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the Earl T. Shinhoster Post Office in league from Georgia, Congresswoman MCKIN- H.R. 2454 Decatur, Georgia. NEY, to name a Decatur, Georgia Post Office Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. in memory of Earl T. Shinhoster, as a fitting resentatives of the United States of America in Speaker, I reserve the balance of my tribute to a great American patriot. Congress assembled, time. Mr. HILLIARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise to speak SECTION 1. REDESIGNATION. Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I of my friend Earl Shinhoster, who died on The facility of the United States Postal yield myself such time as I may con- June 11, 2000, in a car accident. Service located at 5472 Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles, California, and known as the sume. This good man joined many of us in strug- Latijera Station, shall be known and des- Mr. Speaker, I do not have any addi- gling to make America better in innumerable ignated as the ‘‘Congressman Julian C. tional speakers, but I do know the gen- ways. He spent 30 years with the National As- Dixon Post Office’’. tleman from Mississippi (Mr. THOMP- sociation for the Advancement of Colored SEC. 2. REFERENCES. SON) had intended to be here and speak People (NAACP). Any reference in a law, map, regulation, on behalf of this bill; and had he been This organization was the original civil rights document, paper, or other record of the able to make it, I am sure that he organization, and it still stands among the United States to the facility referred to in would have done so. great leaders for human rights in the world. section 1 shall be deemed to be a reference to Mr. Speaker, I want to thank all of Earl Shinhoster began at the age of 13 the Congressman Julian C. Dixon Post Of- fice. those who have spoken, because stuffing envelopes, sitting-in and picketing for through their eloquence, they have per- the basic civil rights of American people. He The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- mitted us the opportunity to relive the stayed with it, humbly saying later in life that ant to the rule, the gentlewoman from life and legacy of Earl Shinhoster and he had never had a real job, just a calling and Virginia (Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS) and the also to pay tribute and recognize the a movement. gentleman from Illinois (Mr. Davis) tremendous work of the NAACP. He served as the NAACP director of the each will control 20 minutes. As a matter of fact, I was in Decatur, Southeast until he was called in 1995 to be The Chair recognizes the gentle- Illinois, Saturday with the Illinois acting director and chief executive officer of woman from Virginia (Mrs. JO ANN chapters and there are so many simi- the national organization. DAVIS). larities and so many things are rel- While in the South, he traveled to every GENERAL LEAVE evant. So I simply thank all of them. meeting he could attend, in cities, on farms, in Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. I commend the life and the work of the poorest areas of the poorest area of our Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that Earl Shinhoster. nation. No one was beneath him; no one was all Members may have 5 legislative Mr. Speaker, I have no further re- too poor or oppressed for his attention, love days within which to revise and extend quests for time, and I yield back the and service. their remarks on the bill, H.R. 2454. balance of my time. Few of us have served so well and so con- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. sistently as Earl Shinhoster. Few have asked objection to the request of the gentle- Speaker, I yield myself 1 minute to for less compensation or sought less recogni- woman from Virginia? conclude. tion. He was a servant of the people, of free- There was no objection. Mr. Speaker, I think we have all dom and of God. Earl Shinhoster was a grad- Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. heard how much Mr. Shinhoster was uate of Morehouse College, where I also grad- Speaker, I yield myself such time as I admired and respected by his col- uated. may consume. leagues and how much he has done for When he died in that automobile accident, Mr. Speaker, H.R. 2454, introduced by Georgia. I urge all Members to support he was picked up by a chariot and taken to a our distinguished colleague, the gentle- this measure. higher place. He asked for no praise, but he woman from California (Ms. WATSON), Mr. BISHOP. Mr. Speaker, if I were asked will never be forgotten. Where he walked, designates the facility of the United to describe Earl T. Shinhoster in a single there remains traces of his life on the hearts States Postal Service located at 5472 word, ‘‘patriot’’ would be the first that would of everyone. We must all be grateful for his Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles, come to mind. life and sing his memory in our songs. California as the Congressman Julian From his teen-age years until his untimely Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. C. Dixon Post Office. Members of the death at 47, he devoted his life to making the Speaker, I yield back the balance of entire House delegation from the State promises so eloquently expressed in the Dec- my time. of California are co-sponsors of this laration of Independence and the U.S. Con- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. legislation. stitution—promises such as justice, oppor- QUINN). The question is on the motion Julian C. Dixon served as a Member tunity, and the freedom to pursue one’s offered by the gentlewoman from Vir- of Congress representing the Los Ange- dreams—apply to every citizen. ginia (Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS) that the les, California area. Mr. Dixon served We could also call him a ‘‘relentless fighter’’ House suspend the rules and pass the 10 terms in the U.S. House and had just and a ‘‘thoughtful leader.’’ bill, H.R. 2261. been elected to an 11th term when he Earl Shinhoster exemplified all of these The question was taken; and (two- passed away in December of last year. qualities during three decades of service with thirds having voted in favor thereof) Congressman Dixon was a tireless ad- the NAACP. As executive director and chief the rules were suspended and the bill vocate of civil rights and as the highest economic officer, he achieved renewed sta- was passed. ranking Democrat on the Permanent bility by sharply increasing membership and A motion to reconsider was laid on Select Committee on Intelligence, a reducing indebtedness. As director of the the table. highly respected voice on national se- Voter Empowerment Project, he increased curity issues. He was also a friend of registration and opened the political process to f many Members of this House and will thousands of people. During the last census, be sorely missed. he worked diligently to boost participation by CONGRESSMAN JULIAN C. DIXON Mr. Speaker, I urge adoption of H.R. African Americans in an effort to ensure that POST OFFICE BUILDING 2454, as amended. every American would be counted. Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of In one of his final public appearances, he Speaker, I move to suspend the rules my time. urged fellow members of the NAACP to al- and pass the bill (H.R. 2454) to redesig- Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I ways keep fighting for the cause of human- nate the facility of the United States yield myself such time as I may con- ity—and to always uphold the values they Postal Service located at 5472 sume. learned in their family, church and school. He Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles, Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride was a man of courage, of commitment and of California, as the ‘‘Congressman Julian and pleasure that I stand to help honor principle. C. Dixon Post Office Building,’’ as and pay tribute to the late Congress- Mr. Speaker, I urge our colleagues to sup- amended. man Julian Dixon. Julian grew up in port H.R. 2261, a bill introduced by my col- The Clerk read as follows: California, went to school, went in to

VerDate Aug 04 2004 10:04 Apr 25, 2005 Jkt 089102 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 0688 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR01\H16OC1.001 H16OC1 19902 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—HOUSE October 16, 2001 the military, returned home, finished lect Committee on Intelligence. His would be honored by the amount of college, went to law school, became a colleagues in the House and within the support that this bill has received. member of the California assembly. He U.S. intelligence establishment have Once again, I thank my colleagues, was a graduate of California State Uni- often commented on how they valued and I urge a huge vote for H.R. 2454. versity in 1962 and a 1967 graduate of Julian’s experience and wisdom on Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Southwest University Law School in questions of national security. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my Los Angeles. He served in the military With the risk and challenges of time. from 1957 to 1960, rising to the rank of America’s current struggle against ter- Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I sergeant before returning home where rorism, Julian’s contribution to this ef- yield 4 minutes to the distinguished he practiced law. fort will be sorely missed by his gentlewoman from the District of Co- Mr. Dixon got involved in public ac- friends, his colleagues and his constitu- lumbia (Ms. NORTON). tivities and public life. He was elected ents. Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I thank to the California assembly. He was the gentleman for yielding me this b 1715 elected to the U.S. House of Represent- time and also for his work in bringing atives where he served as a senior While serving his Nation, Julian forward this bill, and I thank the gen- member of the powerful Committee on never forgot about serving his commu- tlewoman from Virginia as well for her Appropriations where he once chaired nity back home in Los Angeles, Cali- work. the Subcommittee on the District of fornia, and in Culver City. When the I am particularly grateful to the gen- Columbia. In addition to serving as 1992 civil disturbances tore apart tlewoman from California, the worthy ranking Democrat on the House Per- neighborhoods in Los Angeles, Julian successor of Julian Dixon, for her work manent Select Committee on Intel- responded with creative ideas to re- early in her term in bringing forward a ligence, he served as chairman of the build neighborhoods and restore the bill that she will find unanimous agree- Committee on Standards of Official hope. He fought for aid to small busi- ment on, I am almost sure, in this Conduct. nesses and families impacted by the body. During the 1980’s, Julian Dixon was emergency. Typical of his approach Mr. Speaker, we like to think that the chairman of the Congressional was the ‘‘Angel Gate’’ program, which post offices are named on the basis of Black Caucus. He was noted as being a takes disadvantaged youth from inner sheer merit. I am not prepared to speak sound politician who was not only well city schools and gives them the oppor- in the aggregate, but I will vouch for respected among his colleagues but his tunity to get additional math and this one. No one was prepared for the constituents also. I was pleased to call science education from the California sudden death of Julian Dixon, or for him brother because we both were National Guard. When the Northridge that matter of any Member; and when members, and I still am, of Alpha Phi Earthquake struck Los Angeles in 1994, Julian died, he brought a huge plane Alpha fraternity where Julian was well Julian once again responded quickly to load of people from both parties to known, well respected and well loved. help his community recover. California to his funeral. Least pre- Mr. Speaker, I encourage all of my Julian’s commitment to Los Angeles pared, of course, were his own constitu- colleagues to support H.R. 2454, to was not limited to responding to crises. ents, if I may say so, and a close second name a post office the Julian C. Dixon He was a tireless booster of his commu- were the residents of the District of Co- Post Office Building. nity and worked to bring improve- lumbia, whom he served for 15 years as Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. ments to the lives of his constituents. Chair of the Subcommittee on the Dis- Speaker, I reserve the balance of my Many Angelenos probably remember trict of Columbia of the Committee on time. him as a moving force behind the con- Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I Appropriations. struction of the region’s public transit It should be enough to have a post of- yield 5 minutes to the gentlewoman infrastructure. Anyone from Los Ange- fice named for you because you were a from California (Ms. WATSON), the au- thor of this legislation. les knows that traffic is a constant good Member, or even that you served Ms. WATSON of California. Mr. challenge. Julian worked hard to find two districts, the way Julian did, his Speaker, I rise to speak in support of solutions to improve mobility for all own preeminently, but also the Dis- H.R. 2454, a bill I introduced to name a Angelenos. trict of Columbia; but I would like to United States post office in my con- But I believe that Julian’s most last- put forward four reasons why I think gressional district, and Julian’s, after ing legacy will be his commitment to this courthouse naming is especially the late Congressman Julian C. Dixon. civil rights. Julian represented a dis- merited: the unique institutional role Julian Dixon dedicated his life to trict that is still one of the most di- that Julian carved out in the Congress, serving his community. He ably rep- verse in the country, both in ethnic or- his prolific work as a model legislator, resented his friends, his neighbors, and igin and social economic status. his unique service to the District of Co- his constituents from Los Angeles and Throughout his career, he worked to lumbia, and the character and Culver City in Congress for over 2 dec- promote policies that would give all collegiality of this man, one of our ades. We went to high school together. Americans the opportunity they de- most admired in this House. I graduated the year ahead of him, and serve to share in the American Dream. First, institutionally. Julian not I followed him into the legislature. Julian was a tireless advocate for his only served his constituents with the When he went to Congress, I went to constituents, his community, and his most extraordinary excellence, he the Senate. I took his staff, who re- Nation. The ‘‘Congressman Julian C. served this institution uniquely. He mained with me for over a decade. Dixon Post Office’’ can only be a small was Chair of the Committee on Stand- During his tenure, Julian served his part of the legacy of this great Amer- ards of Official Conduct when the community, his country and this insti- ican; but I am so proud to play a role Speaker of his party was brought be- tution by often taking on some of the in serving the memory of my class- fore the committee, and he was a Mem- toughest jobs here in Congress. Among mate, my friend, my neighbor, and my ber of the Permanent Select Com- those tough assignments was his chair- congressman, Julian C. Dixon. mittee on Intelligence advising on the manship of the House Committee on H.R. 2454, I am proud to say, has been security of the United States of Amer- Standards of Official Conduct. As cosponsored by 69 of Julian’s House ica. Very difficult assignments, which chairman of this ethics panel, Julian colleagues from both parties; and I he performed, passionate man though was praised for the even-handed and de- would like to thank Speaker HASTERT, he was, with such balance and non- liberate manner in which he handled Leader GEPHARDT, the gentleman from partisanship that his stature grew in difficult cases involving his colleagues Texas (Mr. ARMEY), the gentleman this House to a towering dimension. He in the House. from Michigan (Mr. BONIOR), and the served on both these committees at Julian also served as the most senior entire California delegation for their very difficult periods in the life of this Democrat on the House Permanent Se- cosponsorship. I am certain that Julian body.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 10:04 Apr 25, 2005 Jkt 089102 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 0688 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR01\H16OC1.001 H16OC1 October 16, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—HOUSE 19903 Second, his work as a legislator and Angeles with over 84 percent of the he performed on behalf of the constitu- as a model for other Members, Julian vote. He enjoyed immense bipartisan ents he loved and faithfully served. was fifth on the Committee on Appro- support among his peers. He was known Nonetheless, I am proud to offer my priations when he died. He had been for his integrity, patience, intellect political support on behalf of H.R. 2454. named one of 12 unsung heroes for his and diligence. Those qualities served Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I sheer ability to gather support for his him particularly well during his tenure yield 3 minutes to the gentlewoman position on appropriations and in the as the ranking Democrat on the House from California (Ms. WOOLSEY). Congress. Of course, he brought mil- Permanent Select Committee on Intel- Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, Con- lions of dollars to his own district in ligence and as a senior member of the gressman Julian Dixon was a legisla- California; but he will be remembered Committee on Appropriations. He pre- tive pioneer and a trusted colleague. It just as much as the architect of appro- viously chaired the Subcommittee on is only fitting that this post office in priations in the national interest, espe- the District of Columbia for the full Los Angeles be named as a testament cially civil rights. Committee on Appropriations. At a to his legendary career. Third, his unique role in service to time when allies for the District were During Julian’s 22 years in Congress, the Nation’s Capital. Here was a labor few in numbers, Julian’s efforts were, he worked tirelessly as an advocate for of love, Mr. Speaker. Because you get indeed, Herculean. the people of the 32nd district of Cali- nothing for being Chair of the Sub- Leadership was always his calling; fornia, as well as for all of the people of committee on the District of Columbia. and during the 1980s, he served as the California and of the people of this Na- Of course, this was a native Washing- chairman of the Congressional Black tion. tonian whose parents took him to Cali- Caucus. His leadership was under a mi- One of Julian’s most notable, but fornia. That should have been enough croscope and bright lights during his perhaps lesser-known, accomplish- for Julian to say ‘‘bye-bye, D.C.’’ In- term as chairman of the Committee on ments came in 1994, when he spear- stead, he, in fact, for 14 years, worked Standards of Official Conduct. Julian’s headed the passage of a bill that pro- tough love with great respect for self- chairmanship coincided with the turbu- vided $8.6 billion in relief for the Los government and democracy in the Na- lent era of House scrutiny that focused Angeles earthquake victims, and spe- tion’s Capital. on ethics violations by a former illus- cifically forbade using the funds for Finally, the man himself. Here is a trious Democratic Speaker of the discrimination on the basis of sexual Member who ranks among the most ad- House, who was later forced to resign. orientation. mired. If there were a list of all-time Julian Dixon had the unenviable task b 1730 most admired, Julian Dixon is going to of conducting a fair and impartial bi- be right up there near the top. Why? partisan investigation of a well-re- This was the first time language ban- Character, temperament, for spected Speaker. With his quiet and ning sexual discrimination was in- collegiality, for intelligence, for hard calm demeanor, Julian dispelled false cluded in Federal law. work. notions that he could not be fair in Julian was a great hero. He was a He was a man of few words. He did conducting a historic investigation. He great hero for human rights. We in this not jump up on this House floor every proved his detractors wrong and re- body must follow his example. We must time we were in session just to say ceived kudos for his impartiality. build on the essence of his inclusive vi- what everybody else was already say- An astute politician, Representative sion. Mr. Speaker, we miss Julian. ing. And people, therefore, listened, Dixon was also a staunch ally of the Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I stopped to listen, stopped to hear, be- defense industry in California. As a yield myself such time as I may con- cause they knew when Julian spoke it member of the Subcommittee on De- sume. was worth hearing. fense, he planned his work and worked Mr. Speaker, I have no further re- In naming a courthouse for Julian his plan until he delivered the scope of quests for time, although I note that Dixon, we only begin the process of appropriations necessary to ensure the the gentleman from California (Mr. honoring a man of the House who al- competitiveness of defense contracting FARR) and the gentleman from Georgia ways will be remembered, I believe, in companies in Southern California. (Mr. LEWIS) were desirous of making the House that he loved. Julian was committed to ensuring comments relative to the contributions Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I that the Los Angeles transportation made by Representative Dixon. I know yield 3 minutes to the distinguished system would accommodate the needs all of the brothers of our fraternity, gentlewoman from California (Ms. of his citizens. He was especially atten- Alpha Phi Alpha, every time they visit MILLENDER-MCDONALD). tive to expanding the commuter rail. California and get an opportunity, each Ms. MILLENDER-McDONALD. Mr. His efforts were instrumental in ena- one of them will go by and visit the Ju- Speaker, let me first thank the gen- bling employees to reach work via rail lian C. Dixon Post Office. tleman from Illinois and the gentle- as opposed to having to rely on per- Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentle- woman from Virginia for their manage- sonal vehicles. woman from Virginia for her courtesy. ment of this bill, and my dear friend The premature death of Representa- Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance and colleague, the gentlewoman from tive Dixon surprised all of us, because of my time. California (Ms. WATSON), for sponsoring as elected officials from Southern Cali- Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. this important piece of legislation. fornia, we relied on his steadfastness Speaker, I yield myself 30 seconds. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay hom- and consistency. Although his passing Mr. Speaker, I urge all of my col- age to the late Julian Dixon, the great created a tremendous sense of loss for leagues to support H.R. 2454. I did not Congressman who represented the 32nd the members of the Congressional have the opportunity to know Mr. Congressional District of California. Black Caucus, it sparked a resurgence Dixon, but he sounds like a great man Julian Dixon served in the House of of political rededication by local elect- and I urge all of my colleagues to sup- Representatives with distinction and ed officials to seize the mantle of lead- port this measure. honor. He was a personal friend whom ership and fill the void. Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I admired and respected. It is appro- Julian cast a giant political shadow, I rise today in strong support of this legislation priate and fitting that we are honoring and we continue to reflect on his last- which will redesignate the postal facility at his life and political legacy by redesig- ing political contributions. I treasure 5472 Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles as nating the post office located at 5472 my service in Congress with my former the ‘‘Congressman Julian C. Dixon Post Office Crenshaw Boulevard in his name. colleague. The naming of this post of- Building,’’ in honor of my colleague and friend Julian Dixon was a tireless public fice in his name is a small symbol of Congressman Julian C. Dixon of California. servant. He aspired to and succeeded in our congressional gratitude for his There is much that I could say, but a day, a effectively representing his constitu- work. But our efforts pale in compari- week, even a month would not allow me ents. Julian won reelection in west Los son to the wonderful and many deeds enough time to express all that Julian C.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 10:04 Apr 25, 2005 Jkt 089102 PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 0688 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR01\H16OC1.001 H16OC1 19904 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—HOUSE October 16, 2001 Dixon was to his family, colleagues, friends, The 106th Congress marked Congressman and loyally committed to his constituents. A constituents nor to God’s good works here on Dixon’s 11th term in the House of Representa- perfect example of this is the effort he put earth. tives. His work as a public servant was highly forth in 1994 to introduce and spearhead the A son is a mother’s and father’s best hopes respected, and his stature as a statesman un- passage of a bill providing $8.6 billion in relief and dreams personified. A husband is a wife’s matched. For this reason and many others, for Los Angeles earthquake victims. Because best friend, companion and advisor. A father is members from both sides of the aisle will miss this bill specifically forbade discrimination on a counselor, aide and active participant in the Julian. Julian Dixon, while serving in the the basis of sexual orientation, it set a prece- lives of his children. Congressman is the title United States House of Representative, lived dent as the first language banning discrimina- bestowed to those among us who are selected the lessons of his life in earnest—truth, justice, tion based on sexual orientation being in- by the residents of our communities to rep- equality, and compassion for all. cluded in federal law. However, this was not resent the people’s interest in our nation’s de- God called Julian to Himself and now it is the only time he set precedent. While on the mocracy. A leader among Members of Con- our heavy burden to continue Congressman Appropriations Committee, he successfully gress demonstrates himself as a pillar of Dixon’s example without his guidance and ma- lead the fight for federal funding of Los Ange- strength for our community of public servants turity. This postal dedication is a fitting tribute les area public transportation measures—spe- who populate the halls of power within federal to a man whose, selflessness, compassion, cifically its much-needed Metro Rail subway government. and patriotism serves as a beacon to all citi- project. Additionally, he responded to constitu- These are only a few of the titles that the zens of this national committed to living in a ents needs by making constant inroads on Honorable Julian C. Dixon gathered during his better America. crime and gang prevention, by committing brief 66 years with us. Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong sup- himself to improving Los Angeles schools, and Congressman Dixon honorably represented port of H.R. 2454, to dedicate a U.S. Postal by obtaining a ‘‘dire emergency’’ supplemental the residents of the 32nd Congressional Dis- Service facility in Los Angeles after the late appropriations bill after the Los Angeles riots trict for twenty-two years. He was first elected Congressman Julian Dixon. to meet emergency needs in his district and Representative Dixon proudly represented in 1978 to serve the residents of the 32nd Dis- other affected areas. trict of California, which includes the greater west Los Angeles as a Member of Congress from 1979 until his untimely passing in 2000. Julian Dixon is a true example of the dif- Crenshaw community, parts of West Los An- ference one person’s passion can make upon geles, and the city of Culver City. Julian Dix- He was the ranking Democrat on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence the lives of the American people and the way on’s reputation as an intelligent, politically government works. His life-long commitment savvy team player with high ethics and tough and a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, where he tirelessly worked to ex- to improving his city and country is truly com- judgement made him a mover and shaker on mendable and will not be forgotten. Capitol Hill from his earliest days here in pand and uphold civil rights. Representative Dixon worked hard to rep- Mr. BISHOP. Mr. Speaker, when Julian Washington, DC. resent his district and beyond. He was a Dixon became chairman of the House Ethics Julian Dixon was appointed to the House champion and leading supporter of the Los Committee some years ago, a reporter asked Appropriations Committee and rose quickly to Angeles commuter rail system. He was known a political scholar at one of Washington’s become chairman of the District of Columbia for his efforts to boost the economic standards think-tanks to evaluate the veteran House Subcommittee, where he championed the of his district and maintain the nation’s com- member from California. The scholar thought cause of disenfranchised District of Columbia mitment to uphold basic human rights. for a moment, and answered that he was basi- residents for a larger voice their city’s govern- Representative Julian Dixon was regarded cally a quiet man—but one who was also ex- ance. As a member of the Appropriation Sub- as a leader, friend, and mentor to many of us. tremely bright, deep, thoughtful, tough, and committee on Defense; the Subcommittee on I urge my colleagues to support this bill to extraordinarily effective. Commerce, Justice, State, and Judiciary; and designate the post office in honor of Rep- To those of us who knew him and served the Subcommittee on the District of Columbia resentative Julian Dixon and his heroic work with him, he was all of these things during his he always put people first, and did so with a throughout his lifetime. many years of legislative service—and more! spirit of cooperation and conviction rarely Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I would like to To me, he was a mentor and friend. When found in these hallowed halls. take this opportunity to honor the memory of As a member of the House Appropriations I arrived in Congress, I soon recognized that Representative Julian Dixon by strongly sup- while his style may have been low-key, he Committee Congressman Dixon found ways to porting the redesignation of the facility of the balance the needs of poorer residents of his was truly an impressive mover and shaker United States Postal Service located in Los who was achieving many things others were District with those holding large economic in- Angeles, California, as the ‘‘Congressman Ju- terests. For example, he sponsored a loan unable to achieve—one who was uplifting the lian C. Dixon Post Office Building.’’ poor and disadvantaged protecting the integ- guarantee act for small businesses hurt by Born in Washington, D.C., Dixon moved to military base closings and defense contract rity of the legislative process, and building a Los Angeles where he attended California stronger and more secure country. terminations. State University at Los Angeles and earned a While he fought as hard as anyone I know Julian Dixon believed in helping the helpless law degree at Southwestern University. A for causes he believed in, he fought truthfully and proud to stand under that banner. He was bold, consistent voice for minority rights, Dixon and fairly. And, when it was over, he invariably not apologetic, as some have been, because devoted his life to serving Los Angeles, D.C., retained the deep respect and friendship of of the scorn shown to public servants that and the country as a whole. work for justice and equity for the poorest Starting out as an attorney, he spent three those with whom he differed. There are many Americans, while insuring fairness for all. In years in the California State Legislature where fighters, but only a rare few who end up bring- living his convictions to serve all of his con- he rose to the post of chairman of the Assem- ing people closer together. stituents he stepped in with ‘‘dire emergency’’ bly’s Democratic Caucus before running to It is a privilege to rise in support of H.R. supplements for Los Angeles after the riots in represent the area of west Los Angeles in the 2454 to designate a Post Office in his home- 1992 and the Northridge earthquake in Janu- U.S. Congress. Once there, he tirelessly town of Los Angeles as the ‘‘Congressman Ju- ary 1994. served his district, which stretches from lian C. Dixon Post Office Building.’’ Because of his impeccable character and Koreatown to Culver City and from Cheviot Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, I urge my col- commitment to the Democratic Party he Hills to Crenshaw, for eleven impressive leagues to support H.R. 2454, a bill that would chaired the rules committee at the Democratic terms. name the U.S. post office facility on Crenshaw National Convention in 1989. Later in 1989 he Dixon served on the Ethics and Appropria- Boulevard in Los Angeles after my good friend chaired the House ethics Committee where he tions Committees, was the ranking Democrat Julian Dixon, who served in the House from also served with distinction. In acknowledge- on the House Permanent Select Committee on 1979 until his death last December. ment of his keen leadership, In Janaury 1999, Intelligence, and chaired the subcommittee Julian was a giant of a man and a great leg- Minority Leader RICHARD GEPHARDT pointed overseeing the District of Columbia. Addition- islator. I was fortunate to have the opportunity the Congressman ranking member on the ally, he served as a chairman of the Congres- to know and work with him for three decades. House Permanent Select Committee on Intel- sional Black Caucus. He never asked for public credit or press at- ligence, making him the highest—ranking He was a relentless, charismatic leader of tention. He simply worked hard and effectively Democrat on this exclusive 16-member panel. civil rights, education, and urban development for our country and the people he served. His

VerDate Aug 04 2004 10:04 Apr 25, 2005 Jkt 089102 PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 0688 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR01\H16OC1.001 H16OC1 October 16, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—HOUSE 19905 leadership over the years on the Appropria- I am grateful to have served with Julian it was that belief which invariably helped him tions, Defense, Ethics and Intelligence Com- Dixon and I know his constituents were grate- win the day. mittees and in the Congressional Black Cau- ful for his service. Julian was one of those all- As future generations pass by the Postal cus earned him the respect and admiration of too-rare Members of Congress who had the Service at 5472 Crenshaw Boulevard in Los all Members of Congress. Julian never failed ability to approach the most difficult and divi- Angeles, I hope they too will appreciate the to rise above partisanship for the good of the sive questions in a judicious, thoughtful, and values, the service and dedication which char- Congress and our nation. non-partisan manner. Julian served with dis- acterized the life of Julian C. Dixon. Congressman Dixon was a great statesman. tinction in many roles in Congress, but his I was proud to serve with him and proud to I urge the passage of this fitting tribute. work as Chair of the Ethics Committee and have him as a friend. Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise Chair of the District of Columbia Appropria- Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. in strong support of H.R. 2454, to name a tions Subcommittee perfectly illustrate his Speaker, I yield back the balance of Post Office in Los Angeles, California after my commitment to take on thankless tasks in an my time. friend, mentor, and fellow Angeleno, Con- effort to make his country a better place. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. gressman Julian Dixon. This was a man who truly connected with QUINN). The question is on the motion And I commend my colleague, Congress- the people, regardless of where they lived. offered by the gentlewoman from Vir- IANE ATSON woman D W , for sponsoring this fit- There was never a time when he was too ginia (Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS) that the ting legislation. busy to talk to those who wanted to bend his House suspend the rules and pass the I had the privilege of knowing Julian Dixon ear; the Rayburn subway driver, the com- bill, H.R. 2454, as amended. for many years, including the years he served mittee secretary, and of course, there was al- The question was taken; and (two- with my father, Congressman Edward R. Roy- ways time to talk to a former staffer. To name thirds having voted in favor thereof) bal, in the 1970s and 80s. this post office for Julian Dixon is to give prop- the rules were suspended and the bill, Julian Dixon’s achievements during his er tribute to a man who dedicated his life to nearly three-decade tenure as a legislator are as amended, was passed. public service. The title of the bill was amended so too numerous to recount. Mr. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to He was chairman of the House ethics com- as to read: ‘‘A bill to redesignate the join my colleagues in honoring the late Julian facility of the United States Postal mittee, maintaining bipartisanship on a tradi- C. Dixon. I had the distinct pleasure of coming tionally partisan committee. A fighter in the Service located at 5472 Crenshaw Bou- to Congress with Mr. Dixon in 1978 and it is levard in Los Angeles, California, as struggle for civil rights, he brought that com- with a heavy heart that I pay tribute to him mitment to his chairmanship of the District of the ‘Congressman Julian C. Dixon Post today as a cosponsor of H.R. 2454 to redesig- Office’.’’. Columbia Appropriations subcommittee where nate the U.S. Postal Service facility located at A motion to reconsider was laid on he was a strong advocate for the rights of DC 5422 Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles, the table. residents. Recognizing his leadership capabili- California as the Julian C. Dixon Post Office ties, Julian was elected Chairman of the influ- Building. f ential Congressional Black Caucus in the With only four Democrats in that year’s COMMUNICATION FROM THE HON- 1980s. More recently, he served as ranking freshman class, Mr. Dixon and I became fast ORABLE CAROLYN B. MALONEY, democrat on the prestigious and demanding friends and close confidants. From the start, I MEMBER OF CONGRESS Select Intelligence Committee. greatly admired his political sophistication and While Julian accomplished many great extraordinary sensitivity. His reliably liberal The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- things during his tenure in the House of Rep- voice served as a consistent champion for mi- fore the House the following commu- resentatives, his first and most cherished pri- norities, but was decidedly silent during par- nication from the Hon. CAROLYN B. ority was always his constituents and his Los tisan wrangling. For this and many other rea- MALONEY, Member of Congress: Angeles-area community. sons, Mr. Dixon was held by the California CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES, Whether it was fighting for emergency fund- delegation as the moral compass of our State. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, ing for Los Angeles after the riot in 1992 and This body has lost a distinguished gentleman, Washington, DC, October 10, 2001. Hon. J. DENNIS HASTERT, the Northridge earthquake in 1994, or advo- but will forever be richer in his memory. cating on behalf of the Los Angeles public Speaker, House of Representatives, Washington, Ms. HARMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong DC. transportation system, Julian Dixon was a de- support of H.R. 2454, which would name the DEAR MR. SPEAKER: This is to formally no- voted and effective legislator. United States Postal Service located at 5472 tify you pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules His constituents and community will con- Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles in honor of the House that I have received a subpoena tinue to benefit from his great legacy of serv- of our colleague and friend, Julian C. Dixon. for testimony and documents issued by the ice for many years to come. As many have already said, Julian was a Supreme Court of New York. I can think of no more appropriate tribute wonderful person. His strength flowed from his After consultation with the Office of Gen- than to have a community institution, such as quiet, yet determined, manner. His success eral Counsel, I have determined that the sub- this post office, named after Julian Dixon—for derived from his friendliness and good humor poena for testimony does not comply with the requirements of Rule VIII. Julian was and continues to be a true institu- and his ability to fill the shoes of other individ- tion in his community and throughout our great Sincerely, uals, even adversaries. CAROLYN B. MALONEY, state of California. As chairman of the District of Columbia Ap- Member of Congress. Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in propriations Subcommittee, in particular, he f support of H.R. 2454, designating the Con- demonstrated that influence is often more gressman Julian Dixon Post Office in Los An- powerful when not exercised and that the abil- RECESS geles, California. ity of Congress to legislate outcomes is often The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Julian Dixon was a true statesman who counter-productive when actually used. He ant to clause 12 of rule I, the Chair de- served his constituents in California, and the had a deep respect for the citizens of the Dis- clares the House in recess until ap- people of the United States with great distinc- trict, as he did for his own constituents. proximately 6:30 p.m. today. tion for over 20 years. Julian cared passion- The respect this chamber had for Julian is Accordingly (at 5 o’clock and 31 min- ately for the poor and worked to see that their evident by the difficult assignments he was utes p.m.), the House stood in recess interests were heard in Washington. With se- asked to undertake, including chairing the until approximately 6:30 p.m. rene eloquence, Julian worked to increase di- House Committee on Standards for two suc- versity on the Hill, successfully initiated and cessive Congresses. Just prior to his death, f funded residential programs for ‘‘at risk’’ youth he was the ranking member on the House In- b 1833 in the inner city, and provided training and telligence Committee, on which I also served AFTER RECESS education to the high school students of his and where I had the opportunity to witness district in the high-tech defense industry for, both his love for our nation and his deep con- The recess having expired, the House as he once stated, ‘‘what good is it to have cerned about its security. was called to order by the Speaker pro high tech weapons and inadequate training for Julian was the consummate legislator. He tempore (Mr. HAYES) at 6 o’clock and 33 the kids who will be using them?’’ believed in the innate goodness of people and minutes p.m.

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