[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 130 (Tuesday, October 17, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1816]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO LOWELL PAXSON

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                            HON. MARK FOLEY

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 17, 2000

  Mr. FOLEY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
recognize a distinguished broadcaster and American, Mr. Lowell ``Bud'' 
Paxson. Mr. Paxson has been involved in the broadcasting industry for 
over 40 years, providing wholesome and family-friendly programming to 
millions of people nationwide.
  PAX TV, founded by Paxson and headquartered near my West Palm Beach 
home, provides safe programming that the whole family can enjoy. This 
network has been welcomed by American parents seeking an alternative to 
much of the violent and sexually suggestive programming currently being 
marketed to America's children. As a result, the popularity of PAX TV 
has made it the seventh largest television network in the country.
  Bud Paxson is a good friend and an upstanding civic leader. Last 
year, he received the ``Entrepreneur of the Year'' award by Florida 
Atlantic University. This year, he received an honorary Doctor of Laws 
degree by Barry University. This honor is given to individuals who have 
been recognized for outstanding achievements in their profession, 
communities, and the world.
  Today I want to honor Bud for his excellent corporate example as well 
as thank him for his friendship and selflessness.

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