[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 49 (Thursday, April 5, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E578]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO RICHARD BREWER

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                         HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, April 4, 2001

  Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a remarkable 
South Carolinian who was named ``MVP 2001'' by the South Carolina State 
Council of Senior Citizens. Richard Brewer has earned this prestigious 
honor though his constant dedication to his community.
  Mr. Brewer is the first elected president of ILA Local 1422 Retirees, 
where he continues to serve. He is also on the Executive Board of the 
South Carolina State Council of Senior Citizens. Family and church have 
always come first for Mr. Brewer, but he selflessly devotes his time to 
his Chartered ILA Club. He is active in the politics of South Carolina, 
leading rallies at the State Capitol dealing with issues ranging from 
the Confederate Flag to workers rights.
  Richard Brewer led the ILA Retiree volunteers in hosting a 
``Legislative Breakfast'' in Charleston, South Carolina last year. He 
also took it upon himself to ensure the attendance of key elected 
officials, causing the event to be a complete success. The funding for 
the breakfast was also secured by Mr. Brewer, whose ILA Retirees paid 
for the event.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in paying tribute to Richard Brewer 
and the ILA Local 1422 Retirees. Mr. Brewer has demonstrated tireless 
dedication and loyalty to the citizens of my state of South Carolina 
and for this he should be honored.

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