[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 189 (Friday, November 30, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1585-E1586]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    CELEBRATING MR. ALPHONSO B. DEAL

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                         HON. ADRIANO ESPAILLAT

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 30, 2018

  Mr. ESPAILLAT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate and commemorate 
Mr. Alphonso B. Deal on the 30th anniversary of his passing, which was 
earlier this year, on July 7th.
  From his lifetime commitment in the Harlem community, Alphonso B. 
Deal will be remembered for his significant efforts to increase access 
and participation for diverse communities. This included organizing a 
house crawl on Saturday afternoons to encourage people to live in 
Harlem all while showcasing the beauty in Harlem's history and 
architecture. He was a staunch believer in expanding opportunities for 
the wider community. To expand access for Latinos, Asians, and African 
Americans to take the New York State Court Officer's examination, Mr. 
Deal also asked the Tribune Society to hold a free test preparation 
course.
  Alphonso B. Deal was a dedicated public servant who served as a New 
York State court officer for decades until he was tragically murdered 
on July 7, 1988--heroically pursuing a ruthless criminal who robbed one 
man at gun point and shot two others.

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  Aside from his work for the New York State Supreme Court, Alphonso B. 
Deal was a lifelong member of the NAACP, an active member of the 
Tribune Society, and a founding member of the New York State Commission 
on Minorities.
  ``E Pluribus Unum'' is our motto in the United States. The Latin term 
which translates to ``Out of many, one'' is center to the values we 
hold dear as a nation. Alphonso B. Deal understood that diversity is 
this country's strength and fought to bring about impactful change in 
his field. We all come from different backgrounds but come together as 
one beautiful American people--regardless of our race or ethnicity.
  It is my pleasure and distinct honor to celebrate the life of Mr. 
Alphonso B. Deal, whose tremendous work left a lasting impact on his 
community.

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