[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 67 (Wednesday, April 25, 2018)]
[Senate]
[Page S2434]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  RECOGNIZING AMERICA'S FINEST FILTERS

 Mr. PAUL. Mr. President, I first visited America's Finest 
Filters in 2015, after hearing about the incredible work this small 
business was doing in serving the members of Louisville's community. 
Founded by Michael White and now run by his daughter TaHondra Johnson, 
America's Finest Filters believes in the power of second chances and 
makes a conscious effort to employ ex-offenders, who currently make up 
over half of their employees.
  What America's Finest Filters understands is that breaking the cycle 
of poverty, incarceration, and addiction can be done through providing 
opportunities for meaningful work and taking responsibility. When I 
visited with their employees, I listened to many stories of those who 
turned their lives around because America's Finest Filters gave them 
the tools to succeed.
  April is also Second Chance Month, which is why I am proud to 
recognize this business for giving second chances to those who so truly 
deserve them. I am also recognizing this business in honor of late 
founder Michael White, who sadly lost his battle with cancer in 2016. 
He set a true example of what it means to be a role model and leader, 
and his philanthropic achievements and impact on the community will 
never be forgotten.

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