[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 61 (Monday, April 28, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E586-E587]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   IN RECOGNITION OF THE ART OF MAGIC

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                           HON. PETE SESSIONS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 28, 2014

  Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of one of my 
constituents, Dal Sanders, National President of The Society of 
American Magicians, to recognize magic as an art.
   The art of magic has been around for centuries and is intended to 
entertain audiences with the staging of tricks and creating seemingly 
impossible illusions. Throughout its history, magic has grown to show 
innovative and creative ways to delight and engage audiences worldwide. 
It takes a great deal of dedication and a strong work ethic to devote 
the practice time necessary to master this art.
   I would specifically like to take this opportunity to recognize the 
world's oldest magic organization, The Society of American Magicians, 
SAM. Since its founding in 1902, The SAM has attempted to elevate and 
advance the art of magic by promoting an environment for magicians 
worldwide to come together and share their passion. The SAM members 
follow in the footsteps of renowned magicians Harry Houdini and Howard 
Thurston, who each served as national president of The SAM, and Harry 
Blackstone, Jr., and David Copperfield, who both have served as The SAM 
ambassadors.
   Mr. Speaker, I ask my esteemed colleagues to join me in recognizing 
the art of magic.

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