[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 72 (Tuesday, May 21, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E708]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING MR. CHARLIE HORHN FOR 20 YEARS OF INVALUABLE SERVICE 
         RENDERED TO THE UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 21, 2013

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today recognizing 
one of America's most dedicated public servants and one of 
Mississippi's strongest advocates; my friend and Director of Field 
Operations, Mr. Charlie Horhn. After 20 years of public service, 
Charlie is retiring from the United States House of Representatives.
  A native son of Holmes County, Mississippi, born July 9, 1934, 
Charlie is the sixth of 10 children born from the union of Mr. Tommie & 
Mrs. Emma Lee Horhn. Charlie, like others who grew up during one of the 
most trying times in American history--the Great Depression, 
understands the value of hard work and dedication. His professional 
experiences can be cataloged from days chopping cotton to rendering 
years of invaluable service to the United States House of 
Representatives.
  After marrying his childhood sweetheart, the late Mrs. Willistene 
Levy, Charlie began work as a metal polisher at Presto Manufacturing 
Company. There his natural knack for leadership quickly catapulted him 
to the office of local union president. Thereafter, he soon became an 
expert in union arbitration and negotiations and assumed an active role 
in voter registration activities being sponsored by the A. Phillip 
Randolph Institute.
  Upon establishment, the well-versed, political savvy, Charlie Horhn 
became President of the Central Mississippi chapter of the A. Phillip 
Randolph Institute and later journeyed to become President on the State 
Chapter. These opportunities ultimately gained him acclaim as a staunch 
politico throughout the State.
  In 1990, Charlie was selected to serve as Assistant to the President 
of the Mississippi AFL-CIO, giving him leverage in improving employee 
and labor relations. His work impacted legislation and helped drive 
membership in the organization.
  After an extensive stint in labor advocacy, Charlie became manager of 
my first congressional campaign for Mississippi's Second District seat 
during the special election in 1993. After successfully helping me 
attain office, Charlie was immediately appointed as Director of Field 
Offices. His leadership has helped countless Mississippi residents in 
attaining needed assistance.
  Charlie was a loving husband and is the devoted father of five. His 
pathway to success can be largely attributed to his steadfast devotion 
to and compassion for the people of the State of Mississippi.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and our colleagues join me in honoring 
Mr. Charlie Horhn on 20 years of invaluable service to the United 
States Congress.

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