[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 101 (Friday, July 24, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1429]
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               JULIAN BREECE: ONE OF D.C.'S BRIGHT STARS

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                       HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON

                      of the district of columbia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 24, 1998

  Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize one of the bright 
stars of the District of Columbia, Julian O. Breece, Though only 
seventeen years old, Julian has compiled an exemplary academic record, 
extensive production and anchoring experience in local and national 
television, served as a Youth Ambassador to Israel, and participated in 
the Junior Statesmen summer school program. Now, I am proud to 
recognize his latest achievement: a $10,000 scholarship in the Arts and 
Humanities category of the Discover Card Youth Program. Julian joins a 
select group of only nine award recipients from around the nation, 
achievers who stand out personally and academically.
  Julian Breece, like so many other D.C. students, is a gifted and 
talented young man. His 4.0 grade point average at Benjamin Banneker 
Academic Senior High School simply wasn't enough; Julian had to do 
more. He has worked with the D.C. Public Schools cable station, DC28, 
for two years, honing his skills as an anchor, writer and producer. 
Julian is a regular panelist on Black Entertainment Television's Teen 
Summit show, which airs nationally each week. I am proud that Julian 
uses his exceptional oratorical and communications skills to serve his 
community.
  Julian's community service endeavors, awards and activities are 
simply too numerous to list here. From theater troupes to helping the 
homeless, from foreign affairs programs to science fairs, Julian Breece 
has made an important contribution to the life the District of 
Columbia. I have no doubt that he will continue to contribute to this 
city and this nation as he grows and matures, striving to promote 
cultural understanding and community awareness. My warmest 
congratulations to Julian on his latest award, and my regards to his 
parents, who have raised such a fine son!

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