[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 158 (Tuesday, September 25, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1293]
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                       TRIBUTE TO RICHARD L. BARR

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                            HON. TODD ROKITA

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 25, 2018

  Mr. ROKITA. Mr. Speaker, it is a great privilege to rise and pay 
tribute to fellow Hoosier and American patriot Richard L. Barr. For ten 
years, Rick has tirelessly worked to engage, educate, and empower 
fellow citizens to take part in the American political process. He is 
the definition of an American Citizen-Statesman.
  A lifelong Hoosier and Hendricks County resident, Rick is a man of 
deep civic conviction rooted in his love for American history and 
family. He is a dedicated husband, a loving father of 3, and a devoted 
grandfather of 4. It is Rick's love and concern for his children's and 
grandchildren's futures that drives him to volunteer so much of his 
time for the American cause.
  As a founding member and current leader of the Indy Defenders of 
Liberty-West, Rick has utilized his leadership role to educate the 
public so that his fellow citizens are informed citizens. He spends 
hours researching issues and the historical context of those issues to 
invite knowledgeable speakers to the organization's monthly meetings. 
In addition, under Rick's direction, IDOL-West has also served the 
community by hosting several non-partisan candidate forums and many 
public meetings focused on local, state, or federal issues. I can 
personally attest that the relationships Rick cultivated, locally and 
statewide, have been successful in activating citizens. Oftentimes, my 
office has received calls or visits from constituents at Rick's 
suggestion.
  Rick Barr is a good man and a good citizen. He is faithful in his 
belief that America is worth his time promoting limited government 
based on the United States Constitution.
  Today, I am honored to acknowledge Rick Barr for his leadership, 
generosity, and dedication to our community, state, and country. I am 
proud to call him my friend.

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