling BJP, has recently Some members of Congress have called for called for the majority-Muslim state of violence against minorities, and terrorism. The sanctions against India and for an end to Kashmir to be divided into three states, de- American aid. Some have also endorsed self- U.S. government also has other actions at its spite India’s 1948 pledge to the United Na- determination for the peoples seeking free- disposal. It is time to impose sanctions on tions that it would let the people of Kashmir dom from India through a plebiscite on inde- India and cut off its aid and trade. And the decide their fate in a plebiscite. The major- pendence. While these events seem unlikely U.S. Congress should go on record in support ity-Sikh state of Punjab, Khalistan, the pre- to occur anytime soon, the Indian govern- of self-determination for Khalistan, Kashmir, dominantly Christian state of Nagaland, and ment has held negotiations with the freedom Nagaland, and the other nations seeking their several other states also have strong, active fighters in Nagaland. Home Minister L.K. freedom in South Asia. movements seeking their independence. Advani recently admitted that if Kashmir I would like to insert the article ‘‘The Ter- Human rights organizations report that achieves freedom (which now seems more more than 200,000 Christians in Nagaland rorism of the Indian Government’’ into the likely than ever), it will cause India to break have been killed by the Indian government. apart. Some experts have predicted that RECORD at this time. The book ‘‘The Politics of Genocide,’’ by within a decade, neither India nor Pakistan THE TERRORISM OF THE INDIAN GOVERNMENT Inderjit Singh Jaijee, cites figures from the will exist in their current form. (By Tim Phares) Punjab State Magistracy showing that over The Indian subcontinent will continue to The South Asian subcontinent has been 50,000 Sikhs have been murdered by the In- be a region that bears close attention by called the most dangerous place in the world, dian government since it invaded the Sikhs’ American policymakers. holiest shrine, the Golden Temple, in June and events there over the past few months f seem to confirm this description. While the 1984. danger of war seems to have passed for now, In addition, according to a report by the PERSONAL EXPLANATION India and Pakistan remain on alert and both Movement Against State Repression countries continued to point nuclear-capable (MASR), the Indian government admitted to missiles at each other. Unfortunately, ten- holding 52,268 Sikhs as political prisoners HON. JIM SAXTON sions remain high as each side tries to gain under the repressive, expired TADA law. Ac- OF NEW JERSEY an advantage over the other. Pakistan and cording to Amnesty International, tens of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thousands of other minorities are also being minorities within India’s borders charge that Wednesday, September 11, 2002 India is seeking hegemony in the South held. Asian subcontinent. Certainly is deployment In February, a bipartisan coalition of 42 Mr. SAXTON. Mr. Speaker, regretfully, I was members of the U.S. House of Representa- of new missiles that can reach deep into not present for business before the House on Pakistan and its tests that began the nu- tives, led by Reps. Dan Burton, R–Ind., and Edolphus Towns, D–N.Y., wrote to President September 9, 2002. Had I been here, I would clear escalation in the region suggest that have voted in support of rollcall votes Nos. this may be true. Bush urging him to work for the release of At the recent Asian security conference in these political prisoners. 375, 376, and 377. Kazakhstan, India refused to talk with the In 1994, the U.S. State Department re- f Pakistanis about Kashmir. In 1948, India ported that the Indian government paid out promised to hold a plebiscite on the status of over 41,000 cash bounties to police officers for PERSONAL EXPLANATION Kashmir, but it has never been held. Re- killing members of the Sikh minority. In the cently, the BBC reported that Iraq and India same year, the Indian newspaper Hitavada HON. ANTHONY D. WEINER have signed an agreement to boost trade reported that the Indian government paid OF NEW YORK ties, especially in the oil sector. This comes the late governor of Punjab, Surendra Nath, at a time when the United States may be the equivalent of $1.5 billion to foment ter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES preparing to fight Iraq again. Unfortunately, rorist activity in Punjab and Kashmir. Ac- Wednesday, September 11, 2002 this is consistent with India’s pattern of be- cording to human rights groups, Indian havior. forces have killed over 80,000 Muslims in Mr. WIENER. Mr. Speaker, I was unavoid- India now tries to create the impression Kashmir and thousands of other minorities, ably detained in my district on Tuesday, Sep- that it supports the United States, but its including Dalit ‘‘untouchables,’’ Tamils and tember 10, 2002, and missed rollcall votes long record says otherwise. The May 18, 1999, others. 378, 379 and 380. 1 would like the record to issue of the Indian Express reported that MASR also co-sponsored with the Punjab indicate how I would have voted had I been George Fernandes, the defense minister, or- Human Rights Organization an investigation of the March 2000 massacre of 35 Sikhs in present. ganized and led a meeting with the ambas- For rollcall vote No. 378, On Closing Por- sadors from Red China, Cuba, Russia, Yugo- Chithisinghpora. It concluded that Indian slavia, Libya and Iraq to discuss setting up a forces carried out the massacre. A separate tions of the Conference on H.R. 5010, I would security alliance ‘‘to stop the U.S.’’ investigation conducted by the International have voted ‘‘aye.’’ India had a long-term friendship with the Human Rights Organization came to the For rollcall vote No. 379, on the Motion to former Soviet Union and supported its inva- same conclusion. Retired General Narinder Instruct Conferees on H.R. 3210, I would have sion of Afghanistan, yet it has shown little Singh has said that ‘‘Punjab is a police voted ‘‘aye.’’ support for the United States in its war on state.’’ For rollcall vote No. 380, on approving the The book ‘‘Soft Target,’’ written by Cana- terrorism. On Jan. 2, Tony Blankley wrote in Journal, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ the Washington Times that India is spon- dian journalists Zuhair Kashmeri of the To- soring cross-border terrorism in the Paki- ronto Globe and Mail and Brian McAndrew of f stani province of Sindh. Journalist Tavleen the Toronto Star, shows that India blew up TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF ESTER its own airliner in 1985, killing 329 people, ap- Singh has reported in India’s leading news MATA magazine, India Today, that the Indian gov- parently in order to blame Sikhs for the ernment created the Liberation Tigers of atrocity and create a pretext for more vio- Tamil Eelam (LTTE), which the U.S. govern- lence against them. The book shows that the HON. JOE BACA ment has identified as a ‘‘terrorist organiza- Indian consul general in Toronto pulled his OF CALIFORNIA tion.’’ daughter off the flight shortly before it was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The government also has taken quiet, im- due to depart. An auto dealer who was a plicit control of two Sikh organizations, friend of the consul general also canceled his Wednesday, September 11, 2002 Babbar Khalsa International and the Inter- reservation at the last minute. Surinder Mr. BACA. Mr. Speaker, I would like to pay national Sikh Youth Federation, which the Singh, director of North American Affairs United States also has designated as ‘‘ter- for the External Affairs office in New Delhi, tribute to the life of Esther Mata, a beloved rorist organizations.’’ also canceled his reservation on that flight. community member. India’s implicit support for terrorist activ- The consul general also called to finger a Esther took much pride in her cherished ity is consistent with its internal behavior. suspect in the case before the public knew San Bernardino community. Being a long time

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.027 E11PT1 E1554 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 11, 2002 resident of San Bernardino she attended San ginia’s 10th District Democratic Committee grade school basketball were just two of the Bernardino High School and San Bernardino and Virginia’s 11th District Democratic Com- recipients of the Council’s largesse. Since the Valley College. Her love for the city and its mittee allowed these organizations to grow opening of Powers High School the Council people was deeply rooted. She was the quin- and prosper under his watchful eye. A strong has continued its support of its athletic depart- tessential community activist for despite chal- union supporter till the end, Wayne also ment. At the grade school level the Council lenges, she continued to fight for services to played a big role with the American Federation has focused on the development of the girls be implemented in the community. Her pres- of Government Employees, serving as their volleyball and baseball teams. ence and efforts in the community was a vital trusted treasurer for many years. In 1955 the Dunigan Council took on the source in motivating people and enhancing the Wayne’s wisdom, patient nature and role of mothering new councils. A total of nine community. unshakable spirit were able to overcome ob- councils have spun off from Council 695. The Esther devoted her life to improve the liveli- stacles that would have stopped most people Davison Council was the first, followed by the hood of her fellow community members in their tracks. Loved by many and respected Mt. Morris Council. In the early 1990s the through her civic engagement and involve- by all, Wayne exemplified the well-rounded Dunigan Council was invited by Father Doug- ment. Some of her accomplishments include family man, civic, and political leader whose las Osborn to make its home at St. John serving as President of the Inland Empire His- insatiable thirst for life provided a role model Vianney. The Choral group that was an off- panic Chamber of Commerce, President of to us all. Wayne Buckle’s lifelong devotion to shoot of the Council in 1966 has grown to the Sinfonia Mexicana, and President of the Inland improving the lives of the disadvantaged and Singing Knights. This group now incorporates Counties Hispanic Roundtable. She was San dispossessed epitomizes FDR’s quote that members from several councils and has per- Bernardino’s catalyst to progress. Her passion ‘‘the test of our progress is not whether we formed at functions for many years. enabled her to make great contributions that add more to the abundance of those who In keeping with the principles of the Knights will never be forgotten. One of her most mem- have much; it is whether we provide enough of Columbus, the Dunigan Council has de- orable contributions was garnering an $87,000 for those who have too little.’’ Those of us who cided to make their anniversary celebration a grant from the county to assess Hispanic busi- knew him will miss his gentle and not-so- project to assist Boysville. I ask the House of ness in the area. gentle reminders that we can be better than Representatives to join me in commending the Esther passed away on Saturday, August we think we can be. We will miss you dearly men of the Patrick R. Dunigan Council 695 31, 2002. She is survived by her son, Malcolm Wayne, but your legacy will not be forgotten. Knights of Columbus, for their devotion to their Mata; three daughters Sylvia Zicafoose, f faith, their support of the next generation Bernardine Leutz, and Desiree Forshay; two through building athletic programs, and their brothers Raymond and Louie Lopez; and sis- HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVER- tireless assistance to the less fortunate. I con- ter Braulia Ortega. Her family, innumerable SARY OF THE MSGR. PATRICK gratulate them for 100 years of hard work and friends, and the entire community will miss her DUNIGAN KNIGHTS OF COLUM- spiritual growth. BUS COUNCIL greatly. f And so Mr. Speaker, I submit this memorial to be included in the archives of the history of HON. DALE E. KILDEE PAYING TRIBUTE TO FAYE this great nation, for individuals like Esther are OF MICHIGAN FLEMING unique in their generous contributions to this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES country. Wednesday, September 11, 2002 HON. SCOTT McINNIS f OF COLORADO Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I ask the House IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN MEMORY OF WAYNE FORD of Representatives to join me in congratulating BUCKLE the Monsignor Patrick R. Dunigan Council Wednesday, September 11, 2002 695, Knights of Columbus, upon their 100th Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a sol- HON. JAMES P. MORAN Anniversary. The Knights will be celebrating emn heart that I take this opportunity to pay OF VIRGINIA this event with Mass followed by a reception respect to the passing of Faye Fleming at the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on September 14th in my hometown of Flint. age of fifty-nine. Faye served ten years in the I have been a member of the Dunigan Council Colorado House of Representatives, rep- Wednesday, September 11, 2002 for several years and will be joining the other resenting House District 31, which included Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise Knights at this auspicious occasion. Western Adams, Southern Weld and Eastern today to pay tribute to the life of a good man, The Knights of Columbus were founded in Boulder Counties from 1982 to 1984 and from and an inspirational Virginian, Mr. Wayne Ford 1882 with the principles of charity, unity, fra- 1986 to 1994. During her legislative tenure, Buckle. Wayne was a selfless patriot and ternity and patriotism. In 1902, Council 695 Faye served as Chairman of the House Trans- civic-minded community leader who contrib- was organized in Flint on September 14th of portation and Energy Committee and Joint uted greatly to the Northern Virginia area. that year. The oldest Knights of Columbus Transportation Legislation Review Committee. Wayne Buckle left us on March 24, 2002, Council in Genesee County, the Dunigan She was an innovative leader and played a but what he gave during his 85 years will re- Council has from its beginning held the prin- key role in the implementation of the Colorado main a lasting legacy. As a lifelong and char- ciple of charity foremost in its activities. Help- Clean Air Act and the state’s underground peter member of the Church of the Brethren in ing its members cope during the Depression, troleum storage tank remediation program. Arlington, Virginia, Wayne Buckle and his wife they provided assistance for the families of the Faye Fleming was a remarkable woman and Wilma led by example, actively participating in unemployed. It was at this time that Monsignor her accomplishments most certainly deserves many facets of the life of the church. In 1960, Patrick R. Dunigan befriended the Council and the recognition of this body of Congress and Wayne achieved distinction by serving as the provided them with a foundation for their chari- this nation. first lay District Moderator in the Church. One table work. As pastor of St. Michael Catholic Faye was born on February 19, 1943 in program that Wayne especially enjoyed focus- Church he saved the Council from dissolving Johnson City, New York. She attended Iowa ing his energies on was the District Camping by providing a meeting place at the parish. In Weslyan College and the University of Colo- program. Wayne frequently gave his time as a 1955 the Council was named in his honor to rado at Boulder prior to receiving her B.A. camp counselor and was deeply involved in commemorate the many years of guidance from Metropolitan State College in Denver. the development and growth of Shepherds and support he gave to its members. Before her legislative career, Faye held nu- Spring, the Church of the Brethren Youth The Council became a supporter of merous civic positions including Chairman of Camp in the Mid-Atlantic District. Boysville in 1947 and in 1953 the Council Adams County Planning Commission, member Perhaps Wayne Buckle was best known for played a role in rebuilding the Beecher District of the Adams County Head Start Policy Coun- his fierce loyalty to his beloved Democratic after the devastating tornado struck that area. cil, and President of Adams County League of Party. A member of the Mason District Demo- Participating in the program to assist the men- Women Voters. Faye is survived by her hus- cratic Committee of Fairfax County since tally retarded started in 1967, the Dunigan band, Larry French of Thornton, Colorado, her 1956, Wayne remained a dedicated standard Council has assisted in raising millions of dol- son, Dr. Andrew Barnard of Alana, Maine; and bearer for the party all his life. For over two lars across the state. her daughter, Heather Schultze of San Fran- decades, his prowess as alternating treasurer Support for Catholic school athletic pro- cisco. for the Mason District Democratic Committee, grams was started in the 1940s. The Catholic Mr. Speaker, Faye Fleming was a remark- the Northern Virginia Democratic Club, Vir- League high school football program, and able woman whose leadership and goodwill

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.031 E11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1555 towards her fellow Coloradans inspired many would be dead!’’ I didn’t believe what he said hind these tears. And may, maybe and whose good deeds certainly deserve the because the teacher acted like nothing hap- you’ll appear, somehow whisper in my recognition of this body of Congress. Faye’s pened. Also, I wouldn’t trust that kid. So as ear (my ear, my ear!) the day went on, I felt weird. You know like CHORUS departure leaves a gap in many hearts but her when you know that something is wrong, but If you were just standing here, I could erase memory will surely survive in the lives of those you really don’t think about it? At eighth these tears of mine! And all these who knew her. Faye Fleming committed her period, around 1:30 p.m., an announcement words would disappear, oh! Standing- life in the service of her state, and I join many came on saying there is a ‘‘little accident’’ daddy’s little girl (just); Standing in New York—and if we get home and one of others in mourning Faye’s loss and celebrating (yeah)-daddy’s little girl . . . our parents are not there, we should not her life. Can it, can it be, that the wind is guiding worry. If you get scared, we should call 911 or f me! Daddy are you there? ‘cause I’ve, talk to the police. That’s when I got scared. I’ve looked everywhere I need, I need When I was walking down the hallway, I al- CENTRAL NEW JERSEY SHARES you! What should, what should I do! most started crying, but held back my tears. THE ACCOUNT OF TRADE CEN- And may, maybe you’ll appear, some- When I got in the car to go home, my neigh- TER VICTIM FAMILY MEMBER how whisper in my ear (my ear, my bor who drives me tried to get one of my SARAH VAN AUKEN ear!) classmates to stop talking about the announcement. She was obviously trying to CHORUS HON. RUSH D. HOLT stay away from the subject. Then, when we If you were just standing here, I could erase OF NEW JERSEY got to that boy’s house, his dad started talk- these tears of mine! And all these IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing about it. He didn’t say what happened, words would disappear! I just want to but gave me a weird look. I got home and find you, but there’s nothing I can do. Wednesday, September 11, 2002 saw my grandparents’ car. I knew they Where do you roam? i just want you Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to weren’t supposed to be there. I saw my mom HOME!!!! share with you an article written by Sarah Van with a tear stained face, and I ran up to her Standing-daddy’s little girl (just); Standing Auken, 13 year-old daughter of World Trade and she didn’t have to tell me. I just cried. (yeah)-daddy’s little girl . . . From that day on, nothing has been the Center victim Kenneth Van Auken. It was pub- same. Nobody has treated me the same. No- f lished last week in her local newspaper, and body wanted to talk about it—yet they it presents a straightforward account of how couldn’t help asking me questions about HONORING REV. JUAN MARTINEZ the nightmare of September 11 unfolded be- what had happened, and how I was doing. AS HE CELEBRATES HIS 40th fore the eyes of a young person who found When I knew for sure, after three days, that PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY herself thrust suddenly onto the front lines of my father was dead, I cried harder than I a war she didn’t even know was taking place. have ever cried in my life. My father, my su- HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO It shows us not just how deeply painful and perman, was dead. We had a memorial, and went on ‘‘Oprah.’’ I wouldn’t eat. I couldn’t OF CONNECTICUT terrifying it is for a child to lose a parent, but sleep in my own bed. I would cry about the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES also how this young women’s own feelings of smallest things. I was wearing one of his fear, confusion and uncertainty as the day un- shirts, to feel close to him. I was looking at Wednesday, September 11, 2002 folded were magnified by that fact that she family pictures, Of course, I was still crying. Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great saw just the same feelings among the adults I couldn’t figure out what would make me pleasure that I rise today to extend my sincere around her. Sarah Van Auken’s life since that stop being so depressed and irritable. I had congratulations to my dear friend, Reverend day became a swirling tapestry of endless to get it out. I wanted to scream, run, Juan Martinez, as the congregation of the tears, helpless longing for her father, and new- jump—but I couldn’t. I just didn’t have the strength. I cried too much. Door of Salvation Pentecostal Church honors found celebrity born of the worst set of cir- So, I did what I usually did to get out my him on his 40th pastoral anniversary. This is cumstances she could possibly have imag- feelings: I wrote a song. I sang it to my mom a tremendous milestone for Reverend Mar- ined. Out of her pain, she wrote a song in and she called my godmother, who called her tinez and for the community he has served for honor and memory of her father. The song brother in-law, who told me to record myself the last four decades. paints a picture that perhaps we all might see singing and send it to him. Exactly a month One of the eldest Hispanic ministers in New ourselves within. A picture of a person, stand- after Sept. 11, I recorded it in a studio. The Haven, Reverend Martinez has been an active song titled ‘‘Daddy’s Little Girl’’ was on a ing, quietly, waiting, listening for the faintest and vocal member of our community since his sound on the wind of the guiding hand that will local radio station twice, once in California and on ‘‘Larry King Weekend.’’ I always arrival. Upon making his home in New Haven, come back and show us show how to get wanted publicity because I wanted to be fa- Reverend Martinez established the church through this, the guiding hand that we can mous—but not this way. Today I am still known as ‘‘Iglesia Peurta de Salvacion’’ which grasp so that we’ll find ourselves together crying, when nobody’s around. I think about has flourished under his leadership. Through- again, safely, home. This has been a year of what happened constantly, but can’t really out the last half century, the Hispanic popu- deep searching and painful discovery for us talk about it. And though I may sound self- lation has grown at a rapid rate and we have all, and I would like to share Sarah Van ish, somehow I think nobody knows how I been fortunate to have Reverend Martinez Auken’s account of it with you. really feel. My life is turned upside down. The things I used to do I either can’t do any- working so diligently in our community. This past year has been very hard for me. more, or I’ve lost interest, or they seem so As the pastor for 40 years, Reverend Mar- You see, my father, Kenneth Van Auken, was much harder. I’m trying to ‘‘move on,’’ but I tinez has ministered to the spiritual needs of in the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. don’t want to. My mind has accepted that hundreds in the Hill community—strengthening No, he did not escape—but he did leave a he’s dead, but my heart hasn’t. And some- message saying, ‘‘I love you. I’m in the our bonds of faith and helping to build strong- how, I don’t think my heart will. Because I’ll World Trade Center. The building was hit by er neighborhoods of which we can all be never stop crying, not in a million years. proud. As a community leader he has em- something. I don’t know if I’m going to get Sometimes, it will hit me that he’s gone out but I love you very much. I—I hope I’ll forever—that he’s never coming home. I re- bodied the spirit and values of our great na- see you later. Bye.’’ That was the single cently had a Bat Mitzvah. It was very hard, tion. Today, Reverend Martinez continues most horrible thing I had ever heard in my just like the 11th of every month is hard, and down his chosen path—providing counsel and life. He was trying to stay calm for us—try- Father’s day, my mom’s birthday, my broth- offering solace and guidance to those most in ing to let his last words be ‘‘I love you.’’ er’s birthday, my birthday, my dad’s birth- need. With his unparalleled dedication and tal- Somehow, I wish I could go back in time and day, and most of all next week’s Sept. 11 an- ent, he has made a real difference in the lives erase all that happened. Maybe even stop niversary. I know most of the teens that are him from going to work. I wish I could have of many. reading this might often think about what it Throughout his lifetime, Reverend Martinez one last goodbye. But I guess it’s too much would be like if you lost a parent. I used to to ask. wonder, too. Except now I don’t wonder, I has exemplified the qualities we need in our You’re most likely wondering how I found know. community leaders. I am proud to join his wife, out. Well, I was having a regular day at DADDY’S LITTLE GIRL Maria, his six children, family, friends, and the school. You know, boring—yet I was with my congregation of the Door of Salvation Pente- friends. Anyway, I was in study hall minding (By Sarah Van Auken) my own business when someone yelled out, Standing-daddy’s little girl (just); Standing costal Church in extending my warmest con- ‘‘Is it true that a plane crashed into the (yeah)-daddy’s little girl . . . gratulations as he celebrates his 40th pastoral World Trade Center?’’ Knowing my dad I wonder, wonder through the trees, blow the anniversary. His good work and invaluable worked there, I wrote a note to my friend wind, blow the wind to me. Control, contributions have left an indelible mark on next to me saying, ‘‘If that’s true, my dad controlling my fears, somewhere, be- our community.

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K11SE8.002 E11PT1 E1556 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 11, 2002 IN MEMORY OF CHIEF WARRANT though not simple, for processors to employ PONY League was founded 1951, and since OFFICER CHARLES STANLEY the most fail-safe system of all—irradiation. Al- then over 5 million young athletes have partici- ready in wide use in the food industry, it can pated. There are now 28,500 teams through- HON. STEVE C. LaTOURETTE extend shelf life as well as destroy the patho- out the United States and 12 other countries. OF OHIO gens which seem to survive despite inspection I have always been supportive of this League, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES efforts. Its use needs better acceptance in the the Norwalk PONY-Colt League, since my red meat industry, and especially from those own sons played in it decades ago. I am very Wednesday, September 11, 2002 activists who claim to have the best interests proud of all of the young people who have Mr. LATOURETTE. Mr. Speaker, on Friday, of consumers at heart.’’ participated this season and many other sea- Chief Warrant Officer Charles I. Stanley was The Food and Drug Administration has ap- sons, but particularly the 2002 world cham- laid to rest with full military honors at Arlington proved irradiation for the control of pathogenic pions from Norwalk, California. Congratula- National Cemetery. It had been 33 years since micro-organisms in red meat. The FDA con- tions. the Army helicopter he was piloting crashed in cluded that irradiation reduced disease-caus- f bad weather in South Vietnam during the Viet- ing microbes and did not compromise the nu- nam War. A search and rescue mission to find tritional quality of treated products. While the PERSONAL EXPLANATION Stanley and six others on the helicopter fol- U.S. food supply is generally very safe, we lowing the crash had been unsuccessful. must continue to seek improved methods of HON. WES WATKINS For more than three decades, Stanley’s ensuring this safety. Irradiation is one of these OF OKLAHOMA family was unsure of his fate, and wondered methods. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES if he would always be classified as MIA and if f Wednesday, September 11, 2002 their grief would have no end. Finally, in No- vember of 2000, several years after a crash TRIBUTE TO THE PONY LEAGUE Mr. WATKINS. Mr. Speaker, I missed three site was identified, Stanley’s remains were TERM OF NORWALK, CALIFORNIA rollcall votes on September 9, 2002, because positively verified through DNA analysis. His I was attending meetings in my Congressional burial at Arlington National Cemetery, our na- HON. GRACE F. NAPOLITANO District. Had I been present, I would have tion’s most hallowed ground, took place last OF CALIFORNIA voted ‘‘aye’’ for rollcall votes 375, 376, and week and finally gave his beloved family some IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 377. closure after decades of uncertainty. Wednesday, September 11, 2002 f Stanley grew up in Highland Heights, OH. PAYING TRIBUTE TO MARSHALL He was a graduate of Mayfield High School Mrs. NAPOLITANO. Mr. Speaker, I am DUANE SHERMAN and attended Ohio State University before en- bursting with pride today as I rise to honor an listing in the Army in 1968. He was just 23 extraordinary group of young athletes, the years old at the time of his death. PONY (Protecting Our Nation’s Youth) League HON. SCOTT McINNIS Stanley is survived by a brother, Ronald Team of Norwalk, California, my hometown. OF COLORADO Stanley of Highland Heights, a sister, Carol On August 24, this team completed its IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES undefeated competition in the 2002 PONY Subel, a Chagrin Falls resident, and many Wednesday, September 11, 2002 other family members. Sadly, Stanley’s mother League World Series in Washington, Pennsyl- and father both passed before learning of their vania, with a commanding 10–0 victory over Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to son’s fate. Levittown, Puerto Rico, to become the world take this opportunity to pay tribute to the life At Stanley’s funeral last week, about 50 champions. Norwalk became the first United and memory of Marshall Duane ‘‘Whitey’’ family members, friends and Vietnam veterans States team since 1999 to win the PONY Sherman, a longtime resident of Kremmling, gathered at Arlington to pay their last respect League World Series, and the third California Colorado. Mr. Sherman lived an extraordinary and to give this military hero a long overdue team in six years to win the title. life and accomplished many things, he began farewell. There was a chapel service at Fort After defeating tournament host Washington his career as a lineman with the Estes Park Myers and then a graveside burial at Arling- by a 11–7 score on the second night of com- Light and Power Company. Soon after, he ton, complete with a three-gun volley, a flag petition, Norwalk cruised through the 13-game worked as a consultant and inspector for var- presentation and the performance of Taps by tournament with convincing victories over Ha- ious power companies throughout the state in- a lone bugler. gerstown, Md. (11–0), Port Neches, Texas cluding the Department of Energy. On behalf of the 19th Congressional District (11–4), and finally Levittown (10–0). The Despite his busy career, Mr. Sherman also of Ohio, I extend my condolences to Stanley’s championship win ended their dominating four- managed to find time to make significant con- family. I am pleased that you finally were able game performance, in which the Norwalk team tributions within his community and throughout to give your brother the burial that befits him outscored their opponents by a combined the State of Colorado. A cordial and respon- as a war hero, and that you have gained score of 43–11. sible individual, Mr. Sherman spent much of some closure in this painful chapter of your We are often bombarded by negative stories his free time as a mentor to Colorado’s future lives. Please know that Charles Stanley’s he- about our young people involving violence and generations. He served as a 4–H leader and roic service and sacrifice for our nation are ap- drugs. I ask my colleagues to join me in ac- was involved in a number of church youth preciated and will never be forgotten. knowledging this each of the young people on summer programs. Mr. Sherman also served on a host of other organizations that became f this team who have done something so positive in working together to reach this out- influential to the welfare of the Kremmling FOOD SAFETY REQUIRES MULTI- standing achievement: Art Gonzalez, Jimmy community. He was president of the Middle PRONGED APPROACH, INCLUDING Buentello, Frankie Lucero, Johnny Perez, Ga- Park Fair Board for ten years, served on the IRRADIATION briel Schwulst, Danny Dutch, Miguel Flores, Kremmling Hospital board of directors, was Jesus Cabral, Tony Zarco, Jamil Acosta, the president of the West Grand Education HON. DOUG BEREUTER Eddie Murray, George Sanchez, Richard Foundation, and was active in many groups OF NEBRASKA Melendrez, Anthony Topete and Victor within the Kremmling Community Church IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Sanchez. where he was a member. I also want to recognize the team’s manager Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I Wednesday, September 11, 2002 and coaches, Ruben Velazquez, George take the time to pay tribute to a man that has Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, the recent re- Sanchez and Tony Rivas, as well as the par- epitomized what it means to be a benefactor call of ground beef highlights the need for in- ents of the players, who all played important of his state and a role model for future gen- creased attention to food safety and the roles in the team’s success this season. Vol- erations to emulate. He was a decent, hard means to achieve it. An editorial in the August unteers like these are the backbone of the working American who found the time to help 2, 2002, Norfolk Daily News, discusses the PONY League, and without them the participa- others and helped to make the Town of need to utilize a variety of approaches to fur- tion and success of our young athletes would Kremmling, Colorado a better place to live. My ther ensure safety. This includes adequate in- not be possible. condolences go out to the Sherman family, his spection at the plant and proper food prepara- The PONY League provides an excellent wife Geneva and their sons Marshall, Mike, tion. In addition, the editorial states that ‘‘the opportunity for 13 and 14-year-olds throughout and Rich. Although the loss of Mr. Sherman Federal government has made it possible, the world to enjoy competitive baseball. The will be deeply felt throughout the Kremmling

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11SE8.036 E11PT1 September 11, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1557 community, there is solace in knowing that his On Rollcall vote No. 375, H.R. 5157 offered to raise the level of a local lake to accommo- life has made an impression that will tran- by Representative DON YOUNG, on Federal date the plant’s needs. scend his death for many years to come. Transit Formula Grants Flexibilty, had I been WES WATKINS led the effort to help fledgling f able to be present I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ rural businesses succeed by helping create On Rollcall vote No. 376, H. Con. Res. 401 the nation’s first rural business incubators in PERSONAL EXPLANATION offered by Representative DON YOUNG recog- his district. And he worked with Oklahoma’s nizing the heroism and courage displayed by career and technology education system to HON. TAMMY BALDWIN airline flight attendants each day, had I been create rural distance-learning centers to help OF WISCONSIN able to be present I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ bridge the digital divide between urban and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES On Rollcall vote No. 377, H. Res. 516 of- rural areas by bringing technology training di- Wednesday, September 11, 2002 fered by Representative NORTHUP congratu- rectly to his rural constituents. lating the Valley Sports American Little Thanks in large part to WES WATKINS’ ef- Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. Speaker, on Wednesday League Baseball Team from Louisville, Ken- forts, southeastern Oklahoma—once known September 4, 2002, I missed two votes due to tucky, for their outstanding performance in the for its welfare dependency—is now developing flight delays. Although I received the appro- Little League World Series, had I been able to into one of the fastest growing areas of our priate leave of absence from the House, I wish be present I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ state. to inform my colleagues and constituents of On Rollcall vote No. 378, H.R. 5010 offered In addition to his economic development ef- the 2nd District of Wisconsin on how I in- by Representative JERRY LEWIS to close por- forts in rural Oklahoma, WES WATKINS has tended to vote on the roll call votes that I tions of the conference on the Defense Appro- earned a reputation as a strong supporter of missed. priations bill, had I been able to be present, I our state’s agriculture and energy industries. On Roll Call vote 371, I would have voted would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ He has worked to improve rural health care No. On Roll Call vote 372, I would have voted On Rollcall vote No. 379, H.R. 3210 offered and education. WES WATKINS has been an Aye. by Representative OXLEY to instruct conferees, outspoken advocate for our nation’s veterans f had I been able to be present, I would have and for a strong national defense. He has ob- MISSOURI’S #1 YOUNG BASEBALL voted ‘‘aye.’’ tained funding for countless economic infra- TEAM On Rollcall vote No. 380, on approving the structure projects like road construction, air- Journal, had I been able to be present, I port improvements, and water development in HON. IKE SKELTON would have voted ‘‘nay.’’ his rural district. And WES WATKINS’ efforts to f ensure Oklahoma’s former Indian lands were OF MISSOURI eligible for federal Indian land tax incentives IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE WES have provided Oklahoma with one of the best Wednesday, September 11, 2002 WATKINS industrial recruitment tools in America. Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, let me take With twenty years of experience in the this means to congratulate and pay tribute to HON. FRANK D. LUCAS House, WES WATKINS is the dean of Okla- the Blue Springs Indians baseball team of OF OKLAHOMA homa’s House delegation. His leadership and Blue Springs, MO. These young players have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wisdom will be greatly missed not just by his distinguished themselves, the Blue Springs Wednesday, September 11, 2002 many admiring colleagues, but by his district, community and the State of Missouri with out- his state, and his nation. Mr. LUCAS of Oklahoma. Mr. Speaker, standing conduct on and off the field. Thank you WES, for your many years of The Blue Springs Indians are the #1 base- today Oklahoma’s delegation to the United service and for a job well done. Your friends ball team in Missouri in the 8 years old and States Congress pays tribute to our friend and in Oklahoma’s congressional delegation wish under USSSA Missouri League. The team colleague, the distinguished gentleman from you the best of health and continued success managed this feat by winning the Missouri Oklahoma, WES WATKINS. in the years to come. Following twenty years of service in the State Championship Tournament. The Indians f finished 11th in the World Series and are House, WES WATKINS is leaving Congress at PAYING TRIBUTE TO JOE ranked #15 in the nation. the end of this term. His service on behalf of ULIBARRI The Blue Springs Indians are Taylor ‘‘Tator Oklahoma’s Third Congressional District spans Tot’’ Cross, Luke ‘‘Biscuit’’ Crabb, Cole ‘‘Little parts of four decades: From 1977 to 1991 as Man’’ Erwin, Nate ‘‘Bear’’ Goff, Nick ‘‘G-Man’’ a Democrat, and from 1997 to the present as HON. SCOTT McINNIS Gulotta, Gehrig ‘‘Lou’’ Hudson, Landon ‘‘Boot’’ a Republican. OF COLORADO Mason, Steven ‘‘Sully’’ Sullivan, Logan Those of us who have had the honor to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES serve and work with WES WATKINS know him ‘‘Mowgs’’ Taylor, Brett ‘‘T-Rex’’ Valentine, Wednesday, September 11, 2002 Trevor ‘‘T-Bone’’ Wescott, and Andrew ‘‘Ac- to be one of the hardest working and most tion’’ Wright. dedicated members of the Congress. Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Mr. Speaker, these young ball players have The Third District of Oklahoma has been take this opportunity to pay tribute to Judge played a wonderful season of baseball and one of the most rural, economically distressed Joe Ulibarri of Pueblo, Colorado and recog- have made their friends and family proud. I areas of the nation, and WES WATKINS has nize his contributions and service to his com- am certain that my colleagues will join me in made it his mission to lay the foundation for munity. After twenty-three years in the Pueblo wishing the Blue Springs Indians all the best. private sector economic development and job Municipal Court, Judge Ulibarri has retired. growth in his district. Throughout his tenure, Judge Ulibarri has f Whether he was recruiting potential employ- made a number of important rulings, notably PERSONAL EXPLANATION ers or seeking federal funding for basic infra- his 1991 decision that allowed the Municipal structure that most of the country takes for Court to accept juvenile citations and relieve HON. JERRY WELLER granted—like paved roads and running the state Court of their backlog, leading to the OF ILLINOIS water—WES WATKINS has always placed the expeditious handling of juvenile cases in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES needs of his constituents first on his priority Pueblo. The career and accomplishments of list. Joe Ulibarri are a testament to fine public Wednesday, September 11, 2002 When traditional financing couldn’t be ar- service and most certainly deserve the rec- Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, due to unavoid- ranged for businesses to expand or locate in ognition of this body of Congress and this na- able circumstances, I was forced to take a his district, WES WATKINS helped found Rural tion. medical leave of absence from the House of Enterprises of Oklahoma, a non-profit eco- Judge Joe Ulibarri was born on July 31, Representatives from 12:00 p.m. on Sep- nomic development organization that in the 1943 and was educated at Southern Colorado tember 5, 2002, until 12:00 p.m. on Sep- past twenty years has financed more than State College where he received an Associate tember 10, 2002. I respectfully request that $200 million in business loans for rural Okla- of Arts degree in Social Studies and English. how I would have voted had I been able to be homa. When a potential business recruit told He went on to study law at the University of present for votes be submitted and accepted him there was not an ample water supply to Denver School of Law, where he received his into the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD at an appro- locate a coal-fueled electric power plant in his Juris Doctorate degree in 1970. Following priate place as follows: district, WES WATKINS obtained federal funding graduation he earned a job as a staff attorney

VerDate Sep<04>2002 05:20 Sep 12, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K11SE8.003 E11PT1 E1558 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 11, 2002 working for the Mexican-American Legal De- Congress in 1976 and served until his retire- and the American people are better served fense and Educational Fund in Denver, Colo- ment in 1992. Among other assignments he through the diligence and determination of rado. In 1979, Judge Ulibarri became the As- was a member of the Ways and Means Com- public servants, like Don, who have dedicated mittee where he was instrumental in draft- sistant Municipal Judge for the City of Pueblo, their lives to serving the needs of others. I am ing certain significant changes to the in- and after ten years was promoted to the posi- come tax law. confident that Don’s life will continue to serve tion of Presiding Municipal Judge. In retire- It is probably very rare when two members as a model for future generations on how one ment, Joe plans to spend more time with his of the same high school class serve together individual can serve his community and posi- new granddaughter, Noelle Elora, who was in this House, as Don and I did in the 97th tively influence others around him. Our born January 3, 2002. Joe also hopes to travel Congress. It was my privilege to have been thoughts and prayers are with Don’s family with his lovely wife Juanita and perhaps even Don’s classmate at Jesup W. Scott High and friends during this difficult time. We wish return to teaching part-time. School in Toledo, Ohio from which he and I them the very best. Mr. Speaker, it is a great privilege that I rec- graduated in 1949. Don was elected president of the senior class, a position he forfeited in ognize Judge Joe Ulibarri and his selfless con- favor of being the editor of the school paper, f tributions to our legal system and to his com- because school rules prohibited the holding IN MEMORY OF FAY LATHAM munity. Joe has worked hard throughout his of two major offices. I know that Don re- career and it is my honor to bring forth his ac- ceived many honors; among those was his complishment before this body of Congress election in 1981 as a charter member of the HON. J. RANDY FORBES and this nation. Good luck to you Joe in all school’s Hall of Fame. All of the ’49ers will OF VIRGINIA your future endeavors. miss him greatly. From high school Don went on to Ohio IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f University and from there pursued graduate Wednesday, September 11, 2002 A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO DONALD studies on a Fulbright Scholarship. When his formal studies were finished, Don established J. PEASE IN REMEMBRANCE OF Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to a business career in journalism, as the editor remember my dear friend, Fay Latham. HIS DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE and co-publisher of the Oberlin News-Trib- Fay was a loving mother, grandmother, and PEOPLE OF OHIO’S 13TH CON- une. He combined this with service in the GRESSIONAL DISTRICT Ohio Legislature for 10 years before his elec- servant of God, but to me she was first and tion to Congress. foremost a trusted friend. If I can convey but HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR Don’s friendliness and his humor, his keen one overriding memory of Fay, it is that she mind and ability with words; and the integ- was always there for me from the earliest OF OHIO rity with which he approached each given days onward. As I embarked on my career in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES task were distinguishing characteristics government service, she was active in each of Wednesday, September 11, 2002 wherever he was and whatever he did. my campaigns, contributing even more than I A heart condition caused Don not to seek could have asked. I owe her much. Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, a long time reelection in 1992, and it was his heart that friend of mine and former Member of Con- suddenly took his life on Sunday, July 28, While Fay’s loss to the community will be gress, Edward F. Weber, requested that I sub- 2002 while at home in Oberlin. Regardless of considerable, her dedication and commitment mit the following statement in memory of his our political persuasion, Ohio, especially the to principal will continue to inspire. We must friend and colleague, Donald J. Pease. 13th Congressional District, is a better place continue to remember and honor people like because of individuals like Don Pease. Mr. Speaker, the family, friends, and con- Fay Latham who steadfastly step in the stituents of Ohio’s 13th Congressional Dis- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me breach when principle and duty call. Her hus- trict mourn the passing of our former Mem- in remembering the life of a former colleague, band Jesse and her family have my continuing ber, Donald J. Pease. Don was elected to Donald J. Pease. Our democratic institutions gratitude and respect.

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HIGHLIGHTS The House agreed to H. Con. Res. 464, expressing the sense of the Con- gress on the anniversary of the terrorist attacks launched against the United States on September 11, 2001. Senate H.R. 3048, to resolve the claims of Cook Inlet Chamber Action Region, Inc., to lands adjacent to the Russian River Routine Proceedings, pages S8475–S5808 in the State of Alaska. (S. Rept. No. 107–275) Measures Introduced: Two bills were introduced, Pages S8505–06 as follows: S. 2923–2924. Page S8506 Measures Passed: Measures Reported: September 11, 2001 Commemoration Resolution: S. 1943, to expand the boundary of the George Pursuant to the order of today, Senate agreed to H. Washington Birthplace National Monument, with Con. Res. 464, expressing the sense of the Congress an amendment. (S. Rept. No. 107–267) on the anniversary of the terrorist attacks launched S. 1999, to reauthorize the Mni Wiconi Rural against the United States on September 11, 2001. Water Supply Project, with an amendment. (S. Rept. Page S8507 No. 107–268) S. 2388, to direct the Secretary of the Interior to September 11, 2001 Commemoration Resolu- study certain sites in the historic district of Beaufort, tion—Agreement: A unanimous-consent agreement South Carolina, relating to the Reconstruction Era, was reached that when the Senate receives from the with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. (S. House, H. Con. Res. 464, expressing the sense of the Rept. No. 107–269) Congress on the anniversary of the terrorist attacks H.R. 1712, To authorize the Secretary of the Inte- launched against the United States on September 11, rior to make adjustments to the boundary of the Na- 2001, that the resolution be agreed to. Page S8507 tional Park of American Samoa to include certain Nomination Agreement: A unanimous-consent portions of the islands of Ofu and Olosega within agreement was reached providing for the consider- the park. (S. Rept. No. 107–270) ation of the nomination of Timothy J. Corrigan, to H.R. 1870, to provide for the sale of certain real be United States District Judge for the Middle Dis- property within the Newlands Project in Nevada, to trict of Florida, at 9:45 a.m., on Thursday, Sep- the city of Fallon, Nevada. (S. Rept. No. 107–271) tember 12, 2002, with a vote to occur thereon at 10 H.R. 1906, to amend the Act that established the a.m. Page S8507 Pu’uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park to Department of the Interior Appropriations expand the boundaries of that park. (S. Rept. No. Act—Agreement: A unanimous-consent agreement 107–272) was reached providing for further consideration of H.R. 2109, To authorize the Secretary of the Inte- H.R. 5093, making appropriations for the Depart- rior to conduct a special resource study of Virginia Key Beach Park in Biscayne Bay, Florida, for pos- ment of the Interior and related agencies for the fis- sible inclusion in the National Park System. (S. cal year ending September 30, 2003, on Thursday, Rept. No. 107–273) September 12, 2002. Page S8507 H.R. 2385, to convey certain property to the city Nominations Confirmed: Senate confirmed the fol- of St. George, Utah, in order to provide for the pro- lowing nominations: tection and preservation of certain rare paleontolog- Denny Wade King, of Tennessee, to be United ical resources on that property, with amendments. (S. States Marshal for the Middle District of Tennessee Rept. No. 107–274) for the term of four years. D917

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Marion C. Blakey, of Mississippi, to be Adminis- Additional Cosponsors: Page S8506 trator of the Federal Aviation Administration for the Notices of Hearings/Meetings: Page S8506 term of five years. (Prior to this action, Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation was dis- Adjournment: Senate met at 11 a.m., and ad- charged from further consideration.) journed at 3:46 p.m., until 9:45 a.m., on Thursday, September 12, 2002. (For Senate’s program, see the Pages S8506–07, S8508 remarks of the Acting Majority Leader in today’s Messages From the House: Page S8505 Record on page S8507). Measures Referred: Page S8505 Measures Read First Time: Page S8505 Committee Meetings No committee meetings were held. h House of Representatives niversary of the terrorist attacks launched against the Chamber Action United States on September 11, 2001 by a yea-and- Measures Introduced: 9 public bills, H.R. nay vote of 370 yeas with none voting ‘‘nay’’, Roll 5364–5372; and 5 resolutions, H. Con. Res. No. 384. Pages H6174–H6208, H6215–16 464–466, and H. Res. 522–523 were introduced. Pages H6228-29 Recess: The House recessed at 4:26 p.m. and recon- vened at 5:02 p.m. Page H6215 Reports Filed: Reports were filed today as follows: H.R. 5193, to amend the Internal Revenue Code Senate Messages: Messages received from the Senate of 1986 to allow a deduction to certain taxpayers for today appear on pages H6173 and H6222. elementary and secondary education expenses, Referrals: S. 2896 was referred to the Committees amended (H. Rept. 107–650); on Judiciary and Transportation and Infrastructure. H.R. 2301, to authorize the Secretary of the Inte- S. 2136 was held at the desk. Page H6226 rior to construct a bridge on Federal land west of and adjacent to Folsom Dam in California, amended Quorum Calls—Votes: One yea-and-nay vote de- (H. Rept. 107–651, Pt. 1); veloped during the proceedings of the House today H.R. 3434, to authorize the Secretary of the Inte- and appears on pages H6215–16. There were no rior to acquire the McLoughlin House National His- quorum calls. toric Site in Oregon City, Oregon, and to administer Adjournment: The House met at 12 noon and ad- the site as a unit of the National Park System, journed at 6:55 p.m. amended (H. Rept. 107–652); H.R. 4622, to require Federal land managers to support, and to communicate, coordinate, and co- Committee Meetings operate with, designated gateway communities, to improve the ability of gateway communities to par- BACK TO SCHOOL TAX RELIEF ACT ticipate in Federal land management planning con- Committee on Rules: Granted, by a vote of 7 to 4, a ducted by the Forest Service and agencies of the De- closed rule providing 1 hour of debate on H.R. partment of the Interior, and to respond to the impacts of the public use of the Federal lands adminis- 5193, Back to School Tax Relief Act of 2002, equal- tered by these agencies, amended (H. Rept. ly divided and controlled by the chairman and rank- 107–653, Pt. 1); and ing minority member of the Committee on Ways H. Res. 521, providing for consideration of H.R. and Means. The rule waives all points of order 5193, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 against consideration of the bill. The rule provides to allow a deduction to certain taxpayers for elemen- that the amendment recommended by the Com- tary and secondary education expenses (H. Rept. mittee on Ways and Means now printed in the bill 107–654). Page H6228 shall be considered as adopted. Finally, the rule provides one motion to recommit with or without in- First Anniversary of the September 11th Ter- structions. Testimony was heard from Chairman rorist Attacks: The House agreed to H. Con. Res. 464, expressing the sense of the Congress on the an- Thomas and Representative Rangel.

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Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: to Joint Meetings hold hearings to examine restoring economic security for workers in the nation one year after September 11, 2001, NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION 10 a.m., SD–430. Conferees met to resolve the differences between the Committee on Indian Affairs: to hold oversight hearings Senate and House passed versions of H.R. 4546, to to examine successful strategies for Indian reservation de- authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2003 for mili- velopment, 10 a.m., SR–485. Select Committee on Intelligence: to hold joint closed hear- tary activities of the Department of Defense, for ings with the House Permanent Select Committee on In- military construction, and for defense activities of telligence to examine events surrounding September 11, the Department of Energy, and to prescribe per- 2001, 10 a.m., S–407, Capitol. sonnel strengths for such fiscal year for the Armed Forces, focusing on general and readiness provisions, House but did not complete action thereon, and will meet Committee on Agriculture, Subcommittee on Department again tomorrow. Operations, Oversight, Nutrition and Forestry, hearing on f the Administration’s Healthy Forests Initiative, 10 a.m., 1300 Longworth. COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR THURSDAY, Committee on Appropriations, to mark up the Foreign Op- SEPTEMBER 12, 2002 erations Appropriations for fiscal year 2003, 10 a.m., (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) 2359 Rayburn. Committee on the Budget, hearing on Economic Outlook, Senate 10 a.m., 210 Cannon. Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: to Committee on Education and the Workforce, Subcommittee hold hearings on the nomination of Wayne Abernathy, of on 21st Century Competitiveness, hearing entitled ‘‘Im- Virginia, to be Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Fi- plementation of the Workforce Investment Act: Prom- nancial Institutions, to be followed by a business meeting ising Practices in Workforce Development,’’ 10:30 p.m., to mark up S. 2239, to amend the National Housing Act 2175 Rayburn. to simplify the downpayment requirements for FHA Committee on Financial Services, Subcommittee on Hous- mortgage insurance for single family homebuyers, S. ing and Community Opportunity’s, hearing entitled ‘‘The 1210, to reauthorize the Native American Housing As- Erosion of Communities and Home Values by Leaking sistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996, and the Underground Storage Tanks,’’ 10 a.m., 2128 Rayburn. nomination of Wayne Abernathy, 2 p.m., SD–538. Committee on Government Reform, hearing entitled ‘‘Con- Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Sub- flict With Iraq-An Israeli Perspective,’’ 2 p.m., 2154 committee on Science, Technology, and Space, to hold Rayburn. hearings to examine S. 2537 and H.R. 3833, bills to fa- Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on the Con- cilitate the creation of a new, second-level Internet do- stitution, oversight hearing on Privacy Concerns Raised main within the United States country code domain that by the Collection and Use of Genetic Information by Em- will be a haven for material that promotes positive expe- ployers and Insurers, 10 a.m., 2237 Rayburn. riences for children and families using the Internet, pro- Committee on Resources, to mark up the following bills: vides a safe online environment for children, and helps to H.R. 282, to authorize the Pyramid of Remembrance prevent children from being exposed to harmful material Foundation to establish a memorial in the District of Co- on the Internet, 2:30 p.m., SR–253. lumbia or its environs to soldiers who have lost their lives Committee on Finance: business meeting to consider H.R. during peacekeeping operations, humanitarian efforts, 5063, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to training, terrorist attacks, or covert operations; H.R. 464, provide a special rule for members of the uniformed serv- Kate Mullany National Historic Site Act; H.R. 635, Steel ices in determining the exclusion of gain from the sale Industry National Historic Park Act; H.R. 1811, PILT of a principal residence and to restore the tax exempt sta- and Refuge Revenue Sharing Permanent Funding Act; tus of death gratuity payments to members of the uni- H.R. 1946, Rocky Boy’s/North Central Montana Re- formed services, Time to be announced, S–216, Capitol. gional Water System Act of 2001; H.R. 2386, Outfitter Committee on Foreign Relations: Subcommittee on Inter- Policy Act of 2001; H.R. 2408, Yankton Sioux Tribe and national Economic Policy, Export and Trade Promotion, Santee Sioux Tribe Equitable Compensation Act; H.R. to hold hearings to examine replenishment authorizations 2826, to increase the waiver requirement for certain local for the World Bank’s International Development Associa- matching requirements for grants provided to American tion, the Asian Development Fund, and the African De- Samoa, Guam, the Virgin Islands, or the Commonwealth velopment Fund, 10:15 a.m., SD–419. of the Northern Mariana Islands; H.R. 3148, to amend Full Committee, to hold hearings to examine the Trea- the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act to provide equity Between the United States of America and the Russian table treatment of Alaska Native Vietnam Veterans; H.R. Federation on Strategic Offensive Reductions, Signed at 3630, to direct the Secretary of the Interior to conduct Moscow on May 24, 2002 (Treaty Doc.107–08), 2:30 a special resource study to determine the national signifi- p.m., SD–419. cance of the Miami Circle site in the State of Florida and

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the suitability and feasibility of its inclusion in the Na- Compensation Act; S. 491, to authorize the Secretary of tional Park System as part of Biscayne National Park; the Interior, pursuant to the provisions of the Reclama- H.R. 3747, Bainbridge Island Japanese-American Memo- tion Wastewater and Groundwater Study and Facilities rial Study Act of 2002; H.R. 3765, John L. Burton Trail Act to participate in the design, planning, and construc- Act; H.R. 3802, to amend the Education Land Grant Act tion of the Denver Water Reuse project; S. 691, to direct to require the Secretary of Agriculture to pay the costs the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain land in the of environmental reviews with respect to conveyances Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, Nevada, to the Sec- under that Act; H.R. 3896, to repeal the reservation of retary of the Interior, in trust for the Washoe Indian mineral rights made by the United States when certain Tribe of Nevada and California; S.941, Rancho Corral de lands in Livingston Parish, Louisiana were conveyed by Tierra Golden Gate National Recreation Area Boundary Public Law 102–562; H.R. 4141, Red Rock Canyon Na- Adjustment Act of 2001; S. 1227, Niagara Falls National tional Conservation Area Protection and Enhancement Heritage Area Study Act; S. 1240, Timpanogos Inter- Act of 2002; H.R. 4692, to amend the Act entitled ‘‘An agency Land Exchange Act; S. 1907, to direct the Sec- Act to authorize the Establishment of the Andersonville retary of the Interior to convey certain land to the city National Historic Site in the State of Georgia, and for of Haines, Oregon; and S. 1946, Old Spanish Trail Rec- other purposes’’, to provide for the addition of certain do- ognition Act of 2002, 10 a.m., 1324 Longworth. nated lands to the Andersonvile National Historic Site; Committee on Rules, hearing on proposed changes to H.R. 4734, Alaska Federal Lands Management Dem- House rules, 1:30 p.m., H–313 Capitol. onstration Project Act; H.R. 4830, Southern Campaign of Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Sub- the Revolution Heritage Area Study Act; H.R. 4844, committee on Economic Development, Public Buildings Wild Sky Wilderness Act of 2002; H.R. 4853, to pro- and Emergency Management, hearing on Delta Regional vide that land which is owned by the Seminole Tribe of Authority and Southeast Crescent Authority: Progress and Florida but which is not held in trust by the United Prospects for Regional Development Authorities, 10 a.m., States for the Tribe may be mortgaged, leased, or trans- 2167 Rayburn. ferred by the Tribe without further approval by the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, hearing on the Depart- United States; H.R. 4874, to direct the Secretary of the ment of Veterans Affairs homeless veterans programs, Interior to disclaim any Federal interest in lands adjacent 1:30 p.m., 340 Cannon. to Spirit Lake and Twin Lakes in the State of Idaho re- Committee on Ways and Means, Subcommittee on Health, sulting from possible omission of lands from an 1880 sur- to mark up H.R. 4889, Patient Safety Improvement Act vey; H.R. 4910, to authorize the Secretary of the Interior of 2002, 1:30 p.m., 1100 Longworth. to revise a repayment contract with the Tom Green County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1, Joint Meetings San Angelo project, Texas; H.R. 4919, Tonto and Conference: meeting of conferees on H.R. 4, to enhance Coconino National Forests Land Exchange Act; H.R. energy conservation, research and development and to 4944, Cedar Creek Battlefield and Belle Grove Plantation provide for security and diversity in the energy supply for National Historical Park Act; H.R. 4966, National Oce- the American people, 9:30 a.m., 2123, Rayburn Build- anic and Atmospheric Administration Act; H.R. 4968, ing. Federal-Utah State Trust Lands Consolidation Act; H.R. Conference: meeting of conferees, in closed session, on 5032, to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to convey H.R. 4546, to authorize appropriations for fiscal year certain National Forest System lands in the Mendocino 2003 for military activities of the Department of Defense, National Forest, California, to authorize the use of the for military construction, and for defense activities of the proceeds from such conveyances for National Forest pur- Department of Energy, to prescribe personnel strengths poses; H.R. 5097, to adjust the boundaries of the Salt for such fiscal year for the Armed Forces, focusing on River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Pre- airland provisions, 11 a.m., SR–232A. serve located in St. Croix, Virginia Islands; H.R. 5099, Conference: meeting of conferees, in closed session, on to extend the periods of authorization for the Secretary of H.R. 4546, to authorize appropriations for fiscal year the Interior to implement capital construction projects as- 2003 for military activities of the Department of Defense, sociated with the endangered fish recovery implementa- for military construction, and for defense activities of the tion programs for the Upper Colorado and San Juan River Department of Energy, to prescribe personnel strengths Basins; H.R. 5108, to authorize leases for terms not to for such fiscal year for the Armed Forces, focusing on exceed 99 years on lands held in trust for the Yurok emerging threats provisions, 1:30 p.m., 2212 RHOB. Tribe and the Hopland Band of Pomo Indians; H.R. Conference: meeting of conferees, in closed session, on 5109, to direct the Secretary of Energy to convey a parcel H.R. 4546, to authorize appropriations for fiscal year of land at the facility of the Southwestern Power Admin- 2003 for military activities of the Department of Defense, istration in Tupelo, Oklahoma; H.R. 5125, Civil War for military construction, and for defense activities of the Battlefield Preservation Act of 2002; H.R. 5168, Blue Department of Energy, to prescribe personnel strengths Ridge National Heritage Area Act of 2002; H.R. 5180, for such fiscal year for the Armed Forces, focusing on per- to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain sonnel provisions, 3 p.m., HC–8, Capitol. real property in the Dixie National Forest in the State of Conference: meeting of conferees, in closed session, on Utah; H.R. 5319, Healthy Forests Reform Act of 2002; H.R. 4546, to authorize appropriations for fiscal year S. 434, Yankton Sioux Tribe and Santee Sioux Equitable 2003 for military activities of the Department of Defense,

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for military construction, and for defense activities of the Joint Meetings: Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Department of Energy, to prescribe personnel strengths to hold joint closed hearings with the House Permanent for such fiscal year for the Armed Forces, focusing on Select Committee on Intelligence to examine events sur- strategic provisions, 5:30 p.m., HC–8, Capitol. rounding September 11, 2001, 10 a.m., S–407, Capitol.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 9:45 a.m., Thursday, September 12 10 a.m., Thursday, September 12

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Thursday: Senate will consider the nomi- Program for Thursday: consideration of a motion to go nation of Timothy J. Corrigan, to be United States Dis- to conference on H.R. 1646, Department of State Au- trict Judge for the Middle District of Florida, with a vote thorization Act; and to occur thereon at approximately 10 a.m.; following Consideration of H.R. 5193, Back to School Tax Relief which, Senate will resume consideration of H.R. 5093, Act (closed rule, one hour of general debate). Department of the Interior and Related Agencies Appro- priations Act. At 12 noon, Senate will resume consideration of H.R. 5005, Homeland Security Act.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Gilman, Benjamin A., N.Y., E1545 Ortiz, Solomon P., Tex., E1549, E1552 Holt, Rush D., N.J., E1549, E1551, E1555 Rogers, Mike, Mich., E1545 Baca, Joe, Calif., E1553 Kildee, Dale E., Mich., E1554 Saxton, Jim, N.J., E1553 Baldwin, Tammy, Wisc., E1557 LaTourette, Steve C., Ohio, E1556 Skelton, Ike, Mo., E1557 Bereuter, Doug, Nebr., E1556 Lucas, Frank D., Okla., E1557 Towns, Edolphus, N.Y., E1550, E1552 Chambliss, Saxby, Ga., E1551 McInnis, Scott, Colo., E1551, E1554, E1556, E1557 DeLauro, Rosa L., Conn., E1555 Maloney, Carolyn B., N.Y., E1550, E1552 Watkins, Wes, Okla., E1556 Eshoo, Anna G., Calif., E1547 Moran, James P., Va., E1554 Weiner, Anthony D., N.Y., E1553 Forbes, J. Randy, Va., E1558 Napolitano, Grace F., Calif., E1556 Weller, Jerry, Ill., E1557 Gillmor, Paul E., Ohio, E1558 Ney, Robert W., Ohio, E1549, E1551

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