[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 47 (Wednesday, March 11, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H1649]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                RECOGNIZING ACHIEVEMENTS OF HAROLD AGNEW

  (Mr. BURCHETT asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. BURCHETT. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize the achievements of 
Harold Agnew, from Knoxville, Tennessee.
  At 91 years young, Harold continues to be active in our community 
through his job as a barber and a gospel musician.
  Harold was raised on a farm in South Carolina but came to call 
Knoxville home in his adult years. For 61 years, Harold has been a 
barber and still works 6 days a week at Gam's Barbershop in 
Mechanicsville.
  Anyone who has had their hair cut by Harold will notice something 
unique about him. He is a gifted singer who sings gospel tunes as he 
works. He is a member of the group known as Brother Agnew and the Angel 
Voices, which released their latest album called ``Serving the Lord'' 
in November 2019.
  At 91 years old, Harold has a cheerful personality and optimistic 
attitude. He continues to live his life to the fullest, with no 
intention of taking a step back from his day job.
  One of the lyrics from his recent songs is, ``but sometimes a nobody 
is your somebody.'' Harold believes everyone matters, regardless of who 
you are. That is a message we can all believe in.
  Congratulations, Harold, on all your success. Keep being an 
outstanding member of our great community.

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