[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 127 (Wednesday, October 2, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Page S9842]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO CHARLIE MYRICK

 Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I rise to pay tribute to Mr. Charlie 
Myrick and his over 25 years of service to children across this 
country. Over the years, Charlie Myrick has performed magic tricks in 
schools across the nation and has spoken to over 6 million school 
children. Resisting drugs and gang pressures as well as the importance 
of leadership and studying diligently in school are a few of the points 
Charlie emphasizes in his program. He inspires and motivates children 
to pursue their dreams while challenging parents to support and 
encourage their children in this pursuit. Charlie has been beaten and 
held at knife point by disgruntled students but his dedication to 
children has not wavered. Many children claim Charlie's encouragement 
and motivation changed their life. One child stated, Charlie motivated 
him to persistently strive to achieve his dreams. I commend Charlie for 
his years of service to children in need.

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