[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 86 (Tuesday, May 23, 1995)]
[Senate]
[Page S7230]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                        TRIBUTE TO LOUIS HURWITZ

  Mr. PRESSLER. Mr. President, I rise today to pay special tribute to 
Louis Hurwitz of Sioux Falls, SD, on his retirement after 57 years as 
executive secretary of the Sioux Falls Jewish Welfare Fund, a branch of 
the United Jewish Appeal. His tireless efforts in assisting the 
education, well-being, and happiness of countless Jewish refugees 
worldwide is admirable.
  To understand the depth of Lou's love for and dedication to the 
happiness of others, one need only review his constant involvement in 
and uncommon generosity to the Sioux Falls community. His persistently 
positive impact on others and his continuous commitment to making a 
difference cannot be overstated. For six decades, Lou has been 
recognized repeatedly for his hard work on behalf of the Sioux Falls 
community. His efforts in reaching across religious lines to work with 
persons of all faiths deservedly has earned the respect and affection 
of many people, including myself. I extend my sincere gratitude and 
appreciation to Lou Hurwitz for his selfless service to the people of 
South Dakota, the Sioux Falls Jewish community, and thousands of others 
elsewhere.
  Mr. President, Lou's extraordinary dedication to helping others 
mirrors the teachings of the Hebrew scholar, Maimonides. According to 
the teachings of Maimonides, the highest level of charity is to enable 
other human beings to help themselves. I am proud of Lou's efforts in 
that regard. He has enabled countless Jewish refugees around the world 
to become stronger. I congratulate Lou for all he has accomplished. He 
has left a legacy that always will be a source of pride to all South 
Dakotans. I join with Lou's friends and family members in wishing this 
extraordinary man the very best in all he has yet to achieve.


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