[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 151 (Friday, October 5, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2075]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING THE WINGS OVER HOUSTON AIRSHOW

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                              HON. TED POE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 4, 2007

  Mr. POE. Madam Speaker, this week the House passed a resolution 
commending the Wings Over Houston Airshow for its contribution to the 
appreciation and understanding of the United States Armed Forces. I am 
pleased to show my support as a cosponsor of this resolution.
  The Wings Over Houston Airshow has been educating and entertaining 
men, women, and children for the last 23 years. With 50,000-100,000 
visitors each day, the air show is rated as one of the top five events 
of its kind in the county.
  This weekend Wings Over Houston will hold its 23rd annual air show at 
Ellington Field. Spectators will have the opportunity to tour dozens of 
military and civilian aircraft on display at the field, including 
trainer planes, fighter planes, and bombers used in World War II, 
Korea, and Vietnam. In addition, during the two-day event decorated 
war-heroes, flying aces, and veterans will be on site inspiring the 
youth of our country with their war stories of bravery and heroism.
  In my former life, as a Houston, Texas felony court judge, I ordered 
probationers to do litter patrol after the air show. Cleaning up the 
airfields and infield was part of their community service.
  I believe in the sense of patriotism that Wings Over Houston creates 
for our communities. I believe in the way it honors our veterans who 
have served this country faithfully and wish them the best this weekend 
as they celebrate 23 years of educating Americans on the history of the 
United States Armed Forces.
  And that's just the way it is.

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