[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 83 (Thursday, June 4, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1317]
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                  A TRIBUTE TO DR. JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN

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                           HON. MIKE McINTYRE

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 4, 2009

  Mr. McINTYRE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a truly 
outstanding North Carolinian, Dr. John Hope Franklin. As we grieve his 
loss, we also celebrate his life and commitment to bettering his world 
as a distinguished scholar, historian, author, professor, and man of 
rare and outstanding character.
  Madam Speaker, during his 94 remarkable years, John Hope Franklin 
worked for equality and understanding, and his immeasurable 
contributions to the world in these capacities shall never fade. We 
will not forget the goodness, humility, and passionate giving that 
defined the life of John Hope Franklin. As we mourn his loss, may God 
continue to bless all of his loved ones, the work he did, and the 
greatness that he inspired within all who knew him.

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