[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 11 (Wednesday, January 27, 2010)]
[House]
[Page H391]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   THANKS TO THE MINNESOTA RED BULLS

  (Mr. PAULSEN asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. PAULSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to say welcome home to a group 
of Minnesota heroes, the National Guard's 34th Infantry Division, known 
as the Red Bulls. Many of the Red Bulls have begun arriving home from 
their most recent tour of duty in Iraq. These brave Minnesotans have 
played a very crucial role in transitioning security responsibilities 
from American troops to the Iraqi forces, as well as leading more than 
1,000 new reconstruction projects to help the Iraqi people. The 1,200 
soldiers that are now returning home come from more than 275 
communities in Minnesota and represent the American spirit of 
selflessness, sacrifice, and service.
  I had the chance to personally meet with some of the Red Bulls when I 
visited Iraq not too long ago. I was humbled to see their selfless work 
that they accomplish every single day. Today, I'm thrilled to see them 
returning home from Iraq safely to their friends, to their families, 
and to a State that is especially grateful for all that they do.

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