E840 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 16, 2017 of diversity that makes it one of the most dy- ther, the late former Congressman Clarence J. world peace is achievable through public serv- namic and vibrant cities in America. Brown, Sr., represented Ohio’s Seventh Con- ice. America is a land of opportunity for those gressional District in the House from 1939 to Throughout her career President Sirleaf has who are willing to work hard and abide by the 1965. A Navy veteran of World War II and the never been afraid to stand up and speak out laws. Korean War, Bud was a 1947 graduate of for what she believed was best for Liberians. We must assure that DACA beneficiaries Duke University and a 1949 graduate of Har- Her career in public service began in 1972 as continue to enjoy the opportunity to pursue vard Business School. an assistant minister of finance under Presi- their American dreams. Bud succeeded his father in Congress in dent William Tolbert. She was forced to flee We are a better country for doing so. 1965, representing the people of the Seventh Liberia in 1980 after publicly speaking out f District with distinction until 1983. Following against the government of Samuel Doe. She his House service, he was tapped by Presi- returned to Liberia in 1985 to seek public of- HITACHI AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS dent Reagan to serve as the nation’s fifth fice only to be sentenced to ten years in pris- AMERICAS 20TH ANNIVERSARY Deputy Secretary of Commerce. He ably filled on for her comments criticizing the govern- the role of Acting Secretary for several months ment. President Sirleaf watched from afar as HON. JODY B. HICE following the 1987 death of Commerce Sec- Liberia was terrorized and almost destroyed through two violent civil wars. She advocated OF GEORGIA retary Malcolm Baldridge. for Liberians to put down their weapons and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES From 1992 to 1999, Bud served as Presi- come to a peaceful resolution to the conflicts Friday, June 16, 2017 dent and Chief Executive Officer of the United States Capitol Historical Society, a congres- that plagued the country. In 2005, President Sirleaf was elected by Mr. JODY B. HICE of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, sionally chartered non-profit organization dedi- the citizens of Liberia to be the country’s 24th I rise to pay tribute to Hitachi Automotive Sys- cated to preserving the heritage and history of tems Americas, Inc.’s Monroe-based manufac- President, shattering the glass ceiling and be- the Capitol. The Society honored him with its coming the first democratically elected female turing facility on its 20th Anniversary. It is with Freedom Award in 2000, created to recognize a great sense of pride that I rise to celebrate head of state in Africa. President Sirleaf has those who advance the understanding and ap- helped her country and its people recover its achievements and the positive contributions preciation of representative government. it has made to Georgia’s 10th Congressional from the unrest and violence that preceded Throughout his life, Bud worked in various her presidency. Her hard work and dedication District. roles at the family-owned Brown Publishing has revived national hope by strengthening Built in 1996, the plant has undergone three Company, a vast nationwide network of local the institutions of national security and good expansions over the years and employs a newspapers that was in business through governance, leading to the revitalization of in- myriad of Georgia workers in the manufac- 2010. Bud oversaw company operations from frastructure within the country along with the turing industry. In 2014, Hitachi continued its its headquarters in Urbana, Ohio, as President national economy. President Sirleaf’s persist- commitment to the citizens of Georgia by ap- and later as Chairman of the Board for many ence in transforming the image of Liberia has proving the latest expansion, which increased years. restored the country’s credibility and reputation its size to include 520,000 square feet of man- Bud and his wife, Joyce, are the proud par- on the global stage. ufacturing space and doubled its workforce to ents of four children: Cate, Clancy, Roy, and In 2011, President Sirleaf, among others, provide more than 600 jobs in the 10th Dis- Beth. Beth died in 1964 at age seven after a was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her trict. three-year battle with leukemia; Bud and work in advocating for peace, democracy and Monroe’s Hitachi facility remains extremely Joyce established the Beth Brown Memorial gender equality in Liberia. When the Nor- competitive and was named the 2014 Manu- Foundation in her name later that year. Foun- wegian Committee granted this prize, it was facturer of the Year for the State of Georgia dation scholarships have helped hundreds of their hope President Sirleaf would help bring for its commitment to manufacturing in edu- high school graduates from Champaign Coun- an end to the suppression of women, to real- cation, community service, and economic ty study medical and related careers in col- ize the great potential for democracy, and to growth. These achievements are a result of lege. epitomize the peace that women can rep- the partnership of several organizations work- Bud and Joyce have both been active in resent. ing together to improve Georgia’s economy promoting the Cedar Bog Nature Preserve, a Mr. Speaker, I congratulate President Sirleaf and workforce potential. I would further like to 450-acre site south of Urbana that is consid- for working towards that goal, for her many recognize Athens Technical College, which ered a crown jewel of Ohio’s natural areas. accomplishments, and for being a pioneer in has joined with Hitachi Automotive Systems to They were instrumental in building the Pre- African politics. She is truly an inspiration to create an internship program as part of Geor- serve’s endowment fund and in making its not just the women in Liberia, but to women gia’s Quick Start program, providing cus- new education center a reality. around the world. Because of President tomized training programs to fill vital skilled- This Sunday in Urbana, Bud’s family and Sirleaf, the world is stronger, smarter, more di- labor positions necessary to employers like friends will gather at an open house in his verse, and more equal than it has ever been Hitachi. honor. I look forward to joining so many other before, and the future of Liberia is forever For these reasons, it is my honor to recog- well-wishers on this occasion to thank Bud brighter. nize Hitachi’s Monroe facility on the occasion and Joyce for their years of selfless sacrifices. f of its 20th Anniversary as well as the partners Mr. Speaker, Bud Brown has been a per- EXTENDING BEST WISHES TO CON- that contribute to its continued success. Fur- sonal friend and mentor for many years who GRESSMAN STEVE SCALISE WHO thermore, I extend my personal appreciation to has made service to others the foundation of WAS WOUNDED IN THE MASS those who have joined in improving Georgia’s his life. We are grateful that good men like SHOOTING AT SIMPSON PARK IN workforce to ensure that we succeed today Bud commit their lives to public service and in- ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA and in the future. spire others to follow in their footsteps. f f HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE TRIBUTE TO CLARENCE J. ‘‘BUD’’ RECOGNIZING ELLEN JOHNSON OF TEXAS BROWN, JR. SIRLEAF, PRESIDENT OF LIBERIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, June 16, 2017 HON. JIM JORDAN HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to OF OHIO OF TEXAS wish our colleague Congressman STEVE SCA- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES LISE a full and speedy recovery in the wake of this most recent act of senseless violence. Friday, June 16, 2017 Friday, June 16, 2017 Wednesday morning, June 14, 2017, a de- Mr. JORDAN. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. ranged assailant launched an unprovoked at- commend to the House the admirable service Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a world tack against several Members of Congress, of former Congressman Clarence J. ‘‘Bud’’ leader for her tireless work in securing peace who along with some staff members, were Brown, Jr., on the occasion of his ninetieth for their home country. President Ellen John- practicing at Simpson Park in Alexandria, Vir- birthday on June 18. son Sirleaf of Liberia has spent decades advo- ginia for the 56th Annual Congressional Base- Born in Columbus in 1927, Bud spent much cating for peace and democracy in Liberia. ball Game, an event designed to build amity of his youth in the Washington area, as his fa- She is a role model for all those who believe across the aisle and raise funds for charity. 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