[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 95 (Thursday, June 21, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1104]
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                HONORING THE LIFE OF DR. EDWARD ROBINSON

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                          HON. ROBERT A. BRADY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 21, 2012

  Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
life of Dr. Edward Robinson. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Dr. 
Robinson dedicated his life to the welfare of people in Philadelphia 
and will be sorely missed.
  Dr. Robinson was a true renaissance man as he excelled as an 
attorney, entrepreneur, educator and mentor. His accomplishments are 
not limited to a position as the first African American on the board of 
directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia. Additionally, 
Dr. Robinson served as the Executive Deputy Secretary of Pennsylvania 
and the Assistant Managing Director of Philadelphia.
  Dr. Robinson's most esteemed work were his efforts on behalf of 
Africans and African Americans for minority rights and inclusion. He 
spearheaded the African Genesis Science Curriculum which was adopted in 
schools throughout the Philadelphia School System. Dr. Robinson's 
cultural influence and scholarship will not be forgotten.
  I ask that you and my other distinguished colleagues join me to honor 
the life of Dr. Edward Robinson. He was committed to enriching the 
lives of Philadelphians as a teacher, mentor and activist. Dr. 
Robinson's selfless dedication to others leaves a legacy that will 
continue to uplift and inspire others for years to come.

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