[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 21 (Thursday, February 10, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E195]
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                  HONORING POLICE OFFICER DAVID MOORE

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 10, 2011

  Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, the hearts of Indianapolis 
residents are hurting right now because we have lost one of our true 
heroes in public safety. Police Officer David Moore passed away on 
January 26 after being shot on duty protecting the people of 
Indianapolis. Officer Moore answered his community's call to service 
when he joined the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department in 2004. 
Now. Officer Moore is moving on to a higher calling, as difficult as it 
may be for all of us to see him go.
  There's no doubt Officer Moore knew the dangers of police work, as 
both of his parents were part of the IMPD family. But like so many who 
wear the badge in communities across our nation, David Moore took an 
oath to serve and protect others. To run to danger--not away from it. 
Officer Moore did just that, and our community is better and safer 
because of his service and sacrifice.
  In honor of Officer Moore, let us never forget the daily sacrifices 
our law enforcement officers make in order to protect our families and 
neighborhoods. I ask my colleagues in Congress to pay respect to 
Officer Moore by going back to their districts and thanking their local 
law enforcement officers for the work they do and the daily dangers 
they place themselves in to protect us all.
  I also ask the American people to join the city of Indianapolis in 
mourning the loss of this hero. Let us continue to keep Officer Moore's 
family and the entire law enforcement community in our thoughts and 
prayers.

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