[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 123 (Wednesday, September 25, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1652]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 COMMENDING ``SPIRIT OF AMERICA'' AWARD RECIPIENTS PENNY FREDERICK AND 
                           KRISTIE BROUSSARD

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                         HON. CHRISTOPHER JOHN

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 24, 2002

  Mr. JOHN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend the achievements of 
two of the staff members in my Lafayette, Louisiana Congressional 
District Office--Penny Frederick and Kristie Broussard.
  On September 11, 2002, Penny and Kristie received the ``Spirit of 
America'' Award from the Diocese of Lafayette, Louisiana. They received 
this award in recognition of their dedicated service to those in need 
in our community.
  As the commendation reads, both Penny and Kristie have ``upheld the 
founding spirit of America, extending a helping hand to those in need 
of new homes and new hope. Migration and Refugee Services extends this 
commendation with warmest regards and deepest appreciation.''
  I applaud their patience and compassion for our constituents in 
Louisiana's 7th Congressional District. Their years of service to our 
community, and their dedication to their jobs is evidenced through this 
award.
  Along with my outstanding team of staffers both in the district and 
in Washington, DC, I commend Penny and Kristie on this achievement.

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