[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 68 (Tuesday, June 6, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E887]
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          RECOGNIZING THE MILFORD HIGH ``WE THE PEOPLE'' TEAM

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                          HON. CHARLES F. BASS

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 6, 2000

  Mr. BASS. Mr. Speaker, today I honor the ``We the People'' team from 
Milford High School in Milford, New Hampshire. These outstanding young 
students recently won an award at the ``We the People'' national finals 
held in Washington, D.C. As you may know, the ``We the People'' mock 
hearings test student knowledge of the U.S. Constitution. The Milford 
students were recognized for their expertise on the following subject: 
How Did the Values and Principles Embodied in the Constitution Shape 
American Institutions and Practices? The dozen Sophomores, Juniors, and 
Seniors competed against 50 other classes from throughout the nation. 
The team demonstrated a remarkable understanding of the fundamental 
ideals and values of American constitutional government.
  I had the privilege to serve as a judge for this year's state 
competition to come to Washington for the national competition. It was 
apparent to me then that the Milford High School students had the 
knowledge, team-work, and enthusiasm necessary to successfully compete 
against 50 other classes from throughout the nation. These students can 
be proud of their award winning performance.
  I was honored to have the team visit me here on Capitol Hill during 
their trip to Washington for the national competition. I would like to 
take this opportunity to congratulate the following students for their 
performance at the national ``We the People'' competition: Adam Berger, 
Jon Butt, Jenn Catherine, Vanessa Chretien, Mike Gott, Keith Holt, Pam 
Murphy, David Norway, Mike Parisi, Abby Parker, Pete Phillips, and 
Ashley Standbridge.

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