[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 2 (Wednesday, January 28, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E53]
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                        TRIBUTE TO DAVID DeFORE

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                           HON. BRAD SHERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 28, 1998

  Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to David 
DeFore, who has served as the President of the Encino Chamber of 
Commerce for the past two years.
  President Kennedy once said, ``Leadership and learning are 
indispensable to each other.'' While David has acted as a role model 
and source of inspiration for the members of our community, he has 
continued to learn and grow in his own life through the pursuit of 
education.
  A testament to his strength of character and the respect he has 
earned from his colleagues is illustrated through the amount of 
speaking engagements to which David has been invited. He has spoken on 
issues such as self-responsibility, goal setting, and the importance of 
always being a student of your profession.
  David has exemplified these principles through his daily activities 
and his efforts within the community. He has served as the President of 
the Valley Cultural Center, is on the Board of Directors of the Valley 
Community Clinic and has served two years on the North Hollywood 
Project Area Committee. In addition, David has recently been appointed 
by Mayor Riordan to serve on the Greek Theater Advisory Committee.
  His warm personality and caring nature have enabled his to be a 
respected leader in the business community as well. He is among the top 
producing commercial sales professionals in the San Fernando Valley. 
David also continues to take classes at UCLA Extension in a variety of 
areas.
  Mr. Speaker, distinguished colleagues, please join me in honoring 
David DeFore. He is a role model for the citizens of our community.

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