[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 165 (Friday, November 19, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2495]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING DR. JACK TURNER

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                            HON. BART GORDON

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 18, 1999

  Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Jack Turner 
for 30 years of service to Middle Tennessee State University as an 
associate professor of political science.
  Dr. Turner has had a profound effect on many Middle Tennesseans. His 
patience and perseverance with the teaching profession have been 
invaluable assets to the Middle Tennessee community. Over the years, 
many members of my staff have had the benefit of his guidance. I, too, 
have had that privilege as a student, as well as being a colleague 
through my own teaching experience at Middle Tennessee State 
University.
  I ask today that we recognize this man for his 30 years of 
achievement and dedication to the teaching profession and to Middle 
Tennessee State University. He has certainly benefitted young minds 
with his vast knowledge and experience. As a representative of Middle 
Tennessee, I feel the same regret that the community feels to see Dr. 
Turner retire. I am, however, confident that he will contribute to the 
community in many other ways. So, I ask my colleagues in the U.S. House 
of Representatives today to join me in wishing him well in his future 
endeavors.

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