[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 11 (Wednesday, January 27, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E104]
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  IN MEMORY OF MS. DONICE HARBOR, 2010 NAACP HUMANITARIAN OF THE YEAR

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                           HON. BOB ETHERIDGE

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 27, 2010

  Mr. ETHERIDGE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to remember Ms. Donice 
Harbor who will be honored, posthumously, as the North Carolina 
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People's 2010 
Humanitarian of the Year at the 26th Annual Humanitarian Banquet on 
Saturday, January 30, 2010 in Raleigh, North Carolina.
  This is a fitting tribute for an outstanding North Carolinian 
tragically taken from us long before her time. Donice was thoughtful 
and hardworking. She often put the needs of others before her own. 
Though only 36 years old at the time of her passing, Donice's wisdom 
and breadth of knowledge exceeded her years on this earth. For those 
who were blessed to know her, she will always be remembered for her 
leadership, her quiet determination and her ever-present smile.
  A native of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Donice received her 
undergraduate degree in Political Science from Fayetteville State 
University and her Masters degree in Public Administration from North 
Carolina Central University. While in graduate school, Donice began her 
career in public service as a Legislative Intern with state Senator 
Jeanne Lucas, the first African-American woman to serve in the North 
Carolina State Senate.
  In 2001, Donice began working with then Lt. Governor Bev Perdue as 
Director of Public Liaison. In 2009, when Perdue was elected to the 
office of Governor, Donice became the Governor's Director of Faith and 
Citizens Outreach. In addition to being a dependable public servant, 
Donice was also a passionate advocate who was an active member of the 
Wendell-Wake County NAACP, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and a valiant 
supporter of the North Carolina Legislative Black Caucus and its 
Foundation.
  The tragic loss of Donice Harbor reminds us that cancer touches 
nearly every family in North Carolina. The U.S. House recently passed 
my legislation to raise awareness of the importance of early detection 
of cancer. Simply put, early detection saves lives.
  Donice Harbor was an outstanding North Carolinian and very deserving 
of the NAACP's Humanitarian Award. She was a very special friend to 
members of my staff and myself personally, and she will be missed.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring this 
extraordinary public servant.

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