[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 159 (Wednesday, November 12, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2327]
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                    ON THE RETIREMENT OF FLOYD FLAKE

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                          HON. JERROLD NADLER

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 12, 1997

  Mr. NADLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to bid farewell to a very 
distinguished Member of my State's delegation. Floyd Flake has served 
in the House with honor, with sincerity, and with unwaivering 
commitment. He can serve as a model to all of us in this body: for over 
a decade, he has fulfilled a calling to public service, fighting the 
fights he believes in, representing his constituents with passion and 
nobility.
  In leaving this body, Floyd Flake is leaving this Nation richer for 
his service. The moral guidance he has given us and the example he has 
set for us will echo through this Chamber in the coming years, 
resonating with its obligation to the people of this country after he 
has gone.
  Now, our colleague is about to respond to another calling. With the 
chance to devote his full energies to the needs of his congregation, he 
will continue his lifelong commitment to service and justice. And 
though he will be in a new setting, he will continue to be an 
inspiration for us all. I can only say that it has been an honor 
serving with him, and I wish him all the best.

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