[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 41 (Wednesday, April 9, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E609]
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                  TRIBUTE TO JESSE AND LOIS STRANAHAN

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                          HON. ELIZABETH FURSE

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, April 9, 1997

  Ms. FURSE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize two very special 
people who have distinguished themselves since the 1930's as tireless 
advocates for our working Americans.
  Jesse and Lois Stranahan have been called the standard setters for 
the labor movement and it is no wonder. Jesse, a member of the 
International Longshoremen's and Warehousemen's Union, and Lois, a 30-
year member of the ILWU Auxiliary, have championed the causes that 
affect not only the lives of longshore families, but those of all 
working people. They have fought for social justice, safe working 
conditions, fair wage compensation, and comprehensive health care.
  The dedication, determination and extraordinary hard work that Jesse 
and Lois have selflessly given over these many decades have shown the 
way for countless others. They serve as testaments to the philosophy 
that I have always held dear: one person can make a difference. I 
applaud their work, and I am privileged to have this opportunity to 
recognize Jesse and Lois Stranahan before this body.

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