[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 21 (Thursday, February 2, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E261]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                    TRIBUTE TO WALTER H. SHORENSTEIN

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                           HON. ANNA G. ESHOO

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, February 2, 1995

  Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Walter H. Shorenstein 
on the occasion of his 80th birthday and to celebrate his exemplary 
life of extraordinary contributions to our community and our country.
  Walter Shorenstein began his career in real estate in 1946 after 
serving as a Major in the U.S. Air Force. Over the years, he has built 
the Shorenstein Co. into one of the oldest, largest and most well-
respected privately owned real estate firms in the country, currently 
employing over 1,400 people.
  Beyond his business success, Walter Shorenstein is a valued adviser 
to Presidents, a philanthropist who has given both time and money for 
the benefit of others, a lecturer of note and an ardent supporter of 
education. He was appointed by President Clinton to the Board of 
Directors of the Corporation for National Service and served as senior 
adviser to Presidents Johnson and Carter. He serves as an adviser to 
the Democratic leadership of the House and Senate. He is Chair of the 
San Francisco UN50 Committee to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 
signing of the United Nations Charter in San Francisco. His numerous 
sponsorships, board memberships, and honors are a reflection of his 
dedication to art, culture, education, government, and philanthropy.
  Walter Shorenstein's life has been enriched by his family: Carole, 
renowned producer of Broadway shows, a son, Douglas, President of the 
Shorenstein Co., his grandchildren--Walter, Gracie, Brandon Jona, 
Sandra Joan and Daniella--have brought even more joy into his life. His 
lifelong partner in life, Phyllis, died in 1994, and their beloved and 
brilliant daughter, Joan, died in 1985.
  Mr. Speaker, Walter Shorenstein is an outstanding citizen and a 
national treasure, and I am privileged to call him my friend. I ask my 
colleagues to join me in thanking Walter Shorenstein for his 
incomparable generosity and tireless service to our Nation, and in 
saluting him on yet another milestone in his life--his 80th birthday.


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