[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 164 (Wednesday, November 12, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2291]
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                       TRIBUTE TO EDWARD J. DRAKE

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                           HON. PETE SESSIONS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 12, 2003

  Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Edward J. Drake, 
a son of Dallas, Texas, and a good servant to his family, his faith, 
and his community.
  In the Bible, Timothy describes charity as, ``out of a pure heart, 
and of a good conscience, and of faith unfeigned.'' Over the years, Ed 
Drake has served those around him, not only with charity, but also with 
dedication and humility. The breadth of his service to the Dallas 
community and to our Nation is wide, and includes activities such as 
representing human health needs, developing positive environments for 
business, and fighting for the democracy that he cherishes.
  Through his leadership in organizations such as the National Easter 
Seal Society, the American Cancer Society, and the Science Place, Ed 
Drake has helped our Nation address critical health needs. In his 
professional life, his integrity and loyalty have carried him to the 
top of the Dallas business community and earned him honors such as his 
appointment as Commissioner of the Texas Advisory Commission on 
Intergovernmental Relations, among many others. Finally, Mr. Drake's 
love of democracy and work defending freedom as a B-17 pilot in World 
War II has made him an example for future generations of citizens.
  This noble leader of the Dallas community personifies service to his 
country through the light of charity. As steadfast a patriot and 
compassionate a humanitarian as I have ever known, Ed Drake shines to 
those in his community as he does to his wife Donda and their family. I 
am proud to be his Representative in Congress.

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