[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 40 (Wednesday, March 16, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E498]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING MS. BRIDGETTE DIXON THURMAN

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

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 16, 2011

  Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I submit the following 
Proclamation:
  Whereas, in the Fourth Congressional District of Georgia, there are 
many individuals who are called to contribute to the needs of our 
community through leadership and service; and
  Whereas, Ms. Bridgette Dixon Thurman has given of herself as an 
educator of Dunaire Elementary, a daughter, a mother and friend; and
  Whereas, Ms. Thurman has been chosen as this year's Teacher of the 
Year, representing Dunaire Elementary school; and
  Whereas, this phenomenal woman has shared her time and talents for 
the betterment of our community and our Nation through her tireless 
works, motivational speeches and words of wisdom; and
  Whereas, Ms. Thurman is a virtuous woman, a courageous woman and a 
fearless leader who has shared with the world her vision and passion to 
help ensure that our future, our children, receive an education that is 
relevant for today, but also for the future; and
  Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Fourth District of Georgia 
has set aside this day to honor and recognize Ms. Bridgette Dixon 
Thurman for her leadership and service for our District;
  Now Therefore, I, Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr. do hereby proclaim 
March 23, 2011 as Ms. Bridgette Dixon Thurman Day in the 4th 
Congressional District. Proclaimed, this 23rd day of March, 2011.

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