E892 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2000 TRIBUTE TO FERNANDO LUIS GAR- The venerable Carlos James Lozada began be ``hands on'' and enjoys seeing them ac- CIA, EURIPIDES RUBIO, JR., CAR- his tour of duty on June 11, 1967. He was tively participate in their environmental com- LOS JAMES LOZADA AND HEC- struck down, while missing, at the age of 21. munities. TOR COLON SANTIAGO He died on November 20, 1967 in Dak To, It is encouraging to see teachers of Mary's Republic of Vietnam. Part of his citation reads, stature receive awards for excellence in their HON. BILL PASCRELL, JR. ``PFC Lozada apparently realized that if he prescribed academic rigor. Mary has also re- OF NEW JERSEY abandoned his position, there would be noth- ceived the Radio Shack National Teachers IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing to hold back the surging North Vietnamese Award among her many accomplishments. I solders and that the entire Company with- am confident she will continue to strive for Tuesday June 6, 2000 drawal would be jeopardized. He made this academic excellence and continue to encour- Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Speaker, I would like to decision realizing that the enemy was con- age our future generations to pursue an active call your attention to the deeds of four distin- verging on three sides. His heroic deed served role in the health of their environment. guished servicemen, who were honored on as an inspiration to his comrades throughout f Friday, May 26, 2000 by the Puerto Rican Pa- Ä the ensuing four-day battle.'' His name is in- THE ADMISSION OF ISRAEL TO rade of Paterson 2000/Desfile Puertorriqueno, scribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial THE ‘‘WEOG’’ GROUP AT THE Inc. 2000 in coordination with Memorial Day. It wall panel 30E, row 45. UNITED NATIONS IS A CRITICAL is only fitting since these soldiers, Fernando Hector Colon Santiago's rank was Specialist STEP FORWARD Luis Garcia, Euripides Rubio, Jr., Carlos Fourth Class. He served in the United States James Lozada and Hector Colon Santiago are Army, Company B, 5th Battalion, 7th Cavalry among the 3,400 plus brave men that have Division. He entered the service in New York HON. TOM LANTOS merited the Medal of Honor. The Medal of City, New York. He was born on December OF CALIFORNIA Honor is the highest award for valor in action 20, 1942 in Salinas, Puerto Rico. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES against an enemy force that can be bestowed A remarkable individual, Hector Colon Tuesday, June 6, 2000 upon an individual serving in the Armed Serv- Santiago began his tour of duty on October Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, just a few days ices of the United States. The Medal is gen- 23, 1967. He died at the age of 25 on June ago the leaders of Western Europe took an erally presented to its recipient by the Presi- 28, 1968 in Quang Tri Province, Republic of immensely important step by inviting the State dent of the United States of America in the Vietnam. A portion of his citation states, ``Spe- of Israel to join the ``Western Europe and name of Congress, it is often called the Con- cialist Fourth Class Santiago-Colon distin- Other Group'' (WEOG) at the United Nations. gressional Medal of Honor. The world lost four guished himself at the cost of his life while Membership in a regional grouping is signifi- truly remarkable people when these four brave serving as a gunner in the mortar platoon of cant at the United Nations because seats on men perished while in the line of duty. Company B. He heroically sacrificed himself to the UN Security Council and other similar ro- Fernando Luis Garcia served as a Private save the lives of those who occupied the fox- tating positions are made through regional First Class in the United States Marine Corps, hole with him, and provided them with the in- caucuses. Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Ma- spiration to continue fighting until they had Israel has been a member of the United Na- rine Division. He entered the service in San forced the enemy to retreat from the perim- tions since 1949Ðthe year after the State of Juan Puerto Rico. He was born on August 14, eter.'' His name is etched in the wall of the Israel was officially proclaimedÐbut during 1929 in Utuado, Puerto Rico. Vietnam Veterans Memorial on panel 54W, that half century, until it was invited to join the The stellar life of Fernando Luis Garcia was Row, 13. WEOG group last week, it was never a mem- cut short when he was killed in Korea on Sep- Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join our col- ber of a regional group. As a result, Israel is tember 5, 1952. An excerpt from his citation the only country in the UN never to hold one leagues, the Puerto RicanÄ Parade of Paterson notes, ``He was intrepid in his service as a 2000/Desfile Puertorriqueno, Inc. 2000, Puerto of the rotating Security Council seats. member of Company I, in action against Rico, the United States and me in recognizing Mr. Speaker, this welcome decision is one enemy aggressor forces. PFC Garcia the outstanding and invaluable achievements that many of our colleagues in the Congress unhesitatingly chose to sacrifice himself for the and sacrifices of Fernando Luis Garcia, have fought to achieve through letters, resolu- life of another Marine. His great personal valor Euripides Rubio, Jr., Carlos James Lozada tions and similar actions. Several months ago, and cool decision in the face of almost certain and Hector Colon Santiago. Each of these at my suggestion, the ambassadors in Wash- death, sustain and enhance the finest tradi- men was cited for, ``Conspicuous gallantry and ington of the countries who are members of tions of the United States Naval Services. He intrepidity at the risk of his life above and be- the WEOG group were invited to a meeting gallantly gave his life for his country.'' yond the call of duty.'' with members of the Committee on Inter- Euripides Rubio, Jr. attained the rank of f national Relations, where we pressed for the Captain in the United States Army in Head- inclusion of Israel in that regional grouping. quarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Bat- TRIBUTE TO MARY KORTE—PRESI- This important meeting made clear to our talion, 28th Infantry, 1st Infantry Division, DENTIAL AWARD FOR EXCEL- friends in Western Europe the importance that RVN. He entered the service at Fort Bu- LENCE we in the Congress have given to this issue, chanan in Puerto Rico. He was born on March and I think it was essential in helping to over- 1, 1938 in Ponce, Puerto Rico. HON. SCOTT McINNIS come the ill-founded resistance to Israel's par- The military exploits of Euripides Rubio OF COLORADO ticipation in WEOG. were marked with bravery and valor. He start- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As I said to that large group of ambas- ed his tour of duty on July 10, 1966 and lost sadors attending the meeting, geographical his life on November 8, 1966 in Tay Ninh Tuesday, June 6, 2000 proximity is not a consideration since WEOG Province, Republic of Vietnam. He was 28 Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to includes, Turkey, the United States, Canada, years old. His citation shows he was feted for, take this moment to congratulate Mary Korte Australia and New Zealand, in addition to the ``Braving withering fire, aiding the wounded, for receiving the 1999 Presidential Award for countries of Western Europe. Israel's strong unhesitatingly assuming command and self- Excellence in Mathematics and Science links with Europe and North America as well lessly exposing himself to enemy fire. Captain Teaching. She is one of 200 teachers to re- as its advanced economy make its interests Rubio's singularly heroic act turned the tide of ceive this prestigious award nationally and one and policies very consistent with those of the battle, and his extraordinary leadership and of four to receive this award from Colorado. other participants in the WEOG. Israel's exclu- valor were a magnificent inspiration to his She will also receive a $7,500 grant in the sion from the Asia Group and the Middle East men.'' His name can be found on the Vietnam name of Grand Junction High School in con- subgroup is a case of blatant discrimination Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC on the junction with the award. Her dedication and and a deliberate effort to de-legitimize the wall panel 12E, row 44. enthusiasm are unsurpassed in the field of State of Israel. Carlos James Lozada served his country at math and science. Some of the countries who are members of the rank of Private First Class in the United Mary's real passion lies in educating her WEOG were particularly supportive of Israel's States Army, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry, students about the environment. A class enti- participation, and I want to thank in particular 173rd Airborne Brigade. He entered the serv- tled ``River Dynamics'' is one included in her the United Kingdom, as well as the northern ice in New York City, New York. He was born curriculum. This class allows students to rigor- countries of Denmark, Norway, Sweden and on September 6, 1946 in Caguas, Puerto ously investigate rivers using many different Finland for their enlightened efforts on this Rico. academic skills. She encourages students to matter.

VerDate 112000 08:37 Jun 07, 2000 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06JN8.023 pfrm12 PsN: E06PT1 June 6, 2000 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E893 Mr. Speaker, I would also like to pay tribute First, and most important to our commu- Zhou YangÐa veteran of the 1979 Democ- to many of those who have worked to bring nities and constituents, is the way in which racy Wall movement; Israel into more complete participation in the PNTR for China will help Americans economi- Bao TongÐa persecuted dissident and United Nations. cally. human rights activist; The United States representative to the UN, Many people become understandably con- Dai QuingÐan environmentalist and writer Ambassador Richard Holbrooke, has been an fused over the complexities of trade policy. who served time in prison after Tiananmen important voice for resolving this issue. He ap- However, the necessity of PNTR can be easily Square; propriately called this decision to admit Israel explained. China will soon be joining the Zhou LitaiÐa pioneering Chinese labor law- to WEOG ``the rectification of a long-standing WTO, and that is not a matter to be decided yer who represents injured workers in legal and wholly inexcusable exclusion of one coun- in Congress. However, as part of the terms of battles against Chinese companies; tryÐand one country onlyÐfrom any of the re- their accession to the WTO, China has been Even the Dalai Lama himself, probably the gional groups of the United Nations.'' required to negotiate a bilateral trade agree- most famous Chinese dissident in the world, UN Secretary General Kofi Annan also has ment with the United States. We won those supports WTO accession. personally been involved in the effort to re- negotiations. All of these people have been fighting for solve this important issue. When Israel was in- The agreement that was reached requires democracy and freedom in China on the vited to join the WEOG the Secretary General China to throw open their doors to American ground, day-to-day. They all say the same said ``this step rectifies a long-standing anom- business and agriculture. They will reduce tar- thing: Support PNTR for China. They say this aly'' which ``should pave the way for Israel to iffs on American-made products from auto- because they have seen how the annual re- participate on an equal footing with other na- mobiles and aircraft landing systems, to soy- newal of NTR for China has become a bar- tions in the main organs of the United Nations, beans and pork products. They will dramati- gaining chip for an oppressive government. and it upholds the principle, enshrined in the cally reduce existing quotas on American They have seen firsthand how engagement Charter, of equality among all member states.'' made products. They will increase the access with the United States has made China a Mr. Speaker, this temporary membership for to their domestic economy by opening up dis- more open society. They don't want to be- Israel in WEOG is not the final step for Israel's tribution and marketing channels. All of these come isolated from the world. They want to full participation in the United Nations, and I changes mean that American businesses will join us in freedom and democracy. am disappointed that the United Nations is still be able to sell more of their products to more Working to ensure human rights in China is treating Israel differently than other nations. Chinese people. At the same time, the United the right thing to do. However voting against Although Israel will be a member of WEOG, it States gives up nothing to the ChineseÐnot PNTR is not the way to do it. We need to lis- has been asked to forgo the opportunity to one single thing. There is absolutely nothing in ten to the brave people fighting the good fight take its turn holding the most influential seats, this agreement that would encourage an on the ground in China, and we need to pass such as the Security Council, for the foresee- American company to move to China. In fact PNTR. Very prominent Americans, such as able future. Also, the invitation does not in- the agreement actually gives American com- Gen. Colin Powell, Rev. Billy Graham, and clude the right to participate in European cau- panies more incentive to stay in the United President Jimmy Carter agree with this ap- cuses at United Nations regional offices in Ge- States. More exports to China means more proach. neva, Vienna, and Nairobi. The failure to in- jobs for Americans at better wages. Passing Finally, I want to stress the need for a clude Israel in Geneva caucuses is significant PNTR will change the status quo, and allow change in our relationship with China. While because the UN Human Rights Commission is us to export American products, not American we have come to see some improvement in jobs. headquartered in Geneva, and this organiza- China since the late 1970's, the Chinese gov- However, if this body fails to pass this tion has frequently taken a hostile attitude to- ernment has still remained insular, resistant to measure today, the United States will not be change, and unwilling to allow sweeping re- ward Israel. able to take advantage of that deal. The cur- Mr. Speaker, I welcome the decision of the forms. The relationship between our two coun- rent status quo will remain, and American WEOG to invite Israel to participate, but I em- tries has warmed, but it has not completely companies will find it increasingly difficult to phasize that this is only a first step. Unfortu- thawed. sell their wares to a booming Chinese market. Voting against PNTR is telling China and nately, this first step does not fully rectify the In fact, due to the fact that the European half-century of discrimination at the United Na- the rest of the world that you like things the Union, and other countries in Asia and around way they are today; that you prefer the status tions to which the State of Israel has been the world have similar agreements with China, subjected. I look forward to Israel's full partici- quo. As a an elected representative to Con- American companies will actually be worse off gress however, I cannot in good conscience pation, and I invite my colleagues to join me than they are now! The other WTO members as we continue our efforts in this regard. say that keeping the status quo with China is will be able to market their products to China best way for our country to proceed in this f more efficiently than we can, effectively shut- new millennium. AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF NON- ting the United States out of the China market. Isolation and recriminations in the face of The choice is simple: Economic stagnation DISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT repression get us nowhere. One only has to and regression, or commercial growth and (NORMAL TRADE RELATIONS look next door to China to North Korea. We prosperity. We need to respond to the new TREATMENT) TO PEOPLE’S RE- cut that country off from the world fifty years global economy, driven by a technological rev- PUBLIC OF CHINA ago, and look what happened to them. North olution, with a new fair trade policy. Korea is easily one of the most unstable, irra- SPEECH OF The choice is just as clear on the issue of human rights. tional, and hostile nations on this planet. HON. TIM ROEMER It may be easy for people in Washington, Human rights and political freedoms are non- OF INDIANA D.C. to speculate what policies might be best existent, and on top of it all, their people are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for the Chinese people. However, when it slowly starving to death in a massive famine. Is that what we want China to become? Do Wednesday May 24, 2000 comes to improving the human rights and po- litical freedoms of people in China, I tend to we want to shut China off from the world? Will Mr. ROEMER. Mr. Speaker, today we are place more weight on what the people in we refuse to challenge and engage the Chi- considering an incredibly important piece of China, fighting those fights every day, think is nese government? legislation, legislation that will affect the way best for themselves. I say that pursuing a policy of thoughtless our Nation and our world move into the next The following human rights advocates isolationism is not only economical suicide for millennium. However, I would like to outline strongly endorse this new policy: the American worker, it is also callously three simple points that should show why sup- Martin LeeÐchairman of the Democratic dismissive of those brave souls in China who porting Permanent Normal Trade Relations for Party of Hong Kong which struggles daily to are trying to create change and fight for China is the right thing to do, both for the ben- maintain the freedoms that are unique to that human rights. efit of the United States and the people of region; We must vote for PNTR today. We must ac- China. Those three points are the economic Xie WanjunÐchief director of the China De- tively work to make our world a better place benefits to American workers and business, mocracy Party, most of whose members are for our children. We must reach out to the Chi- the human rights benefits for the people of now in detention in China; nese and attempt to lead them down the right China, and the necessity to move forward into Nie MinzhiÐa member of the China Democ- path to embrace our values of democracy, a more productive and challenging relationship racy party who is under house arrest as we open markets, and human rights. We must with the government of China. stand in this chamber today; help them become a modern nation. The

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