[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 139 (Thursday, October 14, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2101-E2102]
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                    IN RECOGNITION OF ANTHONY RUSSO

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                            HON. BOB FRANKS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 14, 1999

  Mr. FRANKS of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an 
individual who exemplifies the essence of public service.
  Anthony Russo has made significant contributions as a leader in 
Union, New Jersey for many years. After receiving his law degree from 
Rutgers University and becoming a member of the Union County Bar 
Association, Mr. Russo was admitted to practice before the United 
States Supreme Court. He served as a Union Township Committee member 
for 27 years, Mayor for nine terms, and New Jersey Senator from 1978 to 
1981. Mr. Russo is the current Union County Adjuster--a position he has 
held since 1972.
  Mr. Russo is a pillar of society who has illustrated genuine 
dedication to cancer-fighting organizations and with Union Township's 
youth. He was an original organizer of the Boys Club of Union, now 
known as the Boys and Girls Club of Union, and served in several 
leadership positions within the group for many years. In addition, Mr. 
Russo has volunteered his fund raising efforts on behalf of cancer 
research for the Union County Chapter of The

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American Cancer Society as well as the March of Dimes, Boy Scouts, 
Mental Health and the American Red Cross.
  Mr. Russo's dedication has earned a great deal of acknowledgment by 
numerous political, civic, and community organizations. Indeed, he is a 
hard worker whose selfless efforts continue to be an inspiration to his 
community. Please join me in thanking him for bringing real leadership 
to Union, New Jersey and wishing him the best in his future endeavors.

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