[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 86 (Thursday, May 24, 2018)]
[House]
[Pages H4723-H4724]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING GORDON ``BATMAN'' VARNEDOE

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Gordon 
``Batman'' Varnedoe's 80th birthday, which he celebrated on May 19. Mr. 
Varnedoe is a staple of Savannah, who lives to put a smile on 
everyone's face and is never afraid to try something new.
  Known to locals as Batman, he is often seen in parades wearing his 
cape and mask, but he earned the nickname in high school for his 
passionate belief in truth, justice, and an American moment.
  Mr. Varnedoe breaks out of his cape and into 18th century English 
attire as General James Oglethorpe, Savannah's founder, to welcome 
visitors to this historic city. His latest projects include substitute 
teaching at various schools and officiating weddings in his General 
Oglethorpe persona.
  He sets records in international weightlifting competitions at 73 
years old. He is likely the oldest rugby player in Georgia, and he has 
founded numerous organizations to help sports thrive.

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  Everyone can learn from Batman's enthusiasm for life and his ability 
to make the world a more colorful place.
  Happy birthday, my friend.

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