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4017 Hon. Virginia Foxx Hon. Marilyn N. Musgrave Hon March 16, 2006 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 4017 Whereas, as noted by the many diverse ac- TRIBUTE TO E.S. ‘‘BUD’’ VANBERG A reporter par excellence—news anchor— complishments listed above, Dr. Bachman radio announcer—media consultant—a con- had lasting and wide-ranging impact on HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE science, of and for, American journalism for al- science, education, religion, and social most four decades. progress in South Carolina, the United OF COLORADO States, and beyond; and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As one of the first Asian American network reporters in New York City, he announced to Thursday, March 16, 2006 Whereas, the month of February is signifi- the Nation on CBS News, the fall of Saigon. cant because Dr. Bachman was born on Feb- Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today He interviewed Presidents and world lead- ruary 4, 1790, and died eighty-four years and to pay tribute to B.S. ‘‘Bud’’ VanBerg for his twenty days later on February 24, 1874; ers. He covered earthquakes and major disas- impressive contributions to Colorado agri- ters. Now, therefore, the State of South Carolina, culture. Bud grew up in Nebraska where he He reported from China the government the City of Newberry, Newberry College, and learned to work hard, ride horses, chase the Newberry College Alumni Association do crackdown on the democracy demonstrators in cows, drive racehorse vans across the coun- Tiananmen Square. hereby proclaim through the powers vested try, and talk fast. After graduating from the in Governor Mark Sanford, Mayor T. Edward His childhood in Greenville, Mississippi, University of Nebraska with a degree in agri- Kyzer, President Mitchell M. Zais, and Sym- must have been a seminal experience for him; cultural business, he returned to the family posium Chair William J. Hilton Jr. that one that forged his commitment to both expos- business where he centered his interests on April 2006 shall be designated as ‘‘John ing and fighting discrimination wherever he Bachman Month’’ throughout the State of auctioneering and the sale barn. Bud was sent to Sterling in 1957 to manage found it. Undoubtedly, he certainly witnessed South Carolina, and urge all citizens to rec- and experienced first-hand racial prejudice ognize this observance and to attend the the sale barn purchased by his father. He that pervaded the South in the 40’s and 50’s. John Bachman Symposium at Newberry Col- commuted between Columbus, Nebraska and lege. Sterling, Colorado until 1964, when the Ster- More importantly he saw the devastation dis- ling sale barn became a separate entity. He crimination did to the dreams of young people f and his wife, Arlene, were active partners and of color. worked together to establish a fair and honest As a result, his life was one of endless com- TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF SGT. business with a good reputation that earned a mitment to truth-seeking and justice for all ANTON HIETT respected place in the community. Americans—but especially for his brothers and Together, they raised four daughters: sisters in the Asian American Community. Debbie, Becky, Deanie and Cindy, and they He believed ‘‘informing and helping others is HON. VIRGINIA FOXX became actively involved with youth groups what makes journalism exciting.’’ He also be- lieved his beloved career in journalism was an OF NORTH CAROLINA and organizations in the community. Bud was known as the consummate volunteer, fre- opportunity to use his roots for a positive pur- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES quently giving his time and talents to help oth- pose. ers, particularly young people. Bud touched Thursday, March 16, 2006 His relentless pursuit of excellence in jour- the lives of many through his volunteer work, nalism was legendary. He once convinced Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy by doing numerous benefit auctions, 4–H live- ABC’s Nightline to do a program called ‘‘Asian heart that I rise today to express the heartfelt stock sales, and other acts of community serv- American—When Your Neighbor Looks Like condolences of a grateful Nation and to honor ice. Bud loved people, he loved life, but most the Enemy.’’ After doing so, he helped book the life of Sergeant Anton Hiett of Mt. Airy, of all he loved his family. the guest, checked the script for accuracy, North Carolina. Sergeant Hiett passed away Bud also had a tremendous effect on the and found historical footage for the broadcast. on March 12, 2006 while serving in Afghani- lives of eight prominent auctioneers in the re- He went on to spend the entire next year edu- stan. gion. Teaching, encouraging, giving, trusting cating the executive producer about how and finally letting go, he gave his students the Asian Americans have been unfairly stereo- Sergeant Hiett served our country as a U.S. courage to move into the career of their typed because of the campaign fundraising Army Reserve combat medic. His strong patri- choice. and spy scandals. otism and desire to do what was right led him Bud was named the Logan County Citizen The program went on to be the highest to join the military after graduating from North of the year in 1988 and was a member of the rated show in its time slot beating out both Jay Surry High School. He began his career as an Colorado Auctioneer Hall of Fame. Bud’s life- Leno and David Letterman in the national rat- infantryman, but later decided that his calling long contributions to agriculture earned him in- ings. was to care for his wounded comrades. Last duction in the Colorado Agriculture Hall of Sam was a visionary—for that show would year, Sergeant Hiett volunteered to go to Af- Fame in February of 2006. Bud led by exam- be as relevant today as it was when it first ghanistan because he felt compelled to help ple and his enthusiastic community involve- aired. I have no doubt if Sam were still with his country at war. ment demonstrated his passion for making a us, he would be haranguing the current pro- positive impact on the world around him. Sergeant Hiett was a loving husband, father, ducers to replay it today to show Americans We have been saddened by the recent loss son, and brother. His friends describe him as just how little we’ve learned from our history. of this man who gave so much to his commu- someone ‘‘having a big heart and always His advocacy on behalf of civil rights and nity and his state for so many years I am justice for Asian Americans continued to the going the extra mile to help others.’’ He leaves proud to honor Bud VanBerg for his devotion day he died. It was Sam’s interview with Sen- behind his wife, Misty Hiett, his 2 year-old and service. daughter, Kyra Hiett, his parents George and ator JOHN MCCAIN that enlightened the Sen- f Angela Hiett, and three siblings. May God ator to the plight of citizenship denial for Asian bless them and comfort them during this very IN MEMORY OF SAM CHU LIN American Civil War Veterans. And it was Sam difficult time. Chu Lin’s coverage at the critical junctures of HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA Dr. Wen Ho Lee, Captain James Yee and We owe this brave soldier and his family a Captain James Wang’s careers that kept the OF CALIFORNIA tremendous debt of gratitude for his selfless Asian Pacific civil rights community rallying to service and sacrifice. Our country could not IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their defense. maintain its freedom and security without he- Thursday, March 16, 2006 He continued to this day investigating, advo- roes like Sergeant Hiett, who make the ulti- Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with cating, and agitating on behalf of Asian Ameri- mate sacrifice. Americans, as well as a heavy heart. A heavy heart over the passing cans as a media consultant and an inde- Afghanis, owe their liberty to Sergeant Hiett of one of the giants of Asian American Jour- pendent reporter for several newspapers. and his fallen comrades who came before nalism, and my dear friend: Mr. Sam Chu Lin. His humbleness belied his accomplish- him. Sam was a pioneer; not just in the Asian ments. He was the recipient of awards across Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the American Community, but in the entire field of the entire spectrum of journalism—from the life of Sergeant Anton Hiett. journalism. Associated Press and UPI, to the Golden VerDate Sep 11 2014 12:18 Mar 14, 2017 Jkt 000000 PO 00000 Frm 00262 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\FDSYS\BOUNDRECORD\BOOK3\DAT FILES\BR16MR06.DAT BR16MR06 ejoyner on DSK30MW082PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE.
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