[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 104 (Wednesday, July 13, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1310-E1311]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           RECOGNIZING ALEXANDER HORNADAY OF SPRINGFIELD, VA

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 13, 2011

  Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Alexander 
Hornaday, a 2011 People to People World Leadership Forum participant. 
Alexander has been identified by his educators for his academic 
excellence, leadership potential and exemplary citizenship to 
participate in the People to People World Leadership Forum in 
Washington, D.C.
  This leadership forum allows students to participate in daily 
educational activities in

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Washington, D.C., as well as the surrounding areas. The program allows 
participants to make friends with young leaders from all over the world 
with a focus on leadership development. At the end of the program, 
participants receive a certificate of completion.
  Alexander is a student at West Springfield High school in 
Springfield, Virginia. He has been active in his school and community 
on issues regarding agriculture and environment. It is inspiring to see 
young people who are interested in educational and developmental 
experiences such as these.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing this 
remarkable achievement by Alexander Hornaday and wishing him continued 
success in his further pursuits.

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