[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 39 (Thursday, February 27, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E227-E228]
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                         IN HONOR OF PETER LYDE

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                         HON. BRENDAN F. BOYLE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 27, 2020

  Mr. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, it is an honor 
and privilege to recognize a dedicated public servant who continues to 
make our community proud as a Ward Leader. As public officials, 
entrusted by their peers to oversee elections and party activity, 
Philadelphia Ward Leaders represent a corps of unsung heroes that help 
facilitate the progress that molds our city. I am honored to be joined 
by one of our most distinguished, esteemed Ward Leaders today, and in 
commemoration of Black History Month, ensure that their contributions 
to our city remain enshrined in our historical record for generations 
to recognize.
  Black History Month is more than a mere byline on the month of 
February, it is an opportunity to celebrate and recognize the 
extraordinary contributions that the African American community has 
made, and continues to make, on our nation's history and culture. And I 
can think of no honoree more deserving of this recognition, who 
embodies the selfless commitment to their neighbors and peers, than 
Peter Lyde.
  Peter Lyde, the Ward Leader for the 61st ward, helped shape our 
city's justice department and is a long-tenured labor organizer. In 
this modern age where technology has allowed more and more people to 
access information with ease, Peter has ensured the residents of Ward 
61 can find helpful guidance on their political questions, and 
information on upcoming events, by following their active social media 
accounts. As we look to bring in new participants to the political 
sphere, Peter models the innovation that will expand the electorate and 
allow new voices to take part in our political process. With ward 
cookouts, community gatherings, and seasonal events, he brings politics 
to his constituents, encouraging

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engagement in ways that I admire. I thank Peter.
  Taking after the long lineage of Philadelphians who have helped 
sculpt our democracy into an increasingly inclusive system that 
encourages public participation, Peter Lyde has left his own mark on 
our city. I look forward to years of collaboration so we can create a 
more inclusive, representative democracy throughout our community.

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