February 27, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E299 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS IN RECOGNITION OF DONATED brotherhood member of the Order of the grand prize winner in the Red Ribbon Week ‘‘I DENTAL SERVICES Arrow. am drug-free because...’’ essay contest spon- For his Eagle Scout project, Max worked sored by the city of Longview Partners in Pre- HON. J. DENNIS HASTERT with doctors and nurses of Medical Aid for vention. Brittany represents Weldon Inter- mediate school in the Gladewater independent OF ILLINOIS Children of Latin America (MACALA), helping them prepare for their 2003 journey to provide school district and is a fourth-grade student of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES surgical and medical aid to the children of the Mrs. Cathy Bedair. She is the daughter of Wednesday, February 26, 2003 Dominican Republic. Max and his team of John and Blane Linder and the granddaughter Mr. HASTERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to scouts and scouters sorted, counted, packed of my longtime friend Carolyn Linder. recognize the important contributions of Do- and prepared for shipment medical supplies According to the White House Office of Na- nated Dental Services to the dental health of required for this mission. In addition, Max col- tional Drug Control Policy, although recent elderly, disabled and medically compromised lected over 300 stuffed animals for the mission trends in youth drug use have stabilized, the individuals across the nation. so that each child could receive a gift following rates of use remain at high levels. Youth sub- The freedom and individual rights at the surgery. stance abuse, as we know, can lead to many other problems, including the development of core of our society come from a shared re- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in delinquent behavior, anti-social attitudes and sponsibility for the health and well-being of our commending Kevin ‘‘Max’’ Coldren for his ac- numerous health risks. These problems not communities and for each other. Many mem- complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- only impact the child but also the child’s fam- bers of the dental profession embrace this re- ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the ily, friends, community and ultimately society highest distinction of Eagle Scout. sponsibility by offering their professional serv- as a whole. ices to vulnerable individuals. f Brittany speaks to this issue in her essay: ‘‘I Since 1986, some 10,000 volunteer dentists TRIBUTE TO CITY OF HOPE HOS- am drug free because if I take drugs, I would across 32 states have provided an estimated not be able to realize my dreams. I would not $50 million in comprehensive dental care to PITAL AND BECKMAN INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH be able to be a good teacher, or mother. If I 44,000 needy individuals. The large volume of take drugs, I would hurt valuable brain cells participation in Donated Dental Services clear- and when I found my dreams, I would not be ly signifies a socially responsible and com- HON. ROBERT A. BRADY able to do it.’’ mendable commitment to expanding access to OF PENNSYLVANIA The essay entries from area fourth-graders dental services for the underserved. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES were judged by LeTouneau University stu- Through a coordinated effort, Donated Den- Wednesday, February 26, 2003 dents. Throughout our Nation, dedicated tal Services will soon endeavor to double its teachers, parents, clergy, law enforcement of- humanitarian service potential by adding Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. I rise to ac- ficers, healthcare providers, local government 10,000 more volunteer dentists from across knowledge the contributions of Philadelphia’s officials and community volunteers are in- the country. This effort holds the promise of own Sarah and Rubin Herman Chapter of the volved in various drug-prevention programs ensuring thousands more underserved Ameri- City of Hope Hospital and Beckman Institute that raise awareness among our young people cans will receive access to dental care, there- of Research. As this institution celebrates its of the dangers of drug use and help those al- by improving their quality of life and general 40th year, its unwavering commitment to both ready suffering the consequences of such use. well-being. the community and the medical field remain Beginning these programs at a young age is I commend the thousands of dentists who unparalleled. one key to their success, and I commend pro- volunteer their time with Donated Dental Serv- The Philadelphia chapter is composed of 70 grams such as the Drug Free Week essay ices, and I congratulate the program for their local women, ages 60–85, who have dedi- contest that seek to instruct and involve our commitment to increase charitable care for our cated countless hours of their time to support young people in this issue. nation’s underserved. fund-raising efforts and events. Last year Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate Brittany f alone, they raised $35,000 to assist doctors on her winning essay and commend her for and research scientists in their on-going battle taking a strong stand against the use of drugs. RECOGNITION OF KEVIN ‘‘MAX’’ to find a cure for various life-threatening dis- f COLDREN eases. INAUGURATION OF PRESIDENT The Sarah and Rubin Herman Chapter of ROH MOO HYUN OF THE REPUB- the City of Hope Hospital and Beckman Insti- HON. SAM GRAVES LIC OF KOREA OF MISSOURI tute maintain an exemplary level of enthu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES siasm about and dedication to volunteerism. They stand steadfast in their mission to pro- HON. MICHAEL E. CAPUANO Wednesday, February 26, 2003 vide hope for a brighter future for the survivors OF MASSACHUSETTS Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause of life threatening diseases and their families. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to recognize Kevin ‘‘Max’’ Coldren, a very spe- I hope that all of my distinguished colleagues Wednesday, February 26, 2003 cial young man who has exemplified the finest will join me in recognizing the contribution that Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to inform qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- has been made to Philadelphia, to Pennsyl- the House of the inauguration of President ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- vania and to our great nation. Roh Moo Hyun of the Republic of Korea ica, Troop 314, and in earning the most pres- f (ROK) on February 25, 2003. His inauguration tigious award of Eagle Scout. marks a new opportunity for peace on the Ko- Max has been very active with his troop, HONORING DRUG FREE WEEK rean peninsula and a stronger relationship working on his God & Church award and at- ESSAY WINNER with the United States. tending the H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation President Roh represents a new generation for four years where he became brave in the HON. RALPH M. HALL of South Korean leaders that have been en- tribe of MIC-O-SAY in 2001. Over the four OF TEXAS trusted with an awesome responsibility to pro- years he has been involved in scouting, he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tect democracy in an age of growing instability has held numerous leadership positions, serv- and open hostility on the Korean peninsula. ing as assistant senior patrol leader, patrol Wednesday, February 26, 2003 South Korea has grown into a country that has leader, assistant patrol leader, den chief and Mr. HALL of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise successfully transformed into a thriving, demo- bugler. Max also has been honored for his nu- today to recognize a special student from cratic nation over the last several decades. I merous scouting achievements by becoming a Gladewater, TX, Brittany Linder, who was a am confident that under the leadership of ∑ This ‘‘bullet’’ symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. VerDate Dec 13 2002 01:51 Mar 01, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26FE8.001 E27PT1 E300 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 27, 2003 President Roh, a new generation of Koreans RECOGNITION OF STEPHEN JOHN helps these worthy groups generate aware- will effectively use their country’s untapped MOORE ness and raise much needed funds. Texas human, economic, and political potential to Tech and the Lubbock Community are very shape an even brighter and more prosperous HON. SAM GRAVES privileged to have an individual that is as car- world. OF MISSOURI ing and generous as Coach Sharp. The new South Korean government also IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES It is with great pride that I commend Marsha presents an important opportunity for US Ko- Sharp for her accomplishments as a coach Wednesday, February 26, 2003 rean relations. We must work together to ease and community leader, and I congratulate her the tension that has been permitted to rise on Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause on winning her 500th game as the head coach the peninsula in recent months. I know Ameri- to recognize Stephen John Moore, a very spe- of the Lady Raiders. cans share a common goal with the South Ko- cial young man who has exemplified the finest rean people in achieving a safer, more secure qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- f world, and promoting peace and prosperity on ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- the Korean peninsula and throughout Asia. ica, Troop 314, and in earning the most pres- PERSONAL EXPLANATION The United States is dedicated to achieving tigious award of Eagle Scout.