[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 161 (Wednesday, October 18, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1970]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO DAVID W. FLEMING

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                         HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 18, 1995

  Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to David 
Fleming, my good friend who this year has been chosen by the Anti-
Defamation League to receive the distinguished community service award. 
The ADL could not have made a better choice. David has taken a 
leadership role in many important areas important to the San Fernando 
Valley. He truly cares for his community.
  It is hard to imagine how David, a senior partner with the 
prestigious law firm of Latham & Watkins, finds time to take on his 
many added responsibilities. For example, David is the current 
president of the board of fire commissioners for the city of Los 
Angeles as well as the vice chair of the Los Angeles County Children's 
Planning Council. He has also served on three different county 
commissions.
  David's tireless work for his community reflects his many interests. 
He has been a member of the board of the Automobile Club of Southern 
California, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, the Valley Industry and 
Commerce Association [VICA], the National Council of Christians and 
Jews and Big Brothers of Greater Los Angeles.
  Not surprisingly, David has been the recipient of awards from many 
sources. He has received the Fernando award, the tree of life award 
from the Jewish National Fund and, in 1967, he was named ``One of 
California's Five Outstanding Young Men'' by the California Jaycees. 
Many people and organizations have benefited from David's efforts and 
generosity.
  I ask my colleagues to join me today in saluting David Fleming, a man 
of intellect, compassion, and dedication to his community.

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