[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 74 (Wednesday, June 10, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Page S6114]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   RECOGNITION OF ``FATHER'S MONTH''

 Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the new 
tradition of ``Father's Month'' in St. Louis, Missouri founded by Mayor 
Clarence Harmon. Being a father myself, I know the important role that 
a father's nurturing can make in a child's life. A father's influence 
can help a child grow into a healthy, happy, well-adjusted adult.
  The purpose of ``Father's Month'' will be to encourage the community 
to actively work toward a common goal of fathers who take a larger role 
in the development of their children. I agree with Mayor Harmon that 
merely providing financial support is not enough. With the continuing 
efforts of St. Louis to promote events that teach positive family 
values and family togetherness, there is no telling how much the 
community can achieve. I offer Mayor Harmon and the community of St. 
Louis support and gratitude during ``Father's Month.'' 

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