[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 190 (Thursday, November 30, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2269]
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                        TRIBUTE TO ANETA CORSAUT

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                         HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN

                             of california

                          HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 30, 1995

  Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, we are honored to pay tribute to Aneta 
Corsaut, a dear friend, who died much too young from cancer this 
November. Aneta was a spirited, warm, and lovely woman who had a 
heartfelt compassion for others. Those who knew her well were touched 
by her selflessness and feelings of empathy. She was a special person, 
and we will miss her very much.
  Born in Hutchinson, KS, Aneta came to southern California in 1950's 
to pursue her dream of being an actress. She landed a part in ``The 
Blob,'' which has become a science fiction cult classic and, later, had 
a recurring role on the Andy Griffith Show as Helen Crump, Andy's 
girlfriend. Whether on the New York stage--where she started--or a 
Hollywood soundstage, Aneta found success in a profession that is 
notoriously difficult. All of her friends were so proud of her 
accomplishments.
  But there was another side to Aneta, a side that brought her into our 
world. Aneta had a passion for politics, especially Democratic Party 
politics--a rarity for a person from Kansas. We would like to think 
that her political affiliation was a direct result of her selfless, 
caring nature. Most important, she was an unapologetic liberal to the 
end.
  We both had the good fortune to work with Aneta. Her dedication to 
causes and issues was heartening. At a time of widespread cynicism and 
apathy Aneta was the perfect counter, a living, breathing example of 
how essential it is for people to get involved. We--all of us--need 
more Aneta Corsauts in this world.
  Mr. Speaker, we ask our colleagues to join us today in saluting Aneta 
Corsaut, whose life is an inspiration to all. We were lucky indeed to 
have known her.

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