[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 123 (Friday, August 1, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1322]
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                 COMMENDING THE HONORABLE DAVID R. OBEY

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                            HON. MARK POCAN

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 1, 2014

  Mr. POCAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Wisconsin 
Institute for Public Policy and Service, at the University of 
Wisconsin--Marathon, on the opening of their newest facility named 
after one our state's most dedicated public servants, former 
Congressman Dave Obey.
  The David R. Obey Civic Resource Center will provide opportunities to 
educate and encourage young people to become active participants in a 
healthy democratic society.
  Many lessons can be learned from Dave Obey's leadership and service 
in this House.
  While, Dave Obey remains a fierce champion of progressive causes, the 
Obey Center will embody his bipartisan approach and will encourage our 
citizens to explore the facts and ideas on both sides of any debate.
  Dave's impact is still felt within the Wisconsin delegation today as 
we continue his tradition of working together, regardless of party, to 
serve the citizens of our state.
  I applaud the opening of the Obey Center--a place that will ensure 
future generations of Wisconsinites become the leaders we need.

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