[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 149 (Friday, September 7, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1219]
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                         HONORING SETON GARDNER

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                           HON. PAUL D. RYAN

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 7, 2018

  Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, when I accepted this job, I did 
not fully appreciate all of its institutional and ceremonial 
responsibilities. Today I can say it is one of the best things about 
being Speaker. This is in no small part due to having Seton Gardner as 
our director of special events and protocol. Seton started with Speaker 
Boehner as an intern in 2011, and joined the special events department 
in 2013. If there is a major event in the Capitol--be it a Gold Medal 
Ceremony, a Joint Meeting, or State of the Union--Seton is at the helm. 
She is highly regarded for maintaining our traditions, while making 
everyone from world leaders to everyday citizens feel at home in the 
people's House. No matter the stage, Seton never breaks a sweat. She 
makes what is surely a stressful process go seamlessly. For all of 
this, and for her years of dedicated service, I extend my thanks to 
Seton on behalf of a very grateful institution.

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