E390 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 24, 2015 to invite me to visit her husband Bill in his After 15 years in federal, state, and local The 130 contestants were long-term care facility. This was a special ex- health policy, Carol complemented her career judged not only on beauty but also on physical perience for me, and I am grateful for Cathy by contributing to private sector health care fitness, modeling, social media skills, interview and her family’s willingness to help me under- through senior level executive recruiting. Dur- skills, and their philanthropy project, called stand what it’s like to live with and care for ing the course of her 25-year career, Carol ‘‘Beauty with a Purpose.’’ someone with Alzheimer’s. Not many people was a partner at three of the top four inter- Elizabeth represented the are willing to open their lives up that way. national recruiting firms: Spencer Stuart, well, finishing first in the multimedia portion of Cathy’s involvement also stretches beyond Heidrick & Struggles, and Russell Reynolds the competition. She ultimately was crowned the advocacy field. She is active in a local Associates. Carol’s last 10 years were dedi- 2nd Princess, a 3rd overall finish in the 2014 younger-onset caregiver support group since cated to building and leading the Health Serv- Miss World pageant, thereby receiving the ad- 2006, when there were less than twelve con- ices Practice at Russell Reynolds Associates. ditional title of Miss World Americas. tributors. Now, Cathy is one of seventy. She She was successful in recruiting many of the So far, Elizabeth has served admirably as also participates in the Walk to End Alz- top leaders in American health care across a Miss United States. She has traveled across heimer’s and her team has been the top fund- broad swath of the industry, including aca- the country promoting ‘‘Save the Children’’, raiser for the past three years. Since that fate- demic medical centers, major health plans, advocating for the welfare of children, and has ful news in 2006, she has dedicated her life to significant health systems, and prominent also served as a spokesperson for ‘‘Rock the the Alzheimer’s cause. Cathy is the true defini- health policy positions. Vote.’’ She will travel much of the world as tion of an advocate. Carol’s dedication to executive development Miss World Americas. Mr. Speaker, and distinguished colleagues, was manifested in her leadership forums in Her parents, Walter and Lynne Safrit, who I please join me in congratulating Cathy and Massachusetts, and her CEO/ know well, along with Elizabeth’s extended Perkowitz on receiving this distinct honor and Innovator’s Roundtable. Devoted to her pro- family and friends, are very proud of her ac- wishing her and her family many future suc- fessional colleagues, Carol focused especially complishments. cesses as they continue their advocacy on be- on mentoring the emerging young women It is a great honor and privilege to extend half of those with Alzheimer’s disease. leaders across the industry. The recent cre- these congratulatory remarks to an inspiring f ation of the Carol Emmott Fellowship stands young lady who represents Kannapolis, North as a testament to her commitment to the suc- A TRIBUTE IN HONOR OF THE Carolina’s 8th District, , and the cess of women in the health care industry. LIFE OF CAROL BURGESS United States worldwide in her role as Miss Carol was deeply devoted to her family. United States and Miss World Americas. EMMOTT, PH.D. Cameron, her husband of 45 years, was the f love of her life. Having met in high school, HON. ANNA G. ESHOO they were soul mates in all endeavors, most SUE POSER OF PIERZ OF CALIFORNIA particularly in the nurturing of their son, Parker IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Emmott. While Carol was a dedicated wife HON. RICHARD M. NOLAN Tuesday, March 24, 2015 and professional, she was a devoted mother, OF MINNESOTA Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to always prioritizing her connection to Parker, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his friends, and his evolution as a unique and honor the extraordinary life and work of a dear Tuesday, March 24, 2015 friend and revered colleague, Carol Burgess talented individual. Carol was predeceased by Emmott. Born on November 11, 1946, Carol her parents, Robert Banks Burgess and Mary Mr. NOLAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize died peacefully at her home in Hillsborough, Gary Bedwell. In addition to her husband and Sue Poser of Pierz, Minnesota who has been California on February 25, 2015, at the age of son, she is survived by her sister, Betsy named the 2015 Quilter of the Year by Min- 68, in the arms of her loving husband, Cam- Wright, and many other beloved family mem- nesota Quilter’s Inc. Not only is she an excep- eron. bers and friends. tional quilter, she is also the third generation Carol was born and raised in Bartlesville, Carol was special in every way. She knew owner of Gruber’s, which many people liken to Oklahoma. She graduated from Southern how to be a friend. She used her intellect for a ‘‘Laura Ingalls Wilder’’ style shop and com- Methodist University in 1969 with a double the betterment of humanity, and she was munity hub—and award-winning quilting major in History and Political Science. In 1975, beautiful inside and out. Once you met Carol, mecca in Genola. Her quilting business began while working for the California Senate Pro she became unforgettable. I am blessed to with Poser’s grandparents and a small general Tem George Moscone, she earned her Ph.D. have known her, to have learned from her, to store serving a town of a population of 75 and from Oklahoma University in Health Policy, have been inspired by her, and to have had perhaps another 100 in the surrounding farms studying the California Legislature through UC her as a trusted friend and colleague. and townships. The store eventually included Berkeley’s Institute of Governmental Studies. Mr. Speaker, I ask the entire House of Rep- everything from quilting supplies to movie rent- After completing her Ph.D., Carol contributed resentatives to join me in honoring the life and als, although it was particularly famous for its to the health policy research agenda of the In- work of Carol Burgess Emmott and in extend- meat market and quilting parties. An often-told stitute for Health Policy Studies at the Univer- ing our deepest condolences to her magnifi- story in the area tells of a man who brought sity of California, San Francisco. cent family. She strengthened our community a bear into the meat market for procession After her tenure at UCSF, Carol accepted a and our country, and bettered the lives of and while negotiating, he saw a group of 50 political appointment in Washington, D.C. countless Americans. women enjoying margaritas from the bar working under Joseph A. Califano, then Sec- f across the street for a quilting party. Curious retary of Health, Education, and Welfare. Dur- IN HONOR OF 2014 MISS UNITED to find out more about the party, he stopped ing her tenure there she managed a third of STATES ELIZABETH SCOTT in only to hear one of the spirited woman say, the health care legislative agenda for the Car- SAFRIT BEING NAMED MISS ‘‘We have to get back to the convent before ter Administration. Carol returned to California WORLD AMERICAS they lock the doors at eight!’’ as Chief Deputy Director of the State Health The meat market, like so many small busi- Department, working under Director Beverlee nesses, no longer operates—though the quilt- Myers. She was later the Deputy of the San HON. RICHARD HUDSON ing shop prospered and has expanded to OF NORTH CAROLINA Francisco Department of Public Health under other locations. Gruber’s now operates with 20 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mayor Dianne Feinstein, where she shaped employees in Waite Park and has been voted policies to respond to the AIDS crisis. Tuesday, March 24, 2015 one of the best quilt shops in the nation. Carol’s commitment to California’s public Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Sue is the common thread that binds huge safety net facilities led her to found and serve recognize and congratulate Elizabeth Scott sections of the quilting community together, as CEO of the California Association of Public Safrit, a constituent from Kannapolis, North not only as a crafter but as an encourager Hospitals. During her long tenure at CAPH, Carolina, who placed 3rd in the 64th Miss helping a lot of people find success in the quilt Carol and her colleagues were successful in World pageant on December 14, 2014, in Lon- and pattern-design industry. Some years ago, bringing billions of dollars of state and federal don, . she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis— funds to help support California’s health care Elizabeth represented North Carolina in the but that doesn’t stop her from doing what she safety net, facilitating the passage of legisla- Miss United States Pageant last year, and loves. She said, ‘‘If God gave me MS, it was tion to rebuild the majority of these vital facili- upon winning qualified to represent our coun- to slow me down because otherwise I’d never ties. try in the Miss World competition. stop.’’ She is such an inspiration to others.

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Every year at the NAACP National development and instructional strategies and nosis or life changes often come to her for Convention she convenes and presides over methods. support and a ready ear to listen. the Association’s annual Military Dinner, where In addition to her role as an educator, Dr. In our rural areas, weekly or monthly quilting one of our United States Armed Forces Serv- Maxwell is a well-known advocate for women’s bees are still a time for women to leave their ices Divisions is featured and honored. issues, community development, organiza- cares at home and join in the laughter, fellow- The Links, Incorporated is an international, tional administration, fund development, cur- ship and wisdom of others—and often a pot- not-for-profit corporation, established in 1946. riculum development and government rela- luck lunch or dinner, and yes, the occasional The membership consists of 12,000 profes- tions. Dr. Maxwell is a passionate advocate for margarita shared with a group of nuns. sional women of color in 280 chapters located Geriatric Education which allows her with sev- Sue Poser exemplifies the embodiment of in 41 states, the District of Columbia and the eral organizational partners to provide informa- utilizing creativity and hard work to build a Commonwealth of the Bahamas. It is one of tion, and education for seniors to help them small business success while staying rooted to the nation’s oldest and largest volunteer serv- navigate the challenges of Aging Gracefully. family, friends and community. ice organizations of extraordinary women who In the National Association for the Advance- f are committed to enriching, sustaining and en- ment of Colored People, Dr. Maxwell serves suring the culture and economic survival of Af- as the Vice Chair of the Special Contributions WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH rican Americans and other persons of African Fund and on the Committee charged with ancestry. awarding The Spingam Medal for outstanding SPEECH OF The members of The Links, Incorporated, achievement by an African American. Dr. Max- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL such as, Dr. Maxwell, who is the National well’s philosophy and mission in life is to use OF NEW YORK Eastern Area Chair of the Women’s Issues her relationships and resources to help others IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Committee as are influential decision makers in their pursuit of Civil Rights and Social Jus- and opinion leaders. The Links, Inc. has at- Monday, March 23, 2015 tice. She is truly an Ambassador for the City tracted many distinguished women who are in- of New York as she carries out her respon- Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to dividual achievers and have made a difference sibilities for The Links Incorporated and as a celebrate the work and accomplishments of in their communities and the world. They are Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) rep- Dr. Marcella Maxwell in recognition of Wom- business and civic leaders, role models, men- resentative for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority In- en’s History Month. On Sunday, March 22nd, tors, activists and volunteers who work to- corporated at the United Nations. I joined the 369th Harlem Historical Society for wards a common vision by engaging like- Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my distin- their annual awards dinner dance celebrating minded organizations and individuals for part- guished colleagues join me in recognizing Dr. Women’s History Month at the elegant Marina nership. Links members contribute more than Marcella Maxwell, and her efforts that have del Rey in Throgs Neck, New York. This an- 500,000 documented hours of community positively impacted the quality of life for count- nual salute pays special tribute to phenomenal service annually—strengthening their commu- less citizens across this Nation. Her constant women of color currently serving and those nities and enhancing the nation. dedication, commitment, and spiritual guid- that have served in our Nation’s military. I was In addition, Dr. Marcella Maxwell has been ance is worthy of our Nation’s highest esteem. very proud to present this year’s prestigious an Adult Educator for over two decades. She f 369th Historical Society Women’s History served as a Founding Dean at Medgar Evers Month Award to my beloved friend, Dr. Mar- College, CUNY where she sponsored and co- INTRODUCTION OF THE UNITED cella Maxwell. ordinated the first Women’s History Month STATES–CARIBBEAN PARTNER- Under the leadership of retired Major Gen- Conference at the College. Her background SHIP ACT OF 2015 eral Nathaniel James, AUS, the 369th Histor- and experience in helping women to improve ical Society was established to collect, pre- their status and empowering them to transform HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL serve and maintain artifacts, relics, books, pa- their lives and the lives of their families lead OF NEW YORK pers, photographs, films and other artifacts to her appointment as Chair of Mayor Koch’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES touching on the past history of the 369th In- Commission on the Status of Women and Tuesday, March 24, 2015 fantry Regiment (also known as the Harlem Chair of the City’s Human Rights Commission. Hellfighters who were given their name by She subsequently served as the Director of Al- Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, today, I am same German soldiers they help to defeat in ternative Education for the pleased to introduce the United States–Carib- the liberation of France and Europe in World Housing Authority where students earned their bean Partnership Act of 2015, along with my War I), its allies and affiliates and of Soldiers General Education Diplomas, making them eli- friends and colleagues Representatives GREG- who served in the Military Services of the gible for entering College. Dr. Maxwell earned ORY MEEKS, FREDERICA WILSON, ALCEE HAS- United States. One of the primary services it her Bachelors and Masters Degrees with Hon- TINGS, BARBARA LEE, YVETTE CLARKE, LOIS provides is to exhibit all gathered data to the ors from Long Island University and her Ed.D FRANKEL, ALBIO SIRES and TED DEUTCH. This public and ensure that the contributions of all Doctorate in Higher Education Administration bill will establish embassies in the five Carib- African Americans and Minorities in the Mili- from Fordham University on a Ford Founda- bean countries where we currently have no tary are recognized, preserved and accurately tion Scholarship. She retired from the New physical diplomatic presence—Antigua and presented to the public. York City Board of Education and states that Barbuda, Dominica, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. The Society also recognizes individuals who one of the best experiences of her teaching Lucia and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. have contributed their time, effort and support career was living and working in Five years ago, President Obama attended for Women Veterans as they transition back to as one of the first 20 teachers to participate in the Summit of the Americas in Trinidad and civilian life. My dear friend Dr. Marcella Max- ‘‘Operation Understanding’’, an exchange pro- Tobago and declared that, ‘‘It’s appropriate well is such a person who through her organi- gram, sponsored by the New York City Board and important that we hold this summit in the zation, the Greater New York Link’s Incor- of Education and the Puerto Rican Board of Caribbean. The energy, the dynamism, the di- porated has led the way in this very important Education. versity of the Caribbean people inspires us all, effort. On Saturday, March 21, Dr. Marcella Education was always a priority for Dr. Max- and is such an important part of what we and the Link’s Inc. joined with The Home well and her family. Her grandfather donated share in common as a hemisphere.’’ I could Depot Chelsea neighborhood Store in New the land for the first elementary school for Afri- not agree more. As we approach the upcom- York City, under the direction of CEO Craig can-Americans in Cleveland, N.C. ing Summit of the Americas in Panama next Menear, Al Manigault, Mohammed Bello, Vin- Today, she forges partnerships with a wide month, the United States must redouble our cent Merlo, Leana Baker, and Nalinee Hobert range of organizations to bring new scholar- commitment to the people of the Caribbean. to honor women veterans, by providing ‘‘Do it ships and educational programs for New York That is precisely why I am introducing this bill Yourself Workshops, a ‘‘Career Fair’’ and a City youth. Dr. Marcella Maxwell is a clinical today. special ceremony, where I presented congres- supervisor of teaching fellows at Brooklyn Col- I ask my colleagues to imagine countries sional certificates to 32 women veterans for lege, a part of the City College of New York where tens of thousands of American citizens their service to our Nation. Dr. Maxwell, whose system. In this role Dr. Maxwell trains teaching travel for pleasure or business; where thou- late husband served under retired Brigadier fellows to foster their professional develop- sands of American citizens go to school; General George A. Jones, has been an amaz- ment, organizes collaboration between prin- where there is a constant concern about drug ing advocate and supporter of not only women cipals, teachers and other faculty, spearheads trafficking to the United States; but where the veterans, but all veterans throughout this en- team building seminars, curriculum design and United States has no U.S. embassies. Most

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