[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 19 (Wednesday, February 15, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E162]
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                IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF DICK GODDARD

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 15, 2006

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
my friend, Dick Goddard, for his life-long activism and advocacy in 
promoting and protecting the welfare of animals, especially humankind's 
best friends, our dogs and cats.
  Mr. Goddard has served as WJW TV8's, FOX8 News, Chief Meteorologist 
for 40 years. His interesting intellectual insights and quick wit 
reflect in every forecast and have endeared him to thousands of daily, 
faithful viewers. For decades, Mr. Goddard has channeled his celebrity 
profile, both, on and off camera, to promote and support programs that 
benefit the animal companions of our community. From neuter and spay 
programs, to featuring dog and cat adoptions twice weekly during the 6 
o'clock news broadcast, Mr. Goddard's unwavering and compassionate 
focus has provided safe and secure homes for hundreds of unwanted pets.
  Mr. Goddard has built strong connections with area animal shelters 
and volunteers his time and talents in raising tens of thousands of 
dollars for more than 60 animal welfare organizations throughout Ohio. 
He regularly attends and promotes animal welfare events and is the 
point person in our community regarding animal-related concerns. Mr. 
Goddard's commitment and compassion is equaled and supported by many 
volunteers, including Patti Fisher and Mary Pennington, who've worked 
behind-the-scenes with Mr. Goddard for nearly 20 years.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of Mr. Dick Goddard, whose personal and professional integrity, affable 
nature, and deep concern for our community lends a voice of protection, 
rescue, warmth and shelter for stray and abandoned dogs and cats 
throughout our region. I also wish my friend a very happy birthday and 
a lifelong forecast of peace, health and happiness, under blue and 
sunny skies.

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