[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 189 (Tuesday, December 11, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2542]
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                    IN RECOGNITION OF KATE WHITACRE

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                          HON. BRAD ELLSWORTH

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 11, 2007

  Mr. ELLSWORTH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
outstanding achievements of Cadet Kate Whitacre from Boonville, IN. 
Kate recently received the Carl A. Spaatz Award--the highest honor 
bestowed upon members of the Civil Air Patrol.
  The award is based on a demonstrated excellence in leadership, 
character, fitness and aerospace education. And Kate's receipt of this 
prestigious award is a testament not only to her abilities in these 
areas but also to her commitment to our community.
  As a member of the Civil Air Patrol, she is volunteering to risk her 
own life to make others safer, and she understands that there is no 
higher calling than service to others.
  I congratulate Kate Whitacre on her tremendous accomplishment. She is 
a leader among many and an inspiration to us all.

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