[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 27 (Thursday, February 13, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E211]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      IN HONOR OF DANNY H. CAMERON

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 12, 2003

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
Danny H. Cameron, respected businessman, community advocate, dedicated 
family man, and friend and mentor to countless, as he is honored as the 
Black Professional of The Year by the Black Professionals Association 
Charitable Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio.
  Since its inception in 1982, Mr. Cameron has led the National City 
Community Development Center (NCCDC) as its President and Executive 
Director. In this capacity, he has carried out the mission of the NCCDC 
with great focus, vision, and dedication, aimed at uplifting the 
residential and commercial aspects of our Cleveland neighborhoods. 
Under his direction, the National City Community Development Center has 
extended into the communities of six states. The astounding 
achievements of Mr. Cameron and the NCCDC include investments of nearly 
400 million dollars into the construction, renovation and preservation 
of homes in Cleveland and other cities, resulting in 39,000 affordable 
housing units for low and middle-income families and individuals. 
Amazingly, because of the direction of Mr. Cameron, more than ninety 
percent of new housing in Cleveland grew out of NCCDC investments.
  In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mr. Cameron has been 
a deeply committed community volunteer. He has created programs for 
area high school students that encourage learning and growth in the 
areas of computer technology, and has developed funds that provide 
college scholarships to area youth. Mr. Cameron has also committed his 
time, service and expertise on the boards and commissions of many 
worthy civic and community agencies.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor of Mr. Danny H. 
Cameron, as we recognize his significant contribution to our community. 
His work, expertise and dedication have served to improve and unify our 
diverse citizenry. Mr. Cameron's strong leadership abilities, vision, 
and passion for social and economic justice for all have earned him the 
deep admiration and respect of the Cleveland community and communities 
beyond. Mr. Cameron's gift of service to others raises the spirit of 
families, strengthens the unity of inner city streets, and provides a 
window of light and hope in our neighborhoods by illuminating our 
corner of the universe, one family, one house, and one street corner at 
a time.

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