[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 128 (Tuesday, November 14, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2015]
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                  IN REMEMBRANCE OF MARGARET MARY LEE

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 14, 2006

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in memory and recognition of 
my good friend Margaret Mary Lee. Her service for the community of 
Cleveland and the Democratic Party represents the very best of the 
hardworking values that are the backbone of America's working class.
  Family, worker's rights, education, and community were central to her 
life. A mother of 11, grandmother of 22, and great-grandmother of 11, 
Margaret was committed to the concept of family and community. Longtime 
supporters and friends of mine, Margaret and her family stood staunchly 
behind the Democratic Party and my candidacy from the beginning. Her 
late husband Eddie was the Secretary General of the Teamster Local 407. 
The Lee family was a pillar of the union movement in Cleveland. Both 
Eddie and Margaret stood up for workers through the Local 407 where 
they graciously gave countless hours of their lives. to organizing and 
bringing together members of the community to empower workers. Her 
endless energy and sharp mind were an indestructible asset to the labor 
community. Margaret had a unique ability to inspire others.
  In addition to the labor movement and worker's rights, Margaret was 
also very concerned with the issue of education. Her volunteer efforts 
for Montessori schools helped perpetuate positive programs for urban 
students. Margaret believed very strongly in her community and 
investing her time and helping not only her children but also those of 
the community by dedicating herself to promoting education. This 
commitment continues even after her death as memorial contributions are 
suggested to be donated to the Ruffing Montessori. Her presence as a 
matriarch of the community will be greatly missed.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honoring the memory and 
recognizing the accomplishments of Margaret Mary Lee as a woman who 
stood for true American values and may her legacy live on in the 
recognition of the good work that she did.

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