[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 62 (Monday, May 3, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E828]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO FLORETTE POTKIN

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                           HON. BRAD SHERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 3, 1999

  Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Florette Potkin, 
who is being honored for her dedicated service to the community. 
Florette and her family are residents of Northridge, California, and 
have been extremely generous to Temple Ner Maarav, our community, and 
many charitable causes.
  President Kennedy once said, ``For those to whom much is given, much 
is required.'' Temple Ner Maarav has recognized Florette for 
exemplifying leadership, volunteerism, and dedication. For over three 
decades, Florette has worked tirelessly to better the community as a 
whole.
  Through her love for the arts, Florette found her way to Temple Ner 
Tamid through her participation in a musical play. Thereafter, she 
became active through a variety of programs within the temple. While 
serving as Sisterhood President in 1974, she also helped to pave the 
way for women in religious functions when she became a Bat Mitzvah that 
same year.
  Florette and her husband, Perry, have served in leadership positions 
in both Temple Ner Tamid and Temple Maarev. Florette has also 
encouraged her four children to become active in the Jewish community. 
Florette has been unwavering in her efforts to work with members of the 
community through her generous contributions.
  Mr. Speaker, distinguished colleagues, please join me in paying 
tribute to Florette Potkin, who is truly a role model for the citizens 
of Los Angeles.

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