[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 142 (Thursday, September 22, 2011)]
[House]
[Page H6356]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        WE LOVE OUR CARRIE MEEK

  (Ms. LEE of California asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute.)
  Ms. LEE of California. I want to thank Congresswoman Wilson for 
bringing us together today to honor a truly exceptional public servant 
and friend, Congresswoman Carrie Meek.
  Carrie Meek's record of accomplishments is truly too long to list, 
but her unique commitment to fighting for our most vulnerable 
communities is unmatched. Of course, there is no bigger supporter and 
protector of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security than Congresswoman 
Meek, who was a member of the Appropriations Committee; and she 
actually counseled me to seek a slot on that committee.
  So, today, we say thank you for fighting the good fight, and we 
applaud all of your service and your work, Carrie. Now, in this new 
chapter of your life, our young people continue to benefit from your 
wisdom through your foundation, which really deserves all of our 
support.
  Carrie was a friend of my mentor's, our beloved Shirley Chisholm. I 
miss sharing our memories of Shirley Chisholm, and I also remember so 
much wise counsel that Carrie gave to me. I remember her sound guidance 
and also her principled stance. Today, I join in celebrating the many 
ways in which her work and her spirit have contributed to the success 
and well-being of countless, countless people throughout south Florida, 
our country, and our world.
  I miss you, Carrie. I miss you especially during this Congressional 
Black Caucus ALC weekend. I miss your congressional classrooms. We love 
you. Thank you so much for your leadership. Believe you me, all of us 
are better people as a result of your being here for so long and for 
your continuing to fight the good fight for our seniors and for our 
children.

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