[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 124 (Thursday, September 26, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1670]
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          IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF CONGRESSMAN DON J. PEASE

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 25, 2002

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and remembrance of 
Congressman Don Pease—civil leader, newspaperman, and 
professor—and most importantly—beloved family man, and 
friend and mentor to many.
  As the long-time representative of District 13, Congressman Pease's 
dedication to public service was characterized by integrity, hard work, 
creativity and kindness. His life-long commitment to progressive ideals 
and civic involvement began in his own community in the sixties, when 
he served two terms as a Councilman in the city of Oberlin. Shortly 
thereafter, Congressman Pease was elected to the Ohio State Senate, 
where he served until he was elected to represent the residents of 
Ohio's District 13 as a United States Congressman. From 1976 to 1992, 
Congressman Pease worked toward the betterment of his constituents with 
determination, unwavering principles, and courage to take on 
controversial issues.
  Congressman Pease was a gentleman and a scholar. His expertise and 
talent in the areas of writing, editing and managing a newspaper was 
clearly evident throughout his many years as writer and editor of the 
Oberlin News Tribune During that time, Congressman Pease garnered 
several editing and newspaper awards. Later, Congressman Pease brought 
his experience and knowledge to Oberlin College, in the position of 
Visiting Distinguished Professor of Politics.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor and remembrance 
of Congressman Don J. Pease—a truly outstanding individual, 
public servant, and above all— beloved husband, father, and 
friend. I extend my deepest condolences to his wife Jeanne and daughter 
Jennifer, and also to his extended family and friends.

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