[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 19 (Thursday, February 28, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Page S1348]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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             IN CELEBRATION OF THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF 4-H

 Mr. ALLARD. Mr. President, today, it is with great pride that 
I congratulate one of the finest organizations in the United States for 
a truly remarkable accomplishment. This year marks the centennial 
anniversary of 4-H, a youth organization that was launched by a group 
of volunteer visionaries who wanted to challenge America's youth to 
become a fundamental building block of our Nation's communities. With 
the motto, ``To make the best better,'' the organization has grown from 
an agriculture based institution into a well balanced mix of 7 million 
urban and rural members.
  4-H encourages service; it promotes civility; broadens life 
experiences; and pushes a better way of life through a healthy spirit 
and healthy living. After 100 years of existence, the organization has 
grown to more than 50 million alumni, of which 55 are Members of 
Congress.
  In an interview with Roll Call Daily, I had the chance to reflect on 
my 4-H experience. I remember well how 4-H taught me how to be a 
leader, how to prioritize and organize, as well as running meetings 
with efficiency and purpose. 4-H projects paid for nearly all of my 
tuition to become a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.
  The value of 4-H to America's youth can be measured in the 
accomplishments of its members--both past and present, and in the hours 
and hours of service the many 4-H clubs across the country have 
dedicated to service projects and personal development. 
Congratulations, and, I wish the organization many more successful 
years.

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