[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 63 (Thursday, April 19, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E790]
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                   TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM CLAY FORD, JR.

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                          HON. SANDER M. LEVIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 19, 2007

  Mr. LEVIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to congratulate William Clay Ford, 
Jr., on being a recipient of the Jewish Community Center of 
Metropolitan Detroit's ``City of Detroit'' Boneh Kehillah Award. Mr. 
Ford displays an unwavering devotion, as a business and community 
leader, to the people and the company that help define Detroit as the 
Motor City. It is my privilege to acknowledge Mr. Ford for his 
exemplary commitment to the growth of 21st century innovation and 
ushering in a renewed sense of community and pride to the citizens of 
Metro Detroit.
  Among the many titles Mr. Ford has held throughout his career with 
Ford Motor Company, he is most notably recognized for serving as the 
President and CEO of Ford Motor Company and for his continuing role as 
executive chairman of the board of directors. Mr. Ford is a proven 
leader in the automotive industry and a conscientious environmentalist, 
a combination that allows him to promote technology that improves our 
lives while investing in Michigan's economic future and preserving our 
planet.
  Mr. Ford displays a commitment to the spread of ideas and 
humanitarianism that reach far beyond the walls of the boardroom. He 
humbly utilizes his resources to give back to the community and takes 
an active role in organizations that promote regional economic 
revitalization such as Detroit Renaissance and the Detroit Economic 
Club. Mr. Ford inherited a name that is easily identified with Detroit, 
but it is his actions and personal convictions that ultimately define 
him as a spirited leader in our community.
  I am honored to express my gratitude and admiration to Mr. Ford. He 
truly exemplifies ``Boneh Kehillah'' through his on-going efforts to 
foster a bold plan for the future of Metro Detroit and its workers.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Mr. Ford 
on this momentous occasion. May he know of our admiration and warmest 
wishes for continued success.

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