[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 44 (Wednesday, March 19, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E519]
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                         TRIBUTE TO DOUG WINTER

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 19, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
honor veteran Doug Winter of Paonia, Colorado. It is my privilege to 
recognize Doug as he prepares to assume the role of State Commander of 
the Colorado American Legion. Doug believes deeply in our great nation 
and has demonstrated his dedication and commitment to his country 
through his service, endurance, and sacrifice in the United States 
Marine Corps as a battery gunner sergeant. Now, as he prepares to take 
on his new role as State Commander, I would like to honor Doug's 
service before this body of Congress and this nation.
  Since his service in Vietnam, Doug has demonstrated a deep commitment 
to his fellow veterans. Thirteen years ago, Doug joined Paonia Post 97 
of the American Legion. Since then, he has served as adjutant 
commander, commander and first vice commander of Post 97, and as 
District 11 junior and senior vice commander. Doug understands that the 
completion of military service does not mean the end of a serviceman's 
responsibility to his fellow veterans. He reaffirms his commitment to 
his country and his fellow veterans daily, through his work with the 
Colorado American Legion.
  Mr. Speaker, in this time of international uncertainty, our veterans 
provide a firm foundation for our nation. It is an honor to rise today 
and recognize Doug Winter before this body of Congress and this nation 
for his service to this country and dedication to his fellow veterans. 
For the first time in 25 years, the Colorado American Legion will have 
a leader from the Western Slope, and it is my distinct honor to 
represent such a fine American as Doug Winter in this Congress.

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