[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 79 (Wednesday, June 17, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1148]
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                 TRIBUTE TO NAVY SECRETARY JOHN DALTON

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                            HON. GENE GREEN

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 17, 1998

  Mr. GREEN. Mr. Speaker, last week, we learned about the upcoming 
resignation of Navy Secretary John Dalton.
  I have known Secretary Dalton for many years, and consider him to be 
both a friend and among the finest Navy Secretaries our Nation has ever 
had. He understood Houston's long Naval and Maritime history.
  Secretary Dalton has served his country with distinction and with 
honor. Although he was born and raised in Louisiana, we consider him a 
true Texan. He moved to Texas during the 1970's, and since then, has 
served as a Chairman and President in various associations in his 
business career.
  He was nominated by President Clinton in 1993 and confirmed that same 
year to become the Secretary of the Navy. Under his guidance, the Navy 
has expanded opportunities for both women and minorities. Through his 
leadership, Secretary Dalton exemplified the Navy's Core Values of 
Honor, Courage, and Commitment.
  Secretary Dalton has had a long career of achievements as well as 
accomplishments. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy where he 
served as a Deputy Brigade Commander, a finalist in the Rhode Scholar 
competition as well as Lieutenant Commander during his years in the 
U.S. Naval Service.
  In 1997, he was given the recognition of the prestigious 
International Security Leadership Award. This was in recognition of his 
leadership and promotion of American seapower and bipartisan maritime 
strategy.
  Secretary Dalton has served with energy, conviction, and dedication 
at a challenging time for the Navy. In the midst of these challenges, 
John Dalton has ensured that the Navy remains a national priority.
  Secretary Dalton has shown an unwavering commitment to our nation, 
and deserves our recognition and our appreciation.

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