[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 147 (Thursday, October 15, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2203]
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A TRIBUTE TO THOMAS SHARRARD--1998 INSTITUTE FOR HUMAN RELATIONS AWARD 
                                 WINNER

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                         HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 15, 1998

  Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Thomas E. Sharrard, 
this year's recipient of the American Jewish Committee's Institute for 
Human Relations Award.
  The American Jewish Committee, which was formed in 1906, promotes 
research and programs which combat all forms of bigotry and 
discrimination. The group also works to promote human rights and 
advocates public policy positions rooted in American democratic values.
  The Institute for Human Relations Award is being given to Tom 
Sharrard in recognition of his outstanding contributions to our 
community. Tom is probably best known as the hard working and 
innovative president of Time Warner Cable's Milwaukee Division. But 
equally impressive are his civic and philanthropic accomplishments and 
activities.
  Despite his busy schedule, Tom finds time to be involved with a 
number of community organizations, such as the Greater Milwaukee 
Committee, the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee, the Milwaukee 
Public Library Foundation, and the Betty Brinn Childrens Museum. He 
also serves on the advisory committee for the Artist Series at the 
Pabst and the Alliance for Future Transit, and is a member of both the 
Wisconsin Cable Association and the National Cable Television 
Association.
  In the true spirit of the Institute for Human Relations Award, Tom 
Sharrard has regularly crusaded for opportunities for women and other 
under-represented groups in the cable television industry. In fact, Tom 
was recently awarded the Wisconsin Governor's Glass Ceiling Award, 
which recognizes efforts to achieve equity and fairness in the 
workplace.
  And so it is with great pleasure that I join with Tom Sharrard's many 
business associates, family and friends in congratulating him on 
receiving the 1998 Institute for Human Relations Award, deserved honor. 
May our community continue to reap the benefits of Tom's compassion and 
commitment for many years to come.

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