[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 101 (Wednesday, June 18, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1263]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING MR. PARK M. STRADER

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                        HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR.

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 18, 2008

  Mr. DUNCAN. Madam Speaker, I wish to honor a close friend and 
exemplary public servant who has brought distinction to the State of 
Tennessee.
  I have known Park M. Strader for many years, and he is someone I hold 
in the highest regard. In fact, Parkey (as he is known to his friends) 
was an intern for my father when he was a Member of Congress. Since 
then, Representative Strader has built an illustrious career in public 
service, devoting his life to making Tennessee a better place.
  During his two terms as a Representative to the Tennessee General 
Assembly, Representative Strader worked tirelessly for his 
constituents. No problem was too small for his attention, nor did he 
hesitate to tackle the big issues of the day.
  As a member of the House Commerce and State and Local Government 
Committees and the House Local Government, State Government, and 
Industrial Impact Subcommittees, Representative Strader was a major 
factor in the rapidly expanding economy of East Tennessee. His 
intellect and dedication earned him a reputation as one of the most 
respected, knowledgeable public servants in Tennessee.
  Representative Strader's public service spans many decades and has 
earned him many awards. Prior to his service in the Tennessee State 
House, Representative Strader served seven terms--28 years--as Knox 
County's Property Assessor.
  During that time, he was one of the most important contributors to 
helping keep Knox County taxes low and help keep Knox County government 
running economically and efficiently.
  With a history of service and dedication to Tennessee, I know 
Representative Strader will continue to work for the public good even 
in retirement.
  Madam Speaker, in closing, I urge my colleagues and other readers of 
the Record to join me in congratulating State Representative Park M. 
Strader on his commendable service to the people of East Tennessee. I 
am proud to call him my friend and wish him well on whatever new 
endeavors await him.

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