[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 126 (Thursday, July 28, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E798]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING HARRY BAUMGARTEN AND DEEPIKA MURALA

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                         HON. YVETTE D. CLARKE

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 28, 2022

  Ms. CLARKE of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize and 
congratulate Mr. Harry William Baumgarten and Dr. Deepika Kennedy 
Murala on their wedding on June 10, 2022. This special day is worthy of 
recognition and commendation.
  A former voting rights litigator, Mr. Baumgarten spent three years 
working in my office, where he served as an advisor on foreign policy, 
judiciary, as well as a plethora of other matters. Serving in roles as 
Legislative Counsel and Legislative Director, Mr. Baumgarten showed 
great skill in leading our team to best serve the interests of the 
people in New York's Ninth Congressional District. His dedication to 
serving this country is worthy of praise, and our team is exceptionally 
grateful for his work and contributions.
  Dr. Deepika Murala is a pediatric critical care doctor from Southern 
India. She has been committed to providing health care to underserved 
communities, both in India and the United States. She has shown great 
dedication to this cause, and continues to work tirelessly supporting 
this effort. Her current contributions help fill a critical doctor 
shortage in Lewes, Delaware.
  Dr. Murala and Mr. Baumgarten met on June 14, 2020, while living in 
Philadelphia. They share a mutual love for traveling and cooking, and 
serve as an example of the character, capability and professionalism 
that serves our Nation well. Mr. Baumgarten proposed in front of 
Independence Hall in December of 2021. Independence Hall serves as the 
founding site of this country and additionally, the founding site of 
their marriage.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Deepika and 
Harry. I join with the couple's family and friends in extending my best 
wishes to them and celebrating this wonderful milestone. I wish them 
happiness and blessings in the years to come.

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