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IN HONOR OF CHARLES W. English Channel from England to Normandy in grandchildren; and his extended family to cele- MEYERS, SR. occupied France. The collective cost to the brate faith, family and tradition. Mr. Taylor United States was terribly high, including more continues to be a source of strength and inspi- HON. NANCY PELOSI than 29,000 killed and 106,000 wounded and ration to his family and friends, and I wish him OF CALIFORNIA missing. and the entire Taylor family continued bless- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As a Member of Congress and the daughter ings of peace and joy. of a World War II veteran, I believe I have a f Thursday, September 16, 2010 duty to honor the men and women who coura- TRIBUTE TO PHIL GOLDING Ms. PELOSI. Madam Speaker, I rise today geously served our country and gave their to pay tribute to Charles W. Meyers, Sr., a lives at the Battle of Normandy. Earlier this much beloved San Francisco community lead- summer, I had the privilege of visiting the Bat- HON. TOM LATHAM er and public servant, who passed away on tle of Normandy Memorial Museum during a OF IOWA September 12. Charlie enthusiastically gave congressional delegation and was able to get IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his energy in service of the city and the coun- an up-close look at the strength and resilience Thursday, September 16, 2010 try he loved. He will be remembered for his of the Americans who served in the United Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- big heart, generous spirit, and the unwavering States armed forces during the invasion of ognize Phil Golding, a World War II Army vet- devotion of his friendship. Normandy. eran from Boone County, Iowa, and to ex- A proud native son of San Francisco, Char- Our country owes all veterans of this conflict press my appreciation for his dedication and lie discovered his passion for public service a great debt for their service. commitment to his country. early in life. After enlisting in the U.S. Army f The Boone News Republican is currently and serving in World War II, he was elected running a series of articles that honors one to the State Assembly as a 28 year old—mak- IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF MR. RONALD TAYLOR Boone County veteran every Tuesday from ing him one of the youngest members of the Memorial Day to Veterans Day. Phil Golding legislature at the time. was recognized on Tuesday, August 24. As an Assemblyman for the next 22 years, HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Below is the article in its entirety: Charlie vigorously sought to improve em- OF OHIO BOONE COUNTY VETERANS: PHIL GOLDING ployer-employee relations. He is an author of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (By Alexander Hutchins) the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act, which still Thursday, September 16, 2010 Not all military experiences are life-chang- stands as the state law regulating employee ing tales, fraught with peril and excitement. relations in the public sector. Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise For former Boone County resident Phil Charlie’s involvement in San Francisco life, today in honor of Mr. Ronald Taylor, a de- Golding, his experiences in the military were however, went far beyond his work in the state voted father, grandfather, mentor, friend, en- rather mundane. legislature. He was a valued member and ac- trepreneur, and United States Veteran, whose He was never shot at, ‘‘to my knowledge,’’ tive supporter of many organizations, including joyous life continues to be focused on family, he said. He never received, nor wanted, a the San Francisco Forum, Knights of Colum- faith, and service to community. Purple Heart. A Boone resident for nearly 50 Born in Wichita, Kansas on February 10, years, Golding, however, recalls his times in bus, Disabled American Veterans, and the the United States Army with fond memories, United Irish Cultural Center. In 2007, he was 1930, Mr. Taylor was the only child of parents with his three most volatile army jobs being honored for his work in public service by his Russell and Mildred Taylor. He moved fre- battery clerk, gas truck driver and ammo alma mater, the University of San Francisco. quently with his family until settling in Cleve- truck driver. San Franciscans have lost a beloved friend. land, Ohio. His parents taught him the impor- Golding was inducted into the U.S. Army I hope it is a comfort to his beloved wife tance of hard work, family and faith. They at Camp Dodge from Glidden, Iowa, in Car- Alene, his children Charlene Hansen, Chip guided him toward a solid education and sup- roll County, assigned to active duty on July ported all of his athletic endeavors. While at- 3, 1943, ‘‘policing the camp grounds for ciga- Meyers, and Gerri Brown, and his many rette butts’’ prior to the crowds of visitors grandchildren that many San Franciscans join tending Central High School in Cleveland, Mr. swarming into the area. them in mourning his passing. Taylor excelled in athletics and broke Jesse ‘‘I was given a G.I. haircut, clothes and f Owens’ high jump record. Mr. Taylor’s record equipment, then sent to a tank destroyer fa- still stands today. He continues to use the ex- cility at Camp Hood, Texas, for four months HONORING AMERICAN TROOPS periences of his youth to teach and guide his of infantry basic training before spending 41⁄2 WHO DIED ON D–DAY own children and grandchildren. months on campus at the University of Illi- Mr. Taylor blazed a path of independence nois in the Army Specialized Training Pro- SPEECH OF and achievement. He attained the level of gram ostensibly to be an engineer,’’ Golding recalled. ‘‘This changed when the war in Af- HON. BETTY McCOLLUM Eagle Scout, only the second African Amer- rica, Italy and Europe called for fresh OF MINNESOTA ican in Ohio to do so at the time. While at- blood.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tending Miami University of Ohio, he was a Golding, along with hundreds of other member of the U.S. Air Force ROTC. He was ‘‘non-essentials,’’ as he referred to himself, Tuesday, September 14, 2010 drafted into the U.S. Army, and served honor- were transported by troop train to the Ms. MCCOLLUM. Madam Speaker, I rise ably during WWII. He later continued his stud- Eighth Armored Division at Camp Polk, La. today in support of H. Res 1251, which recog- ies and became an attorney and real estate Before long, they would be replacing ar- mored units in combat zones, but first there nizes and honors the United States troops broker. He owned several successful law, tax were inspections. who fought and died on D-day at the Battle of and real estate businesses in Chicago, Cleve- ‘‘We spent the hot summer of 1944 being in- Normandy. land and Las Vegas. He continues to run a spected to death before the Germans got a On June 6, 1944, the Western Allies landed successful law practice, Ron Taylor & Associ- shot at us,’’ Golding said. ‘‘We boarded a in Northern France and opened up a major ates, in Oak Park, Illinois. troop ship in early fall. Somewhere, mid-At- military offensive against the Nazi German Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join lantic, a couple hundred of us below deck forces. After 5 years of worldwide warfare, the me in honor and recognition of Ronald Taylor, playing cards, writing home or reading, when something big banged hard against the bulk- Normandy invasion proved to be a critical who continues to serve as a leader and the head only a few feet away! We never knew turning point in pushing the United States and foundation of his family. Mr. Taylor will join what, but one officer didn’t wait to panic, he its allied forces to victory. D-day remains one this Labor Day weekend with his children, went bananas, bounding up the stairway of the greatest beach landings in world history, Kevin, Rennie, Reginald, Leah, Michael, Ron shouting, ‘Don’t panic . . . let me outta here! involving nearly 3 million troops crossing the Taylor, Jr., Ron II, Ronnetta, and Robin; his Let me outta here!’ ’’

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In your equipment on New Years Day: tanks, trucks, On August 1, 1960, Dresden Unit 1 entered long history, you have enriched the lives of 105 mm howitzers, and more. commercial operation and became the nation’s those who attend this event, the City of Indian- The soldiers were rushed across the chan- first full-scale, privately financed commercial apolis and our Latino community. It is an nel to Europe, but the Battle of the Bulge nuclear power plant. This feat alone marks a honor to represent a district as culturally di- was over by then, so the troops were held be- great accomplishment in human technological verse as Indianapolis, and our great city is hind the front lines, in reserve, freezing in advancement, but also an incredible contribu- privileged to host this event France for six long, cold weeks. tion towards the advancement of our society Golding recalls an incident next that hap- f pened in a muddy orchard. and the growth of surrounding communities. ‘‘We then pulled our trucks, heavy with Construction of Dresden Unit 1 began in A TRIBUTE TO STATE REP- ammo, into a pretty Dutch orchard, just be- June of 1957 on a site at the mouth of the Illi- RESENTATIVE ANNETTE POLLY fore the frost left, leaving our trucks axle- nois River near Morris, just 60 miles south- WILLIAMS deep in sod, eight-wheelers spinning, wench west of Chicago, and began generating elec- cables straining and shear pins shearing,’’ he tricity on April 15, 1960. Dresden Unit 1’s suc- HON. GWEN MOORE said. ‘‘After the tank-retriever drug us out cess was followed by the completion of Dres- OF WISCONSIN one by one, the poor Dutchman’s grove den Units 2 and 3 in 1970 and 1971, respec- looked like a plowed field. Even the road IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES past his farm looked plowed, ready to plant.’’ tively. Although Unit 1 has since been placed He also recalls a spectacular site during in dormancy, Units 2 and 3 continue to gen- Thursday, September 16, 2010 his time overseas serving in the Army. erate electricity for our local communities. Ms. MOORE of Wisconsin. Madam Speak- ‘‘Watching the bombers go east, then back Madam Speaker, I also rise to commemo- er, I rise today to pay tribute to my friend, a west, with bomb bays open and parachute rate the approximate 950 employees of the cords trailing was thrilling—we knew our dear former colleague and mentor to new leg- Dresden generation facility, and congratulate islators and a great stateswoman, Rep. An- paratroopers were on the other side of the all employees, past and present, for their hard river, waiting for us to cross the Rhine River nette Polly Williams. She is the longest serv- on a pontoon bridge,’’ Golding said. ‘‘The day work and contributions towards making our ing woman in the history of the Wisconsin after on the far side of the river was a dif- communities and our country a better place to State Legislature. Rep. Williams is retiring ferent thrill when our captain circled our live and for showing the world of the benefits from public office after 30 years of outstanding trucks on a hill, visible for miles, and we of clean and efficient nuclear energy. service to her constituents. took a few German artillery rounds. Not With Dresden’s annual contributions to the Affectionately known as Polly, she was born much happened where we were, I hurried local United Way, its sponsorship of the dressing and moved from the 200 rounds of in the Mississippi Delta region of Belzoni, Mis- Grundy County Corn Festival fireworks display sissippi and moved to Milwaukee when she steel cased white phosphorus 105 mm artil- and other donations and sponsorships to com- lery shells in our truck, which was my bed was 10 years old. She is a product of the pub- the night before.’’ munity organizations and events, the Dresden lic school system and fellow graduate of North The end of World War II was a strange Generating Station is a shining example of so- Division High School. Rep. Williams is com- sight for Golding. He recalls that he was cial responsibility and investing in the local mitted to ensuring that all children receive ac- near the Elbe River when he awoke to the community. cess to a good education. Out of her passion scene. As the 11th Congressional District is also to and commitment for education, she became ‘‘I got up one morning and wandered out home to Dresden’s sister-plants, Braidwood the back side of our barracks and there was the author/mother of the nation’s first true and LaSalle, I am proud to represent this facil- Educational Parental Choice Legislation. a whole battalion with rifles stacked and lin- ity in the United States Congress and I give ing up at a chow truck for breakfast, it took Rep. Williams has made her mark in other me a minute to realize this was a German thanks for all of Dresden’s past successes and areas. She founded the Black Women’s Net- battalion getting fed, with rifles stacked, ap- wish it the best in the future. work, the Milwaukee Parental Assistance Cen- parently unconcerned that they were in the f ter; the Black Leadership Organization. Fur- backyard of a bunch of American G.I.s, who ther, she was the co-founder of the African also seemed unconcerned,’’ he said. ‘‘More RECOGNITION OF THE 30TH curious than concerned.’’ ANNUAL LA PLAZA’S FIESTA American Alliance providing political leader- And so, the war ended, and Golding re- ship to Milwaukee’s African American commu- turned home to Boone, happy for his mili- ´ nity; founding member of the Wisconsin Afri- tary experience, and happy for his safe re- HON. ANDRE CARSON can American Women’s Center; and served as turn, albeit with a few more entertaining OF INDIANA the co-host for the ‘‘Tuesday Morning Break- stories than when he left. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fast Club’’ on a local radio station for many ‘‘Compared to most, my experiences in the Thursday, September 16, 2010 years. U.S. Army were mundane, thank the Lord,’’ Polly is a treasure to our community and will Golding said. Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Madam Speaker, I continue her service to those in need. Wheth- I commend Phil Golding for his many years rise today to recognize the 30th Annual La Plaza Fiesta Indianapolis, which is held in In- er it is someone who has lost a loved one, ex- of loyalty and service to our great Nation. It is perienced a natural disaster such as Hurricane an immense honor to represent him in the diana’s 7th district. La Plaza’s Fiesta serves as a celebration and representation of the His- Katrina or local flooding, Polly will be there United States Congress, and I wish him all the providing compassion and support. best in his future endeavors. panic culture and its contribution to the fabric of this nation. Madam Speaker, I urge you and my col- f Since 1980, La Plaza’s Fiesta has been the leagues in the U.S. House of Representatives COMMEMORATING 50 YEARS OF premiere Latino cultural celebration in Indiana. to join me in a salute to Rep. Annette Polly COMMERCIAL NUCLEAR POWER It is an outdoor event held during National His- Williams. We wish her well in a retirement that GENERATION AT EXELON panic Heritage Month to educate and share is full of new challenges. NUCLEAR’S DRESDEN GENER- the Latino culture through diverse mediums in- f ATING STATION cluding art, music, dance, food and cultural activities. La Plaza’s Fiesta also celebrates the HONORING SAMUEL TABLER FOR HON. DEBORAH L. HALVORSON Hispanic community’s contributions in busi- USDA SERVICE IN IRAQ OF ILLINOIS ness, education, government and the arts. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Year after year, La Plaza’s Fiesta provides HON. JOHN BOOZMAN an opportunity to enrich the lives of all Ameri- Thursday, September 16, 2010 OF ARKANSAS cans by providing an opportunity to explore IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mrs. HALVORSON. Madam Speaker, I the rich and unique Hispanic heritage and tra- proudly rise today to commemorate the 50th ditions. La Plaza’s Fiesta is a great avenue for Thursday, September 16, 2010 anniversary of the completed construction of people from all walks of life to learn that our Mr. BOOZMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise to Exelon Nuclear’s Dresden Unit 1 facility, cele- unique cultures and histories unify—not divide honor Samuel Tabler for his service, sacrifice brating 50 years of safe, reliable, nuclear gen- us. We all have life experiences that can help and commitment to establishing stability and

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Kristin Breitweiser, of Iraq from 2009 to 2010. While in Iraq, he in its tracing cases, having reunited 1,500 Nikki Stern, Ginny Bauer, and other affected worked with the Babil Beekeepers Association families and provided documents such as birth families from across the country demonstrated and oversaw the construction of a honey proc- certificates and concentration camp records to the power of citizen action. We will never for- essing and breeding facility. Tabler also others. get these people, nor the courage and dedica- worked to develop and introduce new tech- Madam Speaker, I am especially pleased tion of those they left behind and who con- nologies to area farmers that increased agri- with this Chapter’s award because, in a sense, tinue to remind of us of the need to honor cultural productivity. it brings my involvement with the Tracing their memory and their sacrifice. By empowering Iraqis with knowledge and Service full circle. Years ago I, along with sev- I’ve spent many of my years in Congress best practices to improve their agriculture in- eral of my colleagues, was a strong advocate since the 9/11 attacks working to prevent a re- dustry Tabler has helped create opportunities for opening the Tracing Service’s archives to peat of that tragedy. We are safer today in for development and long-term economic via- the public and worked with the German gov- many ways than before 9/11, but there is still bility in Iraq. Tabler’s devotion to helping oth- ernment and the International Committee of much for us to do. The best way we can ers in need is a great example of selfless Ar- the Red Cross to do so. In opening the ar- honor those Americans who lost their lives on kansas values. I am so proud of his accom- chive in 2007, Germany and the ICRC pro- that day is to continue working to make our plishments and the opportunities he helped vided an invaluable service to humanity. The country safer still. Osama bin Laden and his create for Iraqi citizens. Greater Palm Beach Area Chapter award band of murderers inflicted great physical f demonstrates the extent to which thousands of harm on our country and our citizens, but nei- Holocaust survivors and their families in South ther he nor terrorists like him will never be CONGRATULATING THE GREATER Florida have benefited from this service. able to break our spirit or cause us to walk PALM BEACH AREA CHAPTER OF Madam Speaker, the Center for Information away from our friends around the world. THE AMERICAN RED CROSS on Holocaust Restitution estimates that five to f ten survivors die each day. The urgency of af- HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS fected family members initiating tracing serv- IN HONOR OF THE 100TH ANNIVER- OF FLORIDA ices cannot be overstated. My local Red Cross SARY OF THE CARNEGIE WEST IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES has shown true dedication in assisting families LIBRARY OF CLEVELAND, OHIO Thursday, September 16, 2010 in telling the stories of those who perished in the Holocaust, in discovering names and HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Madam Speaker, dates that have long been thought to be lost, OF OHIO I rise today to congratulate the Greater Palm and in giving families the necessary informa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Beach Area Chapter of the American Red tion so that they may pass on legacies and Thursday, September 16, 2010 Cross on receiving the Outstanding Chapter the truth. The Tracing Center’s motto says it Award from the International Holocaust and best: ‘‘Every Answer is a Gift.’’ Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker and col- War Victims Tracing Center for the work of Again, congratulations to the Greater Palm leagues, I rise today in honor and recognition chapter volunteers in their community out- Beach Chapter of the American Red Cross on of the 100th Anniversary of the Carnegie West reach programs. This is the top honor award- gaining national recognition for their enduring Library, a cornerstone of the Cleveland Public ed by the International Holocaust and War commitment to Holocaust survivors, their fami- Library system, located in the heart of Cleve- Victims Tracing Center, a national clearing- lies, and the memory of those who were lost. land’s historic Ohio City neighborhood. house for persons seeking the fates of loved f Named after American visionary and leader ones missing since the Holocaust and its in the advancement of libraries, Andrew Car- aftermath. COMMEMORATING SEPTEMBER 11 negie, the ornate building was designed by The Greater Palm Beach Area Chapter has internationally renowned architect Edward been delivering lifesaving services for over SPEECH OF Tilton. Built by artisans, craftsman and stone ninety years, providing relief to victims of dis- HON. RUSH D. HOLT experts, the restored exterior of the building is asters at home and abroad, teaching life- OF NEW JERSEY graced with the beauty of terracotta, red brick, saving skills, and supporting military members IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES limestone, intricate floral motifs and medal- and families. This chapter, which covers most lions. The interior is highlighted with original of the 23rd Congressional district, serves the Tuesday, September 14, 2010 painted murals that reflect scenes from classic counties of Glades, Hendry, Okeechobee, and Mr. HOLT. Madam Speaker, this week the children’s literature. Palm Beach, and reaches a population of 1.5 House pauses to remember those who lost Throughout the past century, the programs million residents. The Red Cross has operated their lives in the terrorist attacks on our nation and services have expanded, yet the mission this specialized tracing service for the past 19 some nine years ago. My district suffered cas- of the library has remained the same: to pro- years. ualties that day, including Cranbury, New Jer- vide a creative environment where imagination I commend the Greater Palm Beach Area sey businessman Todd Beamer. Todd’s is inspired and where learning flourishes. The Chapter’s leadership, staff and volunteers for words, ‘‘Let’s Roll’’, were the prelude to the Carnegie West Library offers numerous pro- their commitment to engage the community first act in striking back against the terrorist grams and services to patrons of all ages—in- and diligently manage the influx of new re- who had hijacked Flight 93. His sacrifice and cluding computer classes, film festivals and quests to the Red Cross Holocaust Tracing that of the other passengers and crew aboard workshops. Additionally, the Library has a leg- Center. The Tracing Service offers to search Flight 93 undoubtedly save many lives that acy of strong neighborhood bonds and com- for information about missing and deceased terrible day. My thoughts and prayers go out munity outreach. The Carnegie West Library family members through personal services that to his wife, Lisa, and his children, David, provides free lunches and reading clubs for are comprehensive, confidential and free of Drew, and Morgan Kay, and to all the other children after school and during the summer charge. The Greater Palm Beach Area Chap- families who lost loved ones on that day. months. ter has engaged the local Jewish commu- Nine years later, the memory of that terrible Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join nities, agencies and volunteers through nota- day remains fresh for those who lost someone me in honor and recognition of the founding ble educational outreach programs. dear to them. At the memorial service in Mid- members, dedicated staff, volunteers and The Outstanding Chapter Award will be pre- dletown in my district, we recalled the names every patron of the Carnegie West Library. For sented to volunteer leaders from the Greater of the fallen, including Stephen Cangialosi, an entire century, this library has inspired and Palm Beach Area Chapter of the American Kathleen Hunt, Robert Parks, Edward enriched the minds and hearts of tens of thou- Red Cross at a special luncheon celebrating Desimone, and Brendan and Roseanne sands of visitors of all ages. Their vision ‘‘to the Tracing Center’s 20th anniversary in Balti- Lang—just some of those who lost their lives be the learning place for a diverse community, more, Maryland, on September 27, 2010, fea- on September 11, 2001. My thoughts also inspiring people of all ages with the love of turing keynote speaker Gail McGovern, the turned to Richard Guadagno, formerly of Tren- books and reading, advancing the pursuit of

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Shoecraft, which stand as a f planes take off and land, maintaining his testament to the great honor possessed, and passion for flight. sacrifices made, by our men and women in TRIBUTE TO GALEN WILEY Wiley’s son Bill died in a car accident when the armed forces, and by their families. We he was 23, but the family has persevered. mourn his passing and offer solemn gratitude HON. TOM LATHAM Shirley Wiley, Galen’s daughter and a re- for his service and sacrifice. tired nurse, lives in Boone to this day and OF IOWA assisted with this article. f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wiley still stays in contact with the other HONORING LYNN T. GREER Thursday, September 16, 2010 three surviving members of his crew. Two of his crewmates live in California and one Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- lives in Texas. The men still call and stay in HON. JIM GERLACH ognize Galen Wiley, a World War II Army Air touch, and have met up for reunions in the OF PENNSYLVANIA Corps veteran from Boone County, Iowa, and past. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to express my appreciation for his dedication I commend Galen Wiley for his many years Thursday, September 16, 2010 and commitment to his country. of loyalty and service to our great nation. It is The Boone News Republican is currently an immense honor to represent him in the Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, Lynn T. running a series of articles that honors one United States Congress, and I wish him all the Greer started his career with the Common- Boone County veteran every Tuesday from best in his future endeavors. wealth of Pennsylvania in 1975 working briefly Memorial Day to Veterans Day. Galen Wiley f as a Substitute Teacher and Youth Program was recognized on Tuesday, July 27. Below is Coordinator, and then for the Governor’s Of- the article in its entirety: HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE fice of Budget and Administration in Philadel- BOONE COUNTY VETERANS: GALEN WILEY OF SPECIALIST JUSTIN B. phia. His tenure with the Department of Trans- (By Alexander Hutchins) SHOECRAFT portation began in 1979 where he worked in Galen Wiley, 93, nurtured a passion for the CETA Program and Equal Opportunity De- flight in his time in the Army Air Corps. It HON. JOE DONNELLY velopment in the District, eventually moving on would help shape the rest of his life and give OF INDIANA to an Assistant County Maintenance Manager him a pursuit that would eventually include IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Trainee position in the Delaware County Main- an airport bearing his name. tenance Organization. Thursday, September 16, 2010 Wiley grew up on a farm near Jordan, Iowa In 1983, Lynn transferred to the Mont- and attended school in a building that is no Mr. DONNELLY of Indiana. Madam Speak- longer standing. Wiley’s father died when he gomery County Maintenance Organization was eleven, facilitating the family’s move to er, I rise today to solemnly remember and where he supervised night operations on the Boone. Wiley has spent the rest of his life in honor the life and dedicated service of Spe- Schuylkill Expressway for several years as a the community. cialist Justin B. Shoecraft, a native son of Elk- Highway Foreman. Wiley was a paperboy in his youth. He hart, Indiana, and a proud member of the In 1986, Lynn became an Assistant County graduated from Boone High School and United States Army. SPC Shoecraft died on Maintenance Manager with the Philadelphia worked as a salesman in the J.C. Penny’s and August 24, 2010 in Tarin Kowt, Afghanistan of County Maintenance Organization, where he J.C. Peterson stores, where he was employed wounds sustained when his Stryker vehicle when he was inducted into the army. served the Department for twenty years in that Wiley entered the Army Air Corp and was was hit by a roadside improvised explosive capacity, which included External Focus Man- originally placed in mechanic school. He device in Kakarak, Afghanistan. ager for Agility. In 2006, Lynn became the soon opted for an officer training program, Justin graduated from Elkhart Memorial County Maintenance Manager for Philadel- however, and took whole-heartedly to the High School in 2001 and worked for the phia, where he has served for the past four training. Wiley was sent to England to fly a United Parcel Service for seven years before years. B–17 bomber, and he flew bombing runs over enlisting in the United States Army. He was Lynn holds a Master’s Degree in Sports Ad- France, Holland, and Germany during his assigned to B Troop, 1st Squadron, 2nd ministration from Temple University, a Bach- time in the service. Wiley’s B–17 once suf- Stryker Cavalry Regiment out of Vilseck, Ger- elor Degree in Business Administration from fered an equipment failure while flying over many. His regiment had assumed control of Holland, but he managed to land the plane Virginia State University, where he was on the with the left landing gear jammed. It was a Tarin Kowt in July of 2010. Justin was five ‘‘Dean’s List,’’ and an Associate Degree in harrowing experience, but the crew would weeks into his first deployment when an im- Computer Programming from Camden County survive and celebrate Wiley’s achievement. provised explosive device detonated near his College, receiving the ‘‘Secretary’s Award for ‘‘I came out okay on it,’’ Wiley said with a unit. Excellence’’. smile. Justin was posthumously promoted to the Lynn is looking forward to spending his well- Wiley once flew a mission on which he saw rank of Specialist. His awards include the earned retirement spending time with his fam- the plane of a fellow Boone pilot, David Bronze Star medal (posthumous), the Purple Mondt. ily, being involved as an active member of Wiley flew many of his missions with Heart Medal (posthumous), the Army Good Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, coaching basket- English pilots, and went into London several Conduct Medal (posthumous), the National ball in the greater Philadelphia area, playing times during the war. ‘‘We flew an awful lot, Defense Service Medal, the Afghanistan Cam- tennis as a member of the Philadelphia Tennis day after day,’’ Wiley said of routine life in paign Medal with Bronze Service Star, the Team, for which he has competed nationally, the Air Corps. The King of England and (at Global War On Terrorism Service Medal, the and of course, traveling. that time) Princess Elizabeth once visited Army Service Ribbon, the Overseas Service Lynn’s lovely family includes his wife of 33 the air base where Wiley was stationed. Ribbon, the NATO Medal, the Combat Action years, Alma, son, Lynn II, daughter Kelli, and Upon returning from the war in 1946, Wiley Badge (posthumous), the Basic Marksmanship and his wife Marian were wed. Wiley was grandson, Lynn III. hired as a treasurer at city hall and soon Qualification Badge with Expert Rifle Bar, and f promoted to a city clerk. He also joined the the Overseas Service Bar. National Guard, and greatly enjoyed the Justin loved working on old cars and motor- HONORING DON AND DIM chance to fly again. Wiley split much of his cycles, and was a fan of stock car racing. He SAMBUESO attention between his job with the city and had always wanted to drive tanks for the the airport, and drafted the original paper- Army. He will be remembered by his friends, HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH work to create the airport after the war. For family, and fellow soldiers for his generosity, OF CALIFORNIA many years Wiley served on the airport com- work ethic, and sense of humor. He is sur- mission, even after his retirement from city IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vived by his wife, Jessica, whom he married hall, until resigning on his 90th birthday. On Thursday, September 16, 2010 his 91st birthday, the airport commission re- the day before he left for basic training, his named the airport ‘Galen Wiley Field’ in parents, Carroll ‘‘Blue’’ and Donna, his grand- Mr. RADANOVICH. Madam Speaker, I rise honor of Wiley’s dedication to the airport fathers, Walt and Floyd, his grandmother, today to acknowledge and honor Don and Dim through the years. He has also been pre- Helen, his brother Michael and sister Sherry, Sambueso for receiving the 2010 Lifetime

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Innocent men, women ness to help others in need, especially our the brothers went to work for the family busi- and children of all ages, ethnicities, religions, children, continues to make a positive impact ness. They have stayed with that business and nationalities were killed that day by nar- within the lives of children from Cleveland, since then, taking from a simple slaughtering row minded, hateful men bent on a worldview Ohio to Consuelo, Dominican Republic. company to a business that handles catering, of ignorance and oppression. f barbequing and has a full service meat In that darkest hour, however, were re- counter. vealed some of the brightest lights of the TRIBUTE TO KENNY BARNES Don and Dim are well connected within their American community. community. They have been involved with the Our firefighters, police and other first re- HON. TOM LATHAM Young Men’s Institute, St. Joachim’s School sponders bravely sacrificed their lives in an ef- OF IOWA Sports Banquet, Madera Elks, 4–H and Holy fort to save as many people as possible. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Family Table. Individuals from communities around the Don and Dim are both proud husbands, par- country raced to New York and Washington, Thursday, September 16, 2010 ents and grandparents. Don and his wife DC to provide whatever help they could. Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- Sharon have three children, five grandchildren And men and women from every state ognize Kenny Barnes, a World War II Army Air and two great-grandchildren. Dim and his wife stepped up to defend the nation and joined Corps veteran from Boone County, Iowa, and Julie have two children and two grandchildren. the Armed Forces. to express my appreciation for his dedication It is clear that they will leave a lasting legacy In the immediate aftermath of 9/11 our and commitment to his country. for generations to come. country came together with one voice to fight The Boone News Republican is currently Madam Speaker, please join me in com- against the ideology of hatred embraced by running a series of articles that honors one mending Don and Dim Sambueso for lives the terrorists that attacked us. Boone County veteran every Tuesday from well-lived and in wishing them the best of luck We continue to fight around the world to op- Memorial Day to Veterans Day. Kenny Barnes and health as they continue setting the stand- pose the advocates of terror and advance for was recognized on Tuesday, August 3. Below ard. all people the rights that our founders first ar- is the article in its entirety: f ticulated: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Hap- BOONE COUNTY VETERANS: KENNY BARNES piness. HONORING SECOND LIEUTENANT (By Alexander Hutchins) MARK NOZISKA f Joseph Kenneth ‘‘Kenny’’ Barnes, 85, was IN RECOGNITION OF THE 2010 HIS- born in Boone and flew 51 missions over a pe- PANIC HERITAGE HONOREE, riod of three months. His children have HON. ADRIAN SMITH kidded him, calling him ‘the general,’ and he OF NEBRASKA MANUEL ACTA, MANAGER OF lives today in a house that he built 51 years IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THE CLEVELAND INDIANS ago. Thursday, September 16, 2010 Barnes was born in Boone in 1925, the sec- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH ond son of Elmer and Nellie Barnes. In a his- Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Madam Speaker, I tory of Barnes’ life written by his wife, OF OHIO rise today to pay tribute to a Nebraskan who Helen, he recalls ‘‘My childhood in the de- will be laid to rest tomorrow—a brave soldier IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pression years was like many others—we who paid the ultimate price defending our free- Thursday, September 16, 2010 were poor, but always had food and shelter doms and liberties. and a loving family with two sisters, Wilma Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise and Joanne, and two brothers, Charles and 2LT Mark Noziska, 24, a member of Com- today in recognition of the Hispanic Heritage pany D, 1st Battalion, 22nd Infantry was taken Jimmy, a father who was an engineer on the honoree of 2010, Manuel ‘‘Manny’’ Acta, Man- railroad and a mother who took care of the from us by a roadside bomb while on patrol in ager of the Cleveland Indians and keynote family, making sure we kept clean, nour- Afghanistan. speaker at the opening ceremonies at Cleve- ished, did our chores and all went to church Mark joined the Army after graduating with land’s Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration. on Sunday.’’ a Bachelor of Science degree from the Univer- Manuel Elias Acta was born on January 11, Barnes had a paper route delivering the Des Moines Register, using the money to buy sity of Nebraska-Omaha. He was a true friend 1969 in San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Re- to those who knew him—a man full of life and some of his own clothing. Barnes’ father public. His career in Major League Baseball served in World War I, and during Barnes’ someone who always had a smile. He loved began at the young age of 17 when he was his country and felt it was his duty to protect childhood the second World War was fast ap- signed by the Houston Astros as a first base- proaching. When he went to collect his pa- those dearest to him. man. Also a talented outfielder, he played with pers for delivery on Pearl Harbor Day, De- In a way, it is fitting we pay our respects to the Astros organization for six years and then cember 7, 1941, his circulation manager, Sam Mark on a day we observe the signing of our began his coaching career. Before signing to Lyon, predicted the young men would be in- Constitution. The ideals and freedoms which manage the Cleveland Indians in 2009, he volved in the upcoming war before it con- we so often take for granted have been pro- cluded as the news played out over the radio was manager of the Washington Nationals. He tected by young men such as Mark and his in the shop. also managed the Tigris del Licy of the Do- brothers and sisters in arms for generations. Barnes completed his high school require- minican Winter League, leading them to vic- The words which define our country—written ments in January of 1943 and was drafted be- tory in the 2003 Caribbean Series. He has so long ago—are his legacy for us all. fore the graduation ceremony took place in also worked for the New York Mets and the the fall. Barnes took basic training in Salt My heart and prayers are with Mark’s family Montreal Expos as third base coach. Lake City and was placed in the Army Air during this difficult time. Words cannot express Beyond his successful career in professional Corps. With no slots open for flight school, the depth of their loss—nor can they convey baseball, the foundation of his life continues to Barnes was trained as a gunner and attended the debt our country owes this brave man. We armament school. be his family, faith and community. A devoted can do no less than live up to his ideals. Barnes was trained to fly in a B–24 Lib- husband and father to two daughters, Mr. Acta f erator bomber, and when his crew of ten was and his wife Cindy continue to volunteer their formed and received its B–24, they christened COMMEMORATING SEPTEMBER 11 time and efforts in reaching out to the children it Paperdoll. While flying between Florida, of our Cleveland community and to the people Trinidad, Brazil, Africa and Italy, the crew SPEECH OF of his Dominican homeland. Mr. and Mrs. Acta crossed the equator and became members of HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY founded the ImpACTA kids Foundation, which the ‘‘Hyper Terrestrial Order of Equator provides children with opportunities to achieve Hoppers,’’ for which Barnes has retained his OF NEW YORK certificate. their dreams through college scholarships and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The crew was based in Foggia, Italy, and outreach programs. ImpACTA has also funded Tuesday, September 14, 2010 had to delay their landing until bombers re- and organized the development of an athletic/ turning from a mission had landed. Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Madam education facility for youth in Consuelo, Do- ‘‘It was a rude awakening as we taxied Speaker, I rise in support of H. Res. 1610. minican Republic. down the airstrip to see a plane with the

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Barnes weighed only he copublished a newsletter with Steve 125 pounds, and as the smallest member of TRIBUTE TO RALPH SMEED Symms, who went on to serve in Congress the crew he was assigned to the ball turret and the Senate. Ralph remained a close friend on this and subsequent missions. Barnes HON. RON PAUL and adviser to Steve through his political ca- would fly on four missions over the Ploesti OF TEXAS reer. The late Congresswoman Helen oil refineries, as it produced a major amount IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chenoweth-Hague and former U.S. Rep- of the fuel for the German military. Barnes resentative and current Idaho Governor Butch said they were the toughest missions, as the Thursday, September 16, 2010 Otter also benefited from Ralph’s friendship refineries were heavily defended with ‘‘flak so thick you could walk on it’’ and enemy Mr. PAUL. Madam Speaker, the liberty and counsel. In recent years, Ralph has been fighters menacing the bombers. movement lost one of its’ true champions on recognized as the philosophical godfather of ‘‘I was pretty young. I’m 18 and I’m flying September 7, 2010 when Ralph Smeed the Idaho Tea Party movement. Fortunately, combat at 19,’’ Barnes said. passed away from pancreatic cancer. ‘‘Making Ralph’s influence over the freedom movement Barnes flew regularly as he was able to fit Statism Unpopular,’’ was not just the title of will continue thanks to the Internet and a col- into the cramped space of the ball turret, Ralph’s website but the focus of all his efforts lection of his essays that soon will be pub- and due to this he racked up over 50 mis- as a political activist, columnist, think tank lished. sions. According to Helen’s written history: As a writer, scholar, and activist for liberty, ‘‘On July 28, 1944, a Ploesti raid, we sent out leader, and supporter of numerous pro-liberty organizations and causes. Without Ralph’s ef- Ralph fought many ideological and political 27 airplanes from our 756th Bomb Squadron battles. Yet even Ralph’s fiercest ideological and lost 14. My plane was badly shot up—ele- forts, the movement to make statism unpopu- vators and ailerons gone and no control over lar would not be nearly as strong as it is opponents never had a bad word to say about the plane, just flying on automatic pilot. We today. I am honored that I was among the him. This is because Ralph was something all bailed out and fortunately it was over hundreds of freedom-lovers who were able to one rarely comes across in politics: a genu- ‘friendly’ territory. The plane was lost, but call Ralph a friend. inely nice guy. Ralph had perhaps one of the the crew all survived. The emergency para- Ralph was born in Caldwell, Idaho in 1921. best senses of humor of anyone I have ever chute jump earned me entrance into ‘The His family was in the ranching and known, and while he was quick to criticize Caterpillar Club,’ awarded by Irving Air anyone, regardless of position, power, or long- Chute Co.’’ meatpacking business. His first experience with what he referred to as the ‘‘mindless gov- standing friendship, who was taking a course Barnes said he thanked the Lord for bring- Ralph saw as detrimental to liberty, he never ing him through his missions unscathed and ernment bureaucracy’’ occurred when he at- resorted to personal attacks. he prayed for the safety of the crew. tempted to register for military service after The Liberator would often have difficulty Madam Speaker, as I reflect on the impact Pearl Harbor and was informed that he could Ralph Smeed had on the freedom movement, taking off due to its payload of 2,000–pound not volunteer, he had to wait till he was draft- bombs. The aircraft would often skim the I cannot help but feel sorry for those freedom treetops on takeoff. It was cold in the plane ed! lovers who will never have the benefit of due to the cruising altitude of 28,000 feet. Following his military service, Ralph entered Ralph’s friendship, wise counsel, and wickedly ‘‘More than once we came home on two en- into the family business, becoming the man- delightful sense of humor. I can only hope that gines,’’ Barnes said. ‘‘On one occasion, with ager in 1949. As a small businessman, Ralph all of us who knew Ralph as a friend will the brake system disabled, chutes were at- had even more experiences with ‘‘mindless honor his memory by taking advantage of tached to the fuselage and deployed to slow government bureaucracy,’’ and useless gov- every available opportunity to continue Ralph’s down the landing speed.’’ ernment rules and regulations. Ralph’s first work of ‘‘Making Statism Unpopular.’’ Barnes’ crew lost only one member, but as hand experiences and his study of the free- he was flying on a separate plane as part of f a split crew, Barnes watched the other craft dom philosophy lead him to become active in fall from the sky without any of the crew es- efforts to try to change the direction of the HONORING THE CELEBRATION OF caping. country. SAN JOSE JAPANTOWN’S 120TH ‘‘The army was good discipline, and it Ralph’s interest in, and knowledge of, the ANNIVERSARY made a man out of me. I didn’t have time to freedom philosophy was enhanced by his as- get a job or get into trouble,’’ Barnes said in sociation with the Foundation for Economic HON. ZOE LOFGREN an interview with the BN-R. Education (FEE), the nation’s first free-market OF CALIFORNIA Barnes said he has thought of the toll of the war he fought in, as well as the wars of educational institution. Ralph attended a FEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today, and how war has never stopped being seminar in 1965, where he met Leonard Read, Thursday, September 16, 2010 the founder and President of FEE. Ralph was a tragedy. Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Madam Barnes received a Good Conduct medal, an enthusiastic supporter of FEE’s mission to Speaker, I rise today to honor the 120th Anni- and Air medal with two clusters, and Army popularize the ideas of liberty and he worked Air Force Pres. Unit with gold frame and versary of San Jose’s Japantown, located at closely with FEE, eventually serving as a the heart of my Congressional district and only two clusters, an Army Air medal with two member of FEE’s Board of Trustees. Just re- clusters and a European Air Force MidEast a few short blocks from my district office. medal with six Bronze Stars. Upon com- cently, Ralph was involved in a special reprint- At one time, there were 43 different pleting 51 missions on August 7, 1944, Barnes ing of Leonard Read’s classic essay ‘‘I, Pen- Japantowns in California. Today, only 3 dis- was scheduled to return to the U.S. for reas- cil.’’ tinct and recognizable ones remain. San signment. After a two-week voyage back to One of the traits that made Ralph a great Jose’s Japantown has escaped the fate of the U.S. by a Navy ship, Barnes was moved leader was that whenever he saw a task that most of California’s Japantowns and continues about the country for about a year teaching needed to be done, or any opportunity to ad- to thrive. It has grown beyond a strictly Japa- mostly Aircraft Recognition. He was honor- vance liberty that no one else in the freedom nese-American enclave into a community that ably discharged on September 10, 1945 and re- movement was taking advantage of; he would turned to Boone. Barnes enlisted in the Na- has embraced Hawaiian, Cuban, Mexican and tional Guard upon returning home, and his simply roll up his sleeves and do it himself. numerous other groups. Our Japantown is military career ended with a medical dis- For example, in the early 1970s, there were thriving due in large part to its openness to charge due to allergies three years later. not that many opinion writers providing an other cultures and the welcoming nature of Sil- Barnes used the GI Bill to study pre-engi- analysis of the events of the day from a pro- icon Valley, San Jose in particular. neering at Boone Junior College. He received liberty perspective. Seeing this void, Ralph San Jose’s Japantown was originally formed his degree in 1948 and was recruited by Iowa launched a successful career as a columnist around the existing ‘‘Heinlenville’’ Chinatown Electric Power Co. where he worked as an in 1974. Years before it become commonplace settlement. During the Second World War the electrician and meter man until his retire- to find free-market think tanks operating at the Japanese-American population was forcibly re- ment in 1984. Barnes has always been inter- ested in technology and repaired television state and local level, Ralph started a public moved from Japantown and interned in sets in his home from 1967 until the present. policy and education foundation, the Center camps. After the war many Japanese Ameri- Barnes will be aboard the Honor Flight to for the Study of Market Alternatives. When the cans resettled in the area after returning from Washington D.C. on August 19. growth of the Internet opened up new opportu- internment camps in World War II.

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Senator Byrd authored chine, the Internet, and talk radio, devote vast islature has paid special attention to the area, the law that now requires all institutions re- amounts of time speaking about what matters officially designating it a historical Japantown. ceiving federal funding to celebrate the vener- little, and not enough talking about the things Japantown is the site of the newly rebuilt able document in a meaningful and instructive that matter most. We all feel that government Japanese American Museum of San Jose, the way. could work better. The question is in how to famous San Jose Taiko ensemble, the world Dr. Ray Smock, director of the Byrd Center, make that happen. We must not surrender to renowned Shuei-do Manju Shop, confec- the repository for Senator Byrd’s papers and a bumper-sticker politics that entice one to be- tioners, the Nichi Bei Bussan Japanese goods center for the study of Congress in lieve that solutions to great challenges are store, handmade tofu at San Jose Tofu and a Shepherdstown, West Virginia, recently shared simple and quick. variety of restaurants, professional services, some insights with me in advance of our cele- The legacy of Senator Byrd’s life suggests and community organizations, such as the Yu- bration of the Constitution this September that we all need to be more responsible in Ai Kai Senior Center and the Japanese Amer- 17th, which serve to remind us that Senator making government work. Citizens and those ican Citizens League, and smaller retail shops. Byrd’s values are as timeless as his work for who are elected need to put aside the ex- Japantown is also home to a number of non- West Virginia was tireless. tremes of partisanship to effectively address Japanese businesses, including Mexican, Ha- At the Byrd Center, among the collection of the complex needs of the country. waiian, Cuban and Korean restaurants. thousands of pages of Senator Byrd’s work, Senator Byrd was in awe of the Founders Among the numerous houses of worship in rests the Bible he held when he was sworn in for their ability to set aside their partisanship Japantown, two churches founded by Japa- as President Pro Tem of the Senate on Jan. and work to build a nation. He admired the nese Americans well over a century ago con- 3rd, 1989. That Bible, like others that were in Framers of the Constitution for their under- tinue to thrive in the community, Wesley his possession, was heavily underlined on al- standing of history and of human nature. United Methodist Church and San Jose Bud- most every page. Sometimes he would write While he could play partisan politics with the dhist Church Betsuin. in the margin: ‘‘Memorize This.’’ He wrote two best of them and while he was loyal and dedi- San Jose Japantown’s most unique and quotations on the inside front cover of this par- cated to West Virginia, he never forgot that his charming feature is the harmony between gen- ticular Bible: role as a Senator was to look out for the erations-old businesses and new ventures. A ‘‘Remove not the ancient landmark, which whole nation, not just one party, or one place. spirit of cooperation pervades the neighbor- thy fathers have set.’’ Proverbs 22:28 It is certain that he would agree that our Con- hood, and merchants who might compete in And, ‘‘We speak much about what matters stitution does not need changing so much as business share a sense of friendship that little; we speak little about what matters our moral compass needs adjusting. leads them to strive for the betterment of the much.’’ We are not sure of the source of this Let us ‘‘remove not the ancient landmark, community. quotation, but the fact the Senator placed it which thy fathers have set,’’ and let us all fol- A critical part of the Japantown community here, shows us how important it was to him. low Senator Byrd’s example of keeping our is the Japantown Community Congress of San When you think about it, even a little bit, perspective on the things that matter much, Jose which partners with the City of San Jose both quotations are relevant to Constitution and not get lost wasting our time on those that to look after cultural preseveration in the area. Day. Certainly, to the Senator, one of the matter little. Senator Byrd is gone now, but our great ancient landmarks had to have been the Each year brings many festivals, major ones job to work to keep this Republic is an ongo- U.S. Constitution. No one defended it better or include Obon, every July, Nikkei Matsuri, ing duty, one that each generation must take more eloquently than Senator Byrd. up so our Union can endure, and prosper. every spring, Aki Matsuri, every fall, and a In the hard times we find ourselves right newer festival: The Spirit of Japantown Fes- I will be visiting Boone County to celebrate now, there are some prognosticators who our Constitution and the invaluable lessons tival (also in the fall). Japantown also features argue that the Constitution needs to be over- many street venues such as a year-round Cer- Senator Byrd left with us. Constitution Day hauled. A recent article in Harper’s magazine was dear to Senator Byrd’s heart because it tified Farmers Market run by the Japantown even suggested that the Senate is an anach- was a day of reflection on the very thing that Business Association and events open to the ronism and should be abolished. does matter much to the future of this nation. public at the Art Object Gallery. Senator Byrd spent a lifetime defending the To learn more about the Byrd Center, its It is my honor to congratulate the wisdom of our Founding Fathers and the gov- collection and programs, please visit its Web Japantown community on its 120th anniver- ernment they created. He understood from his site at: www.byrdcenter.org. Ray Smock is Di- sary. I am sure the partnerships and collabo- Bible and his Constitution that mankind was rector of the Robert C. Byrd Center for Legis- rations within and around Japantown will lead not perfect. And no government conceived by lative Studies, Shepherd University in to many more years of prosperity and suc- man is going to be perfect either. But he be- Shepherdstown, WV, and is a former Historian cess. lieved in the genius of the Constitution, which of the U.S. House of Representatives. f has served us well for more than two cen- f CONSTITUTION DAY turies. He loved the Federalist Essays, and read IN RECOGNITION OF MR. ROBERT them thoroughly from cover to cover, memo- J. WINCHESTER ON THE OCCA- HON. NICK J. RAHALL II rizing key passages. These 85 essays on the OF WEST VIRGINIA SION OF HIS RETIREMENT AND nature of the American government penned by IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO THE James Madison, John Jay, and Alexander U.S. ARMY Thursday, September 16, 2010 Hamilton were collectively the single best Mr. RAHALL. Madam Speaker, Constitution source Senator Byrd used to form his under- HON. SILVESTRE REYES standing of the intent of the Founders when Day was Senator Byrd’s Day. OF TEXAS Having just finished drafting our Constitu- they penned the Constitution. He quoted the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion, Benjamin Franklin was stopped in the Federalist papers frequently. street as he left Independence Hall in Phila- Among his favorite passages was in Fed- Thursday, September 16, 2010 delphia where delegates from thirteen former eralist 51, in which James Madison wrote: Mr. REYES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to colonies had been meeting the summer of But what is government itself, but the pay tribute to a fellow Army veteran, Mr. Rob- 1787. ‘‘Dr. Franklin, what form of government greatest of all reflections on human nature? ert J. Winchester, who has served his Nation, have you given us?’’ a concerned citizen If men were angels, no government would be the U.S. Army, and the military intelligence necessary. If angels were to govern men, nei- community with unwavering commitment and asked. ‘‘A republic, Madam,’’ said Franklin; ther external nor internal controls on gov- quickly adding, ‘‘If you can keep it.’’ ernment would be necessary. In framing a professionalism. This Friday, September 17th, Throughout Robert C. Byrd’s life he was a government which is to be administered by his friends, colleagues, and fellow soldiers will proud keeper and guardian of two sets of men over men, the great difficulty lies in gather to recognize 26 years of exceptional laws, one laid down in our Bible (the King this: you must first enable the government service to the Army. James Version), the other rooted in our fed- to control the governed; and in the next Mr. Winchester began his distinguished pub- eral Constitution. place oblige it to control itself. lic service career in 1969 as an Army intel- Senator Byrd was a largely self-taught man. The other quotation in the Senator’s Bible, ligence analyst stationed in Vietnam. Honor- He cherished learning, a process he continued ‘‘We speak much about what matters little, we ably discharged as a staff sergeant in 1971,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 21:58 Nov 24, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\E16SE0.REC E16SE0 mmaher on DSK69SOYB1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1664 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 16, 2010 he went on to attend law school and continued He and his wife, Barbara, Deer, Kuss, to- BOONE COUNTY VETERANS: KEITH PFRIMMER his military service as a JAG officer in the gether raised three sons and a daughter and (By Alexander Hutchins) Army Reserves. were deeply involved their community. Dick re- Keith Pfrimmer, 79, served as a radar tech- Later, Mr. Winchester joined the Central In- mained active with his alma mater where he nician on the USS Frontier from July 1951 to telligence Agency, where he was recognized served as Vice Chairman of the Board of Di- July 1955. Over the course of four years, he for his significant contributions across an array rectors, and president of the alumni associa- would travel to Japan, the seas of Asia, the of issues in his capacity as legal counsel. Dur- tion for Wittenberg University. In 2003, the uni- West Coast and Japan. The Frontier was a destroyer tender, pro- ing his time at the Agency, Mr. Winchester versity dedicated the Barbara Deer Kuss dedicated much time re-establishing a relation- viding support to the 7th fleet. Pfrimmer was Science Center in memory of his wife. assigned to the ship and sailed with it after ship between the Agency and Congress, as He was an active participant in many local it had been recommissioned. He served in O well as coordinating legal initiatives to protect and national organizations, including the local Division, or the Operations Division. covered Intelligence Community personnel and state Freemasons, who awarded him with ‘‘When we were under way I’d stand radar and to provide death benefits to the families of the Grand Lodge Rufus Putnam Award. As a watches, which helped a great deal in the CIA personnel killed in the line of duty. 65-year member of the Covenant Presbyterian maneuvers of the ship,’’ Pfrimmer said. ‘‘The His talent for cultivating relationships across Church, Dick served as an Elder, Trustee and ship didn’t see any action. It wasn’t that kind of ship.’’ the Intelligence Community and on Capitol Hill Deacon. led Mr. Winchester back to the Army family in Pfrimmer’s brother had served in the Navy Dick Kuss, 87, was a business and commu- in World War II, and had helped Pfrimmer 1984, when he served as Special Assistant for nity leader who took a personal interest in decide on the Navy as his service. The ship Legislative Affairs to then-Secretary of the serving and improving the lives of those carried a two-star admiral and would occa- Army Jack Marsh. Later he transitioned to the around him. His dedication to his family and sionally dock chained up to Destroyers in Army Office of Legislative Liaison and was re- the City of Springfield will not be forgotten. the fleet to service and resupply them. sponsible for managing the Army’s intelligence ‘‘It [the ship] wasn’t in a danger zone, programs and policies. f other than we were in Korean waters,’’ Most notably, throughout his 26 year tenure Pfrimmer said. RECOGNIZING ANNIVERSARY OF ‘‘If we went into dry dock, we had to com- as a Senior Executive Service officer at Legis- LAW CREATING REAL ESTATE lative Liaison, Mr. Winchester has fostered pletely unload all ammo and that type of INVESTMENT TRUSTS (REITS) thing. When we’d come out of dry dock, we’d many important partnerships between the In- go to the same place and reload ammo. The telligence Community and Congress. His tire- SPEECH OF ammo was mostly for supplies; we wouldn’t less dedication to advancing the Army’s intel- use it,’’ Pfrimmer said. ligence mission and supporting the warfighter HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN During the first cruise to Japan that has earned him a great deal of respect and a OF MARYLAND Pfrimmer served, the Frontier had to veer out great many friends on the Hill. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to sea to avoid a typhoon. The anchor had to he severed in the storm and the ship re- As he retires, Mr. Winchester will receive Wednesday, September 15, 2010 the National Intelligence Distinguished Service turned to California and the state of Wash- ington for repairs. Medal and the Army’s Decoration for Excep- Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, as an origi- nal cosponsor of H. Res. 1595, I join Chair- ‘‘We were in Korean waters when we went tional Civilian Service to commemorate his ac- to Kobe, Japan,’’ Pfrimmer said. EVIN complishments and exceptional public service man L and my colleagues from both sides The Frontier serviced 146 ships on its third career. More important, though, than these ac- of the aisle in recognizing the 50th Anniver- cruise and held an open house to the public colades, is the legacy that he leaves behind. sary of the passage of the Real Estate Invest- in 1954 back in the U.S. Servicing ships and Bob Winchester is one-of-a-kind. The Army ment Trust Act of 1960, which authorized the providing repairs for Destroyers that sailed will have a hard time finding someone to fill creation of real estate investment trusts, in Korean waters during the war was the the hole he leaves; but I know that his con- REITS. most common task on board. tributions will endure and his achievements Prior to September 14, 1960, investment in Pfrimmer said his experiences in the Navy commercial real estate was largely reserved to made him more punctual and gave him a bet- will continue to serve as a solid foundation for ter sense of responsibility. the Army and its intelligence mission. The Na- big financial institutions and wealthy individ- ‘‘I chose the Navy and I got to do just what tion is safer and the Army stronger as a result uals. But thanks to the Real Estate Investment I wanted to do when I joined. I got to see a of his service. For that, I thank him, and I wish Trust Act, average American investors for the lot of places,’’ Pfrimmer said. ‘‘It was a good him great happiness in his retirement. first time gained access to this distinct asset experience, though I was away from home.’’ f class. Over the past fifty years, REITS have He said he also appreciates the benefits he helped Americans diversify their investment gets through the VA. HONORING LIFE AND MEMORY OF portfolios, earn dividend-based income, and ‘‘I’ve got a lot of respect for the Navy,’’ RICHARD KUSS enhance overall investment returns. Pfrimmer said. ‘‘I think the technology is a lot different now. I bet I wouldn’t even rec- For REITS’ contribution to capital formation ognize radar today.’’ HON. STEVE AUSTRIA in the real estate sector and retirement secu- He is still interested in the Navy and re- OF OHIO rity for millions of Americans, it is fitting that searches naval history. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES we take a moment to recognize the 50th Anni- I commend Keith Pfrimmer for his many Thursday, September 16, 2010 versary of the landmark legislation that cre- years of loyalty and service to our great na- Mr. AUSTRIA. Madam Speaker, I rise today ated them today. tion. It is an immense honor to represent him on behalf of the people of Ohio’s Seventh f in the United States Congress, and I wish him Congressional district and the citizens of all the best in his future endeavors. TRIBUTE TO KEITH PFRIMMER Springfield, Ohio to honor the life and memory f of Richard Kuss. Dick was well known in our community as a HON. TOM LATHAM IN HONOR OF THE 60TH ANNIVER- SARY OF ORCA HOUSE, INC. generous philanthropist, family man and entre- OF IOWA preneur. Born in Springfield, Ohio on January IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 4, 1923 he lived a full and inspiring life, having Thursday, September 16, 2010 HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH graduated from Wittenberg University in 1945 OF OHIO and attended the Harvard Graduate School of Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Business. He served his country in World War ognize Keith Pfrimmer, a Navy veteran from Thursday, September 16, 2010 II under the U.S. Navy as a Lieutenant JG in Boone County, Iowa, and to express my ap- the Navy Supply Corps. preciation for his dedication and commitment Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise In 1946, he joined the Bonded Oil Company to his country. today in honor and recognition of the found- and became president in 1967, retiring in The Boone News Republican is currently ers, staff, volunteers and clients of ORCA 1983. Under his leadership the Bonded Oil running a series of articles that honors one House, Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio, which cele- Company became one of the top independent Boone County veteran every Tuesday from brates 60 years of healing, hope and renewal oil companies in the industry. Later he served Memorial Day to Veterans Day. Keith for thousands of individuals and their families as the first president of Emro Marketing, now Pfrimmer was recognized on Tuesday, August seeking to break free from the chains of drug Speedway SuperAmerica LLC. 10. Below is the article in its entirety: and alcohol addiction.

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OF ALABAMA Marshall, Ruth Hawkins, Gertrude Overton Irene Horstmann Hannan embodies the in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Alfonso Holman became trustees of one spirational spirit, passion, and determination of Thursday, September 16, 2010 of the first adult chemical dependency centers Helena Devereux. She has worked tirelessly Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, I rise with a in the Nation to be founded by African Ameri- to make our community more caring, pros- cans. The dedicated, compassionate and pro- heavy heart to honor the memory of Army perous and enlightened. I join all the good PFC Andrew Hand, one of South Alabama’s fessional staff at ORCA House continues the people of the 7th Congressional District of mission they began 60 years ago: to provide finest, who recently lost his life while defend- Pennsylvania, in saluting this extraordinary ing his country in war-torn Afghanistan. comprehensive treatment to individuals and leader and deserving recipient of the ‘‘2010 their families. Treatment programs at ORCA On July 24, PFC Andrew Hand, age 25 of Helena Devereux Women in Leadership Enterprise, Alabama, gave his life in service to House are based on several phases of as- Award.’’ sessment, treatment and after care, and are America. He and three of his comrades were reflective of highly successful programs imple- killed when their military vehicle was struck by f mented locally by United Way and other na- an improvised explosive device in Qalat, Af- ghanistan. tional organizations. IN HONOR OF GROTTO PIZZA Moreover, ORCA House exists as a live-in A member of the 5th Battalion, 3rd Field Ar- sanctuary of recovery and hope for impover- tillery Regiment, 17th Fires Brigade, Private ished and homeless women and men, strug- HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE First Class Hand was serving his third deploy- gling to become healthy, productive citizens. ment and preparing to return home in October Residential treatment programs, which can OF DELAWARE when he was taken in the IED attack. He was last up to 30 days, include in-depth assess- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a devoted soldier, father and son—loved by ments, and at least 30 hours of weekly alcohol many and whose memory will never be forgot- Thursday, September 16, 2010 and drug treatment services. These services ten. A former resident of Birmingham, Andrew include individual, group and family therapy, Mr. CASTLE. Madam Speaker, it is with Hand moved to Enterprise with his family in job development classes, anger management great pleasure that I recognize one of the 2001, where he was a star athlete on the En- sessions, HIV/AIDS education, nutrition and great small businesses in the state of Dela- terprise High School ‘‘Wildcat’’ football team. health classes, and a 12-step group program. ware, Grotto Pizza, as they celebrate their The Southeast Sun newspaper in Enterprise Madam Speaker and Colleagues, please 50th anniversary. With over 18 locations recognized him as the leading receiver and join me in honor and recognition of the found- throughout Delaware, Grotto Pizza has cer- kick returner for the Wildcats. The paper ing members, staff and volunteers of ORCA tainly put its stamp on our great state, not only quoted Wildcat coach Kevin Collins as saying House, Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio—past and as a successful restaurant, but as a commu- Hand ‘‘single-handedly’’ beat rival Northview present—whose unwavering dedication to lift- nity leader. ing the lives of thousands of individuals and High School of Dothan. families onto a platform of safety, strength, re- At the age of 17, Dominick Pulieri, with the PFC Andrew Hand was laid to rest on Au- covery, hope and peace have strengthened help of his family opened the first Grotto Pizza gust 2, 2010 at the Alabama National Ceme- our entire community. in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware in 1960. Start- tery in Montevallo. ing from humble beginnings, Dominick worked On behalf of the people of Alabama I wish f tireless hours to produce a unique product for to offer heartfelt condolences to the family of HONORING MS. IRENE HORSTMANN the community. His efforts paid off as only PFC Andrew Hand, including his wife, Aman- HANNAN three years after the initial opening, Dominick da Kay Hand of Enterprise; two sons, Tristan opened a second location. With growing de- and Gavin of Enterprise; mother, Phyllis Parris HON. JOE SESTAK mand and statewide popularity, Grotto Pizza of Gulf Shores; father Kenneth Hand and step- OF PENNSYLVANIA opened as a year-round restaurant in 1974. mother Renne Hand of Birmingham; sister, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As they celebrate their 50th anniversary, Grot- Laura; and brother Robert, both of Bir- Thursday, September 16, 2010 to Pizza now employs over 800 individuals mingham. year-round swelling to 1,300 in summer You are all in our prayers. Mr. SESTAK. Madam Speaker, I rise to ac- months. This is a testament to the strong lead- f knowledge the Main Line Chamber of Com- ership Dominick provided, great customer merce and Devereux Foundation’s selection of service and most importantly delicious food! PERSONAL EXPLANATION Irene Horstmann Hannan as recipient of the Not only has Grotto Pizza been a successful ‘‘2010 Helena Devereux Women in Leadership small business, their community service and HON. J. GRESHAM BARRETT Award.’’ loyalty to the state of Delaware have been OF SOUTH CAROLINA Helena Devereux once wrote ‘‘The second to none. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Devereux aim must always be to innovate and Thursday, September 16, 2010 build programs so forward-looking that they Throughout its 50-year history, Grotto Pizza will never reach completion—but which will has been a strong and active member of Dela- Mr. BARRETT of South Carolina. Madam perpetually pioneer in developing improved in- ware’s community. The restaurant sponsors Speaker, unfortunately, I missed the following sights and solutions.’’ Just as that philosophy over 700 organizations each year including recorded votes on the House floor on Friday, shaped one of the world’s great schools, so schools, fire and police departments, and July 30. too Ms. Horstmann Hannan’s financial acumen sports teams. However, Grotto Pizza is quick Had I been present I would have voted ‘‘no’’ has helped build countless small businesses to lend a helping hand outside of Delaware as on rollcall vote No. 513 (on motion to suspend and non-profits through her current position as they have participated and sent aid to the tsu- the rules and agree to H.R. 3534) and ‘‘no’’ on Senior Vice President of Citizens Bank. Also, nami and Katrina relief efforts, as well as re- rollcall vote No. 514 (on passage of H.R. as a board member of both Temple’s Fox cently contributing over $24,000 towards the 5982). School of Business’ Center for Entrepreneur- earthquake relief in Haiti. Their many contribu- f tions to the local community and nation are ship and the Women’s Investment Network, CELEBRATING PASSAGE OF S. 1789, strong examples of the positive impact a small she supports the education of our next gen- FAIR SENTENCING ACT OF 2010 eration of women entrepreneurs. Finally, her business can make. service on the board of the Girl Scouts of I am proud to represent a state where small HON. BOB INGLIS businesses like Grotto Pizza reside. I consider Eastern Pennsylvania provides over 41,000 OF SOUTH CAROLINA Dominick Pulieri to be a friend of mine and I young women and girls of our region an out- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES standing example of everything that is right in am proud of the many accomplishments that our country. he and Grotto Pizza have had over the past Thursday, September 16, 2010 As a father of a young daughter, I am an 50 years. I wish them all the best as they cel- Mr. INGLIS. Madam Speaker, I rise to cele- enthusiastic admirer of her work. Her remark- ebrate this significant milestone. brate our steps towards restoring a single

VerDate Mar 15 2010 21:58 Nov 24, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\E16SE0.REC E16SE0 mmaher on DSK69SOYB1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1666 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 16, 2010 standard within our criminal justice system. The U.S. Agency for International Develop- as I got out of high school. We went to a re- For too long, Federal sentencing guidelines ment’s, USAID joint endeavor with the U.S. placement depot and wherever they needed have placed far harsher penalties on crack military in Pakistan has already resulted in the soldiers was where they sent you. I went to Camp Walters, Texas, for 16 weeks training users and dealers than on the users and deal- evacuation of more than 10,000 people and and then we shipped to the Philippines.’’ ers of powder cocaine. the delivery of more than 2.7 billion pounds of Erb arrived in the Philippines just as the As crack cocaine use became prevalent and relief supplies. heavy fighting in Manila was finishing up made headlines in the mid-1980s, experts Like the tsunami that wreaked havoc upon and jungle warfare was going on outside the suggested that crack was significantly more northern Indonesia in 2004, the Pakistani city. A machine gunner during his time sta- addictive and linked to greater urban violence floods threaten to propel Pakistan, a key ally, tioned there, Erb recalls his fellow soldiers than its powder counterpart. Congress came away from the successful economic progress as being one of the best parts about his serv- parachuting in with mandatory sentencing ice. and growth that it has made over the last dec- ‘‘Buddies, friends,’’ he said when asked minimums and, for good measure, established ade. about his favorite part of service. As far as an exaggerated 100:1 sentencing ratio. This outcome would inevitably cost Pakistan what stood out to him most in his time over- But like so many well-intended Congres- thousands of more innocent lives and years seas, however, the answer was the difficulty sional actions, the disparate mandatory sen- worth of development and sustainability, fur- of fighting in the jungle. tences have had a devastating effect on our ther increasing both the humanitarian crisis ‘‘I think jungle warfare,’’ he said. ‘‘All urban communities and racial minorities. The domestically and the security threat worldwide. these supplies were brought in by water buf- 1986 law has contributed to skyrocketing in- Just two weeks ago, I personally wrote to falo. Any injuries or anybody that was hit or killed was carried out by Filipino litter bear- carceration rates of low-level, non-violent Administrator Shah of USAID and commended ers. We didn’t have any roads. As we took drug-offenders and even allowed these street- his decision to use a portion of the Enhanced the jungle and got control of it, then bull- level dealers to be punished more harshly Partnership with Pakistan funding towards re- dozers made roads.’’ than drug-kingpins. lief aid. As a member of the House Foreign As roads were bulldozed into the jungles, We need to punish crimes, but this unjusti- Affairs Committee, I know how important a tanks were brought in to clean out the caves. fied disparity has tied up law enforcement re- stable Pakistan is to global stability. Re- ‘‘They bulldozed a major road there and sources. It has encouraged skepticism and re- directing more funds provided through the En- brought tanks in with flamethrowers and cleaned out the caves and stuff in there by sentment within our African-American commu- hanced Partnership with Pakistan Act will using flamethrower tanks,’’ he said. nity and undermined public confidence in our demonstrate to our Pakistani partners that the Erb also recalls the final days of World nation’s anti-drug laws. United States is truly committed and will not War II, when atomic bombs were dropped on Former major league baseball player Willie abandon Pakistan in her time of need. Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Like many WWII Mays Aikens is a classic example of the sen- Pakistanis must know that we are in this for veterans, he saw the bombs, and the result- tencing disparity. Aikens faced a 20-year sen- the long haul. Our dedication is not a matter ing end of the war, as a Godsend. tence for crack distribution and other crimes. of encroaching on Pakistani autonomy or ma- ‘‘The atomic bomb, I would say, saved my Upon his release, Aikens commented that, life,’’ he said. ‘‘Because every man, woman nipulating a nation’s internal politics. and child would have been armed in Japan. It had he been caught with powdered cocaine, The United States seeks to renew its com- probably saved the lives of a lot of people he might have faced a single year’s sentence, mitment to the people of Pakistan through this even though it killed a lot of people at the rather than the 121⁄2 he faced for crack dis- tragedy and combat those who dare to take time. Every man, woman and child would tribution. Aikens was grateful that the Sen- advantage of the suffering of innocent Paki- have been fighting you otherwise. It would tencing Commission revisited his case and al- stanis to further their radical beliefs. have been a bloodbath on both sides.’’ lowed for an early release. On behalf of my over 30,000 Pakistani- He also recalls the attitude among the sol- A broad coalition of civil rights, criminal jus- American constituents, I urge this body to sup- diers upon receiving the news that the war tice, community-based, and faith-based orga- had ended. port this measure and its message, as well. ‘‘The boozers, they went out and got nizations have joined forces to rectify the dis- f drunk,’’ he said. ‘‘But most of the soldiers parity. With the passage of the Fair Sen- just thanked God that it was over. Every- tencing Act of 2010 (S.1789), the sentencing TRIBUTE TO DONALD ERB body was glad it was over.’’ disparity is corrected from the current 100 to Erb kept in contact with several of his fel- 1 ratio to 18 to 1, while establishing stiff new HON. TOM LATHAM low soldiers from the war, now good friends although their numbers have dwindled. penalties for serious drug offenses. OF IOWA ‘‘I’ve got a buddy that was one day older I am delighted that Congress has decided to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES act. Upon his release, Aikens interviewed with than I am and lived in Eugene, Oregon,’’ he Thursday, September 16, 2010 said. ‘‘I’ve kept in contact with about 7 or 8 ESPN. His words capture my sentiment. ‘‘All I guys, but I think there’s only three of us can say, it’s about time.’’ Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- left. I was on the tail end of the war, and I’m f ognize Donald Erb, a World War II Army vet- 84, so these other guys are getting up in the eran from Boone County, Iowa, and to ex- 90s. This flight that we took up to Wash- EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES TO press my appreciation for his dedication and ington, D.C., one guy was celebrating his PAKISTANI PEOPLE AFTER commitment to his country. 94th birthday that day.’’ FLOODS The Boone News Republican is currently The flight Erb took, the Honor Flight, brought veterans to Washington D.C. where running a series of articles that honors one SPEECH OF they had a chance to visit monuments, in- Boone County veteran every Tuesday from cluding the WWII memorial. HON. MICHAEL E. McMAHON Memorial Day to Veterans Day. Donald Erb ‘‘It was a long day, but it was wonderful,’’ OF NEW YORK was recognized on Tuesday, September 14. he said. ‘‘We all had gold shirts on and these IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Below is the article in its entirety: black hats. And when they dumped you out BOONE COUNTY VETERANS: DONALD ERB at the memorial, you had 305 guys out there Wednesday, September 15, 2010 with the gold shirts, and it was really kind of (By Greg Eckstrom) Mr. MCMAHON. Madam Speaker, thank you fascinating.’’ At 84 years old, Donald Erb might be con- Being with other veterans, and seeing the Chairman BERMAN for your leadership and for sidered one of the younger veterans of World World War II memorial, Erb said was a great encouraging our government to help the peo- War II, but still shares many characteristics experience. In his view, the war was difficult, ple of Pakistan at this critical time. with other WWII veterans of the time. He is but necessary. Pakistan is suffering one of the worst nat- disciplined, modest and sees military service ‘‘When you have to protect our country. . . ural disasters in recent history. The situation in as many did in his time . . . as more of a World War II, we didn’t have a whole lot of Pakistan is dire. The United Nations estimates duty than an option. choice,’’ he said. ‘‘We had both ends of the that more than 20 million Pakistanis have Moving to Boone County with his family at world moving in on us.’’ a very young age in 1929, Erb graduated from been displaced by the flooding, exceeding the Ogden High School and was immediately I commend Donald Erb for his many years combined total of individuals impacted by the drafted into the Army as an infantry soldier of loyalty and service to our great Nation. It is 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, the 2007 in 1944. an immense honor to represent him in the Myanmar Cyclone and the 2010 Haiti earth- ‘‘I graduated high school in 44 and went United States Congress, and I wish him all the quake. into the Army in 44,’’ he said. ‘‘Just as soon best in his future endeavors.

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Madam Speaker, I rise Pueblo’s leaders began a 60-year-long strug- noon of Wednesday, September 15, 2010, I today in honor and remembrance of Margaret gle to reclaim its native lands. In 1965, the could not be present for votes due to a com- L. Rapp, devoted mother, grandmother, aunt, U.S. Indian Claims Commission affirmed that mitment back in Michigan. Had I been present and friend to many. Mrs. Rapp was also a the United States had unjustly taken these I would have voted the following. community activist with a lifelong dedication to lands; however, it was not until 1970 that a bi- House rollcall vote 521 on H.R. 2039—Con- making our community a better place. partisan Congress passed legislation to finally gressional Made in America Promise Act, I Mrs. Rapp’s life was framed by family and return 48,000 acres of scared tribal lands to would have voted ‘‘yes.’’ community. She was the devoted mother of the Pueblo. House rollcall vote 522 on H.R. 5873—To On signing the legislation, President Nixon Kathleen, Renee and Kurt, and the devoted designate the facility of the United States declared that ‘‘This bill indicates a new direc- mother-in-law of Jose and Deborah. She was Postal Service located at 218 North Milwaukee tion in Indian affairs in this country in which also the adored grandmother of Conor, Erin, Street in Waterford, Wisconsin, as the ‘‘Cap- there will be more of an attitude of cooperation Kelly and Eric. She was very close to, and tain Rhett W. Schiller Post Office’’, I would rather than paternalism, one of self-determina- was an active participant in, the lives and spe- tion rather than termination, one of mutual re- have voted ‘‘yes.’’ cial events of her children and grandchildren. spect.’’ The Blue Lake lands are sacred to House rollcall vote 523 on H. Res. 1522— They were a great source of strength and Taos Pueblo, but they are a vital symbol of Expressing support for designation of the last mirth for her. Mrs. Rapp was also a lifelong the sovereignty and self-government for all of week of September as National Hereditary community activist who was involved in sev- Indian Country. Breast and Ovarian Cancer Week and the last eral causes and issues that served to improve I urge my colleagues to join me in recog- Wednesday of September as National our entire community. nizing the dedication of the leaders of Taos Previvor Day, I would have voted ‘‘yes.’’ Mrs. Rapp was known for her ardent opin- Pueblo as they celebrate the anniversary of House rollcall vote 524 on H.R. 5366— ions, kindness and good sense of humor. She the return of their sacred lands. The persever- Overseas Contractor Reform Act, I would have served as a dedicated employee of the city of ance of the Pueblo to obtain justice when voted ‘‘yes.’’ Parma for more than 20 years and was an un- faced with decades of opposition is an inspira- House rollcall vote 525 on H. Res. 1610— wavering volunteer and leader within the local tion to us all. Expressing the sense of the House of Rep- political scene. She also served as a longtime f resentatives regarding the terrorist attacks precinct committeewoman for the Democratic launched against the United States on Sep- Party and regularly wrote her elected rep- RECOGNIZING NURSE JODY BOCK, tember 11, 2001, I would have voted ‘‘yes.’’ resentatives regarding her opinion on many THE RECIPIENT OF THE HEART f issues that concerned her. Always inquisitive, FAILURE NURSE MAVEN AWARD Mrs. Rapp was an avid reader who was well- 145TH ANNIVERSARY OF QUEEN informed on issues affecting our community HON. HARRY E. MITCHELL STREET BAPTIST CHURCH and our country. She was also passionate OF ARIZONA about genealogy and successfully traced and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. ROBERT C. ‘‘BOBBY’’ SCOTT recorded her Irish, Welsh, German and French Thursday, September 16, 2010 OF VIRGINIA ancestry back hundreds of years. Mr. MITCHELL. Madam Speaker, I rise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join today to recognize Jody Bock, the recipient of Thursday, September 16, 2010 me in honor and memory of Mrs. Margaret L. the Heart Failure Nurse Maven Award. Jody Rapp, whose energetic spirit, service to others Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I Bock is a registered nurse, a heart-failure care rise today to congratulate a storied institution and joy for living reflected throughout her life. coordinator, and the director of professional I extend my deepest condolences to her chil- of faith in the Third Congressional District. practice at Banner Heart Hospital. This year, Queen Street Baptist Church is dren, grandchildren, daughter-in-law, son-in- Heart failure is a leading cause of death in celebrating its 145th anniversary, and I would law, nieces, nephews and many friends. The the United States, affecting 8 million Ameri- like to highlight some moments from the his- love she extended to her family, friends and to cans and their families. It is only through the tory of the church and its contribution to our our community will be remembered and treas- efforts, technical expertise, and compassion of community. ured. nurses like Jody Bock that those who struggle The Story of Queen Street Baptist began in f with heart failure can learn to accept and fight 1865 with a group of newly freed slaves. Origi- this terrible disease. The Healthcare Accredi- CONGRATULATING TAOS PUEBLO, nally members of First Baptist Church, Wil- tation Colloquium awards the Heart Failure ITS LEADERS AND ITS PEOPLE, Nurse Maven Award to recognize these re- liamsburg, these freed men gathered in the ON THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF markable nurses for their essential roles in the Hampton Courthouse and took the name Sec- THE RETURN OF THIER SACRED lives of people with heart failure. ond Baptist Church. Under the direction of BLUE LAKE LANDS Jody Bock began her career in nursing in Il- Rev. John Smith, their first pastor, the church linois, but moved to Arizona soon after receiv- met in several locations until eventually erect- HON. BEN RAY LUJA´ N ing her master’s degree and becoming a ing a building constructed with ‘‘used’’ boards OF NEW MEXICO nurse specialist with a focus on heart-failure on a plot of land between Holt and Victoria IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES care. Employed at Banner Heart Hospital for Avenues, now Settler’s Landing Road. The church members saved funds and in 1875 had Thursday, September 16, 2010 her specialization, Jody Bock was part of a group which contributed to the hospital’s cer- enough to build a new church at a cost of ´ Mr. LUJAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to tification as an Accredited Heart Failure Insti- $2,800. Upon Rev. Smith’s death in 1881, commemorate the fortieth anniversary of the tute. Rev. Ebenezer Byrd assumed the pastorship return of the sacred Blue Lake lands to the As a recipient of the Heart Failure Nurse for a brief period, until Rev. Thomas Shorts people of Taos Pueblo. Maven Award, nurse Bock has demonstrated was called as third pastor in 1883. The people of Taos Pueblo have continu- her talent and empathy for her patients and Under Rev. Shorts’ leadership, the church ously occupied the Blue Lake lands since be- their families. The challenging work she does grew rapidly. Additional land was needed to fore Spain established rule over what is now daily helps to improve the lives of those deal- build a larger church, and during Rev. Shorts’ the Southwestern United States. The lake and ing with heart failure. For this, I would like to tenure, the site where the church now stands its surrounding mountains constitute the spir- extend my sincere gratitude. was purchased. It was also at this point that itual and religious center of Pueblo life and Madam Speaker, please join me in recog- the church was renamed Queen Street Bap- culture. After the Spanish conquest, the Pueb- nizing this exceptional nurse, Jody Bock, for tist, taking its new name from its new location. lo was granted possessory rights over these her service as a nurse in the community. A fire in 1905 destroyed the church building,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 21:58 Nov 24, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\E16SE0.REC E16SE0 mmaher on DSK69SOYB1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1668 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 16, 2010 but Rev. Shorts encouraged the congregation SUPPORTING DESIGNATION OF NA- ‘‘Some of them went to Argentina, many and led them in the rebuilding effort. Sadly, he TIONAL HEREDITARY BREAST went to Brazil, a lot of them went to Europe, died before the completion of the new church AND OVARIAN CANCER WEEK to Spain. And I, since I was so interested in and reading so much about the U.S., decided building, which still serves as the current sanc- AND NATIONAL PREVIVOR DAY to come to the U.S. My father thought that tuary of Queen Street Baptist. it was a crazy idea, because he asked me SPEECH OF Fourth pastor Rev. J.A. Brown carried the ‘‘who do you know up there?’ ’’ charge to rebuild that Rev. Shorts began, and Being 22 and adventurous was his impetus. HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY ‘‘Ever since I was a child, for as long as I the new sanctuary was completed during his OF NEW YORK remember, I always wanted to be a doctor tenure (1918–1929). Fifth pastor, Rev. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES just to help people,’’ Calderon said. ‘‘There Berryman Johnson, oversaw the purchase of a Wednesday, September 15, 2010 was nothing else that interested me more parsonage on West Queen Street, which is than to wear my white coat some day and still in use today. Rev. George Russell be- Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speak- taking care of patients.’’ came pastor in 1935, and gave 31 years of er, I rise in support of H. Res. 1522, a resolu- He applied to immigrate to the U.S. and moved to Nebraska. Calderon was drafted progressive and innovative service to the tion focusing on the important health issues of breast and ovarian cancer. It is the obligation into the Army in 1959 after working in a church before dying in 1966. mental institution in Hastings, Nebraska. of this Congress to do everything that we can While in the Army, Calderon worked in a Rev. Calvin Jones and Rev. Omie Holiday to support the individuals with these cancers each served as pastor for four years in the hospital as a medic and was stationed in and to lead the fight to find a cure. The lives bases around the nation. late 1960s and early 1970s. In 1978 Rev. of too many Americans are destroyed by ‘‘The irony of my life is that, even though Marcus Pierce was installed as the ninth pas- these cancers—not only the individuals suf- I had no idea that I was going to he drafted tor, and during his 10-year tenure, numerous fering from these diseases, but the family into the Army, the moment I put on that members of the church were licensed to members and caregivers as well. I have been uniform I felt so proud because 1 used to see in movies in my hometown John Wayne and preach, a testimony to the Reverend’s influ- working to raise awareness of inflammatory ence. other actors wearing their uniform, and I’d breast cancer, a area and particularly deadly dream that I’d get to wear a uniform some The current pastor of Queen Street Baptist, form of breast cancer. Many people may not day in my lift,’’ Calderon said. Rev. Anderson W. Clary, Jr., was installed in be aware that there are different types of Having recently immigrated, his English 1991. His priorities of teaching the Bible in a breast cancer. Even many physicians are un- was very limited. Calderon said he followed manner understandable to young and old, and familiar with inflammatory breast cancer. That the example of the men around him at first, teaching Christian doctrine in all aspects of life is why continuing to educate ourselves about and with attention and practice he became much more proficient in English. He met a have been adopted by the Queen Street con- these cancers and continuing to raise aware- good friend, Jerry Butler, in 1959. The men gregation. ness is so critically important. This resolution struck up a friendship, and Butler mentioned As Queen Street Baptist Church gathers to will continue to raise awareness of breast and he was from Eldora, Iowa, before the men celebrate this historic milestone, the church ovarian cancer and encourage continuing edu- were deployed. Butler went to Korea and can truly remember its past, celebrate its cation. I want to thank Representative Calderon went to Fort Gordon in Augusta, WASSERMAN SCHULTZ for her work on this res- Ga. They would be separated for some time, present, and focus on the future. I would like though not indefinitely. to congratulate Rev. Clary and all of the mem- olution and for being a leader on these issues After serving as a medic in Ft. Gordon, bers of Queen Street Baptist Church on the and women’s health in this Congress. Calderon was discharged from the Army and occasion of their 145th anniversary. f worked to complete the medical studies he had begun in Bolivia. He returned to Omaha TRIBUTE TO JOSEPH CALDERON f after being discharged and worked as an or- derly and then a surgical technician. Due to HONORING ALBERT R. HON. TOM LATHAM financial issues and age limits, Calderon was not able to attend medical school in the U.S. MANISCALCO OF IOWA He applied to a medical school in Mexico, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was accepted and applied for his license to Thursday, September 16, 2010 practice medicine upon graduating five years HON. GARY G. MILLER later. Calderon completed post-graduate Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- OF CALIFORNIA training in Canada and returned thereafter ognize Joseph Calderon, a Navy and Army to work in Saint Joseph’s hospital in Omaha. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES veteran from Boone County, Iowa, and to ex- In 1979, 20 years after first joining the Army, press my appreciation for his dedication and Calderon enlisted in the Navy. Thursday, September 16, 2010 commitment to his country. ‘‘That was very, very, very rewarding,’’ The Boone News Republican is currently Calderon said of his 20 years in the Navy. Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California. Madam running a series of articles that honors one He had seen a billboard advertising the Speaker, I rise to honor Mr. Albert R. Navy as an adventure in Omaha, and after Boone County veteran every Tuesday from Maniscalco, a longtime Southern California researching the service, Calderon decided the Memorial Day to Veterans Day. Joseph resident and friend to many. Navy fit his life goals. The recruiter was im- Calderon was recognized on Tuesday, August pressed with Calderon and appreciated his Mr. Maniscalco was born April 11, 1929 in 17. Below is the article in its entirety: medical training, thus Calderon was soon Detroit, Michigan. BOONE COUNTY VETERANS: JOSEPH CALDERON shipped to the Naval hospital in Camp Pen- He proudly served in the United States (By Alexander Hutchins) dleton. He served several tours at Pendleton, Army in the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort staying with the Marines each time thanks Joseph Calderon, 75, was drafted into the to the requests of the Marines themselves. Bragg, from 1946–1949. Following his service, Army in 1959. It was a requirement for his ‘‘I worked with the Marines for 15 years,’’ Mr. Maniscalco retired from the drywall and naturalized citizenship, and he feels proud of Calderon said. construction industry. both his native and adoptive countries to Eventually Calderon would be reassigned, this day. Although he never married he was regarded and he traveled the world for a time, as well Calderon grew up in a poor, but educated, as directing a number of Navy clinics. as a father figure and grandfather to many family in La Paz, Bolivia, the highest na- ‘‘I also had the privilege to participate in families whom he loved as his own. His clos- tional capital in the western hemisphere. His Desert Storm when Iraq invaded Kuwait. So est friends and relatives would say that he father always stressed the value of edu- I was the main medical planner for one of was the kindest man they had ever known. cation, and a lifetime of hard work helped the large units on the east coast in Camp Calderon earn entry into a La Paz university Mr. Maniscalco was called home to the Lord Lejeune, North Carolina, which was a Marine to study medicine. At the time of his studies, Corps base,’’ Calderon said. on August 10, 2010 at the age of 81 in Gar- political instability gripped the nation. The He also provided humanitarian aid in Cen- den Grove, CA. On September 2nd he was government frequently shut down the uni- tral America and received mandatory retire- laid to rest at the Riverside National Cemetery versity where Calderon studied, as the school ment from the Navy in 1999 at the rank of with Military Honors. was the source of much of the insurrection Captain. against those in power. Frequent interrup- ‘‘In essence, I had a wonderful time with Madam Speaker, I respectfully ask that this tions to instruction influenced many med- the Navy. I enjoyed every day of my life Congress join me in honoring the life of Mr. ical students at the university to leave. working in the Navy,’’ Calderon said. ‘‘I Albert Maniscalco for his service to our coun- ‘‘Most of my classmates decided to go to didn’t want to retire because I was still ac- try and community. other parts of the world,’’ Calderon said. tive, healthy and very well liked.’’

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His projects Born on December 8, 1934, in San Rafael, Boone. embody the profound spirit of compassion and CA, Duane grew up on his family’s ranch in ‘‘I always tell people that I have so many action expressed through the collective works Nicasio. He excelled in athletics, and after San projects, I have no time to be busy,’’ of Live to Love. This week, the United Nations Rafael High School, he turned down an offer Calderon said happily. Millennium Development Goals Awards Com- to join the San Francisco Giants minor league He paints pictures, many on subjects perti- mittee in conjunction with the United Nations team to enlist in the Marine Corps where he nent to his home country. He reads non-fic- tion, collects stamps and international cur- Millennium Campaign and the United Nations excelled in both football and baseball. Despite rency and he and Mary Kay travel frequently Office for Partnerships recognized this remark- an innate distrust of authority and a tendency to Europe, Ireland, and next year they hope able spiritual leader and his work through Live for pranks, he was proud to be a Marine and to travel to Bolivia. Calderon is also a mem- to Love at the tenth anniversary of the Millen- remained loyal to the Marines and their ethics ber of the American Legion and the Marine nium Development Goals Awards Ceremony. his entire life. Corps League. The mission of Live to Love is to blend tra- After his discharge, Duane returned to Calderon retired to Iowa, much to the sur- ditional Himalayan philosophy with innovative Nicasio where he married Nellie Woodard in prise of his colleagues. Both his sons, David contemporary solutions to provide concrete 1959. The couple had three children, Peter, and Roberto, live in California, but Calderon Jeannette, and Buck, before divorcing in 1985. retired to Iowa because of the people. He said solutions to humanitarian problems. Live to he has never felt at a disadvantage in the Love focuses on five areas: (1) education, (2) Duane also coached Little League in Nicasio U.S. because he endeavors to act with re- medical services, (3) relief aid, (4) heritage for twelve years, maintaining the baseball dia- spect and intelligence. preservation and (5) environmental sustain- mond by attaching a length of chain link fence ‘‘I want to show and I want to tell people ability. The organization is headquartered in to his belt and dragging it over the diamond. that immigrate from a different country Hong Kong with support chapters in Bhutan, Duane trained horses and managed several that once they come into this country, they France, Germany, India, Malaysia, Mexico, ranches in West Marin as well as working for need to dedicate their lives to the county Nepal, Peru, Poland, Singapore, Spain, Swit- Marin Municipal Water District for 12 years. that has given them tutelage, so to speak, or Legendary West Marin Rancher Boyd Stewart the ability to be successful,’’ Calderon said. zerland, Taiwan, Vietnam, the United King- He feels strongly that the work and service dom, and the United States. enlisted his help in establishing the Morgan he has given to the United States is the rea- In furthering the five goals of Live to Love, Horse Ranch in Point Reyes National Sea- son he has been rewarded with success and the organization builds the world’s greenest shore, where Duane set up a breeding pro- kindness. schools and educates young girls in remote gram and trained young Morgans to become ‘‘1 still care for Bolivia, but Bolivia hasn’t regions empowering them with leadership ranger mounts throughout the national park given me anything. The United States has skills and confidence. Additionally, these system. helped me, and I have given back to my schools teach a sustainable way of life. Live to At the Morgan Horse Ranch, volunteer country. I’m proud to fly a U.S. flag at my Joyce Goldfield was bucked off a horse house, and mainly to respect the laws of this Love also combines the best of Eastern and country,’’ Calderon said. Western medicine to deliver vital health care named Dill Pickle and spent five months in a Calderon still follows some of the tradi- to underserved groups. Live to Love builds full body cast. While Duane was sympathizing tions and ideas of his native country, but he and operates urgently needed medical clinics with her inability to get out and enjoy the wil- strives to act as an American in public. He that serve poor rural areas at little or no cost. derness, he spoke of some of the children also presents a booth about the culture and These clinics perform eye surgeries, distribute who came to the park confined to wheelchairs history of Bolivia at cultural fairs in Iowa. medicine, aid burn victims, as well as admin- and were unable to join in tours or mount Calderon said the legal process for immi- ister health and wellness programs. They also horses due to insurance issues. The two de- gration may be strict, but it is the law and cided to use their gentle horses to take dis- it should be followed and respected. Federal train local volunteers to assist resident medical laws on immigration should be enforced to specialists, helping them gain valuable skills abled children riding into the wilderness of ensure that people entering the country can that are in strong demand in the workplace Duane’s Nicasio ranch. Thus, in July, 1977, contribute to society, he said. and increases their employment prospects. Halleck Creek Riding Club for the Disabled ‘‘The demands are difficult and numerous Also, in an effort to preserve traditional Hima- began. to get into this country, but while it takes layan heritage, Live to Love provides edu- Since that time, thousands of youngsters work, it can be done, and it’s the way I and cational services that celebrate indigenous cul- and adults with any and all disabilities have others have come here,’’ Calderon said. tures; helps conserve and restore ancient art, been served, and many have had their condi- Calderon recently contacted Jerry Butler, tions improve dramatically. Duane and Joyce his friend from the Army in 1959. Calderon artifacts, and structures; and trains community and Butler met on Butler’s farm in Eldora. leaders to protect their culture and history. expanded activities to include camping, rafting, The two men had a reunion, and after all the His Holiness teaches that in serving others, snow trips, hose shows, parades, sailing, years and miles apart their friendship we nurture ourselves. The example and ac- kayaking, and beach trips in which Duane showed to be just as strong as it was fifty tions of His Holiness and Live to Love serve pushed children in wheelchairs right into the years ago. as a clarion that can rouse the best and high- surf. Since all this was free of charge, Duane I commend Joseph Calderon for his many est within us. Indeed, his life and the organiza- became a prodigious fundraiser as well. Today years of loyalty and service to our great na- tion’s mission are an inspiration from which we over 300 disabled riders per week enjoy the tion. It is an immense honor to represent him can all draw as we endeavor to lift and benefits Halleck Creek offers—improved self- in the United States Congress, and I wish him strengthen others, and this is why I am esteem, greater freedom and mobility, adven- all the best in his future endeavors. pleased to recognize him on this occasion and turous activities, and the therapeutic effects of f bring his work and the work of his organization horseback riding. to the attention of the U.S. Congress. Duane received many honors for his work HONORING HIS HOLINESS THE f including President Bush’s Thousand Points of GYALWANG DRUKPA ON HIS Light award, J.C. Penny Golden Rule Award, VISIT TO THE UNITED STATES HONORING DUANE IRVING and Marin County’s Volunteer of the Year. He was also active in helping Joyce collect and HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY distribute clothing and bedding for the home- OF AMERICAN SAMOA OF CALIFORNIA less and in an annual benefit for Heifer Inter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES national. Joyce became Duane’s beloved companion, Thursday, September 16, 2010 Thursday, September 16, 2010 and for nearly 30 years they lived at Fairwinds Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Madam Speaker, I Ms. WOOLSEY. Madam Speaker, I rise Farm on Inverness Ridge with her children rise today to extend a warm welcome and today to honor Duane Irving who passed away Cindy, John, and Danny. In Joyce’s words, friendship to His Holiness the Gyalwang July 19, 2010, at the age of 75 on Halleck ‘‘Duane, the beloved native son of Nicasio and Drukpa during his visit to the United States. Creek Ranch, his family ranch, on which he West Marin, shall be ever missed. This hand- His Holiness the Gyalwang Drukpa is the su- established Halleck Creek Riding Club for some, gentle, loving, immensely talented, free-

VerDate Mar 15 2010 21:58 Nov 24, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\E16SE0.REC E16SE0 mmaher on DSK69SOYB1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1670 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 16, 2010 spirited man was part of all our lives and re- Bob has consistently epitomized the con- For more than a quarter century, Bob’s tire- sides in all our hearts.’’ summate Military Intelligence professional less energy and enthusiasm has facilitated Madam Speaker, I echo Joyce Goldfield’s even through the last nine years of increas- deep-rooted and trusting relationships be- words. Duane Irving was a special man who ingly demanding and critical leadership chal- tween the Army and Congress. And through knew how to direct his spirit and generosity lenges. his hard work and determination, he has been when he saw he could make a difference for Though he recently culminated his career of an integral part of shaping the Army’s most so many. His legacy is an inspiration to us all. service as the Military Intelligence Portfolio critical Intelligence requirements during war- f Manager for the Office of Congressional Liai- time and peacetime. son, that post tells only part of the story of As the Army seeks ways to fill the gap cre- HONORING PHILLIP T. EASTMAN Bob’s long career. ated by Bob’s retirement, they have found it Well known and well respected, Bob spent takes more than one young officer to keep up HON. MICHAEL A. ARCURI 26 years as the face of Army Intelligence on with the daily routine he so aptly maintained OF NEW YORK Capitol Hill and as a trusted confidante for ten for so long. Bob’s legacy of service and innu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES heads of the Army intelligence branch. merable contributions to the Army, the Intel- Thursday, September 16, 2010 His long list of achievements and contribu- ligence Community and the United States will tions are as varied as they were crucial. In the be long-lasting and immeasurable. Mr. ARCURI. Madam Speaker, I rise today wake of the Iran Contra scandal in the 1980s, I am proud to not only count him as a in honor of Mr. Phillip T. Eastman, who Bob was a key architect in developing legisla- friend, but also honored to represent him as a passed away on July 29th of this year. tion that changed the way our intelligence ap- constituent. Mr. Eastman was born on August 2, 1932 paratus operated. He was called upon again in Thank you so much, Bob, and enjoy your and worked on his family’s dairy farm as a the wake of the Abu Ghraib prison scandal to retirement. child. He earned his Bachelor of Science De- answer tough questions about our intel pro- f gree from Cornell University and his Master’s grams in Iraq and work with Congress to re- Degree from the State University of New York IN HONOR OF MR. DOMINIC shape our military interrogation program. He at Albany. CALABRO was at the forefront of Army and Defense De- Mr. Eastman honorably served in the United partment intelligence policy and execution. His States Army during the Korean War, and upon experience and intellect were recognized, HON. ALLEN BOYD his return, became a teacher and guidance OF FLORIDA sought, and leveraged as a subject-matter ex- counselor. He retired in 1989 from the New IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pert within the Army, DoD, and the broader Hartford School District as the Director of U.S. Intelligence Community. Thursday, September 16, 2010 Pupil Personnel Services. A lawyer and proud graduate of Temple Mr. Eastman was a tremendous asset to his Mr. BOYD. Madam Speaker, I rise today to University’s Beasley School, Bob provided ex- community, as he dedicated his time and ef- recognize the distinguished career of Mr. pert advice on Intelligence Law long before fort to helping others. He served as President Dominic Calabro of Tallahassee, Florida, who Congress fully considered the ramifications of of the New Hartford School Board, and as a is in his thirtieth year of public service with conflicting intel priorities. He engineered the member of my Veterans Advisory Committee. Florida TaxWatch, the statewide, nonpartisan, process of Congressional oversight of intel- Mr. Eastman volunteered countless hours in nonprofit government watchdog and research ligence activities, worked intricately on the In- assisting my office in evaluating hundreds of institute that has served the taxpayers of my telligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention applicants for military academy nominations. home State of Florida for more than three dec- Mr. Eastman enjoyed playing golf and work- Act of 2004 and was frequently and regularly ades. Mr. Calabro was first hired as a Senior Re- ing in his wood shop, but he cherished nothing called upon by my colleagues for testimony at search Analyst for Florida TaxWatch in 1980, more than spending time with his family, espe- Congressional hearings. He has also served promoted to Executive Director in 1982, and cially at their camp in Cooperstown. as advisor and support staff to numerous mili- Madam Speaker, I call on my colleagues to tary commanders during their testimony before has served as the CEO of TaxWatch since join me in recognizing the great life and con- the House and Senate Armed Service and In- 1986. He has guided the growth of TaxWatch tributions of Mr. Phillip T. Eastman. Our coun- telligence committees. into a dynamic, influential organization dedi- try and community is a better place because But Bob was also a teacher and a mentor. cated to improving government productivity of Phil’s character, kindness and commitment For many years, the nation’s youngest and and taxpayer value through research and civic to helping others. He will truly be missed. brightest intel officers have studied under engagement. TaxWatch recommendations, ap- Bob’s tutelage before taking up assignments proximately 70 percent of which have been f throughout the Army staff or on Capitol Hill as adopted by Florida’s government, have saved HONORING A CAREER OF SERVICE Congressional Fellows. billions of dollars for Florida taxpayers. AND SACRIFICE BY MR. ROBERT Bob was also a professor who has shared In addition to identifying and working to im- J. WINCHESTER his broad wealth of experience to better the prove government spending in the public inter- whole of the Army. He has been a regular in- est, Mr. Calabro and TaxWatch are the key HON. GABRIELLE GIFFORDS structor at the Military Intelligence Battalion players in the annual Prudential-Davis Produc- OF ARIZONA and Brigade Pre-Command Course that has tivity Awards, a nationally unique public-private IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES shaped generations of Military Intelligence partnership that recognizes and rewards ex- commanders and Command Sergeants Major. ceptional Florida state employees whose inno- Thursday, September 16, 2010 He has also been a frequent speaker at vative work measurably increases productivity Ms. GIFFORDS. Madam Speaker, I rise courses for young officers and enlisted per- and saves taxpayer money. today to honor a great American and a great sonnel, preparing Military Intelligence leaders Mr. Calabro’s hard work and dedication has friend, Bob Winchester, who has served our to succeed in engagements on the battlefield helped Florida TaxWatch earn and maintain country in uniform and as a dedicated member and in the halls of Congress. In this respect, the respect of the state’s most highly regarded of our intelligence community for more than Bob remains a strong and tireless profes- and influential leaders, as well respect of the three decades. Bob is officially retiring this sional. citizens of Florida and the state and national week from his post at the Pentagon where he Bob was instrumental in the establishment media. Mr. Calabro has received numerous has served in many positions but most re- of critical intel programs which continue to pay honors and awards, including being named by cently as the face of U.S. Army Intelligence. huge dividends in the current fight. His efforts, the National Junior Chamber of Commerce as Bob has distinguished himself and brought particularly on Counterintelligence and Human one of Ten Outstanding Young Americans for honor to the Army through his exceptionally Intelligence programs, include the introduction 1994, and during this same period, many Flor- meritorious service to the Defense Depart- of advanced biometrics collection and estab- ida TaxWatch recommendations have served ment, the Intelligence Community (IC), and the lishment of the Human Intelligence Training as the impetus for important changes to Flor- Nation during a career that has spanned more Joint Center of Excellence that is housed at ida budgetary and taxation policy, including than 36 years. And in recognition for his serv- Fort Huachuca in my District. the Taxpayers Bill of Rights of 1992, the Gov- ice, he will receive our government’s highest As a result of Bob’s vision and persistence, ernment Performance Accountability Act of honors for civil service from the Defense De- the Army has increased its Counter-intel and 1994, the complete phase-out of the Intangi- partment and the Director of National Intel- HUMINT capability by threefold, and that trend bles Tax, and a recent Government Cost Sav- ligence. continues. ings Task Force that so far has saved the

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I join these nations in mutual celebra- number of community organizations, including f tion of liberty, democracy and freedom, values the Florida Network of Youth and Family Serv- which we share dearly. ices, the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, PROTECT HUMAN RIGHTS IN CON I am proud that my district is the home of the United Way of the Big Bend, the Knights DAU thousands of Hispanic or Latino descent. This of Columbus, and the Board of Directors of community is comprised of individuals who Florida House. HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ cherish their various ethnicities and national Mr. Calabro is also dedicated to improve- OF CALIFORNIA origins. And yet, the Hispanic-American com- ments in public education. He is on the Board IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES munity is united by the importance that they of Advisors for Florida State University’s Grad- place on faith, family, hard work, and the hope Thursday, September 16, 2010 uate School of Social Work. Mr. Calabro also of sharing in a better America. serves on the Florida Education Foundation Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Madam Speaker, it is in this spirit of national and Communities in Schools of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise today to once again unity that I join you in commemorating His- Mr. Calabro has been supported in all of his raise the issue of human rights. In January panic Heritage Month. endeavors by his loving wife of thirty-one 2010, the Government of Vietnam sent police f years, Debbie. Mr. and Mrs. Calabro are de- and government officials into a village to force voted to their four children, Diana, Dominic, parishioners and families to sign an agree- HONORING BILL GRAFF Christina, and Danny. ment to sell their land. In April 2010, a 73- I ask my distinguished colleagues to join me year-old parishioner named Le Van Sinh was HON. STEVE DRIEHAUS in congratulating Mr. Calabro on his thirty hit with tear gas and fell unconscious. In May OF OHIO years of service with Florida TaxWatch, and to 2010, parishioner Mrs. Dang Thi Tan passed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wish him nothing but the best in his future en- away and was met with extreme violence and Thursday, September 16, 2010 deavors. 300 armed police officers and special anti-riot Mr. DRIEHAUS. Madam Speaker, last f troops while her friends and family tried to bury her in the Con Dau cemetery. During the weekend, a shining light went out in the City EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES TO ceremony, the police attempted to seize the of Norwood, Ohio when Bill Graff passed PAKISTANI PEOPLE AFTER casket. The diocese of Da Nang also reported away. Before he moved to Norwood eight years FLOODS that Mr. Nam Nguyen, a parishioner of Con ago, Bill was one of the millions of Americans Dau was arrested, threatened and beaten to SPEECH OF whose work formed the backbone of our na- death. tion. He retired from General Motors after a Are these the actions of a country that re- HON. DAN BURTON career that took him from his native Michigan spects human rights? The same country that OF INDIANA to Tennessee. committed these horrendous violations was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES It was after he retired that Bill brought his taken off the Country of Particular Concern Wednesday, September 15, 2010 charisma and commitment to Norwood, and (CPC) list because the Department of State spent the last years of his life changing that Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Madam Speaker, felt they had progressed in respecting religious city for the better. In the relatively short time as a co-chair of the Congressional Pakistan freedom. The same country that detained he called Norwood home, Bill Graff wove him- Caucus and co-sponsor, I rise in strong sup- these individuals for peacefully exercising their self into the fabric of that community. Whether port of House Resolution 1613. I am deeply freedom of speech is a non-permanent mem- carrying out a restoration that breathed new concerned about the humanitarian tragedy un- ber of the United Nations Security Council. life into one of Norwood’s magnificent older folding in Pakistan due to the recent historic How can we identify Vietnam as an inter- buildings, leading the charge to get new floods and hope that this resolution will bring national partner when it is unable to respect equipment for Norwood’s police and first re- much-needed attention to the plight of the and recognize the basic fundamental ideas of sponders, or brainstorming about their next Pakistanis. I am always moved and inspired democracy and freedom? Vietnam must be project with Vivian, his wife of 45 years, Bill by the generosity of the American people put back on the CPC list and challenged by was always looking for new ways to give back when they hear about those in need around the U.S. government to improve and promote and strengthen the bonds that hold Norwood the world and I believe that the United States human rights in order to further United States- should do everything possible to help expedite together. Vietnam relations. Through his tireless actions, Bill showed us the flow of U.S. and international aid supplies I urge the Department of State to seriously and workers into the region. that community means more than just a group address the human rights violations occurring of people sharing a street or a neighborhood. We must do everything possible to help ex- in Con Dao. I also urge my colleagues to sup- pedite the flow of U.S. and international aide He showed us that community is built upon port the appointment of a Special Rapporteur service to one another, concern for our neigh- supplies and workers into the region. I believe on Human Rights in Vietnam to investigate the that we should immediately reprogram funds bors and our children, and a dedication to im- ongoing human rights violations happening in proving the lives of those around us as well as from the Enhanced Partnership with Pakistan Con Dau by becoming a cosponsor of House Act of 2009, which were initially set aside for our own families. Resolution 1572. Especially in these tough times, we look at democracy building, into the relief effort. This f Bill’s life as an example of what a single per- way we can have an immediate impact without son can do to lift up so many others. He will spending a single additional taxpayer dollar. HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH be dearly missed. While food shortages and instances of water- borne disease continue to spread, we must HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON f act quickly and decisively. The generosity of OF TEXAS MEDIA GIVES FAR MORE MONEY the American people has been commendable. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TO DEMOCRATS THAN REPUB- Let’s make it count by acting as swiftly and LICANS competently as possible. Thursday, September 16, 2010 We are currently fighting extremists through- Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. HON. LAMAR SMITH out the region of South Asia, extremists who Madam Speaker, I rise today in celebration of OF TEXAS propagate the lie that Americans are out to this week’s anniversary of independence of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES destroy the Muslim way of life. Now we have numerous Latin American countries, of our an unprecedented opportunity to prove that country’s Hispanic Heritage Month, and in Thursday, September 16, 2010 this couldn’t be further from the truth by help- special recognition of Latinos in my district Mr. SMITH of Texas. Madam Speaker, for a ing the Pakistanis when they need it most. and throughout our country. revealing example of the national media’s lib- The U.S. response to the 2005 earthquake in On September 15, five Latin American eral bias, just follow the money. Pakistan led to a short-term increase in posi- countries commemorate their independence, During the 2010 election cycle, journalists tive public opinion of the United States in including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, have given to Democrats over Republicans by

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CHRIS VAN HOLLEN evision network employees went to Demo- munity, however, and the business that would crats, according to The Washington Examiner. OF MARYLAND It’s no wonder only 8 percent of Americans even make her name abroad, was the bakery. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES trust the media, according to a Zogby public She did not even know how to make bread, opinion poll. when she started. But with a little advice from Wednesday, September 15, 2010 The national media should give Americans her mother to get things going, and lots of the facts, not give Democrats more money. help from the rest of the family, Escolastica Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Madam Speaker, as an plunged into baking. original sponsor of this resolution, I join Chair- f As always, Tun Goru was there by her side, man BERMAN, Ranking Member ROS-LEHTINEN TAN ESCO CAN TEACH US ALL A nurturing his wife’s enthusiasms and executing and my colleagues in strong support of H. LESSON OR TWO Res. 1613, a resolution expressing our condo- the business plans that she never seemed to lences and support to the Pakistani people as run out of. The two would wake at 2 a.m. to they face a humanitarian disaster of monu- HON. GREGORIO KILILI CAMACHO bake and prepare food. They sold their goods mental dimensions. SABLAN from their snackmobile to the several hundred Today, a fifth of the country of Pakistan is OF THE NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS hungry students at Mt. Carmel School and under water as the country endures the great- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hopwood Junior High, who in those days had no school cafeteria. Tan Esco and Tun Goru est flooding in a century. More than 1,750 Thursday, September 16, 2010 also had a snack shop at the Saipan airport, people have lost their lives, over 2,700 people Mr. SABLAN. Madam Speaker, Sen˜ora which they would open when flights were ar- have been injured and almost 2 million homes have been destroyed—displacing millions of Escolastica Tudela Cabrera, more popularly riving or departing. They baked 500 loaves of men, women and children. Hundreds of and lovingly known as Tan Esco, is an icon to bread daily, delivering it Tanapag and San bridges have been destroyed, cutting off com- the people of the Northern Mariana Islands for Roque in the north, often running out because her enduring entrepreneurial spirit and tenacity munities from relief supplies. And many com- of demand, but always assuring customers munities lie vulnerable to cholera and other in overcoming adversity. there would be more fresh bread tomorrow. Born on February 10, 1930, Tan Esco grew epidemics as access to clean drinking water up during the difficult days of the Japanese And in the midst of all this activity, Tan Esco diminishes. This disaster has impacted the Administration of the Northern Mariana Is- and Tun Goru managed to raise a family—13 lives of tens of millions of people. lands. Her father had to leave his young family children in all, who themselves quickly learned Acting swiftly, the U.S. government joined and go to Palau, working in the phosphate the lessons of hard work and sacrifice needed forces with the Pakistani government to pro- mines there to earn money for his family back to ensure the survival of the family. All the vide immediate assistance. American military home in Saipan. children’s tasks were either directly or indi- helicopters were redirected to rescue efforts Tan Esco attended a private, Catholic rectly related to running the family business, within hours of the Pakistani Government’s re- school, but later had to transfer to a Japanese Escolastica’s Enterprises. quest for help. American military aircraft began school, where Chamorro and Carolinian chil- Admired for her work ethic and drive to suc- delivering hundreds of thousands of meals dren were taught the Japanese language and ceed, Tan Esco also became involved in local and millions of pounds of relief supplies to the customs. Tan Esco remembered her Japa- politics and civic organizations. She was the affected areas. We have provided heavy-duty waterproof sheeting to construct temporary nese teachers for their harsh manner in deal- first woman ever to serve on the municipal shelters for more than 100,000 people, rescue ing with errant students and for the corporal council of Saipan. She held key positions in punishment, which they meted out unspar- boats, construction equipment, water filtration the Saipan Chamber of Commerce, with the ingly. Despite such treatment, Tan Esco ex- units, and even prefabricated bridges. We are Saipan Farmer’s Market Association, the Mi- celled at school. She was among the top ten working hand-in-hand with the Pakistan Na- cronesian Arts and Crafts Association, the in her class and was even put in charge of tional Disaster Management Authority to en- PTA committees of Mt. Carmel School, the classes, when the teacher was summoned sure this assistance is delivered expeditiously away. Kristo Rai Church parish council, the Voca- to those in need. tional Education State Advisory Council and The attitude of the Japanese Administration Additionally, the U.S. has pledged more towards the local Chamorros and Carolinians other organizations. She participated in the White House Conference on Aging. And in than $150 million toward emergency flood re- hardened even farther, Tan Esco recalls, with lief. Approximately $92 million of that total is in the onset of World War II. And when American 1991, Tan Esco accepted the honor of being the first woman grand marshal in Saipan’s Lib- direct support of the UN relief plan. USAID forces invaded Saipan, the Japanese military and the State Department are also working to- eration Day parade and festivities. treated the local people almost as if they, too, gether to redirect $60 million of the $7.5 billion were the enemy. Tan Esco hid in a small cave Today, Tan Esco enjoys her days in full re- Pakistan development aid package to flood re- with over 40 natives for 19 days, while gunfire tirement, having handed over the reins of the covery and reconstruction efforts. And, in light and bombs raged around them night and day. business to her youngest daughter. Tan Esco of fast moving events on the ground, USAID It was a nightmare for the 14-year-old reached the milestone of 80 years of life ear- Administrator Shah has expressed an intention Escolastica; and the memories of the war re- lier this year. Her years of work have left her to re-evaluate future uses of the Pakistan aid main fresh to this day, memories she hopes as vigorous and she could easily pass for a package. no one in her family will ever have to experi- woman of 60. Tan Esco says she can hardly ence. This is a time of great crisis for the Paki- believe that she has lived for eight decades, stani people and they urgently need our help. After the war ended, Tan Esco worked hard marveling that time has flown so fast. Her hus- to help her family rebuild their lives. With the This resolution expresses our support for the band Tun Goru passed away in 2006, but their people of Pakistan as they face this unprece- knowledge of hairdressing she learned from 13 children, and many grandchildren, and an American lady and $500 borrowed from her dented catastrophe and encourages the great-grandchildren were on hand to celebrate father, Tan Esco opened Saipan’s first beauty Obama Administration to re-examine its prior- Tan Esco’s 80th birthday. shop in the village of Susupe. The budding ities for using funds under the Enhanced Part- entrepreneur was only 19 years of age. Then Biba, Tan Esco, and dangkulo na si Yuus nership with Pakistan Act of 2009 in light of her business interests grew. Within a few Maase. You are a living lesson to the younger the crisis. short years, she expanded into retail, becom- generations of the Northern Mariana Islands. I encourage my colleagues to join me in ing the first post-war shopkeeper to sell shoes God bless. supporting this resolution.

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HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. from, is all about! bill may be a political victory for the American OF GEORGIA Watching you Michael, we so understand . . . gun lobby, a special carve-out for guns would IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Just what the word Hero, is all about! do nothing to help families emerge from the Whether, on battlefields of honor seen . . . crisis of bankruptcy. Thursday, September 16, 2010 Or back home rebuilding your life, Michael In these times of economic hardship, mil- Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Madam Speaker, You Are Seen, Crushing It! lions of working families are facing bankruptcy I rise today in honor of a strong son of the With but all of your, Most Heroic Dreams! and foreclosure. They need real help, not South, and a real American hero, SGT Mi- Teaching Us! Reaching Us! As all hearts here carve-outs for special interests. so Beseeching Us . . . chael Cameron of Atlanta. Another freedom f fighter, from that great State of Georgia, who Making dynamic gains, all in your life’s theme! RECOGNIZING MR. CLYDE went off to war for his country. On April 1, Chiseled, from the top on down . . . 2007, Michael lost his leg in southern Iraq, MCQUEEN OF THE FULL EM- Rebuilding, your life into a work of art so PLOYMENT COUNCIL and almost his life, but he’s come back home profound! even stronger in his quest to rebuild his life. As, there is nothing that’s going to hold this With the support of his lovely wife and their Army Man down! HON. EMANUEL CLEAVER beautiful daughter, they are living the Amer- A Freedom Fighter, who all hearts will so ig- OF MISSOURI ican dream as he is back in college at Emory nite here . . . IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES University embarking upon a new career. I ask Crushing us now, all with what’s all in your Thursday, September 16, 2010 that this poem penned by Albert Caswell, who heart so found! And if I ever have a son, I but hope and pray Mr. CLEAVER. Madam Speaker, I rise has grown to admire his strength and courage he could be like this fine one! today in recognition of the achievements of and determination over the years, be placed in Who So Shines, like this Southern Son . . . Mr. Clyde McQueen, an individual who has the RECORD in honor of his courageous life For what your heart and life has won! dedicated his life to economic development ... You’ve Crushed It! and job training initiatives in the Fifth Congres- CRUSH IT f sional District of Missouri, the district that I am In times of war, Georgia Men . . . honored to represent. This week, during the Have but our Nation’s burdens bore! PERSONAL EXPLANATION Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s An- Men like Max Cleland, whose fine hearts nual Legislative Conference, Mr. McQueen will have soared! As into That Darkness, they’d so moved HON. BRUCE L. BRALEY be inducted into the Missouri Walk of Fame, forth! OF IOWA an annual occasion held to honor the achieve- As there they Crushed It! Moved it, and ran IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ments of African Americans who have made significant contributions to Missouri. right through it . . . Thursday, September 16, 2010 All in the darkest of all evils, as Michael you Mr. McQueen serves as the President and so pursued it! Mr. BRALEY of Iowa. Madam Speaker, I Chief Executive Officer of the Full Employment As you so ran right up to it, as death you so missed votes on Monday, September 16, Council—Missouri Career Center, a center viewed it . . . 2010, due to a meeting at the Institutes of that works to promote job training and place- Built for speed! All in your heroes creed . . . Medicine. If I were present, I would have ment in the Kansas City, Missouri and the sur- You Crushed It! voted: rounding areas. The Full Employment Council As you could not be stopped, as you would is a nonprofit organization tasked with pro- not heed! ‘‘Yea’’ on rollcall 526, On Ordering the Pre- As deep . . . deep . . . deep . . . deep down in- vious Question, H. Res. 1620—Providing for viding career employment and training for the side, your great heart . . . consideration of H.R. 4785, the Rural Energy unemployed and the underemployed. In this So began to beat! Savings Program Act. position, Mr. McQueen, administers and di- To give you all that you so needed! ‘‘Yea’’ on rollcall 527, On Agreeing to the rects funding towards job training, education, As a Hero, a Freedom Fighter . . . Resolution, H. Res. 1620—Providing for con- and economic development. The Full Employ- As all for God and country you would so sideration of H.R. 4785, the Rural Energy Sav- ment Council is responsible for program activi- bleed . . . ings Program Act. ties that work to develop employment training A bold Army Man, who now so stands . . . programs in rural, urban, and suburban areas. As life and death, all so lie all in your hands ‘‘Yea’’ on rollcall 528, On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Concur in the Senate Amend- Mr. McQueen has served in this role for ... over 23 years, and has assisted over a half a The kind of guy, A Band of Brothers . . . ments, H.R. 3562—To designate the Federal million people during his tenure. While in this wants by their side . . . building under construction at 1220 Echelon position, Mr. McQueen’s commitment to unem- All in the darkest of all nights, who will so Parkway in Jackson, Mississippi, as the ployment has been recognized by a proclama- stand . . . Chaney, Goodman, Schwerner Federal Build- tion from the Missouri House and Senate, as While, all there in that moment of truth . . . ing. When, all seems so lost . . . well as from a letter of appreciation from Your fine heart so shows us the proof! f former President Bill Clinton in recognition of As looking down, as you so found . . . your support offered to the President during his strong leg not found . . . H.R. 5827, PROTECTING GUN OWNERS IN BANKRUPTCY ACT 1996 visit to Kansas City. Prior to serving as And yet somehow, your fine heart will not be President and CEO of the Full Employment reduced! Council, Mr. McQueen served as Division Di- As you had to Crush It . . . as you must re- HON. BETTY McCOLLUM build, all but with your iron will . . . rector of Training and Employment Develop- OF MINNESOTA As you Crushed It . . . ment for the Texas Department of Community As so much depends upon you Mike . . . IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Affairs. In this role, Mr. McQueen was respon- Pumping up, as once again it’s all up to you Thursday, September 16, 2010 sible for directing the budget to fund units of . . . my son! government, business organizations, and com- To rebuild where none lies left, Ms. MCCOLLUM. Madam Speaker, I rise munity based groups for job training and em- as your fine heart so instills, for you to but today in opposition to H.R. 5827, the Pro- ployment initiatives. be only your very best! tecting Gun Owners in Bankruptcy Act. This Mr. McQueen received his Bachelor’s and As with your courage, you so Crushed It . . . legislation would provide a special exemption Master’s degrees in Speech Communication Oh yes . . . as all of us you have so blessed to allow gun owners to keep certain firearms and Political Science from the Southwest ... during bankruptcy proceedings. Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas. As we watch you, when your courage comes to crest . . . Bankruptcy is a difficult and trying time for Currently, he is a board member of the U.S. All in your tine life’s reps, as an Army man all families who face it. The federal system is Conference of Mayor’s Workforce Develop- who so can . . . designed to protect some personal items from ment Council, and was appointed to the Mis- To Be The Best! being seized, because they are essential to an souri Automobile Task Force by Missouri Gov- As you will not wait, as you will not rest . . . individual or family’s livelihood. Assets such as ernor Jay Nixon. Mr. McQueen has been

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Looking for a continue to support American manufacturing for me to recognize Mr. Clyde McQueen for way to a way to provide for his young family and a strong, vibrant workforce. his efforts to improve the workforce and ad- after returning from the war, some friends con- f vance job training in the Kansas City Metro- vinced him to open his own grocery store in politan Area. I know that Mr. McQueen will Hutto. HONORING LARRY POWELL continue to fight for both the unemployed and Signing a 5-year lease for $25 a month, underemployed in my district, and in this time Schmidt transformed a big, open building on HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH when unemployed rates have plummeted, I East Street into his own grocery store, Red & OF CALIFORNIA am grateful for the hard work and dedication White, with his wife Julia. They opened their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Mr. McQueen. It is with great pride that we doors on Friday, July 13, 1951, with three Thursday, September 16, 2010 honor Mr. McQueen today for his commitment other groceries in the area to compete with. Mr. RADANOVICH. Madam Speaker, I rise to the residents of Missouri. Ed proved himself to the community of Hutto today to acknowledge and honor Larry Powell and 2 years later, in 1953, he bought and ex- f for receiving the 2010 Distinguished Citizen panded into the space next door. When his Award from the Sequoia Council Boy Scouts HONORING THE 2010 BLUE RIBBON lease expired he purchased his first building. of America. Larry has had a distinguished ca- SCHOOLS OF THE FIFTH CON- He owned and operated his grocery store with reer as the Superintendent in the Fresno GRESSIONAL DISTRICT OF Julia on East Street until 1990. With the store County Office of Education, adhering to ex- TEXAS closed, Schmidt had the opportunity to get in tremely high standards of quality and integrity. the insurance business with his son Dennis, Larry is a lifetime resident of Fresno County so he sold some of his building space and HON. JEB HENSARLING who has created a legacy in his 40 years of kept enough for an office where he still works OF TEXAS service in public education. He has served with his son. As an established resident, small IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES students and lead community educational en- business and property owner in Hutto, in 1961 Thursday, September 16, 2010 deavors in Sanger Unified School District, Schmidt learned of a place on the council Fresno Unified School District, and Central Mr. HENSARLING. Madam Speaker, today I through a good friend from church who was honor the four schools in the Fifth Congres- Unified School District. also council member. When an opening came Larry is also very involved and well con- sional District of Texas recently recognized for up mid-term, Schmidt filled it and then kept excellence in education. Fred Douglass Ele- nected within his community. He has partici- getting re-elected, never spending a cent on a pated in many civic and church activities, in- mentary School in Jacksonville, Lake High- campaign. ‘‘I never thought, and no one on lands Junior High School in Dallas, Scurry- cluding membership on the Board of Trustees council, thought of ourselves as politicians,’’ for Fresno Pacific University, the California Rosser Middle School in Scurry and West he said. ‘‘We were serving the community. We Side Elementary School in Jacksonville were County Superintendents Educational Services just had to pitch in.’’ Association, Break the Barriers, the Sequoia named to the Department of Education’s 2010 At this time, the city assessed and collected Blue Ribbon Schools list. Council of the Boy Scouts, and many others. its own taxes; it had one elected marshal who Larry’s educational leadership has been rec- Their performance illustrates the commit- was replaced with a one-person police depart- ognized by the California School Administra- ment and dedication of the students, parents, ment, a distant thought from the Hutto we see tors of Region 9, who awarded him as Super- teachers, and administrators to a quality edu- today, with a full police force, and new neigh- intendent of the Year. He has been recog- cation. Education is the backbone of a suc- borhoods and schools being built to keep up nized by Fresno State as a Noted Alumni. cessful society, and I am proud to know that with the rapid growth. On Friday, October 20, Larry is married to Dot, a former principal the students of these four schools are receiv- 2007, the city honored Schmidt, renaming and Executive Director of SALT Fresno and ing a quality education that will provide a solid County Road 119 after him, for his contribu- READ Fresno, Inc. He has a daughter and foundation for future academic success. tion to Hutto’s growth. Ed Schmidt Boulevard two grandchildren. It is clear that Larry will This is a great honor of which the school, its links Hutto to Pflugerville’s FM 685. leave a lasting legacy for generations to come. students, parents, and communities can be Though he continues to work hard every Madam Speaker, please join me in com- justifiably proud, and I offer my warm con- day without any sign of slowing down, Ed mending Larry Powell for his distinguished ca- gratulations on this fine achievement. cherishes his time spent with Julia. Married 68 reer and community service, and in wishing Madam Speaker, as the representative for years, the Schmidt’s have raised four children him the best of luck and health as he con- the Fifth Congressional District of Texas, I and now take great pride and joy in their 12 tinues to set standards in Fresno County. would like to commend these schools for their grandchildren and six great-grandchildren who f continued achievements in education. all live between Austin and Rockdale. f f HONORING THE 300 ANNIVERSARY OF GREAT VALLEY PRES- EDMUND G. SCHMIDT OF HUTTO, CONGRESSIONAL MADE IN BYTERIAN CHURCH TEXAS AMERICA PROMISE ACT

SPEECH OF HON. JIM GERLACH HON. JOHN R. CARTER OF PENNSYLVANIA OF TEXAS HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW YORK Thursday, September 16, 2010 Thursday, September 16, 2010 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise Mr. CARTER. Madam Speaker, I would like Wednesday, September 15, 2010 today to congratulate the Congregation of to recognize Mr. Edmund G. Schmidt of Hutto Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speak- Great Valley Presbyterian Church in Tredyffrin Texas. ‘‘Mr. Hutto’’, is what they call him. Mr. er, I rise today in support of H.R. 2039, the Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania as Edmund G. Schmidt has served the Hutto Congressional Made in America Promise Act. they celebrate the Church’s 300th anniversary. community in countless ways for decades. This bill extends the provisions of the Buy Recognized as the second-oldest Pres- First being elected to city council in 1961, Ed American Act to the legislative branch. It is im- byterian church in the Commonwealth of served the city for 29 consecutive years, 9 as portant that the Congress lead by example Pennsylvania, services originally were held in city councilman and 20 as mayor of Hutto. A and support American manufacturers and homes of various members. Rev. Malachi World War II Veteran, and small business businesses. Jones delivered the first sermon in 1714 from owner for over 50 years, Schmidt has also In the global economy, American manufac- a wooden pulpit inside the rough log cabin continued serving with several groups, includ- turers are being pressured from all angles. It held together by iron nails forged on site and ing the Hutto Lions Club, where he is in his is important for this Congress to pursue poli- with windows made from imported glass. 54th year of perfect attendance as a charter cies that ensure that our businesses are able Organized more than 65 years before our member, and Hutto Lutheran Church where he to compete in the world economy. nation declared its independence from Great

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This feat was acknowledged f it has evolved immeasurably since the days with the Ansari X Prize, and the 2004 Collier when farmers and their families worshiped in Trophy later that year, awarded by the Na- IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF a ‘‘little country church,’’ the tremendous com- tional Aeronautic Association. Today, 2010 HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH mitment to nurturing the spiritual growth of SpaceShipOne is displayed in the Smithsonian members and strengthening the bonds be- National Air and Space Museum’s ‘‘Milestones HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH tween neighbors and families has remained of Flight’’ gallery in Washington, D.C. OF OHIO constant. SpaceShipTwo is now in development and will IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A worship service to give thanks for 300 continue to transform the commercial space Thursday, September 16, 2010 years of faith and service will conclude the industry. Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise Church’s tercentennial celebration on Sunday, Today, the Mojave Air and Space Port occu- today in honor of 2010 Hispanic Heritage September 19, 2010. pies about 3,300 acres and serves as a world Month, as we celebrate the members of this Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues renowned flight resource center. The airport is community and their invaluable contributions join me today in congratulating the Congrega- home to over 40 companies, ranging from to the Greater Cleveland Area and to our tion of Great Valley Presbyterian Church as small industrial to highly advanced aero- they commemorate this memorable milestone country. nautical design firms. XCOR is a small busi- Hispanic Heritage month celebrates and illu- and in extending best wishes for continued ness that is building a spacecraft to take indi- success and growth. minates the significant contributions that viduals to space. Recently, NASA awarded Americans of Hispanic heritage have had on f funding to tenant Masten Space Systems American culture. Hispanic Americans have CONGRATULATING THE MOJAVE through the NASA Commercial Reusable Sub- contributed immeasurably toward efforts to AIR AND SPACE PORT ON ITS orbital Research Program to finance the devel- elevate the human condition. 75TH ANNIVERSARY opment and testing of the Xaero vehicle which Americans of Hispanic descent have served will make four flights from the Mojave Air and our country in numerous ways—as elected of- HON. KEVIN McCARTHY Space Port to demonstrate reusable launch ficials, teachers, musicians, physicians, vet- and small payloads going to near-space. OF CALIFORNIA erans, community activists, and dedicated em- The Mojave Air and Space Port continues to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ployees in virtually every sector of the econ- break new ground and expand its facilities as Thursday, September 16, 2010 omy. Their rich and diverse culture has it recently extended its largest runway to touched the life of every American has been Mr. MCCARTHY of California. Madam 12,500 feet and integrated a new commercial an invaluable addition to Cleveland’s diverse Speaker, I rise today to honor an airport in my development taxiway system. The Mojave Air social fabric. community that has been at the forefront of and Space Port not only is known for its revo- Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join aerospace milestones. Mojave Air and Space lutionary air and space technology, but it also me in honor and celebration of Hispanic Herit- Port, located in Mojave, California, is cele- boasts an extensive resume in film production. age month of 2010, as we recognize the great brating 75 years of service and cutting edge The airport has been the host to movies, tele- contributions made by Hispanic Americans in innovation this upcoming September 18, 2010. vision shows, commercials and music videos. my district and around the country. The Mojave Air and Space Port has a Today, the Mojave Air and Space Port is unique history. Starting as a rural airstrip in run and supported by the leadership of the f 1935, the Mojave Airport provided access to East Kern Airport District. The East Kern Air- COMMEMORATING CONSTITUTION the local gold and silver mining industry. After port District encourages entrepreneurship and DAY seven years of serving the local mining indus- flourishes, existing by its mission statement to, try, the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) shifted the ‘‘Foster and maintain our recognized aero- HON. SPENCER BACHUS focus of the airport and turned it into the Ma- space presence with a principle focus as the OF ALABAMA rine Corps Auxiliary Station (MCAAS) Mojave world’s premier civilian aerospace test center IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in 1942. In 1946, MCAAS Mojave was con- while seeking compatibly diverse business and Thursday, September 16, 2010 verted into a U.S. Navy airfield. In 1951, the industry.’’ The Mojave Air and Space Port is USMC reopened MCAAS Mojave as an auxil- under the forward-thinking leadership of the Mr. BACHUS. Madam Speaker, September iary field, Marine Corps Air Station El Toro. In East Kern Airport District Board Members Jim 17th is Constitution Day, a time to show ap- 1961, Kern County acquired the airport, and in Balentine, JoAnn Painter, Marie Walker, Dick preciation for the foundational and supreme 1972, and the East Kern Airport District was Rutan, and Cathy Hansen and General Man- law of our land that deserves special attention formed to direct the airport. ager, Stuart Witt, along with his team of dedi- this year. The principles of the U.S. Constitu- The Mojave Air and Space Port has three cated individuals. tion have successfully guided our Nation core focuses: flight testing, space industry de- The Mojave Air and Space Port is also through times of both prosperity and chal- velopment, and aircraft heavy maintenance home to the Intermediate Space Challenge. lenge. The genius of our Constitution rests in and storage. With its convenient location close Through this program, the Mojave Air and the Founding Fathers’ intricate system of to Edwards Air Force Base, the Mojave Air Space Port opens its facility to young students checks and balances and the division of pow- and Space Port has been a leader in flight in 4th, 5th and 6th grade, enabling them to ers between the states and the national gov- testing activities for over 30 years. Beginning work together in a team environment to ernment. This has helped ensure that the peo- in the late 1990s, the Mojave Air and Space choose a team name, create team banners, ple are the masters of their government, rather Port became a hub for small companies seek- craft an essay, and develop and use their than its servants. The 10th Amendment was ing a place to develop space flight tech- math and science skills to construct and particularly prescient in recognizing that the nologies, with the first flight tests starting in launch a small rocket under appropriate super- most effective, responsive, and representative 1999. In 2004, it was the first spaceport cer- vision. Along with involving the community in government is that which is closest to its citi- tified by the Federal Aviation Administration to this revolutionary program, the Mojave Air and zens. It has long been my practice to dis- be licensed for horizontal launches of reusable Space Port also encourages teachers and ad- tribute copies of the Constitution to the school launch vehicles in the United States. ministrators across the country to implement groups with whom I meet, and I am greatly The Mojave Air and Space Port is the home similar programs that stimulate students and encouraged by the millions of patriotic Ameri- to the Rutan Model 76 Voyager aircraft, de- infuse them with a love of engineering, mathe- cans who are now dedicating themselves to signed by Burt Rutan and piloted by his broth- matics, and science. reaffirming and restoring the principles of lim- er Dick Rutan, where they set a record-break- The Mojave Air and Space Port has given ited government and personal freedom. Public ing flight around the world without stopping to the community 75 years of exceptional serv- and personal readings of the Constitution are refuel in 1986. Model 281 Proteus, a tandem- ice. It is a keystone of our aerospace achieve- taking place throughout Alabama and our wing high-endurance aircraft designed by Burt ments not only in California but around the na- country in recognition of Constitution Day. All and tested at the Mojave Air and Space Port, tion and throughout the world. I applaud the Americans should reflect on an enduring docu- holds several altitude records. Mojave Air and Space Port for its innovative ment that has given us the magnificent gifts of

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OF CALIFORNIA ONSTRATION PROJECTS TO I look forward to having the opportunity to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES STATES administer the oath of allegiance to applicants Thursday, September 16, 2010 for naturalization. Immigrants have, and will HON. JIM McDERMOTT continue, to make long-lasting contributions to Ms. HARMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate National Aerospace Week. OF WASHINGTON the United States. Mr. Speaker, I strongly sup- At a time when there is so much discour- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES port H.R. 4862 and urge my colleagues to do the same. I yield back the balance of my time. aging economic news, we can look to the Thursday, September 16, 2010 skies for some solace. f Mr. MCDERMOTT. Madam Speaker, today I Los Angeles County’s unemployment rate is introduced legislation with Representative HONORING THE CENTENARY OF hovering around 13 percent, worse than the JOHN LINDER (R–GA) that would restore the MOTHER TERESA national average. But my district, the 36th authority for the Department of Health and Congressional District, has an unemployment Human Services to grant child welfare waiver HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL rate of less than half that—largely because of the cushion provided by the aerospace indus- demonstration projects to States. Child welfare OF NEW YORK try. It is our economic engine. waivers will give some States additional flexi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bility in designing targeted interventions for at- Our aerospace companies employ 819,000 risk children. Thursday, September 16, 2010 Americans in high-skill, high-wage jobs—near- While I support providing opportunities for Mr. ENGEL. Madam Speaker, Mother Te- ly 6,500 of them in California—who together States to improve the outcomes of children resa, born Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhi and of Alba- contribute 3 to 5 percent of the Gross Domes- through this authority, waivers are not a sub- nian descent, for over 45 years ministered to tic Product. stitute for comprehensive child welfare financ- the poor, sick, orphaned, and dying, first in The products produced by aerospace com- ing reform or for additional investments in im- India and then to other countries. She died in panies are in world-wide demand. Last year proving outcomes for at-risk children. 1997 and was beatified by Pope John Paul II the U.S. exported $81 billion in aerospace I will continue to work with all of my col- as Blessed Teresa of Calcutta. technology, responsible for the largest foreign leagues to develop proposals that build on the On the centenary of her birth, we celebrate trade surplus in the American economy. progress made with the Fostering Connections the great work of this wonderful woman, who Aerospace is not only vital to the American to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act so gave so much as an advocate for the poor economy—it is vital to our national security. that we can ensure the best outcomes for and helpless that she was awarded the Nobel From the Mexican border to the Pakistan fron- every child that comes to the attention of the Peace Prize. tier, unmanned aircraft and other platforms child welfare system. When she arrived in India, she became in- provide eyes and ears to our military and law f creasingly disturbed by the widespread pov- enforcement. erty she saw in Calcutta. She began her mis- These are American jobs, and they are a PERMITTING MEMBERS OF CON- sionary work in the slums in 1948, wearing a cornerstone of our economy. For reasons of GRESS TO ADMINISTER THE simple white cotton sari with a blue border. national security, nearly two-thirds of these OATH OF ALLEGIANCE TO APPLI- She began looking after the needs of the des- jobs cannot be performed overseas. They are CANTS FOR NATURALIZATION titute and starving by begging for food and here to stay. supplies. But our aerospace workforce is aging. Some SPEECH OF In 1950, she received Vatican permission to 60 percent of aerospace workers are over age HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. start the congregation that would become the 50, and almost 26 percent are eligible for re- OF GEORGIA Missionaries of Charity with a mission to care tirement this year. Not enough young sci- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for, in her words, ‘‘the hungry, the naked, the entists and engineers are signing up to take homeless, the crippled, the blind, the lepers, the place of the ‘‘gray wave.’’ Wednesday, September 15, 2010 all those people who feel unwanted, unloved, It used to be that being a rocket scientist Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I uncared for throughout society, people that was synonymous with genius. Now that man- rise today in support of H.R. 4862, which per- have become a burden to the society and are tle seems to apply only to the inventors of mits Members of Congress to administer the shunned by everyone.’’ It began with 13 mem- Facebook, eBay and Google. We are grad- oath of allegiance to applicants for naturaliza- bers and today has more than 4,000 nuns run- uating just 70,000 engineers a year. And U.S. tion. I strongly support this bill and am a proud ning orphanages, AIDS hospices and charity students recently ranked 21 out of 30 in cosponsor of this bill. centers worldwide, and caring for refugees, science literacy, and performed even worse in Naturalization is the process by which U.S. the blind, disabled, aged, alcoholics, the poor math literacy. citizenship is granted to a foreign citizen or and homeless, and victims of floods, The only way we’ll maintain our edge in national after he or she fulfills the require- epidemics, and famine. aerospace is by inspiring kids and making it ments established by Congress in the Immi- She went wherever there was suffering. At ‘‘cool’’ again to design air and space craft. gration and Nationality Act. According to U.S. the height of the war in Beirut she rescued Dean Kamen—the inventor of the Segway— Citizenship and Immigration Services, more children and brokered ceasefires; she helped does this through a nonprofit after-school ro- than 700,000 immigrants become U.S. citizens the hungry in Ethiopia; radiation victims of botics program. FIRST—For Inspiration and every year. Chernobyl; and earthquake victims in Armenia. Recognition of Science and Technology—is America is a diverse nation that was built on She even opened a center in the South Bronx. partnered with the Massachusetts Institute of immigrants. As we all know, immigrants have Mother Teresa suffered a heart attack in Technology to supply secondary schools with made, and continue to make, lasting contribu- Rome in 1983, while visiting the Pope. After a instructional materials, guidelines for starting tions to our society. In my home state of Geor- second attack in 1989, she received an artifi- robotics teams, and marketing support to inter- gia, immigrants comprise at least 11.9 percent cial pacemaker. In 1996, she broke her collar est children in studying the math and science of the state workforce. Thus, it is important to bone, suffered a bout of malaria, and her left behind construction of these devices. do all we can to create pathways for immi- ventricle failed. In failing health, she stepped Schools in my district participate in the ro- grants to become U.S. citizens. America is down as head of Missionaries of Charity in botics competition, and Dean Kamen has per- known for its rich diversity which is truly a March, 1997, and died on September 5, 1997. sonally visited my district to take part in a source of strength and competitiveness. Mother Teresa showed what can be done panel on the need for more young people to At naturalization ceremonies, immigrants fi- through dedication and love. She is a shining pursue aerospace careers. Our economy and nally have the chance to become official citi- example of one who rather than curse the national security depend on it.

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We couldn’t get in because of our bow weekend I had the privilege of visiting with the being low. So we had to wait two days. Fi- Piedmont Republican Women’s Club (PRWC) Thursday, September 16, 2010 nally, on the fourth day, we made it in.’’ which was celebrating its 50th anniversary. Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- Another vivid memory for Walter was the The PRWC, whose first president was Anita ognize Kenneth Walter, a World War II Navy flag raising at Mount Suribachi. Brower, was founded in Fauquier County in veteran from Boone County, Iowa, and to ex- ‘‘We were one of the ships they came to 1960. They are a volunteer grassroots organi- looking for a flag to put up on Mount press my appreciation for his dedication and Sirabachi on Iwo, and the ship next to us had zation, with more than 80 members, affiliated commitment to his country. a flag extra, and we didn’t happen to,’’ he with the National Federation of Republican The Boone News Republican is currently said. ‘‘But we did get to see the event from Women and the Virginia Federation of Repub- running a series of articles that honors one our ship. We blew our horns and everything lican Women. Mrs. Patricia Rice was in at- Boone County veteran every Tuesday from like that. The Marines let us know what tendance at the luncheon. She and her hus- Memorial Day to Veterans Day. Kenneth Wal- they’d done, because we had Marines who band Scott Rice are the parents of six remark- were unloading tanks at that particular ter was recognized on Tuesday, September 7. time.’’ able children who have served our country in Below is the article in its entirety: immeasurable ways. Walter also recalled the final day of World BOONE COUNTY VETERANS: KENNETH WALTER War II. His ship had been remodeled to be a All six of the Rice children are currently (By Greg Eckstrom) hospital ship for the invasion of Japan. serving or have served in the armed forces. ‘‘We had doctors and nurses aboard,’’ he Their commitment is extraordinary. The Rice History is best learned from experience. said. ‘‘They put a couple operating rooms family’s story is one of unwavering strength Living through it, feeling it and seeing it down where we usually carry tanks. So we and devotion to this country. from your own eyes. were not unhappy to see the war be over. We As a former American history teacher, Rebecca L. Rice Johnson served five years were amongst those that were pleased that Kenneth Walter, who has lived in Boone for the atom bombs stopped the war. We knew in the Air Force during which time she attained 50 years now and is a retired United adminis- what was going to happen to us.’’ the rank of senior airman. She also received trator, would likely be the best teacher you After the war ended, Walter traveled to the Air Force Commendation with Valor for her can find for World War II history from the Korea with a construction battalion, and heroic efforts on the scene of a car accident. Pacific. then back to Japan. His boat had been de- After serving in the Air Force she graduated Learning about Kamikaze pilots? Walter’s commissioned, and he found himself as part from George Mason University and is now boat was hit by one. The flag raising on of the group giving his boat to those they married to a Marine. Mount Suribachi during the battle of Iwo had previously been fighting. Sergeant Patrick McMahon Rice served as Jima? They came to Walter’s boat first look- ‘‘It was an odd feeling,’’ he said. ‘‘There’s ing for a spare flag, and ended up getting the nothing in any history book about the a radio tech from 1999–2003 and served in one from the boat next to him. United States helping the Japanese in that Iraq, fighting in the battle for An Nasiriyah for Walter’s experiences brought him through kind of way. I think it’s one of those typical which he received a Presidential Unit Citation. some historic moments in World War II, but things Americans do . . . give the beaten After receiving an associate’s degree he re- as far as sharing this in his classrooms after people a better chance to get by. And what enlisted and is currently stationed at New returning to the United States, he stuck to happened to our ship, it was turned over to River Air Station, North Carolina, with 2nd Pla- teaching rather than sharing stories. some Japanese fishermen. We gave them toon, Military Police Company, Marine Wing ‘‘In my years of teaching I don’t ever recall about two days worth of training on how to an instance of recounting the fact that I was run the ship and gave it to them. On March Support Group 2/7. 13, 1946, we did that. That’s when I started Mary Ann Rice was commissioned in the in the service,’’ he said. ‘‘Everybody had been in the service. You did it and never my long trek home. I got out in July of 1946. Army Nurse Corps and is a second lieutenant gave it too much thought.’’ I took a ship, another ship, back home.’’ currently stationed at Tripler Army Hospital in Born in Keokuk, Walter graduated high After his service, Walter moved to Illinois, Hawaii. school in Cincinnati, Ohio, before enlisting then Boone, where he has lived for the past First Lieutenant Elisabeth Claire Rice, who into the service. 50 years. He most recently went on the Honor Flight to Washington, DC. Although ‘‘What choice was there for a young man, was previously stationed at Tripler Army Hos- he had been there several times in the past, 16 or 17?’’ he recalled of signing up for the pital, was deployed to Afghanistan on a For- it was the first time he had seen the World Navy. ‘‘You got in just as quick as you could ward Surgical Team. She has recently been War II Memorial. . . . at least I did.’’ treating many Afghan civilians—women and ‘‘That’s spectacular,’’ he said. ‘‘It really children—some in need of basic medical serv- And once he was in, Walter took pleasure is.’’ in the little things . . . the basic things. ice and others who are victims of IED explo- When recalling the history he’s lived ‘‘On most every occasion I had a bed. On through, Walter doesn’t give the highlights sions. most every occasion, somebody else prepared Lance Corporal Christopher Scott Rice was typically heard of service men and women of my meal,’’ he said with a laugh. ‘‘And be- their travels. diagnosed with an inoperable brainstem yond that, I had a great job in the Navy. I ‘‘Yeah, I went to Japan and Korea and Aus- glioma at age 2, but fortunately had successful was a quartermaster, which is not a quarter- tralia and so on,’’ he said. ‘‘But it’s not like radiation treatments. After six months in Af- master in the Army. A quartermaster in the being a tourist. You’re not a tourist. There ghanistan with the Second Marines, Combat Navy is the master of the quarter deck, are a lot of places I was where I never Logistics Group 6 in support of 1/6, he re- which is the bridge. Quartermasters were in stepped foot on the ground. You were just cently returned home. During his tour he pro- charge of navigation. As a quartermaster, . . . it’s like flying over Iowa.’’ you had to be able to do the same things a For Walter, he recalls the friendships that vided convoy service in Helmand. He was in- radio man did, the same things a signal man volved in two separate incidents where IEDs were formed with those aboard his ship. did. I also got qualified as a radar man. We Since World War II, they have held reunions, went off but fortunately escaped without harm had to do all sorts of things. We supervised and he has had friends from the service visit in a mine resistant vehicle. the other enlisted staff on the bridge. But of him in Boone. Corporal Philip Kenneth Rice is a U.S. Ma- course, we were always managed by officers. ‘‘Lasting friendship,’’ he said. ‘‘Not deep rine who trained in intelligence at Cory Station, Navigation and communication were pri- friendship, just lasting. The service experi- Florida. He is now receiving additional training mary responsibilities.’’ ence is something altogether different. There in radio Recon. Walter found himself aboard a Tank Land- isn’t anything to explain it.’’ ing Ship, the LST–477, a long ship—about 325 Madam Speaker, it is my honor and privi- feet—used to carry massive amounts of I commend Kenneth Walter for his many lege to represent the Rice family of cargo. years of loyalty and service to our great na- Warrenton, Virginia. This family has dem- ‘‘We went to Guam and did landings there, tion. It is an immense honor to represent him onstrated unsurpassed devotion, leadership, landings at Gilbert Islands. Our major action in the United States Congress, and I wish him and sacrifice in their service to our Nation. I was in Iwo [Jima] when we got into the ac- all the best in his future endeavors.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 21:58 Nov 24, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD10\RECFILES\E16SE0.REC E16SE0 mmaher on DSK69SOYB1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1678 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 16, 2010 IN HONOR OF KIRSTEN C. COTY and cultivating personal relationships with five As for the governors of Alabama, Florida, churches around the U.S. and one in Uganda, and Georgia, I hope that a compromise includ- HON. JOHN H. ADLER along with helping to serve the basic needs of ing the use of these lakes for water storage OF NEW JERSEY countless people in the area and around the and further, that allows them to be part of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES world. St. John of the Cross Parish also sup- water supply for the State of Georgia is on the ports a school that currently enrolls 700 stu- horizon. Thursday, September 16, 2010 dents and is one of the top schools in Madam Speaker, I am supportive of the ef- Mr. ADLER of New Jersey. Madam Speak- Chicagoland. forts of the bill that we have before us and be- er, I rise today to honor 1st Lieutenant Kirsten As a parishioner of St. John of the Cross lieve that it is another way in which we can C. Coty, a courageous American hero, who re- Parish, I have been able to witness first-hand help those who have so bravely served our cently returned from serving her country hon- the dedication and hard work of current pas- country through the Armed Forces. I urge all orably in Iraq. First Lt. Coty’s military service tor, Reverend David P. Dowdle, and the pre- of my colleagues to support H.R. 5282. first began in March 2007, when she joined vious pastor, Reverend Richard Hines. All of f the Security Forces of the U.S. Air Force. She the priests and staff members of St. John of IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF went on to complete her Air Force Officer the Cross cultivate a culture of charity and U.S. MARINE CPL. JOE Training in San Antonio, Texas before being community among the parish. WRIGHTSMAN assigned to the Francis E. Warren Air Force I ask you to join me in honoring the clergy, Base in Cheyenne, Wyoming. faculty, staff, students, and parishioners of St. In August 2009, 1st Lt. Coty was deployed John of the Cross on the parish’s 50th anni- HON. RODNEY ALEXANDER to Joint Base Balad in Iraq as part of the versary. May they enjoy this year-long cele- OF LOUISIANA 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing. In January bration and may they provide many more IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2010, she was reassigned to the United years of commitment and service to the com- Thursday, September 16, 2010 States Air Forces Central and extended her munity. Mr. ALEXANDER. Madam Speaker, I rise commitment of service through August 2010. f today to honor and remember U.S. Marine Upon returning from Iraq, 1st Lt. Coty has Cpl. Joe Wrightsman for his selfless and val- ESTABLISHING ARMY CORPS OF been assigned again to the 90th Security iant service to our nation. Forces Squadron at the Francis E. Warren Air ENGINEERS VETERANS’ On July 18, 2010, our country lost a Marine, Force Base in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Char- CURATION PROGRAM and Jackson Parish lost a native son. How- acteristic to her distinguished service, 1st Lt. ever, as long as the American flag continues SPEECH OF Coty continues to exemplify the strong char- to fly over the sands of Afghanistan and the acter and bravery of the men and women who HON. PHIL GINGREY piney hills of Jackson Parish, Wrightsman’s have put their lives at risk to fight to keep our OF GEORGIA contributions to protecting the freedoms we country safe and free. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hold so dear will never be forgotten. A 2005 graduate of Jonesboro Hodge High Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the Wednesday, September 15, 2010 House of Representatives to join me in recog- School, Wrightsman was serving his third tour nizing 1st Lt. Kirsten C. Coty for her bravery, Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Madam Speaker, overseas—an exemplary achievement of a dedication and achievements. The American I rise in support of H.R. 5282, a bill that would young man of 23 years old. In a generation people owe her a great debt of gratitude for create a Veterans’ Curation Program at the where so many men and women have an- her selfless service to our great nation. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to hire veterans swered freedom’s call to duty, his example of f and members of the Armed Forces to assist in heroism and devotion embody what has truly carrying out curation and historic preservation made America a great nation for over two cen- HONORING ST. JOHN OF THE activities. turies. CROSS PARISH IN WESTERN I commend my colleague from Georgia, Mr. Today, our words seem futile in comparison SPRINGS ON THEIR 50TH ANNI- BARROW, for his work on this legislation. H.R. to Wrightman’s service, but as written in 2 Co- VERSARY 5282 again shows the necessary commitment rinthians 1:3, our prayer is ‘‘that the God of all from the federal government to assist our vet- comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulations, HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI erans and military personnel through the U.S. may be able to comfort those in troubling OF ILLINOIS Army Corps of Engineers. times.’’ I ask my colleagues to join me in paying IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES While I am supportive of H.R. 5282, I would be remiss if I did not take a few moments to tribute to U.S. Marine Cpl. Joe Wrightsman Thursday, September 16, 2010 discuss perhaps the biggest issue for the and extending thanks on behalf of a grateful Mr. LIPINSKI. Madam Speaker, I rise today Corps of Engineers in the State of Georgia— nation. to honor the clergy, faculty, staff, students, updating the current manuals that affect both f and parishioners of St. John of the Cross Par- the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) KYLE VANOCKER ish, a Catholic community in Western Springs, and the Alabama-Coosa-Tallapoosa (ACT) Ba- Illinois. This Saturday, September 18th, the sins. Over the next 18 months before the court parish is beginning a year-long celebration of ordered deadline for negotiations to be com- HON. ED PERLMUTTER 50 years as a faith community. My wife, Judy, pleted, Georgia, Alabama, and Florida must OF COLORADO and I will be participating in the first anniver- develop a workable water sharing plan with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sary event which is a Mass celebrated by the resources within these two basins. Thursday, September 16, 2010 Francis Cardinal George followed by a parish Madam Speaker, one of the critical aspects Mr. PERLMUTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise family dinner reception. of these negotiations will be how Lake today to recognize Deputy Sheriff Kyle Chris- Responding to a growing Catholic popu- Allatoona and Lake Lanier are treated. I firmly tine VanOcker. Ms. VanOcker passed away lation in Western Springs in the 1950s, the believe that both of these lakes should be August 19, 2010 after a heroic battle with lung Archbishop of Chicago, Albert Cardinal Meyer, considered water supply lakes for the pur- cancer. authorized the founding of St. John of the poses of serving the local communities. Know- Kyle’s career in law enforcement began in Cross Parish in 1960. The original parish in- ing that the negotiations are ongoing, it is my 1986 as a police dispatcher for the Wheat cluded 650 families. The church flourished hope that common ground on the treatment of Ridge Colorado Police Department. In 1989 under its first pastor, Reverend William J. Ben- these lakes will be reached. Kyle joined the Jefferson County Sheriffs De- nett, and opened a K–8 school of 595 stu- To that end, I applaud the leadership of partment. During her years of service to the dents one year later. both of Georgia Senators—SAXBY CHAMBLISS community, which spanned 24 years, Kyle re- Over the last 50 years, St. John of the and JOHNNY ISAKSON—on these water issues. ceived many awards and touched several lives Cross has been a pillar of the community in Specifically, both Senators have championed by seeing the good in everyone. Western Springs. Its primary mission is feed- the notion of authorizing Lake Lanier and Lake Kyle was a model for outstanding service to ing the spiritual needs of its 13,000 Catholic Allatoona to be used for water supply and re- her community and in honor of her memory, parishioners in 3,875 families. It is also one of allocation of storage to meet the current and her family sponsored a K–9 dog for the Jeffer- the most generous faith communities in future needs of the surrounding towns and cit- son County Sheriff’s Department. The Depart- Chicagoland, including providing financial help ies. ment is naming the dog Kyle.

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She will be remem- Spending Act of 2010—that will enhance fiscal broad spectrum of community life. bered as a dedicated friend and committed to discipline by allowing the President to sign Demonstrating a lifelong commitment to ex- making her community better for all of us. spending bills into law while culling out cellence, Ray, an honor graduate of Great f unneeded or wasteful items and proposing Bridge High School, received a Bachelor of that Congress rescind them. ‘‘Expedited re- Science Degree from Old Dominion University FINDINGS OF THE CHAIRMAN OF scission’’ under this bill requires Congress to and entered public service as a Magistrate for THE COMMITTEE ON THE BUDG- consider the President’s recommendations as the City of Chesapeake, Virginia. Rising quick- ET RELATING TO EFFICIENCY one package, without amendment and on a ly to the position of Chief Magistrate, Ray then AND REFORM PURSUANT TO H. fast-track basis, guaranteeing an up-or-down became Commissioner of the Revenue—a po- RES. 1493 vote within a specified time frame. While expe- sition to which he has subsequently been re- dited rescission will not eliminate the federal elected eight times by the citizens of Chesa- HON. JOHN M. SPRATT, JR. deficit, it will be one more tool to control peake. OF SOUTH CAROLINA spending. Forty Democrats have joined me in Ray earned certification as a Master Com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cosponsoring this bill, including five Budget missioner of the Revenue from the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the Uni- Thursday, September 16, 2010 Committee members. Finally, in light of the Budget Committee’s versity of Virginia, and his high professional Mr. SPRATT. Madam Speaker, Pursuant to broad oversight role on the federal budget, standards have earned him positions of lead- the Budget Enforcement Resolution that the four Committee members have been ap- ership as president of the Virginia Commis- House passed on July 1, I hereby submit for pointed to the President’s National Commis- sioners of the Revenue Association and presi- printing in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD an out- sion on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform. With dent of the Virginia Association of Locally line of changes within the Budget Committee’s representation on both sides of the aisle from Elected Constitutional Officers. Ray has also jurisdiction to help achieve deficit reduction by the House, the Senate, and the private sector, served on the Advisory Committee of the Vir- reducing waste, fraud, abuse, and mis- the Commission is charged with building con- ginia Institute of Government and the Board of management, by promoting efficiency and re- sensus on ways to wipe out the deficit and im- Trustees for the Virginia Retirement System. form of government, and by controlling spend- prove the long-term fiscal sustainability of Ray’s impressive and extensive record of ing. major entitlement programs. The House service to the community includes leadership While the Budget Committee does not have Democratic leadership has pledged to vote roles as president or as an officer of the jurisdiction over specific government pro- this year on any legislative recommendations Chesapeake Regional Health Foundation, the grams, it does maintain a broad oversight role reported by the Commission and approved by Chesapeake Rotary Club and its Foundation, over the federal budget as well as budget the Senate, and agrees that deficit reduction the Chesapeake Crime Line, Oak Grove process. as a result of the recommendations cannot be United Methodist Church, and the South Nor- This year Congress enacted statutory pay- used to offset costs of future legislation. The folk Ruritan Club. Ray also serves on the as-you-go (PAYGO) legislation, a measure deficit-reduction proposals of the bipartisan boards of directors of the Southeast Virginia under the Budget Committee’s jurisdiction. commission will be issued in December. Community Foundation and Towne Bank. Ray attributes his accomplishments and The legislation was the culmination of years of The Budget Committee will continue to ex- community spirit to the work ethic and per- work on the part of Congressional Democrats amine ways to reduce the deficit and increase sonal values instilled in him by his parents, to restore statutory PAYGO after the previous efficiency in government spending. I look for- Dorothy Conner Payne and the late Clarence statute expired in 2002. That version of ward to working further with all Members of E. Conner, and to the loving support of his PAYGO reined in new entitlement spending Congress to address the long-term budget wife, Gretchen Maurer. Ray Connor has man- and required new tax cuts to be offset in the challenges facing the nation. 1990s, with the result that the federal budget aged, through the force of his passion for his f returned to surplus. The new law likewise will hometown and his profound commitment to help set budgetary priorities and restore fiscal PERSONAL EXPLANATION serving others, to build a lifelong career of responsibility. Since its enactment in February, making Chesapeake, Virginia, a great place to Congress has passed and the President has HON. JUDY BIGGERT live. signed legislation into law with PAYGO provi- Madam Speaker, I feel privileged to ask my OF ILLINOIS sions reducing the federal deficit by a total of colleagues to join me in recognizing and com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES $58.4 billion over the next five years and a mending the Honorable Ray A. Conner as total of $43.1 billion over the next ten years, Thursday, September 16, 2010 2010 First Citizen of Chesapeake. according to the most recent OMB scorecard. Mrs. BIGGERT. Madam Speaker, on Tues- f The passage of statutory PAYGO built on day, September 14th, I was not present for 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE the internal House PAYGO rule, adopted dur- rollcall vote 519. Had I been present, I would ELLEN NOE¨ L ART MUSEUM ing the opening week of the Democratic ma- have voted ‘‘yea.’’ jority in 110th Congress—along with a rule f that fast-track budget reconciliation procedures HON. K. MICHAEL CONAWAY OF TEXAS cannot be used for legislation that increases RECOGNIZING THE HONORABLE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the deficit. The Budget Committee works con- RAY A. CONNER AS 2010 CHESA- tinuously with other House committees to en- PEAKE FIRST CITIZEN Thursday, September 16, 2010 sure that legislation coming to the House floor Mr. CONAWAY. Madam Speaker, I rise for a vote meets the requirements of these HON. J. RANDY FORBES today to congratulate the Ellen Noe¨l Art Mu- deficit-reducing rules. OF VIRGINIA seum on its 25th Anniversary. For a quarter One of the critical roles that the Budget IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES century, this institution has brought world class Committee plays each year is to set the over- art to the dusty roads of West Texas. It is a Thursday, September 16, 2010 all level of discretionary spending for the an- beacon of knowledge and culture that shines nual spending bills produced by the Appropria- Mr. FORBES. Madam Speaker, I rise today across the Permian Basin. tions Committee. This year, the appropriations to recognize and commend the Honorable Ray Through the museum’s art classes, work- cap is $7 billion below the comparable level A. Conner as he receives the distinguished shops, and collaborations, a generation of proposed by the President, and follows a simi- designation as First Citizen of the City of Texans has been afforded a window on the lar reduction of $7 billion below the President’s Chesapeake, Virginia for the year 2010. This wider world that rivals those in Dallas, Austin, request last year. Approving these more dis- prestigious honor is bestowed annually by the and beyond. Just recently, the museum was ciplined spending levels encourages Congress Chesapeake Rotary Club to an individual selected to be an Affiliate of the Smithsonian to find efficiencies and reduce wasteful spend- whose record of service and reputation of ex- Institution because of its ‘‘well deserved rep- ing while providing enough room to fund crit- cellence and integrity exemplify the Rotary utation for its collections, exhibitions, and edu- ical services and investments at a time when motto: ‘‘Service above self.’’ cational programming.’’ This opportunity will the economy is still recovering from the worst Ray has an extraordinary record of public give the museum access to the vast collec- recession in decades. service that extends from his professional po- tions of the Smithsonian Institution and allow

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Of course, without curators, teachers, main- hearts and memories of his family, friends and I am grateful for the many opportunities I tenance staff, donors, and volunteers, a mu- every patient who knew and loved him—and have had to work with the Legion on both the seum is just a building. As we celebrate the he will never be forgotten. national and local level. museum’s 25th anniversary, we must also ex- f Madam Speaker, please join me in recog- tend our gratitude to the hundreds of people nizing American Legion Day and honoring the who have worked over the years to build this OVERSEAS CONTRACTOR REFORM decades of service to our veterans, and the institution into the community treasure we ACT vital work they continue to perform for our have today. country. SPEECH OF For 25 years, the dedicated staff and volun- f teers at the Ellen Noe¨l Art Museum has HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY CONGRATULATING THE CITY OF served the students and families of their com- OF NEW YORK MAULDIN, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON munity. From nothing more than an idea, they IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have built a lasting legacy for every citizen of ITS MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION OF Wednesday, September 15, 2010 West Texas to enjoy and be inspired. We owe SOUTH CAROLINA ACHIEVEMENT them all a debt of gratitude. Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speak- AWARD On behalf of the citizens of the Permian er, I rise in support of H.R. 5366, the Over- Basin, who I am privileged to represent, I ex- seas Contractor Reform Act. The Overseas HON. BOB INGLIS tend my congratulations to the Ellen Noe¨l Art Contractor Reform Act will keep any person OF SOUTH CAROLINA Museum on its 25th Anniversary and my found to be in violation of the Foreign Corrupt IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Practices Act of 1977 from receiving a govern- deepest thanks to the citizens who have Thursday, September 16, 2010 worked to create this institution. Our commu- ment contract or grant. It is important that we nity is made better because of your hard work. ensure that any individual that receives a con- Mr. INGLIS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to f tract from the Federal Government, and there- congratulate the City of Mauldin, South Caro- fore is a de facto representative of the people lina, on its Municipal Association of South IN HONOR AND MEMORY OF of the United States, is of the highest moral Carolina Achievement Award for improving re- NORBERT M. BANGAYAN, MD standard and complies with all applicable lations between the Mauldin Police Depart- laws. Improving our ability to effectively over- ment and youth community. Through four in- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH see our foreign contractors will yield numerous novative youth initiative programs, Mauldin po- OF OHIO benefits. I look forward to continuing to work lice officers interacted with the young people IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with my colleagues to improve our contractor in a positive, hands-on way. system and curtail abuses and excesses when The Mauldin Youth Court puts first-time ju- Thursday, September 16, 2010 they are found. venile defenders in a student-run trial. The jury Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise f of high school students hands out sentences today in honor and memory of Norbert M. typically consisting of community service, tu- Bangayan, MD, whose lifelong commitment to RECOGNIZING THE 91ST ANNIVER- toring, or an essay. The program has seen his patients, family and community made a SARY OF AMERICAN LEGION success evidenced by a recidivism rate 5 per- permanent impact on countless lives through- DAY cent lower than the rest of the state. out the northeast Ohio region. The Youth Academy program targets mid- Dr. Bangayan was a dedicated internist who HON. HARRY E. MITCHELL dle-school students who have met the police led a family medical practice for nearly 40 OF ARIZONA department in negative circumstances. To- years. Beyond his superior medical expertise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gether the Mauldin police department and and knowledge, Dr. Bangayan was known for other community members interact with the his caring, patience and kindness. He treated Thursday, September 16, 2010 students for four weeks in circumstances not every patient with dignity and respect, and fre- Mr. MITCHELL. Madam Speaker, I rise involving disciplinary measures. After the four quently went above and beyond the call of today to honor the American Legion for the weeks have concluded, each student is dele- duty to assist a patient in need. A gentle soul, outstanding work they do on behalf of and for gated an officer for a year-long mentorship Dr. Bangayan practiced from Deaconess Hos- our nation’s veterans. program. pital in Cleveland for nearly 40 years, where Today we celebrate American Legion Day, Mauldin’s police community also has made he served in several leadership roles, includ- the 91st anniversary of the date that the an effort to create a more formative relation- ing the hospital’s Chief of Medical Staff. Dr. American Legion received their charter from ship with adolescents through the Fifth Quar- Bangayan served on several committees at the U.S. Congress. Over the past nine dec- ter program. With the help of the local high Deaconess Hospital, and volunteered his time ades, the American Legion has never wavered school and churches, the program hosts stu- within several community organizations. from their commitment to support our vet- dents at the local skating rink after school The center and foundation of Dr. erans, our country and our communities. sporting events to prevent swarming and loi- Bangayan’s life was always his family. He was The American Legion is a tremendous advo- tering. Officers serve free food and hand out the beloved husband of Ofelia and the loving cate for war-time veterans through their legis- prizes throughout the night. The program suc- father of Shirley, James, Maribe, and Michele. lative outreach. Over the years, the Legion cessfully has eliminated juvenile delinquency He was the devoted grandfather of Eric, Jack, helped write and successfully advocated for after football games, leading to a possible ex- Leo, Max and Kristin, and the beloved brother the original ‘‘GI Bill of Rights’’ during World pansion of the program after basketball of Amelia. Dr. Bangayan was the beloved War II and the U.S. Court of Veterans Ap- games. brother of Amelia. Dr. Bangayan was the be- peals, among other important accomplish- The Mauldin Youth Academy and Explorer loved father-in-law to Ermir, Dr. Kieo and ments. In addition to working directly with and programs give youth community a chance to Steve. Along with his wife, Ofelia, Dr. for veterans, the Legion has also played an interact directly with the police department Bangayan taught his children and grand- important role providing community support in through hands-on activities and mentorship. children the significance of family, faith, herit- areas such as mental health, children’s wel- These programs not only teach adolescents age and giving back to community. He was fare, and disaster relief. about law enforcement but also give the police deeply connected to his Filipino heritage, and As the House sponsor of the 21st century department a desired pool of potential can- was very active in the Filipino community of Post 9/11 GI Bill, I am particularly grateful to didates when hiring new officers. Greater Cleveland. For several years, Dr. the work the American Legion once again put I am honored to see the City of Mauldin’s Bangayan served as the President of the As- forth to advocate for improved and enhanced novel youth programming with these four ini- sociation of Philippine Physicians of Ohio. education benefits for today’s veterans. From tiatives. The Mauldin Police Department is giv- Madam Speaker, please join me in honor helping to craft language and whipping sup- ing students the opportunity to interact with of- and remembrance of Norbert M. Bangayan, port among lawmakers and the public, the Le- ficers to proactively address juvenile crime

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JO BONNER veteran from Boone County, Iowa, and to ex- OF ALABAMA HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH press my appreciation for his dedication and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA commitment to his country. Thursday, September 16, 2010 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Boone News Republican is currently Thursday, September 16, 2010 running a series of articles that honors one Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, it is with Boone County veteran every Tuesday from Mr. RADANOVICH. Madam Speaker, I rise deep sadness that I join the people of Brewton Memorial Day to Veterans Day. John McGov- today to congratulate Gregory Applegate on and Escambia County, Alabama in mourning ern was recognized on Tuesday, August 31. his retirement from his position as city admin- the loss of a beloved community leader whose Below is the article in its entirety: life was suddenly taken during a tragic auto istrator of Sonora, California, where he has BOONE COUNTY VETERANS: JOHN MCGOVERN accident on August 11, 2010. served since 1990. His work and service has Donald Wayne Rotch, or ‘‘Coach Rotch,’’ as made a permanent mark on the community (By Greg Eckstrom) he was affectionately known to his former and he will be missed. John McGovern worries about sounding players and students and many in Brewton, Greg has been married to his wife, Debo- like he’s bragging when he talks about his rah, for 31 years, and they have 2 children, time in the military. was an institution in Escambia County. Origi- After all, with a resume of experiences like nally from Lake Charles, Louisiana, Coach Caleb and Cassie. Prior to his service as city McGovern’s, it’s hard to share them without Rotch came to Brewton in 1974 from Jackson, administrator in Sonora, Greg worked for the this concern crossing your head. Alabama, joining the T.R. Miller High School city of Dos Palos and the city of Merced in his The man once briefed John Wayne. He’s coaching staff. successful career in public administration. been part of the handful of graduates from Coach Rotch was a fixture in Tiger athletics Greg was involved in many local and federal some of the most difficult military training for the better part of 18 years as the football associations such as the Tuolumne County in the country. He’s seen shrapnel come offensive line coach while also coaching the Economic Development Board, the Historic within inches of hitting him, walked through Downtown Chamber of Commerce, the an ambush by himself and cheated death baseball team. more than half a dozen times. T.R. Miller is a sports powerhouse in South League of California Cities, the California Re- And so he recalls these experiences in a Alabama and Coach Rotch was a major force development Association, and the Central San quiet, modest voice. He’s proud of his time in behind the Tiger’s success. As a coach, he Joaquin Valley Risk Management, where he the military, but quickly dismisses any com- helped the team attain two championships in was past president. ments that even tread on being complimen- 1984 and 1991, before transitioning to the role Aside from industry and municipal organiza- tary with a quick statement. of high school administrator in 1992. He tions, Greg spends much of his time and en- ‘‘I’ve been lucky,’’ he said. ‘‘That’s all.’’ served as assistant principal and then prin- ergy serving the community through school ini- Coming from a large military family, cipal at T.R. Miller for the next 20 years. tiatives, measures to improve children’s McGovern was born in Oceanside, Calif., and raised in several states around the country— As a school administrator, Donnie Rotch health, Rotary Club, and mentoring youth at Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, also witnessed the Tigers achieve football his church. Greg was involved in the Alaska—as his father was in the military. championships in 1994, 2000 and 2002. Just Tuolumne County Healthy Children’s Project The decision to join the military was made one month after his death, his beloved Tiger as well as served on the Summerville High by the young McGovern when he was 16 years football program scored their 600th victory—a School Bond Committee. old. milestone not matched by any other Alabama You don’t have to walk far through the ‘‘I was ready to get out on my own,’’ he high school football team. streets of Sonora to see for yourself the hard said. ‘‘I told [my father] I wanted to join, Coach Rotch was tragically taken from his work and tireless effort that Greg has put into and he told me he’d sign for me. I took all my tests and everything and when I had my family and his students in August when his ve- the city. He has played a pivotal role in the fol- 17th birthday, they flew me out for Fort Car- hicle was struck by another during a police lowing projects: the Sonora Opera Hall, cre- son, Colo.’’ chase. Ironically, the person driving the vehi- ating the Sonora Redevelopment Agency, the McGovern originally wanted to enter the cle which took Rotch’s life was a former T.R. Rother’s Corner Fire Museum, the new fire infantry, but was given the offer to become Miller student. The police officer who was pur- station, the renovations of City Hall, the Mono an Army Ranger and jumped on the chance. suing the other vehicle once played baseball Way Pedestrian Facility, the Sonora Cross- Once in Florida, McGovern ran into two under Coach Rotch. In a very real sense in roads Project, among countless other valuable sergeants—Pierre and Lehew—who took him this wonderful, small South Alabama town, this projects. under their wing. ‘‘I ran patrols with him for six months at accident was a tragedy in every imaginable Greg has been awarded a number of acco- night, and then doing my job in the daytime. way. lades throughout his time as a city adminis- Finally they said I was ready,’’ he said. ‘‘So Coach Rotch was the friendly face who trator. These include the Tuolumne County I put in for Ranger school, passed it, and greeted T.R. Miller students each morning as Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Govern- then they kept me as an instructor. Oh, it they arrived at school and he was the steady ment Award, which he received in both 1991 was rough. That’s actually probably one of hand that guided his school through many and 2006, the Tuolumne County ‘‘Top Hand’’ the roughest schools other than Special decades of excellence—urging everyone from award in 2002, and was named President of Forces.’’ students, teachers and parents to ‘‘do their the city managers section of the League of Ranger school started with 275, graduated 70, and only 57 had enough points to receive best.’’ California Cities, Central Division. He was also the tab. It has been reported that Coach Rotch was President of the Central San Joaquin Valley After passing Ranger school, the three planning to retire from his leadership post at Risk Management Authority from 2004–2006. went to Scuba school, then Airborne school, T.R. Miller in the coming year. His untimely After a long and full career of helping com- then Special Forces school. passing has left T.R. Miller and all of Brewton munities by developing and managing cities in Around 50 people were enrolled in Special with deep and profound sadness. There was the Central Valley, Greg is leaving the world of Forces school. After its completion, only no bigger believer in his students and no big- city administration, but his legacy will forever McGovern, Lehew and one other person re- ger role model to his school than Coach stay with the city of Sonora through the con- mained. ‘‘I’ve been lucky,’’ he said. ‘‘I would pick Donnie Rotch. tinuation and development of projects he has out the worst man, and I’d say, ‘I’m going to Madam Speaker, I offer my heartfelt condo- worked on and implemented through his 30– be here longer than him.’ And if he failed lences to the family of Coach Rotch and to the plus years of service. I rise today to thank out, then I picked the next one. The main people of Brewton and Escambia County who Greg Applegate for his hard work and con- thing with all these hard schools . . . if you were all influenced by his remarkable pres- gratulate him on his retirement. set your mind that you’re going to pass it,

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