[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 5 (Thursday, January 9, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H70]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





  STANDING IN FIRM SUPPORT OF PRESIDENT TRUMP ON HIS ACTIONS AGAINST 
                               TERRORISTS

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Indiana (Mr. Pence) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to stand in firm support of 
President Trump's leadership in his decisive actions against evil 
terrorists.
  America and the world are safer without Qasem Soleimani. Not only is 
America safer, it is more prosperous than ever before and now energy 
independent.
  The Iranian regime would be wise to not further test this President's 
mettle and the overwhelming capabilities of the greatest fighting force 
the world has ever known: our U.S. military.


                Honoring the Life of General Paul Kelley

  Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of General 
P.X. Kelley. General Kelley was the embodiment of the Marine Corps. His 
distinguished record inspired me, the marines with whom I served, and 
will continue to inspire marines for generations to come.
  In Vietnam, General Kelley earned the Silver Star, the Legion of 
Merit with Valor, and two Bronze Stars with Valor.
  As commandant, he led the Corps during the dark days following the 
1983 Iran-backed bombing of the Marine Corps barracks in Beirut. 
General Kelley's leadership inspired every marine to hold true to the 
values of the Corps. I am terribly saddened by the passing of General 
Kelley, but I will be forever grateful of serving under his command.
  Semper fi.


  Congratulating Gatorade Indiana Football Player of the Year Charlie 
                                 Spegal

  Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate an exemplary student-
athlete, Charlie Spegal.
  Charlie was recently named the Gatorade Indiana Football Player of 
the Year. He has had an outstanding football career, holding the all-
time State career record in rushing yards, rushing touchdowns, and 
career touchdowns.
  Finishing with 10,867 career rushing yards and 175 touchdowns, he did 
this while maintaining above a 3.5 GPA. Charlie has been a role model 
for student athletes everywhere.
  I congratulate Charlie on his wonderful career throughout high school 
and wish him the best of luck in college.


   Remembering the Life of American Hero Charles ``Red'' Whittington

  Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker I rise today to remember the life of American 
Hero Charles ``Red'' Whittington.
  Red served in France during World War II as a member of the 377th 
Infantry Regiment and the 95th Infantry Division.
  His regiment was given the nickname ``Iron Men of Metz'' for their 
fierce liberation in defense of the town of Metz from German 
counterattacks.
  Whittington was the recipient of a Bronze Star, two Purple Hearts, 
the Combat Infantryman Badge, the European Theater of Operations 
Campaign Medal with two battle stars, a Good Conduct medal and the 
Victory Medal.
  I give my deepest condolences to the Whittington family and hope they 
find comfort in knowing that Charles ``Red'' Whittington was a true 
American hero.


  Congratulating South Dearborn High School on Reimplementing FFA Ag 
                                Program

  Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate South Dearborn High 
School for reimplementing their FFA Ag program. FFA educates students 
on agricultural success, as well as providing hands-on career training 
experience.
  After a 30-year absence, students and future farmers at South 
Dearborn will again be able to gain the knowledge and experience they 
need to succeed in the agriculture industry.
  Congratulations to South Dearborn FFA, and I look forward to seeing 
your chapter grow.

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