[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 28 (Thursday, March 6, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E405]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 DeLAURO HONORS TIMOTHY SHRIVER FOR HIS WORK WITH THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 6, 1997

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, on Thursday, November 14, 1996 Columbus 
House will have its annual benefit. This year the benefit is entitled 
``It's a Small World'' and is honoring two individuals who have given 
an extraordinary amount of themselves to the city of New Haven; Jean 
Handley and Timothy Shriver. Tim's work embodies the theme of this 
year's benefit which is bringing the global community to the city of 
New Haven. I had the pleasure of working with Tim last summer when the 
1995 Summer Special Olympic Games were held in New Haven.
  The 1995 games were the most successful world games in the 27-year 
history of the Special Olympics and had the added benefit of 
spotlighting the best that New Haven had to offer. I want to thank Tim 
for his great efforts on that project. His work enabled the city to 
shine and draw the national attention it so richly deserves. This past 
June, Tim was elected president and chief executive officer of Special 
Olympics International. I know that Tim offers Special Olympics 
International the vision, enthusiasm, and commitment to lead the 
organization into the 21st century.
  Tim has spent most of his life working in education and promoting the 
development of children and this background makes him particularly 
well-suited for his new position. Tim is an educator who cares deeply 
about children and has made a commitment to improving their lives. He 
has been an administrator and teacher in the New Haven Public School 
System and, prior to working with the Special Olympics, Tim was the 
supervisor of the New Haven Public Schools' Social Development Project. 
The project was an initiative he began in 1987. Tim's expertise in the 
area of education, and the social and emotional development of children 
enable him to bring a distinct perspective to his work for the Special 
Olympics.
  Tim is devoted to the Special Olympics movement and has a keen 
understanding of the meaning, mission and spirit of the organization. 
At the heart of the Special Olympics is a belief that all athletes 
deserve a chance to push past their own limitations and to excel. The 
games gives these individuals an opportunity to explore their 
capabilities and to reach their potential. I know that under Tim's 
leadership, the Special Olympics will continue to flourish and to offer 
so many athletes an experience they will remember for a lifetime.
  I am proud to join Columbus House in honoring Tim Shriver. His work 
should serve as an example to us all that we can make an important 
difference in the lives of children with special needs. The Special 
Olympics also make us aware of the value, potential and uniqueness of 
every person.

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