[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 58 (Wednesday, March 29, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E728]
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                    WELCOME TO BENJAMIN PAUL BRIGGS

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                          HON. ELIZABETH FURSE

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 29, 1995
  Ms. FURSE. Mr. Speaker, I would like to note a very important event 
that occurred March 28, 1995. Benjamin Paul Briggs was born to Janet 
and John Furse Briggs in Seattle, WA. Benjamin Paul is my first 
grandchild.
  Every child is the repository of all the world's history and all the 
world's hopes. Each child deserves the best, in love and respect, and 
protection. Each child is the reminder that we have a duty to be 
advocates for children the world over.
  I have the highest hopes for Benjamin Paul. I trust that he will care 
about and protect other humans and animals and the environment. I know, 
because I know his parents, that he will understand that we are all 
part of one beautiful, fragile web of creation and that he has a part 
to play in its protection.
  I wish you the very best Benjamin Paul and am very glad that you are 
here.


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