February 24, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E311 Systems Preservation account, the legal name AMERICAN RECOVERY AND gomery, Alabama, triggered the famous boy- and address for the requesting entity is City of REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009 cott of the bus system by refusing to give up Fort Worth, TX, 1000 Throckmorton Street, her seat. SPEECH OF Fort Worth, TX 76102. The $1,520,000 in the The NAACP’s greatest achievements were bill will be used for the construction of SH 199 HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN in the courtroom, where it challenged many of the laws that enshrined segregation. One of (Henderson Street) and US Business 287 OF TENNESSEE the best known cases was Brown vs. Board of through the Trinity Uptown area of the Trinity IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Education, which in 1954 challenged the ‘‘sep- River Vision. The aging levee system is no Friday, February 13, 2009 arate but equal’’ doctrine that was the bulwark longer adequate to provide protection for an Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, yesterday of the nation’s segregationist policies. area adjacent to downtown Fort Worth that is Republicans were shut out of the Stimulus , special counsel to the undergoing revitalization. The U.S. Army Conference, and this important legislation was NAACP, led legal arguments before the Su- Corps of Engineers recommends in the final decided in the same shady backroom your preme Court in that case, as well as many Environmental Impact Statement an inte- constituents voted to close in the last election. other laws that promoted segregation. Mar- grated, comprehensive solution for flood con- Americans are in a serious recession, and we shall would go on to become the first African- trol in this area to include transportation, envi- need to act quickly to come to a bipartisan American Justice on the Supreme Court. ronmental restoration and community redevel- agreement. We don’t need to rush this critical The NAACP fought against lynchings, Jim opment components in constructing a 1.5 mile legislation through so that Members can jet Crow laws, and otherwise challenged the sys- flood-control bypass channel. Local share of out of town for their vacations. tem of laws which denied full citizenship for Blacks. The election of President Barack the project cost is $21.485 million. We know that immediate and permanent tax breaks stimulate the economy. We know that Obama represents a culmination of the For the project titled, ‘‘City of Fort Worth, spending does not. Yet, this backroom deal NAACP’s efforts over the years, particularly in TX—Economic Development Initiatives,’’ in comes with a $789.5 billion price tag and 9 bil- gaining full voting rights for African-Americans. H.R. 1105, Housing and Urban Develop- lion in new spending; tax cuts were sacrificed The work of the NAACP has not been with- ment—Economic Development Initiative ac- for new spending! This is no stimulus bill—this out danger. Many NAACP members and staff count, the legal name and address of the re- is a spending bill. It’s time to cancel our vaca- have been victims of racial violence. Perhaps questing entity is City of Fort Worth, TX, 1000 tions, roll up our sleeves and work to bring the the best known, was the assassination of Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102. real relief that Americans need. I am willing to , the NAACP field secretary in The $285,000 in the bill will be used for prop- stay and do real work. I challenge my col- Mississippi, in 1962. The NAACP has many heroes across the erty acquisition for land that will be needed to leagues to do the same. f country who have sacrificed in order to fulfill construct the bypass channel of the Trinity our nation’s promise of democracy and free- River. The aging levee system is no longer HONORING THE NAACP ON ITS dom. Among the organization’s heroes are my adequate to provide protection for an area ad- 100TH ANNIVERSARY good friends, Hazel Dukes and Percy Sutton. jacent to downtown Fort Worth that is under- Ms. Dukes participated in many NAACP SPEECH OF going revitalization. The U.S. Army Corps of marches and was arrested several times as a Engineers recommends in the final Environ- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL protester. She has also served as president of mental Impact Statement an integrated, com- OF a New York chapter and national president of prehensive solution for flood control in this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the organization. Percy Sutton, a long time member and former president of the NAACP, area to include transportation, environmental Tuesday, February 10, 2009 restoration and community redevelopment represented many civil rights workers, includ- Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to components in constructing a 1.5 mile flood- ing . I salute them for their dedica- recognize the National Association for the Ad- tion to this organization. control bypass channel. The local share of the vancement of Colored People (NAACP) for Ben Jealous, the new leader of the NAACP, project cost is $15 million. providing 100 years of legal advocacy and jus- has pointed out a new set of challenges to be tice for all Americans. addressed in the years ahead. Among them f One hundred years ago today a coalition of are racial injustices in the criminal justice sys- activists, scholars, and intellectuals of various tem, improving educational resources, and re- HONORING JOEL GORDON shades gathered together to challenge our moving any remaining obstacles to economic United States to live up to the words of the development. The challenges may be different Constitution for all Americans. This founding from those addressed during the first 100 HON. SAM GRAVES group was diverse in ethnicity but united in years, but they are no less important. OF MISSOURI their thirst for equality. Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you and my col- The catalyst behind the group’s formation leagues in joining me in honoring the NAACP IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was the 1908 racial attacks against Blacks in for 100 years of distinguished service to our Tuesday, February 24, 2009 Springfield, Illinois, the state capital and the country. birthplace of President Abraham Lincoln. Dis- f Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly heartened by the violence, which took the pause to recognize Joel Gordon of Weatherby lives of two Blacks and five accidental Whites; CAPTIVE PRIMATE SAFETY ACT Lake, Missouri. Joel is a very special young the group formally organized on February 12, SPEECH OF man who has exemplified the finest qualities 1909, the birthday of President Lincoln. of citizenship and leadership by taking an ac- A year later, the national office of the HON. JAMES A. HIMES tive part in the , Troop NAACP was opened in . W.E.B OF CONNECTICUT DuBois founding publisher of The Crisis, the 395, and earning the most prestigious award IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES organization’s official publication, was instru- of Eagle Scout. mental in attracting distinguished African- Monday, February 23, 2009 Joel has been very active with his troop, American literary figures who became the Mr. HIMES. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of participating in many scout activities. Over the voice of the Renaissance. The iconic H.R. 80, the Captive Primate Safety Act, a bill many years Joel has been involved with scholar also became the intellectual leader that will protect public health and safety as scouting, he has not only earned numerous and voice of the NAACP, where he took a well as animal welfare by prohibiting interstate merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- strong position in demanding full integration commerce in primates for the exotic pet trade. ily, peers, and community. for his people over Booker T. Washington’s Last week, a woman from my district was policy of accommodation. brutally attacked and nearly killed by a chim- Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join Due to the rabid racism of the day, the or- panzee that had been kept as a pet in a pri- me in commending Joel Gordon for his ac- ganization grew quickly and reached the peak vate home. Though the victim is currently re- complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- of its membership during the civil rights strug- ceiving treatment at a specialized clinic, it is ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the gles of the 1950’s and 1960’s. , very likely that her wounds are grave and the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. secretary of the NAACP chapter in Mont- effects lifelong.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 05:12 Feb 25, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K24FE8.003 E24FEPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E312 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 24, 2009 An estimated 15,000 primates are in private of consent is a necessary component of any RECOGNIZING DR. SAM HORTON hands in the United States, and while some decision affecting the life of a child, and DURING BLACK HISTORY MONTH may think chimpanzees and monkeys are should be explicitly stated in this legislation. good pets, last week’s incident made tragically Mr. Speaker, the parents and guardians that HON. KATHY CASTOR clear that these animals are unsafe when not have raised and cared for these children know OF FLORIDA under supervision of trained professionals. Ac- and understand their children and their med- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cording to the Captive Wild Animal Protection ical histories best. Without language requiring Tuesday, February 24, 2009 Coalition, at least 100 people have been in- consent prior to any change in prescription Ms. CASTOR. Madam Speaker, I rise today jured by captive primates over the past dec- medication, the potential positive impact of this ade. to pay tribute to Dr. Sam Horton and to ac- legislation is lost, and so is the important role knowledge his contributions to the Tampa Bay Currently, twenty states prohibit keeping pri- of the parent in the life of his or her child. mates as pets, and the importation of such area. Sam Horton, a native of rural Hillsborough animals into the United States for the pet I urge my colleagues to oppose this bill. County, is a direct descendent of a founding trade has been prohibited by federal law since family of the historical township of Bealsville. 1975. Nevertheless, primates such as the one f Bealsville was founded by 12 freed slave fami- involved in last week’s tragic incident in Stam- lies after the Civil War. The courageous group ford are bred in the United States and are TRIBUTE TO HOWARD V. GARY homesteaded by clearing their lands, built readily available for purchase from exotic ani- homes and began to farm the land. They were mal dealers and on the Internet. dedicated to building a life of hope and faith By adding primates to the list of animals HON. KENDRICK B. MEEK in God based on their newfound freedom. that cannot be purchased or transported as OF FLORIDA Dr. Horton was educated in Florida starting pets across state lines by individuals, H.R. 80 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with Glover Elementary and Marshall High targets the pet trade and does not affect trade School in Plant City. He received his Bach- or transportation of animals between zoos, re- Tuesday, February 24, 2009 elor’s degree at Florida A&M University in search facilities, or other federally licensed 1949 and his Doctorate at Nova Southeastern and regulated entities. This is a targeted, com- Mr. MEEK of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise University in Ft. Lauderdale. mon-sense bill that will further protect our to pay tribute to the life and legacy of the late Dr. Horton immersed himself into the Tampa communities and promote animal welfare, and Mr. Howard V. Gary, a beloved community community after finishing his education. He I urge my colleagues to support the bill. leader in my district often credited with helping started teaching in the Hillsborough County f re-shape downtown Miami, who recently School District in 1949, becoming a principal passed away after a five year battle with can- in 1965. Dr. Horton’s passion for education STOP CHILD ABUSE IN RESIDEN- cer. TIAL PROGRAMS FOR TEENS and his community inspired him to establish a ACT OF 2009 Born on January 13, 1947, in Harlem Hos- local chapter of the National Alliance of Black pital in New York, Mr. Gary’s mother moved School Educators. Dr. Horton began to mentor SPEECH OF her two sons to Miami where her family lived and encourage black educators in hopes of early in his life. He graduated from Miami broadening the pool of talented educators. He HON. MICHELE BACHMANN Northwestern Senior High School. He contin- devoted free time to Phi Beta Sigma Frater- OF MINNESOTA ued his education by earning a bachelor’s de- nity, Beulah Baptist Church, the Guardsmen IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gree in political science and business adminis- and the NAACP. Monday, February 23, 2009 tration from Morehouse College before earning Dr. Horton’s career included a major first. He became the first black General Director for Mrs. BACHMANN. Mr. Speaker, as a moth- a master’s degree in public policy from the University of Michigan. Secondary Education in the Hillsborough er and a former foster mother to 23 troubled County School District in 1978. As a district teens, I strongly believe in the important role One of the most influential figures in Mr. administrator, he travelled several times to the of the parent or legal guardian in a child’s life. Gary’s life was his uncle Mr. Charles Hadley. African continent consulting with educators to This is especially true when it comes to mat- Not only did Mr. Hadley help to take care of help them improve their educational systems. ters as serious as the health and wellbeing of his family, but he was also a force in Miami Dr. Horton retired from the school system in that child. Prescription drugs, such as medica- politics who politicians relied on to get out the 1991. The district honored him by naming the tion to treat psychiatric conditions, can have a black vote. Jefferson High School Stadium the Dr. Sam major impact on the mind and body of an Mr. Gary was budget director in Newark, Horton Stadium. adult, let alone the young mind and body of a New Jersey, before relocating to South Florida Dr. Horton served as president of the child. And, let’s be clear: As adult as today’s in 1976 as Miami’s budget and management Hillsborough NAACP. During his tenure, he teens like to appear, they are still very much director. He made history in the City of Miami consolidated the Tampa and Plant City children in need of adult guidance. Critical de- when he was hired as the first African-Amer- branches. Working closely with the NAACP cisions regarding the administration of pre- ican to serve as City Manager. Just 35 years Legal Defense Fund, Dr. Horton publicly op- scription medications should only be made by old when appointed, Mr. Gary was praised for posed education plans that would lead to a qualified medical doctor with the express his effective management, guiding the city more segregated schools in Hillsborough consent of a parent or legal guardian. through the completion of MetroRail and the County. He also co-founded the Empower- Consider contraception, for example. Con- construction of the downtown people mover. ment Center which helps black entrepreneurs traceptives can cause serious medical prob- Bayside Marketplace was conceived under his and provides tutoring for children. Dr. Horton lems like blood clots and migraine headaches. leadership as a way to revitalize downtown has encouraged many local youths to partici- Even worse, they can be dispensed in certain Miami and the declining bayfront area. pate in national academic and arts driven combinations to prevent implantation of new competitions, NAACP’s ACT-SO, exposing After leaving public office, Mr. Gary dedi- baby, a form of abortion that many parents these youths to top universities, colleges, and cated his life to becoming a successful bond and young girls find morally reprehensible. scholarships. This ‘‘morning after pill’’ can also be used to dealer. Howard Gary and Co., the firm he Dr. Horton was married to his wife. Doris, hide evidence of sexual abuse, one of the owned, had been involved in 123 bond deals for 55 years and is the father of Sheila Warren very forms of abuse that this legislation is around the country since 1992. and Dawyan Horton. He is the proud grand- seeking to prevent. Madam Speaker, I ask that my distinguished father of Exley Jr. and Michael Warren, Clif- Unfortunately, H.R. 911 would not only allow colleagues join me in recognizing Mr. Gary’s ton, Jason and Erin Horton. Michael and Exley residential treatment facilities to change a extraordinary life and many accomplishments are following in their grandfather’s footsteps by child’s prescription medication without the con- within the South Florida community. I appre- teaching in Florida public schools. sent of her or his parent or legal guardian, but ciate this opportunity to pay tribute to him be- The Tampa community honors Dr. Sam without even consulting them. Committee Re- fore the United States House of Representa- Horton for his outstanding contributions to the publicans offered language to require consent tives. Moreover, Mr. Howard V. Gary was Tampa Bay area. His career in education before such a change in prescription medica- blessed with a loving family who took pleasure serves as an inspiration and will continue to tion, but it was defeated during committee in every aspect of his professional career and influence the lives of students and educators consideration, almost by party line. The right his personal interests. he touched in our community and abroad.

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