[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 72 (Thursday, May 26, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1107]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    CROSBY MILNE: WINNER OF LABOR'S ``OUTSTANDING DEDICATION AWARD''

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                            HON. BOB FILNER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 26, 2005

  Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, today I acknowledge a great friend of labor, 
Crosby Milne--recognized with the ``Outstanding Dedication Award'' by 
the San Diego-Imperial Counties Labor Council, AFL-CIO.
  Crosby Milne's early upbringing was unfortunately marred by frequent 
moves and arbitrary acts of discrimination. As a result, Crosby became 
fundamentally opposed to any forms of discrimination. He used those 
early childhood experiences as a barometer to make good choices 
throughout life and guide his actions. Crosby served five years in the 
United States Navy, and in those years, he played many roles. He spent 
29 years working his way up to become a top manager. Throughout his 
work he discovered that following a set of values is the best way to 
manage. He has used this concept ever since. In 1974, he began work as 
a management consultant for commercial firms and for dozens of 
nonprofit organizations, including the United Farm Workers and Cesar 
Chavez.
  For the past several years, Crosby has been a volunteer for the San 
Diego-Imperial Counties Labor Council, generously dedicating his time 
and ideas for the betterment of workers throughout San Diego and 
Imperial Counties. He has facilitated various staff retreats and 
meetings as well as sat on various committees. He provides wonderful 
insight and assessments. Crosby was also very instrumental in forming 
the Center on Policy Initiatives. Crosby's opinion is highly revered, 
as he speaks from life experience.
  We congratulate Crosby for receiving this year's ``Outstanding 
Dedication Award'' from the San Diego-lmperial Counties Labor Council.

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