[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 130 (Saturday, August 5, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1679]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                         THANKS TO KEITH JEWELL

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                          HON. STENY H. HOYER

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 4, 1995
  Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to join my colleagues in 
recognizing one of this body's most outstanding employees, the director 
of House photography and one of my constituents, Keith Jewell.
  I have known Keith since I first came to this body in a special 
election in 1981. He has always been one of those people who work in 
the shadows, yet his outstanding photography has graced many of our 
office walls and made countless constituents happy.
  In my capacity as chairman of Helsinki Commission, I traveled to many 
of the former Communist countries as they were before, during and after 
their transition to democracy. During some of my visits, especially to 
the Baltic States following their breakaway from the Soviet empire in 
the early 1990's, it at times became a little dangerous as we walked 
amongst sandbags and barricades to meet with the new leaders.
  Keith Jewell was always right there with us, snapping photos while 
looking over his shoulder to see that we were all safe. The photos that 
appeared in newspapers and were sent to various organizations both here 
and abroad helped provide inspiration to those people throughout the 
world who were seeking freedom from dictators and oppression. When we 
talk about images that helped to end the cold war, I believe Keith 
Jewell was instrumental in helping to project Congress' support for 
freedom and democracy throughout the world.
  Keith, this is one Member who wishes you well from the heart. You 
have been an outstanding employee and one that I am sorry to see leave 
this body. Best of luck in your future endeavors. The camera's eye will 
always be on you for your work and dedication to this body and the 
people it serves.


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