[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 145 (Friday, November 4, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2280]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING THE CHICAGO WHITE SOX ON WINNING THE 2005 WORLD SERIES

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                               speech of

                          HON. MELISSA L. BEAN

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 2, 2005

  Ms. BEAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 2005 World 
Champion Chicago White Sox. Chicagoans--particularly those on the South 
Side--have been waiting 88 years for this historic win. Today, I am 
proud to join my colleagues in the Illinois delegation, our 
constituents across the State and White Sox fans across the country to 
celebrate the team's long-awaited victory.
  Led by manager Ozzie Guillen, the 2005 White Sox finished the regular 
season with 99 wins and 63 losses--the best record in the American 
League. After the regular season, the White Sox went on to sweep last 
year's champions the Boston Red Sox and then marched past the Los 
Angeles Angels.
  Facing off against the Houston Astros in the World Series, it was 
immediately evident that this could be our year. Throughout the series, 
we all sat on the edge of our seats witnessing great baseball between 
two formidable opponents, ultimately resulting in the White Sox 
sweeping the series and finishing the playoffs 11 and 1.
  This year's team proved that hard work, dedication, and the desire to 
win can prevail against all odds. I want to again congratulate the 
players and management as well as the fans of the Chicago White Sox. 
The 2005 World Championship may have been long in the waiting, but 
don't expect us to wait another 88 years for the next one.

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