[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 89 (Tuesday, June 5, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1192]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO PHILIP M. KAISER

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                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 5, 2007

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the late 
Philip M. Kaiser, an extraordinary public servant, diplomat, husband, 
father, grandfather, and a friend of mine.
  Mr. Kaiser was born in Brooklyn on July 12th, 1913. He attended the 
University of Wisconsin and was awarded a Rhodes Scholarship to study 
at Oxford University upon graduation.
  Mr. Kaiser first served his country under President Truman as 
Assistant Secretary of Labor. He went on to represent the United States 
as Ambassador to Senegal, Austria, and Hungary under Presidents 
Kennedy, Johnson, and Carter. During this period, Mr. Kaiser became 
well-known for his diplomatic abilities, successfully fostering U.S. 
relations with Hungary and Senegal at a time when communism was on the 
rise across the globe.
  More recently, Mr. Kaiser contributed to the new Democratic majority 
through his support of 4 successful Democratic congressional 
candidates, including myself, in 2006.
  Phil Kaiser was the type of man who held strong convictions and 
followed through on his beliefs. He made the most of any position he 
accepted, and always stayed true to himself and his values. Mr. 
Kaiser's life is a model of patriotism and dedication.
  Phil Kaiser was the patriarch of a beautiful family. He is survived 
by his wife of 67 years, Hannah, his sons Charles, Robert, and David, 
and his 4 grandchildren.
  I am honored to have known such an incredible, dedicated, passionate, 
and patriotic man. His contributions to his country, his love for his 
family, and his spirit will remain an inspiration.

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