E136 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 14, 2006 ‘‘Hospitals would have to scramble to Mr. Bortz earned his Master of Business brilliant character portrayals resonated with make up the loss,’’ he said, and some might Administration from Harvard University. He moviegoers worldwide, connecting us all in our do that through cutbacks, or through at- has three sons, all of whom work with him at shared humanity. tempts to make up the revenue elsewhere. Towne Properties, two stepchildren, and six That in turn creates pressure for rate in- grandchildren. Although not often cast as the leading man, creases. All of us in the Greater area Mr. Penn’s beautifully understated perform- Shyavitz said hospitals cannot simply congratulate Mr. Bortz on being named a ances consistently lent grace and authenticity raise rates, and would have to negotiate in- Great Living Cincinnatian. to every role he played. From his endearing creases with health insurance companies. f performance as an insecure teenager in Foot- But she said many hospitals will want to do loose, to his colorful and unforgettable per- that if the cuts materialize. HONORING JAMES P. HOFFA Shyavitz said she is confident that Massa- formances in Reservoir Dogs, True Romance, chusetts congressmen and senators, includ- ´ The Funeral, Pale Rider and Mulholland Falls, ing Sen. John Kerry and Sen. Edward Ken- HON. LINDA T. SANCHEZ Mr. Penn’s personal integrity and depth of nedy, and U.S. Reps. James McGovern and OF character clearly radiated onscreen. Barney Frank. will oppose the cuts. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Kennedy has already spoken out by telling Mr. Penn began his film career as a child the Associated Press that Bush’s budget pro- Tuesday, February 14, 2006 actor in the 1970’s. His performances in more posal ‘‘shortchanges our competitiveness, Ms. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ of California. Mr. than forty films captured the hearts of shortchanges our opportunity, and short- Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. James moviegoers and earned the respect and admi- changes our future.’’ P. Hoffa for his strong leadership and commit- ration of both colleagues and critics. In 1996, f ment to working families. Mr. Penn won a Venice Film Festival Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance NEIL BORTZ HONORED AS A As the only son of James R. Hoffa, former in the ‘‘The Funeral.’’ He also was nominated GREAT LIVING CINCINNATIAN General President of the International Brother- hood of Teamsters, Mr. Hoffa grew up on for an Independent Spirit Award and a Genie HON. JEAN SCHMIDT picket lines and in union meetings. James P. Award. Hoffa became a Teamster member himself on Mr. Speaker, please join me in honor and OF his 18th birthday when his father swore him in. remembrance of Christopher Penn, whose IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As a young Teamster, Hoffa worked as a la- young life was framed by family, friends and Tuesday, February 14, 2006 borer in Detroit and , loading and un- his exceptional artistic dedication. I offer my Mrs. SCHMIDT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to loading freight from ships, driving trucks and deepest condolences to his mother and father, honor Neil Bortz, a residential and commercial buses and operating heavy equipment. Leo and Eileen; to his brothers, Michael and developer, community leader, philanthropist, At Michigan State University, Hoffa played Sean; to his sisters-in-law, Aimee and Robin; and visionary, who will be formally honored as football for legendary Coach Duffy Daugherty and to his many extended family members a Great Living Cincinnatian on February 16 by and graduated with a degree in Economics. and friends. Mr. Penn’s gentle spirit and kind the Greater Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce. He went on to receive his Law degree from heart will live on forever within the hearts of The Chamber has bestowed this award on the University of Michigan, and worked as a his family and friends, and he will be remem- distinguished members of the community an- Teamster attorney from 1968 through 1993. bered always by his adoring audience. nually since 1967. Recipients of this pres- From 1993 to 1998, Hoffa worked at Michigan tigious award are chosen on the basis of pro- Joint Council 43. f fessional achievement; community service; In 1999 Hoffa was elected General Presi- leadership; compassion; and vision. Past hon- dent of the International Brotherhood of Team- RECOGNIZING LOCAL SOLDIERS orees have included Neil Armstrong, Dr. Albert sters. Under his leadership, Teamsters are FOR THEIR SERVICE TO THIS Sabin and Charles Scripps. winning industry-leading contracts, engaging in NATION Mr. Bortz built his career on an uphill chal- contract enforcement and organizing thou- lenge: launching the Mount Adams renais- sands of new members. HON. BRIAN HIGGINS sance in the early 1960s as a founding partner The Union’s renewed commitment to polit- in Towne Properties before going on to de- ical action includes DRIVING America’s Fu- OF NEW YORK velop properties across Cincinnati, Dayton, ture, a new initiative that encourages and sup- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lexington and . He has made countless ports Teamster members running for political Tuesday, February 14, 2006 improvements to our community and raised office. This effort will ensure even more Team- the quality of life for many in our region. ster influence in state and national govern- Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I stand here In addition to sparking the rebirth of the pic- ment. today to express gratitude to a number of sol- turesque, hilltop neighborhood of Cincinnati’s James P. Hoffa has spent a lifetime pre- diers from Western New York who have re- Mount Adams, Mr. Bortz also helped lead the paring for the challenge of running the Team- cently completed a tour of duty where they housing renaissance in downtown Cincinnati sters Union. He knows, first-hand, what Team- fought heroically on behalf of the United with several award-winning residential devel- sters can accomplish when they work to- States of America. opments. His most recent projects include res- gether. He is determined to lead a Union that In particular, I would like to recognize SGT idential properties along the Ohio River. Mr. is a credit to its proud history. Benn, SSG Benson, SGT Carr, SFC Collins, Bortz has also made an impact on our area by Mr. Speaker and distinguished colleagues, MAJ Dukes, SSG Hendricks, SSG Jindra, creating great places to live, work and shop in please join me in honoring Mr. James P. Hoffa SGT Kulesz, SSG LaBuda, SSG Lemay, SFC the Cincinnati suburbs. for his life’s work in building better lives for our Mr. Bortz has been active in many arts, civic Liberatore, SFC Press, SSG Printup, SPC families, our communities and our country. Santiago and SFC Schuler, just a few of our and philanthropic activities, including serving f as founding chair of the Walnut Hills High local heroes who selflessly put their lives on School Alumni Foundation, which recently IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF the line to protect and improve the lives of completed a new Arts & Sciences wing. Other CHRISTOPHER PENN those in this country and others worldwide. boards include Cincinnati Art Museum, Cin- These decorated men and women have cinnati Equity Fund, National Conference of HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH demonstrated supreme courage and commit- ment through their call to duty and fight for lib- Christians and Jews, Reds Hall of Fame, Advi- OF OHIO erty. Their valiant efforts are the reason why sory Board to the Cincinnati Park Board, Jew- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ish Federation of Cincinnati, Playhouse in the we continue to be the ‘‘land of the free and Park, the Harvard Club of Cincinnati, the Tuesday, February 14, 2006 the home of the brave.’’ Greater Cincinnati Convention and Visitors Bu- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the residents of reau and Cincinnati Country Day School. honor and remembrance of Christopher Penn, the 27th Congressional District and all Ameri- Among his many honors include the first Uni- cherished son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle cans I wish to extend my sincerest apprecia- versity of Cincinnati Distinguished Service and friend. Mr. Penn’s insightful cinematic per- tion to these courageous and noble soldiers. Award, Cincinnati Region Entrepreneur of the formances reflected the human condition with Their service and sacrifices help protect the Year, and National Conference of Christian subtle power, in a style that ranged from safety and freedoms that make this Nation and Jews Outstanding Citizen Award. comedic and sublime to rage and despair. His great.

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