[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 166 (Wednesday, December 15, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2148]
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                   IN HONOR AND MEMORY OF JOHN LENNON

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 15, 2010

  Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of John Lennon, a 
musician, songwriter, entertainer, international icon, and father, who 
will be remembered as one quarter of The Beatles--on the 30th 
Anniversary of his death. His contributions as a songwriter, musician, 
and artist span every facet of the musical industry and his work is 
beloved around the world.
  John Lennon was born on December 9, 1940 in Liverpool, England and 
was killed on December 8, 1980 outside of his apartment in New York 
City. During his lifetime, John was passionate about making the world a 
better, safer place. He had strong convictions that war was always 
wrong and that peace was achievable. The ideals he held still resonate 
today. His music, whether produced alone, with the Beatles, or with 
Yoko Ono continues to be played on the radio.
  John Lennon was a passionate man whom millions of people have come to 
admire. His death still weighs deeply in the hearts of millions of 
those who loved his music. He has been the recipient of many awards and 
honors, including an appointment as a Member of the Order of the 
British Empire (MBE) with the other Beatles in 1965. Numerous albums 
that he had a hand in crafting have been listed on Billboard charts. 
They have helped put him on lists of the greatest musicians and 
songwriters of all time. John Lennon was posthumously inducted to the 
Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1987 and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 
1994.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in honor and recognition of John 
Lennon. Mr. Lennon's brilliant artistry, unwavering activism and spirit 
continue to lighten hearts and enlighten minds by bringing enjoyment 
and hope to millions. His influence spans continents and generations. 
Thirty years after his death, his fans are still grieving. John Lennon 
and his legacy have made and continues to make our Nation and our world 
a better place.

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