[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 149 (Thursday, September 14, 2023)]
[Senate]
[Page S4520]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                        TRIBUTE TO GRACE POTTER

  Mr. WELCH. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize Grace Potter, a 
talented singer-songwriter who was born and raised in Fayston, VT. She 
is a Grammy-nominated artist and has been described by Spin Magazine as 
``one of the greatest living voices in rock today.'' As her career as a 
musician has reached remarkable heights, she has continued to be a 
beacon of hope for her community back home in Vermont.
  Music and the arts bring people together and foster healing through 
difficult times. Ms. Potter has always used her musical talent to build 
community, which is what Vermonters do best. She has consistently 
uplifted young musicians and worked to create opportunities for the 
arts to flourish in Vermont. These efforts are critical to 
strengthening both local economies and the social fabric of our great 
State.
  Ms. Potter has also spent her career bringing attention to causes 
that she is passionate about, including promoting fair trade labeling 
and supporting local farmers. At the height of the pandemic, Ms. Potter 
hosted a virtual benefit concert with proceeds going to Shift Meals, an 
organization which delivers locally grown food to food-insecure 
households throughout the State.
  After Hurricane Irene devastated Vermont communities in 2011, Ms. 
Potter performed benefit concerts to support flood relief efforts. 
Catastrophic flooding again hit Vermont this past July and August, 
destroying downtowns, damaging businesses, and forcing Vermonters to 
evacuate their homes. Thanks to Vermont's indomitable spirit, 
communities have come together to rebuild from the flooding. Ms. Potter 
has been a critical part of this rebuilding, again hosting multiple 
benefit concerts to bring aid to those most impacted by the floods.
  Ms. Potter is a source of inspiration for so many, and she stands in 
solidarity with those in need of assistance during an incredibly 
challenging time. As Vermonters continue to recover from this summer's 
floods, we are grateful for Ms. Potter's dedication to the place we 
call home.
  Thank you, Grace Potter, for your contribution to flood relief 
efforts in Vermont and for your embodiment of Vermont values.

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