[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 53 (Friday, April 4, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E513]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      IN HONOR OF GLENN DORFMAN'S SERVICE TO HOMETOWN MINNESOTANS

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                         HON. MICHELE BACHMANN

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 3, 2008

  Mrs. BACHMANN. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Mr. Glenn Dorfman, 
who recently retired from the Minnesota Association of REALTORS. Having 
served as the association's Chief Operating Officer for 25 years, his 
genuine dedication, endless passion, tireless work ethic, and 
commitment to his community absolutely embody the finest of America's 
bedrock principles.
  Many would tremble at the thought of being responsible for a 26,000 
member trade association, but those who have worked with Glenn know he 
succeeded beyond all expectations. Glenn's colleagues have 
characterized him as having the unique ability to make complex concepts 
more understandable; and his ability to help and work with others has 
directly contributed to his success.
  Maybe that's why a 1992 Star Tribune article referred to him as ``a 
major player in shaping state tax policy,'' and why in the spring of 
1995, a Star Tribune survey of Minnesota Legislators recognized Glenn 
as one of ``The Top Eight Most Influential Lobbyists'' in Minnesota.
  Although Glenn has achieved so much in this line of work, some of his 
most significant achievements took place earlier in his career. Among 
those accomplishments, Glenn taught literature and mathematics to 7th & 
8th graders in Kentucky, he was a college educator in Duluth, he served 
as Chief Executive Officer of a Catholic Charities Human Services 
Agency in Wisconsin, and he even held elective office.
  Most recently. he was named the recipient of the 2005 21st Century 
Leadership Award from Minnesota Legal Aid. This honor recognized Glenn 
for the countless hours of pro bono work he has done for over 15 years 
to provide legal assistance to the poorest Minnesotans. A native of New 
York, Glenn has had a colorful and wide ranging career.
  Madam Speaker, it is my honor to rise today to celebrate Glenn 
Dorfman's extraordinary and noble career of service. His passion, 
commitment and enthusiasm for his work truly provide inspiration for us 
all. I stand today and join his family, friends, and colleagues in 
wishing him nothing but a fulfilled and blessed retirement.

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