[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 162 (Monday, November 14, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1438]
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                   CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF TOM HAYDEN

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                             HON. TED LIEU

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 14, 2016

  Mr. TED LIEU of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 
the life of Thomas Emmet Hayden--husband, father, and public servant--
who passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2016.
  Born in Royal Oak, Michigan, Tom attended the University of Michigan 
in Ann Arbor. He served as the editor in chief of the campus newspaper 
and found a true passion for the Civil Rights Movement. From this 
critical juncture, Tom began his journey of public service and ensured 
he would be a voice to the voiceless.
  Through these early formative years, Tom became an inspirational and 
resolute leader, critic, and organizer whose legacy was borne during a 
time of political and social upheaval. He was politically active during 
the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights Movement, giving voice to a 
generation that yearned for peace and racial justice.
  Tom's dedication to public service continued in the California State 
Assembly from 1982-1992 and State Senate from 1992-2000. Whether it was 
divestment from apartheid South Africa or support for solar power, Tom 
proved to be an amazing political force and spoke truth to power.
  Tom is survived by his wife, Barbara Williams, sister, three 
children, and two grandchildren. His family has much to be proud of 
given his critical legacy, and he will surely be missed. I ask that my 
colleagues join me in recognizing Tom Hayden's exceptional life.

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