[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 153 (Tuesday, October 28, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2137]
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                        TRIBUTE TO SALLY KANTER

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                           HON. ROBERT WEXLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 28, 2003

  Mr. WEXLER. Mr. Speaker, last month I was truly saddened when I 
learned of the loss of one of South Florida's truly great political 
leaders and activists, a mentor to many including myself and a woman 
who helped shape politics in her community for the past several 
decades, Sally Kanter.
  It is an honor and privilege to have known Sally as a long-time 
friend and as a staunch political activist for more than 15 years. 
There was no one more dedicated than Sally to the struggle of upholding 
democratic ideals of uplifting the less fortunate, providing for a 
quality education for all children, protecting the environment and a 
woman's right to choose and fighting for the rights of Seniors. If 
there was a cause to champion, Sally was the first to join the fight 
and the last to give up no matter what the circumstance.
  It is not an exaggeration to say that a generation of democratic 
political leaders from West Palm Beach to Tallahassee to Washington 
would not be where they are today without Sally's guidance, support and 
political acumen. I can recall numerous times when I sought out Sally's 
advice on difficult issues or during troubling times. Sally was always 
there to provide poignant words of wisdom--her advice was readily 
available, honest and always to the point.
  As the President of the Golden Lakes Democratic Club, Sally was an 
inspiration to the entire community. Small of stature but big of heart, 
Sally was the quintessential leader--leading by example with unrivaled 
passion and resoluteness. I marveled at Sally's tenacity and 
determination to secure everyone from Presidential candidates, 
Governors, Senators and Members of Congress to appear before her club. 
She was fervent in her beliefs, stubborn in her resolve and established 
a remarkable legacy of improving the lives of others. In a day and age 
when people make too many promises, Sally's word was as good as gold--
it was always ``what can I do for you'' and ``when do you need it 
done.''
  To Sally's family, please know I mourn with you in your loss--a loss 
felt throughout South Florida. Today, I wish to remember Sally for her 
dedication to the extraordinary tradition of tikkun olam--betterment of 
the world--through her steadfast commitment to the community at large. 
While she is no longer with us, her life's example forever remains.

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