[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 141 (Wednesday, September 21, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1675]
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   RECOGNIZING JOHN D. WAGNER ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE TRI-COUNTY 
   REGIONAL LABOR COUNCIL, AMERICAN FEDERATION OF LABOR--CONGRESS OF 
                        INDUSTRIAL ORGANIZATIONS

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                           HON. BETTY SUTTON

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 21, 2011

  Ms. SUTTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge an individual 
who has tirelessly advocated on behalf of working families in my 
Congressional District.
  John D. Wagner is a tenacious leader and has been a voice for workers 
in a career that spans several decades. As Executive Secretary-
Treasurer of the Tri-County Regional Labor Council, John has worked to 
improve the lives of workers and promote the beliefs of organized labor 
so that working class families can have a fair shake. A member in good 
standing with the United Association of Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 
Union #219, John served as the Business Manager and administered the 
business operations and always worked towards for best interests of its 
membership.
  John has never ceased in his efforts to address the issues and 
reality of working Americans. He is a political force who does not 
waver in his belief that each and every American deserves decent, 
affordable health care and a secure retirement after a lifetime of hard 
work. His voice and actions have inspired many, and we are grateful for 
his willingness to stand up for good wages and benefits for the middle 
class.
  Though he is retiring from the Tri-County Regional Labor Council, 
John will continue his service on the Barberton City Council, where he 
is highly regarded for his responsiveness to the concerns of the 
residents in Ward Three. I commend John on his service and I look 
forward to working with him to improve the quality of life for working 
families across Ohio.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the 
dedicated service of Mr. John D. Wagner as he retires from the Tri-
County Regional Labor Council, American Federation of Labor--Congress 
of Industrial Organizations.

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