[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 20 (Wednesday, February 9, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E185]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING JUSTICE ROBERT BENHAM

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                  HON. HENRY C. ``HANK'' JOHNSON, JR.

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 9, 2011

  Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I submit the following.
  Whereas, Justice Robert Benham, a tenacious man from Cartersville, 
Georgia utilizes his gifts, talents and wisdom everyday to insure that 
justice prevails for the citizens of the state of Georgia; and
  Whereas, Justice Benham is a world renowned judicial leader, husband, 
father and community leader; and
  Whereas, Justice Benham is the first African American to serve on the 
Georgia Supreme Court, and
  Whereas he is a man of honor and a strong advocate of justice, 
education and family; and
  Whereas, this wise elder and man of God has shared his time and 
talents for the betterment of his community and his nation and through 
his tireless works, words of encouragement and inspiration continues to 
be a beacon of light to all who know him; and
  Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Fourth District of Georgia 
has set aside this day to honor and recognize Justice Robert Benham for 
his outstanding leadership and service to all citizens in the state of 
Georgia, including and especially the citizens of our district;
  Now Therefore, I, Henry. C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr. do hereby proclaim 
February 5, 2011, as Justice Robert Benham Day in the 4th Congressional 
District.
  Proclaimed, This 5th day of February, 2011.

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