[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 141 (Thursday, October 3, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1910-E1911]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO RANDOLPH YUNKER

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                            HON. RICK LAZIO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 3, 1996

  Mr. LAZIO. Mr. Speaker, I want to pay tribute to my constituent, Mr. 
Randolph Yunker of

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West Babylon, NY, who spent his career in service to his country and 
this House, and in doing so has made a real difference in his 
community.
  For the past decade, Randy has served the people of Long Island, 
first as executive assistant to our former colleague, Norman Lent, 4th 
district, New York, and most recently district director to Peter King, 
3d district, New York. In these capacities, Randy has helped literally 
thousands of constituents, from the senior citizen experiencing 
problems receiving a social security check to the anxious child needing 
an emergency visa to visit an ailing parent in another country. Randy 
has taken the time to listen to their concerns and then acted quickly 
to resolve those problems, which may sound trivial to some, but in 
reality are quite important to the person needing assistance. In 
recognition of his dedication and support, Randy has been awarded 
membership in the National Association of Postmasters of the United 
States, making him the first congressional staff member in history to 
be accorded that honor.
  Mr. Speaker, too often we forget the fine work that is done on our 
behalf by our dedicated and professional staff. Their efforts often 
help make our Government more responsive to the people we serve. So, it 
is only fitting that I take this time to honor Randy Yunker, who has a 
distinguished career of service to the people of Long Island.

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