E886 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 10, 2016 Palmer worked over 175 cases per year with tion as a Mansfield Fellow. Mr. Gabbert is COMMEMORATING THE 60TH ANNI- a solvability rate of 94.6 percent and a convic- among ten federal government officials who VERSARY OF THE NATIONAL AS- tion rate of 99.7 percent. will begin the year-long Mike Mansfield Fellow- SOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND In February, 2015, Chief Palmer was pro- ship Program in Japan this year. Congress es- EMPLOYERS moted from Investigator to Captain. After a tablished the Mansfield Fellowship Program in brief stint as Captain, Chief Palmer was pro- 1994 to build a corps of U.S. government offi- HON. CHARLES W. DENT moted to his current position as Chief in Octo- cials with substantial Japan expertise. Since OF PENNSYLVANIA ber, 2015. Chief Palmer has an excellent staff then one hundred and forty Fellows—rep- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that includes fifteen (15) police officers, six (6) resenting twenty-seven U.S. government Friday, June 10, 2016 dispatchers, a Court Clerk and a Deputy Court agencies, commissions and the U.S. Con- Clerk. Chief Palmer works diligently each day Mr. DENT. Mr. Speaker, I would like to gress—have entered the Fellowship Program. to make sure all employees are updated with honor the National Association of Colleges hourly classes to make them better Dis- Mr. Gabbert is a member of the twenty-first and Employers—NACE—on its 60th anniver- patchers, Court Clerks and Officers. group of Mansfield Fellows, chosen through a sary of service to, leadership of, and advocacy Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me selective recruitment and vetting process. for the community of college career services in recognizing Chief Chris Palmer for his dedi- Japan has long been an important part of Mr. professionals and HR/recruiting professionals cation to serving our great state of Mississippi. Gabbert’s life, and he is highly qualified for who are focused on the employment of the college educated. Located in Bethlehem, PA, f this unique professional development oppor- tunity. He spent part of his childhood and early NACE boasts more than 10,000 members REMEMBERING DAVID GILKEY across the country who perform work vital to career in Japan, and continued this engage- our national labor force and national interests. HON. EARL BLUMENAUER ment during law school and in private practice. Founded in 1956, NACE supports the crit- OF OREGON As a Senior Special Counsel at the U.S. Se- ical work of its members through research, ad- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES curities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Mr. vocacy, and professional development and serves the greater public by providing key Friday, June 10, 2016 Gabbert helped develop a cross-border regu- latory framework for the over-the-counter data and insight to further the goals and Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, last Sun- (OTC) derivatives markets and the global fi- dreams of those who choose higher education day, David Gilkey, an NPR photojournalist nancial institutions active in those markets. His as their path to a rewarding and successful from Portland, Oregon, was killed with his Mansfield Fellowship will give him the contacts career. NACE’s initiatives expand beyond its Afghani translator, Zabihullah Tamanna, in a and understanding needed to facilitate U.S. membership to also serve the larger national Taliban ambush in Afghanistan. Japan coordination in this area, coordination community and help our graduates achieve I cannot express fully my gratitude for Da- that is critical for a smooth transition to this successful outcomes. To that end, NACE has vid’s tireless commitment to his profession. undertaken efforts to ensure new college grad- His evocative, powerful work, and many con- new regulatory framework in our countries and globally uates can transition into the job market with tributions to NPR will be remembered for gen- the competencies they need to succeed and erations. Mr. Gabbert will begin his Fellowship in to keep our nation competitive in the global Graduating from Wilson High School in Port- Japan this summer with a seven-week marketplace. land in 1985, David followed the path of his fa- homestay and language training in Ishiltawa As NACE continues to look to the future and ther, Richard Gilkey, to Oregon State Univer- Prefecture. This will be followed by ten months address critical issues facing our labor force, sity, before following his passion of photo- of practical experience in Japanese govern- employment community, and country, I con- journalism at the Boulder Daily Camera, and ment offices in Tokyo. During his placements gratulate NACE on this 60th anniversary and then the Detroit Free Press before joining he will work side-by-side with Japanese finan- wish it continued growth and prosperity in the NPR in 2007. cial regulators. He will seek to understand the years ahead. David covered conflict areas from around Japanese response to the 2008 financial crisis f the globe, ethnic violence in Rwanda and the and its aftermath, particularly the legislative TRIBUTE TO LARRY WILLIAMS Balkans, apartheid in South Africa, famine in and regulatory reforms designed to increase AND JEVON GRAHAM, ASSIST- Somalia and violence in the Gaza Strip. Since transparency and stability in the OTC deriva- 2001 he extensively covered the wars in Iraq ANT CHIEFS, CLEARWATER FIRE tives markets. He also will explore current and Afghanistan. & RESCUE issues in the implementation of these reforms He was one of the most decorated of photojournalists, winning an Emmy in 2007 for in Japan, including the challenges of cross- border regulation and supervision of these HON. DAVID W. JOLLY a documentary video series and receiving 36 OF FLORIDA markets, in order to support effective domestic honors from the White House. In 2015, he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES regulatory efforts. was the first multimedia journalist to be award- Friday, June 10, 2016 ed the Corporation for Public Broadcasting’s As a senior member of the House Foreign prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award for Jour- Affairs Committee and its Subcommittee on Mr. JOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to rec- ognize two men, Larry Williams and Jevon nalism. the Asia-Pacific, I understand the important Graham, and congratulate them for being David and journalists like him play an es- role Japan plays in the global economy and named Assistant Chiefs of Clearwater Fire and sential role in helping us all better understand the critical need to coordinate with Japan on global events, putting themselves in harm’s Rescue. financial and other matters. Close coordination Larry Williams and Jevon Graham were re- way to open the world’s window for the rest of requires U.S. government officials like Mr. us. They are true heroes. cently promoted to Assistant Fire Chiefs after Gabbert who are prepared to develop the con- achieving the top two scores among 43 appli- Our hearts go out to David’s mother and fa- tacts and expertise needed to facilitate their ther, Alyda and Richard Gilkey, his circle of cants for the position. Mr. Williams and Mr. agencies’ work on Japan-related programs. family and friends, and to his entire NPR fam- Graham, the first African American administra- ily for their loss. I ask my colleagues to join me in congratu- tors in the history of the department, are mak- ing strides in their field and helping pave the f lating Mr. Gabbert on his selection as a Mans- field Fellow. I am confident his Mansfield Fel- way for future generations of the Clearwater CONGRATULATING RICHARD lowship experience will enhance the work of Fire and Rescue teams. GABBERT ON HIS SELECTION AS the SEC and deepen its cooperation with In the City of Clearwater, there are 196 Fire A MANSFIELD FELLOW Japan. and Rescue employees and only 14 of them are African-American, comprising seven per- I hope you will also join me in recognizing cent of the force. Mr. Williams and Mr. Gra- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY the value of the Mike Mansfield Fellowship OF VIRGINIA ham’s promotion to Assistant Fire Chiefs is a Program and the opportunities it provides U.S. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tremendous step forward for the Tampa Bay government officials like Mr. Gabbert to learn area and I applaud Mr. Williams and Mr. Gra- Friday, June 10, 2016 about Japan and its government and to ham for their efforts in our community. Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today strengthen the U.S. relationship with this im- Mr. Williams’ own heroes and mentors were to congratulate Richard Gabbert on his selec- portant ally. firefighters who also broke racial barriers at

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We should never fail to recognize the irre- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Mr. Graham became a firefighter in 1998 placeable contributions of our service mem- in recognizing Mr. Tommy L McCullough for and at the time was one of three minority fire- bers, and we should never take their service his dedication to serving others. fighters in the department. He has worked for for granted. As civilians, it is often easy to go f 17 years with Clearwater Fire and Rescue in about our daily lives, enjoying our freedoms, various capacities including as a member of without remembering the sacrifices that pur- THE GIFT, RUNNING ON THE WIND, the dive team, technical rescue team, and as chased them. THE BREEZE—IN HONOR OF a lieutenant for 12 years. He will serve as As- Robert Gwin organized the first Support Our MIDFIELDER FRANK URSO sistant Chief of Health and Safety. Troops Rally 15 years ago, and the tradition Mr. Speaker, I want to thank and acknowl- has only grown stronger, with the rally drawing HON. MARKWAYNE MULLIN edge Mr. Graham and Mr. Williams for their larger crowds every year. This is a testament OF OKLAHOMA dedication to our community and to Clearwater to the value of institutions like Vietnam Vet- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES erans of America in demonstrating gratitude to Fire and Rescue. They are role models for Friday, June 10, 2016 Pinellas County. I ask that this body join me our troops who need to know how much their in thanking them for their service and wishing service means to the rest of us. Mr. MULLIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in them success in their new roles as Assistant The Support Our Troops Rally fosters a honor of The University of Maryland Midfielder Chiefs of Clearwater Fire and Rescue. strong sense of patriotism and appreciation in Frank Urso, who received the prestigious f our community. Most important, it helps us Teewaarton Legend Award on June 2nd at the convey our gratitude to our veterans and Native American Museum in Washington, DC. HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY troops, particularly those overseas in dan- Frank was a four-year 1st Team All American, OF MR. MCBURNETT JAMES gerous areas of the world. leading The Terps to two National Champion- KNOX, JR. f ships, and two National Championship finals in his four years at Maryland. He joins the likes HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND HONORING TOMMY L. of Jim Brown, Gary Gate, and Eamon MCCULLOUGH OF LOUISIANA McEnneny. I would like to submit this poem in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor of him and the Native Americans who HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON created the magnificent game of lacrosse, Friday, June 10, 2016 OF MISSISSIPPI penned by fellow teammate Albert Carey Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Caswell. to honor the life and legacy of Mr. McBurnett Friday, June 10, 2016 Long before Basket and Baseball or Football James Knox, Jr., better known as ‘‘Coach ever came to be Mac,’’ who passed away on May 29, 2016, at Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- All out across this great land this sweet the age of 89. er, I rise today to honor a remarkable public Country tis a thee Coach Mac served his country in the United servant, Mr. Tommy L. McCullough, who was Came on the wind, came running on the States Navy, and was a retired United States born in Pickens, Madison County, Mississippi breeze to the late parents of W.E.L. and Classie All out there upon those fields of green as so postal worker and longtime employee of the to be New Orleans Recreation Development Com- McCullough. He was the youngest of twenty But came The Native Americans so all at mission (NORD). He was best known as the siblings where ten (10) were added by mar- speed. longtime supervisor at the Pontchartrain Park riage. All in this their game of such intensity in New Orleans and legendary coach of the Mr. Tommy L. McCullough was raised in Of such power and might, grace and speed Pontchartrain Park Patriots. Valley View, Mississippi and attended Nichols As the fastest game on foot you’ll ever see Coach Mac coached every sport and activity School until the eighth grade. Later he went to Ah’ poetry in motion possible. His teams won city championships in Cameron Street High School and left to go to as is this sport of beauty and combat all the Army while he was in the 12th grade. interweaved. baseball, football, basketball, softball and As is Lacrosse their great gift to you and track. Coach Mac coached all-star teams in Mr. McCullough entered the Army on De- me. Babe Ruth Baseball, Biddy Basketball, and the cember 13, 1954, he was in the 25th Division A gift to Mankind which one day would in- National Youth Games. He was able to win at Scofield Barracks in Hawaii. While there an tercede both a state and a national championship in Honor Guard was formed after a few months Capturing little boys and girls hearts all at his career. Also, during Coach Mac’s four plus and height requirements were 5 feet 10 inches speed decades at the Pontchartrain Park, he ran a tall, but because he was sharp and intelligent With stick in hand as they become one to softball league for postal workers and other he was chosen to be a Guard, although he compete was 5 feet 8 inches tall. They later changed While, into the night against a wall chasing adult leagues. their dreams. Mr. Speaker, as a beneficiary of Coach the title from Guard to Drill Platoon. No one To Be The Best on fields of green. Mac’s commitment and sacrifice, I celebrate could handle a rifle the way Mr. McCullough Bagattaway, as it all began with the mag- his life and legacy, because he has touched handled it and he was recognized with many nificent Native Americans you see the lives of many children and citizens in New letters of congratulations for his performance Who are The Very Heart of what it all so Orleans, Louisiana. His wife preceded him in in the Drill Platoon, he also went to the Non- means to be an America indeed. death; however, my thoughts and prayers are Commission Officer Academy and received a A people of such character and courage, with his five children and the other members diploma. Within two years he went from a Pri- strength and speed vate to SP3 (Specialist 3rd class). There he Who to Nature so respect and heed. of his family. A race of people who were the antifascist of f stayed until his discharge on November 27, living free. 1956 and went back to Jackson, Mississippi. Running on the wind, the breeze. VVA SUPPORT OUR TROOPS He had many friends who were Civil Rights Training mighty warriors for the rigors of RALLY Activist, one of them was a Freedom Rider, combat, as they would bleed Mr. Jake Freeze, who was one of the leaders Turning boys to men, giving them the HON. KEITH J. ROTHFUS in the Freedom Riders Movement that lived in strength, training, and confidence they would need. OF PENNSYLVANIA his house in 1963, which was later called the Freedom House in Madison County. Pictures Running on the wind, the breeze, as all IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES across this Nation their great game are on the wall of the Civil Rights Museum in Friday, June 10, 2016 came to be Canton, Mississippi, today. As why to this day with such high regard the Mr. ROTHFUS. Mr. Speaker, on June 12, Mr. McCullough afterwards moved to Louis- world envies 2016, Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter ville, KY in 1965. He worked at Harshaws As they’d pass this game down through the 862 will sponsor its 15th annual Support Our Chemical Company for about five years. He generations to their families, from

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