[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 81 (Monday, May 23, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E761]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  COMMEMORATING TERENCE J. O'SULLIVAN

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                               of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 23, 2016

  Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and remember an 
extraordinary advocate for workers of all kinds, Mr. Terence J. 
O'Sullivan.
  Terence dedicated his life to advocating on behalf of workers and, 
more important, negotiating collective bargaining agreements that 
helped workers earn pay to support their families, good benefits, and 
the opportunity for advancement and better lives. He was the General 
Secretary-Treasurer of the Laborers International Union of North 
America (LIUNA), one of the most diverse and effective unions 
representing public service employees.
  Terence dedicated his life to fighting for workers' rights and for 
social and economic justice. He chose this path because of the strong 
working tradition that grew out of his Irish heritage and a dedication 
to assisting those in need, which he found as a man of deep faith. 
Following in his stead, his son Terry continues as the General 
President of LIUNA, continuing his father's strong leadership tradition 
and example for the American labor movement.
  Terence was a positive force in the lives of thousands, if not 
millions, of workers across the nation through his advocacy and the 
positive changes he supported. Terence recently passed away in the 11th 
District of Virginia in what would have been his 86th year. Although he 
will be greatly missed, his legacy will endure through those he 
touched, those he helped, and the societal changes he championed.

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