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Extensions of Remarks E898 HON. RICHARD E898 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 22, 2018 The United States was one of the original them well in life. They are a source of pride The legacy of Wallace’s stand in the school- United Nations member countries to vote to to both UNC Charlotte as well as the sur- house door is twofold. Although it is a re- adopt the historic Paris Climate Accord, which rounding community. I already can’t wait to minder of the sacrifices made by African commits to a global initiative to combat climate see what 2019 has in store for the 49ers. American students seeking a higher edu- change and its effects. Unfortunately, this ad- Mr. Speaker, please join me today in con- cation, it also served as a turning point for the ministration has withdrawn the U.S. from this gratulating the UNC Charlotte 49ers Men’s first steps toward racial equality at the Univer- vital global agreement. Rugby Team on their national title. Go mean sity and within the State of Alabama. Many American cities and states, especially green. We commend the bravery and determination the San Francisco Bay Area and throughout f of the students who continued to fight for their California, are committed to meeting the ob- rights and for equal access to education de- COMMEMORATING THE 55TH ANNI- jectives laid out in the Paris Climate Accord. spite facing resistance from all levels of soci- VERSARY OF THE INTEGRATION As their representatives in Congress, we are ety. We also recognize the importance of con- OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ALA- dedicated to maintaining the United States’ tinuing to work towards creating a more fair BAMA role as a global leader and will continue to ad- and just society for all citizens. vocate for the U.S. to be an active participant In the years since the ‘‘Stand in the School- in fulfilling the principles and objectives of the HON. TERRI A. SEWELL house Doors,’’ Malone, Hood, and countless Paris Climate Accord. OF ALABAMA others have been able to rightfully enroll at the Mitigating the effects of rapid climate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES University of Alabama. To this day, students of change is a global imperative that requires Friday, June 22, 2018 all ethnicities and backgrounds, including participation from all levels of government, as Ms. SEWELL of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I those involved in UA’s Black Alumni Associa- well as private industry, non-governmental or- rise today to honor the countless brave men tion, have gone on to earn undergraduate, ganizations and individuals in our global com- and women who worked to achieve integration graduate, and professional degrees from the munity. on the campus of the University of Alabama University of Alabama. As Malone reflected on We applaud the collaboration of those (UA). This battle was finally won on June 11, her time at the University, she hoped that her stakeholders in the San Francisco Bay Area 1963, nearly a decade after the U.S. Supreme impact would be lasting. ‘‘I was just one per- who have joined together to hold the Bay Area Court declared segregation unconstitutional in son, but I think of the thousands of people Climate Action Forum. They are leading by ex- the 1954 landmark case of Brown v. Board of who came after me, and I would just like to ample to show that a regional commitment to Education. On that day, school officials at- think their road might have been a little bit climate action is a critical component to finding tempted to allow black students to enter the easier, [because of us]’’ Malone said. sustainable solutions. University of Alabama, while then-Governor It is because of the courage shown by Viv- f George C. Wallace took his infamous ‘‘Stand ian Malone and James Hood that students in the Schoolhouse Door.’’ from the University of Alabama have since HONORING THE UNC CHARLOTTE During the stand, Governor Wallace stood been able to create a Black Alumni Associa- MEN’S RUGBY TEAM at the doors of Foster Auditorium at the Uni- tion dedicated to alumni engagement, scholar- versity of Alabama to physically, and symboli- ship support, mentoring, and networking. HON. RICHARD HUDSON cally, block the entry of two black students: Since it was established in 2016, the group OF NORTH CAROLINA Vivian Malone and James Hood. has contributed more than $16,000 in dona- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES While Hood and Malone’s attempt to deseg- tions towards the AAAN Endowed Scholarship Friday, June 22, 2018 regate the University of Alabama was historic, Fund. they were not the first black students to apply Since 1963, the University of Alabama has Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to or attend the school. Autherine Lucy, a grad- continued to solidify its legacy by exemplifying honor the UNC Charlotte 49ers Men’s Rugby uate student from Shiloh, had been accepted its continued commitment to inclusion and Team and congratulate them on their National to the University and attended for three days equality for all persons willing to learn and Men’s DII 7s Championship. The 49ers de- in 1956. In response to her attendance, mob grow on their campus. Regardless of race, the feated the University of Wisconsin Whitewater violence broke out on UA’s campus, and uni- University of Alabama promises to welcome all on May 20, 2018. versity officials said the school could no longer students through its doors. Led by Coach Brent ‘‘Bo’’ Pasko, UNC protect Lucy. She filed an unsuccessful lawsuit I ask my colleagues to join me in cele- Charlotte capped off an impressive undefeated against the University, which was used as an brating diversity and inclusion at the University 2018 season and won its third straight South- excuse to expel her. of Alabama on the 55th anniversary of its inte- ern Rugby Conference championship. In the Five years later, with the help of the NAACP gration. quarterfinals, the team defeated Principia Col- Legal Defense and Educational Fund of Ala- f lege and moved on to eliminate Bloomsburg bama, Hood and Malone applied to enroll at University in the semifinals. In the champion- the University of Alabama. Their applications RECOGNIZING MR. NATHAN ship game, the Niners bested the University of were denied and the two students faced CHITTENDEN OF DUTCH HOLLOW Wisconsin Whitewater (38–10) to secure a threats for even applying, but Hood and Ma- FARM IN SCHODACK LANDING, perfect record during the tournament. lone persisted. After two years of court pro- NEW YORK The 49ers jumpstarted the championship ceedings, District Court Judge Harlan Grooms game with fly half and MVP Michael Basnett granted Hood and Malone permission to enroll HON. JOHN J. FASO scoring the first two tries in rapid succession. at the University of Alabama, ruling that the OF NEW YORK Wisconsin Whitewater responded by drawing University was in violation of the U.S. Su- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the game within two points before Basnett preme Court’s ruling in Brown v. Board of Friday, June 22, 2018 crossed once more—advancing the score to Education. 19–10. In the second half, the 49ers opened Despite the ruling, Governor Wallace Mr. FASO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great re- the flood gates and tries were scored swiftly. blocked the school doors, even as federal au- spect and admiration that I rise today to rec- Basnett dominated the second half, scoring at thorities demanded he step aside. When Wal- ognize the many achievements of Mr. Nathan will and orchestrating the 49ers’ offense to lace refused to budge, President John F. Ken- Chittenden of Dutch Hollow Farm in Schodack perfection. nedy called for 100 troops from the Alabama Landing, New York. Nate has been named the It was an immense victory for UNC Char- National Guard to assist federal marshals in recipient of Cornell University’s prestigious lotte. In defeating the University of Wisconsin helping Hood and Malone enter campus. At Hometown Alumni Award. This designation Whitewater, the 49ers upset the reigning Divi- that point, Governor Wallace stepped aside. recognizes Cornell graduates who have re- sion II Rugby 15s and 7s champions. As a In 1965, Malone received a Bachelor of Arts turned to their hometown to start or develop a proud UNC Charlotte Rugby Alumnus, it in Business Management and became the first business while also being active and engaged brings me great pride to recognize these ex- African American to graduate from the Univer- members of their communities. traordinary young men as well as all of the sity of Alabama. Hood left the University after Nate is a third-generation farmer, carrying coaches and support staff that made this only two months, but returned in 1995 to begin on his family’s rich dairy farming tradition. Fol- Championship possible. The hard work and earning his doctorate degree. On May 17, lowing his graduation from Cornell in 2000 dedication exhibited by each member of the 1997, he received his Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary with a degree in dairy science, he returned to team during the season will continue to serve Studies. the family farm. Since then, he has grown VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:21 Jun 23, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A22JN8.002 E22JNPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS June 22, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E899 Dutch Hollow Farm and has become an es- emy Associates, and the Burlington County COMMEMORATING THE GROUND- teemed advocate and clarion voice for the Police Chiefs Association. He has served on BREAKING FOR THE STEPHEN D. dairy farming industry across New York State.
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