[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 44 (Friday, March 14, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E430]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        A PROCLAMATION HONORING THE LIFE OF HOWARD M. METZENBAUM

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                         HON. ZACHARY T. SPACE

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 14, 2008

  Mr. SPACE. Madam Speaker, Howard M. Metzenbaum leaves behind a legacy 
of commitment. His 19 years of service in the United States Senate 
demonstrates his commitment to the people of Ohio and to the legacy of 
democracy. He was not simply a legislator, but a statesman.
  From a simple beginning to a self-made millionaire, Howard Metzenbaum 
knew the value of hard work and applied that knowledge to his political 
career. His character and determination drove him to succeed first in 
business and then in politics. He championed the working man and 
ensured government truly represented the people. His diligence ensured 
that the government was managed fairly and frugally. His determination 
saw through countless bills that have improved the lives of the public. 
It is through these traits that Howard Metzenbaum represented the best 
of a statesman and the best of Ohio.
  Through his 90 years, Howard Metzenbaum lived a full life. His wife 
and four daughters remember a wonderful man and a loving father. I, 
along with the people of the 18th District of Ohio, also remember a 
true legislator and an effective statesman. It is in this spirit, that 
along with his friends, family and residents of the 18th Congressional 
District of Ohio, that we recognize in memorial, the wonderful 
contributions that Howard M. Metzenbaum has given to his State and his 
country.

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