[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 39 (Thursday, April 11, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Page S2575]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


        IN RECOGNITION OF THE NATIONAL POLICE DEFENSE FOUNDATION

 Mr. TORRICELLI. Mr. President, I rise today to extend my 
support and thanks to the members of the National Police Defense 
Foundation (NPDF). The NPDF is dedicating this year's Annual Awards 
Dinner to the many heroes of September 11.
  The events of September 11 represent one of the most tragic events in 
American history. However, in the horror of the moment, many of our 
bravest set aside all of their conflicting emotions and rose to the 
occasion. Many risked and sacrificed their lives to save others, and we 
are grateful for all they achieved.
  I would like to extend my congratulations to former NYC Police 
Commissioner Bernard Kerik for being honored as ``Man of the Year'' and 
Dr. Deborah Mandell as ``Woman of the Year.'' Both have given a great 
deal of themselves and provided invaluable leadership during this time 
of crisis. Commissioner Kerik is to be commended for his leadership and 
the support he provided to many in the aftermath of this tragedy. Dr. 
Mandell should also be commended for spearheading the NPDF's emergency 
response team that provided critical grief counseling and support 
services to many of the survivors, family members, and rescue workers.
  I would also like to extend my congratulations to:
  Chief Robert Caron for receiving the Special Achievement Award
  Sgt. John McLaughlin and P.O. William Jimeno for receiving the 
Profile in Courage Award
  P.O. Joseph Zarrelli and Stephanie Matoursek for receiving the 
Operation Kids Special Achievement Award
  All of the men and women of the NYPD, NY/NJ Port Authority Police, 
U.S. Customs, U.S. Secret Service and the FBI for receiving the Special 
Unit Citation Award for their efforts on the Great Kills Landfill Task 
Force.
  I am proud to join the NPDF in honoring these individuals and the 
tireless efforts of all of the men and women who on September 11 and 
its aftermath have worked to help their fellow Americans. They 
represent all that is truly great about our nation.

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