[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 186 (Thursday, November 9, 2023)]
[House]
[Pages H5664-H5665]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                           ECU PIRATE MARISSA

  (Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina. Madam Speaker, I am thrilled to 
introduce to the American people Lady Pirate Marissa, Pirate Nation's 
latest sensation.
  She is not just any pirate, mind you, Madam Speaker, she is the first 
female live pirate mascot at East Carolina University.
  Pirate Marissa's presence has helped to enhance the game day 
experience by helping to pump up the crowd and keeping everyone 
excited. I believe Pirate Marissa will provide Pirate Steve with all 
our university needs to win every sword fight.
  Pirate Marissa not only makes her daughters, Rachel, Raelyn, and 
Ryliegh proud; she makes us all proud.
  A big shout-out to East Carolina University marketing department. I 
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grateful they have kept the passion and excitement alive in Pirate 
Nation and honoring the rich legacy of our official mascot, PeeDee the 
Pirate.
  People love pirates. No quarter. Go Pirates.
  Aargh.

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