[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 96 (Friday, July 15, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1498]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING MAC HARRIS OF BEVERLY HILLS, FLORIDA

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                         HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 14, 2005

  Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Mac Harris of Beverly Hills, Florida.
  Mac Harris, a diligent, respected man in our community and at the 
power plant, has relinquished his post as spokesperson for the Crystal 
River nuclear power plant.
  Mr. Harris life-long journey has taken many paths including a writer, 
a professor, and a reporter. Along that journey, he has touched the 
lives of many readers, students, and co-workers. Despite his varying 
role, his honesty and sincerity remained constant.
  Mr. Harris and his wife have chosen to retire in Citrus County, 
Florida, where they remain active members of the civic and cultural 
community. In his retirement, Mr. Harris will continue to impact the 
community through various engagements including writing and directing 
plays for the art league.
  In his capacity as an employee at the power plant, Mr. Harris's 
commitment to communication with the community is outstanding. Mr. 
Harris was readily accessible, day and night, throughout the terrible 
2004 hurricane season when thousands lost power. He goes out of the way 
to answer questions and concerns from residents and will be sorely 
missed.
  Mr. Speaker, honorable men like Mac Harris should be congratulated 
for their service. It is truly a privilege to honor Mac Harris for his 
lifetime of achievement and contribution.

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