[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 10 (Thursday, January 25, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E104]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              TRIBUTE TO THE LATE HONORABLE BARBARA JORDAN

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                               speech of

                          HON. CARRIE P. MEEK

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 24, 1996

  Mrs. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I am deeply saddened to hear of 
Barbara Jordan's untimely death.
  When she spoke with her Jehovah-like voice, it was like a powerful 
voice from on high. She was a great American patriot whose dedication 
to public service and unshakable faith in, and love of, the 
Constitution served her well, earning her national recognition during 
the Watergate impeachment hearings. When she spoke of the Constitution, 
her tremendous voice resonated and made it sound like the Founding 
Fathers themselves were speaking.
  She personified the principles of ethics, justice, and compassion.
  Her untimely death is a major loss to the citizens of this great 
Nation, particularly as we seek to resolve the difficult public policy 
questions confronting our country. We have lost an outstanding public 
servant. We will miss her advice and counsel. She leaves a great legacy 
that challenges all of us to rededicate ourselves to the principles of 
freedom and equality for all Americans.
  With her eloquent voice, she spoke for ordinary Americans in a 
language that all could understand. To those who felt disheartened, she 
made them believe that they too were included in the American dream.
  She will be a constant reminder of the power of integrity and 
fairness.
  I will always remember her. The Nation has lost a treasure and a 
powerful friend.

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