[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 178 (Friday, November 16, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2458]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING MR. ARAM BASSENIAN

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                           HON. JOHN CAMPBELL

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 15, 2007

  Mr. CAMPBELL of California. Madam Speaker, I rise to congratulate and 
pay tribute to Mr. Aram Bassenian. Mr. Bassenian is a constituent from 
Laguna Beach, CA and is an outstanding citizen who is a shining example 
of the American Dream. He participates in many charitable and civic 
activities, including his active involvement with the Armenian EyeCare 
Project (AECP). The Armenian EyeCare Project, which does magnificent 
humanitarian work in Armenia, has honored Mr. Bassenian with the 2007 
AECP ``Lifetime Humanitarian Award''.
  The Armenian EyeCare Project is a non-profit organization dedicated 
to the elimination of preventable blindness in Armenia. It was 
established in 1992 and sponsors programs in direct patient care; 
medical education and training; public education; and research.
  Madam Speaker, Aram Bassenian is a man with a contagious passion for 
life and helping others. He is proud of his accomplishments, yet humble 
enough to be grateful for what he has. He is an ardent advocate for the 
Armenian community both in the United States and around the world. If 
his plate wasn't full enough already, Aram is one of the top architects 
in the United States.
  I know Mr. Bassenian's wife Terez, daughter Taleene, and son Gregory 
are extremely proud of his accomplishments. He is a true inspiration to 
all Americans. He advises young people to ``Focus, specialize, and do 
not be afraid of hard work. Work creates rhythm in one's life by 
establishing a health routine. For those who pay their dues, the 
opportunities that America provides are limitless.''
  Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Aram Bassenian today as the AECP 
Humanitarian of the Year. Thank you very much.

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