[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 129 (Thursday, September 24, 1998)]
[House]
[Page H8538]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        IN TRIBUTE TO VIC FAZIO

  (Ms. HARMAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. HARMAN. Mr. Speaker, representing the other tough-to-hold seat in 
California, I know how hard the gentleman from California (Mr. Fazio) 
has worked for his constituents.
  I know his courage in fighting for responsible gun control; a woman's 
right to choose; equal treatment for all Californians, regardless of 
sexual orientation; and responsible campaign finance reform. And I know 
his incredible personal courage in returning here after the untimely 
death 2 years ago of his daughter, Anne.
  Losing an election, which Vic never did, is hard. Losing a child is 
infinitely harder. Yet Vic and Judy have rebounded, and I think the 
perfect tribute this institution could pay to him after 20 years is to 
behave in a sober, bipartisan and fair fashion as we consider the very 
difficult matter of the President which is before us.
  I am pleased to join my colleagues in commending Vic for his 
distinguished public career and proud to call him a friend.
  Vic, best wishes to you, Judy and your family.

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