[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 45 (Thursday, April 21, 1994)]
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                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

 Mr. DODD. Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to a very 
special constituent of mine, Lottie B. Scott of Norwich, who has been 
selected by the Eastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce as its 1994 
Citizen of the year.
  Lottie Scott is a true American success story. Raised in rural South 
Carolina, her exposure to the evils of prejudice and segregation 
inspired her to change the world we live in, rather than cope with 
societal injustice. We, in Connecticut, are extremely fortunate that 
Lottie and her son followed her father and brother to Norwich in 1957, 
bringing with her that desire to make a difference.
  From the Werman Shoe Factory to the Wauregan Hotel and eventually on 
to the Norwich Hospital, Lottie created her own opportunities. Her 
promotions eventually led her to the Human Rights Commission, where she 
retired as regional manager in 1992. Perhaps even more impressive than 
Lottie's success in the workplace was her devotion to self-improvement 
through education. She managed to earn her associate's degree from 
Mohegan Community College, as well as her bachelor's degree from the 
University of Connecticut, all during her tenure with the Human Rights 
Commission. This commitment to excellence is a lesson in dedication 
from which we can all learn.
  Ms. Scott's career has been truly exceptional, but her contributions 
to the community, as well as her personal accomplishments have further 
enhanced eastern Connecticut. Her allegiance to the cause of civil 
rights promted her to help found the Norwich Chapter of the NAACP and 
become a director of the Connecticut Civil Liberties Union. She also 
established her own consulting firm, dealing with affirmative action 
and civil rights legislation.
  Her deep concern for the city of Norwich has inspired her to create, 
as well as preside over, the Norwich Art Council. Such sincerity has 
carried over into her involvement with the Norwich Redevelopment 
Agency, the Connecticut Hospital Association, the Southeastern 
Connecticut YMCA, the Norwich Democratic Town Committee, and many other 
organizations.
  Mr. President, Lottie B. Scott is a Connecticut treasure. She has 
helped shape the social, cultural and political agenda of an entire 
community. I thank my colleagues for letting me share with them this 
success story. The Eastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce could not 
have chosen a more worthy recipient for this year's award.

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