[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 40 (Thursday, March 18, 2010)]
[Senate]
[Page S1748]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       REMEMBERING ANTHONY BROWN

 Mr. FEINGOLD. Mr. President, today I remember Anthony Brown, a 
Madison activist who served in many important roles, including as 
director of Madison's Equal Opportunities Commission. Sadly, Anthony 
passed away on March 13. His passing is a terrible loss for his family 
and friends, and for the community he loved. Anthony was so dedicated 
to making Madison a better place, and a more just community for 
everyone.
  That showed through in everything he did, including his tenure at 
Madison's Equal Opportunities Commission and his work at the Wisconsin 
Housing and Economic Development Authority. Anthony's service to the 
community was legendary. He served on many boards, and made 
contributions in countless other ways. One of those contributions was 
his mentoring of young people, something he felt there needed to be 
much more of in the community. He also pushed for more opportunities 
for people of color in the news media in Madison, knowing what a 
valuable perspective they would bring to news coverage in the city.
  Again and again, Anthony stood up for justice and equality. He 
enriched this community with his work, and I am very grateful for all 
he did over so many years.
  Anthony had so many wonderful qualities; he was tireless, he was 
persistent, and above all he was an optimist. He was always positive, 
even in the face of very tough challenges, including the challenges he 
faced with his own health. That optimism is one of the many wonderful 
things I will remember him for.
  Today my thoughts are with Anthony's family, and with everyone lucky 
enough to have known him. He will be deeply missed, but his work will 
continue to have a positive impact on Madison and the State of 
Wisconsin for many years to come.

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