S1346 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 28, 2002 Roger Williams University in Nash- the RECORD along with introductory space and yes, if need be, take out the threat ville, Tennessee an all black institu- comments by the distinguished Chief of of another hijacked jetliner bearing down on tion. From there, he moved on to be- the National Guard Bureau, Lieutenant an America city. come the President of one of the most General Russell C. Davis. Guard personnel are participating in the ongoing mission in Afghanistan to kill or prestigious historically black institu- There being no objection, the mate- capture remaining al Qaeda. On top of that, tions of higher education Morehouse rial was ordered to be printed in the the Guard continues to develop its primary College, from 1906 to 1929. He cul- RECORD, as follows: role in the evolving Homeland security mis- minated his career in education as the REMARKS BY CHIEF OF THE NATIONAL GUARD sion area. President of Atlanta University, which BUREAU (GENERAL RUSS DAVIS) PRESENTING Indeed, the National Guard was deployed was the only black graduate school in THE SONNY MONTGOMERY AWARD TO SEN- and in action well before September 11: the Nation at the time, where he ATOR PAT ROBERTS OF KANSAS, MONDAY, 25, Southwest Asia, Former Yugoslavia, South served until his death in 1936. John 2002 America, disaster relief and other missions here at home. The list goes on. Hope’s vision that education is the key This evening we gather to bestow the 6th Annual Major General G.V. ‘‘Sonny’’ Mont- However, I wanted to specifically mention to improving the quality of life for not your performance since the attacks: out- only African Americans, but for all gomery Award. This award was established in 1996 to honor an outstanding individual standing and inspiring. Your country needs Americans, is one I share. whose accomplishments were of major sig- you now more than ever. Keep up the good It is truly my honor and privilege to nificance to the National Guard of the work and know there are those in Congress acknowledge such great Rhode Island- United States. Specifically, it is presented to who will champion your mission and cause. er’s during Black History Month, and an individual: who has demonstrated exem- It is a privilege to receive an award for it is my hope that these and other Afri- plary service to the National Guard at the ‘‘exceptional support to the nation’s defense can American leaders from both past national level; whose performance exceeded for significantly advancing the mission of the normal scope of public or private service the National Guard.’’ I hope I have indeed and present will continue to inspire our done so and can live up to Sonny’s namesake Nation’s youth. in support to the Nation’s defense; who dem- onstrated skill and initiative to introduce in the months and years ahead. f new policies or procedures that significantly And, what a privilege it is to receive and advance the mission of the National Guard; award so deservedly named after the vet- SONNY MONTGOMERY AWARD TO eran’s all time champion Sonny Mont- SENATOR ROBERTS and who exhibited integrity, competence, and the ability to inspire others. gomery: successful businessman; decorated Mr. WARNER. Madam President, on This year we are very pleased to present Veteran of World War II & Korea; champion Monday night Senator PAT ROBERTS this Award to Senator Pat Roberts of Kan- of the Guard; congressman; general; chair- was recognized as the 2002 recipient of sas. Throughout his career, Senator Roberts man; and colleague, Southern Gentleman. the National Guard Bureau’s ‘‘Sonny has been an industrious and effective advo- I don’t want to leave the podium tonight without discussing an issue of great impor- Montgomery’’ Award. cate for a robust national security posture for the United States. Today he is a member tance to the Guard and to our Nation. Senator ROBERTS’ comments upon re- This past year I was a part of the dialogue of the Senate Armed Services Committee. He ceiving this award highlight, in a most between the Department of Defense and the plays a key, forward-thinking role in making thoughtful and eloquent manner, the Air Guard on the future of the active compo- certain that America is ready to counter absolutely critical role our Nation’s nent-National Guard relationship. post-Cold War and terrorist threats. He was Indeed, we can and ought to discuss new National Guard plays in the defense of the first chairman and today is the ranking missions for various units be they active our homeland and our own strategic member of the Emerging Threats and Capa- component, Army Guard, or Air Guard. defense in critical areas beyond our bilities Subcommittee. Any changes, however, must preserve our shores—an example being the 29th Di- Senator Roberts has led the way in founding fathers intent with respect to the strengthening America’s ability to meet the vision, with elements from Virginia, National Guard, specifically preserving the threat posed by Weapons of Mass Destruc- now serving in Bosnia. connection between military forces and the tion. Years before the events of September This vital role is nowhere more evi- states, between our national defense and 11, Senator Roberts was at the forefront of dent than in Virginia where our Na- America’s local cities and towns. the debate on increasing the security of the tional Guard men and women patrol This relationship serves a critical practical United States homeland. purpose today: when America goes to war, the skies over our Nation’s Capital and His strong support for the creation, expan- which we are doing often, so to do America’s help defend key military posts and sion and sustainment of the National States, cities, and towns. bases across the State. Guard’s Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil That kind of connection between the peo- I would like to highlight my col- Support Teams is but one example of the ple and their military helps to ensure our league’s wise admonition that we must demonstrated leadership, wisdom and fore- forces are not used without at least the sight of Senator Roberts. ‘‘preserve our founding fathers intent knowledge, if not consent and support, of the We are joined tonight by a number of other with respect to the National Guard, American people. highly distinguished Kansans including the specifically preserving the connection So let us have a discussion on trans- Nation’s Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of between military forces and the States, formation, the weapons and tactics of the fu- Staff, General Richard Meyers and the Adju- ture, and the future of the active component, between our national defense and tant General of Kansas, Major General Greg National Guard relationship. America’s local cities and towns.’’ Ex- Gardner. I would ask the Honorable Sonny cellent advice, we in the Congress must But let us not consider severing a critical Montgomery to come forward to make the link between the American people and their be very careful to heed it. presentation of the award that bears his As America is continuing its prepara- military. Let us not make the mistake of name. taking down flags, consolidating all author- tions to defend our homeland against ity and control in Washington, DC, and STATEMENT OF SENATOR PAT ROBERTS, RE- territorial threats, we owe a debt of broadening whatever gap already exists be- CIPIENT, THE NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU G.V. gratitude to our respected colleague, tween the military and civilian sectors. from the great State of Kansas, as he, ‘‘SONNY’’ MONTGOMERY AWARD America needs her Guard now more than serving as chairman of the ‘‘Sub- Thank you General Myers, General Davis, ever but not just your outstanding skills, ca- committee on Emerging Threats’’ of General Rees, General Gardner, the Kansas pability and dedication. the Armed Services Committee during Guard, and distinguished visitors to the Cap- For the current international obligations, itol. It is truly an honor to receive the the 106th Congress, laid foundations— the War Against Terrorism, and the wars of Sonny Montgomery Award from the Na- the future, America must bring to the fight at times in the face of skepticism and tional Guard Bureau and from the Guards- every state, city, town, and community. resistance—before the attacks of Sep- man and women currently serving our Na- Thank you again for this honor and I look tember 11, foundations we are rapidly tion here at home as well as around the forward to working with you in the years building on today to strengthen our world. ahead. 2001 was a challenging year for America Homeland Defense. f As Americans reflect, with deep grat- and her National Guard. Determined enemies itude, on the proud history of Amer- attacked America and our way of life, killing LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT ACT thousands, but the Guard sprung into action. OF 2001 ica’s military, let us never forget that Army Guard personnel were tasked to secure the Guard was our first, being founded our airports, harbors, military bases and Mr. SMITH of Oregon. Madam Presi- in 1636. other critical infrastructure while Air Guard dent, I rise today to speak about hate I ask unanimous consent that Sen- personnel, along with their active brothers crimes legislation I introduced with ator ROBERTS’ remarks be printed in and sisters, were tasked to secure our air- Senator KENNEDY in March of last VerDate Mar 15 2010 21:08 Jan 09, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2002SENATE\S28FE2.REC S28FE2 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY February 28, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1347 year.