[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 201 (Thursday, December 20, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1705-E1706]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   IN HONOR OF MRS. PEARL SEIDMAN FOR HER DEDICATED CAREER OF PUBLIC 
                                SERVICE

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                          HON. EMANUEL CLEAVER

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 20, 2018

  Mr. CLEAVER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and show my 
utmost gratitude to a deeply valued member of my staff, Mrs. Pearl 
Seidman. On Friday, December 21, 2018, Pearl will bid her final 
farewell after a year as my Brookings Legislative Fellow to continue 
her career at the National Security Agency. Since her first day on the 
job in January, Pearl has overseen a legislative portfolio that 
includes: healthcare, energy, environment, natural resources, labor, 
pensions, social security, and postal issues, some of the most critical 
issues facing my constituents. Over the past year, Pearl has dedicated 
her time to serving the people of the Fifth Congressional District of 
Missouri with nothing short of unconditional integrity and drive. Now, 
I would like to take this opportunity to give thanks on behalf of 
myself and the constituents she has served so honorably.
  Pearl was born in Newark, New Jersey, however, she spent the majority 
of her upbringing split between Philadelphia and Baltimore, 
respectively. Following her graduation from high school, Pearl would 
embark on a lifelong commitment to learning and serving others. Pearl 
would go on to receive her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the 
University of Maryland, a Masters in Applied Behavioral

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Science from Johns Hopkins University, a masters in human and 
Organizational Systems from Fielding Graduate University, and a 
Doctorate in Human and Organizational Systems from Fielding Graduate 
University. That passion for knowledge has continued with her time in 
my office, as she regularly attends briefings, seminars, and classes. 
Now you can see why I was so pleased to have her join my staff.
  Professionally, Pearl has spent 37 years working for the National 
Security Agency, doing various jobs for a critical agency in the 
federal government. Born to two Holocaust survivors, Pearl has always 
had a passion for helping others. At the NSA she primarily served in 
roles that pertained to workforce development, working to evolve and 
advance the skills of future leaders of America. Over the year she has 
worked on my staff, I can say I have seen personally her passion and 
talent for developing young minds. The way she has worked with 
congressional interns and junior staffers to not only help them serve 
my congressional district, but to cultivate abilities that will serve 
them down the road has been remarkable to watch.
  Personally, Pearl has spent the past 42 years married to Alan 
Seidman. She has two very fortunate children, Lee and Ross, who are 
impressive men in their own right. Having the curious mind that she 
does, Pearl loves to spend her time traveling, going to museums, trying 
new activities, and, of course, sharing all of her experiences with 
those who ``just need to try it!'' A perfect example of her love for 
expanding her horizon is her decision to move to England, where she 
wound up living for nine years, until home came calling. For the sake 
of myself and my constituents, I'm certainly glad she did return.
  Having known Pearl for a year now, I can say she is one of the most 
kind-hearted, passionate, and curious individuals I have ever had the 
pleasure of having on staff. Her perpetual upbeat attitude and friendly 
nature have been a tremendous asset to the office, and something that 
we will all work to carry on as a legacy to her impact on me and my 
staff. We are sad to see her move on to other endeavors, but so 
thankful for the opportunity to have worked with her for the past year. 
Mr. Speaker, please join me in showing our appreciation for the 
fantastic work Pearl Seidman has provided, not only to the Fifth 
Congressional District of Missouri, but to the nation as a whole.

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