[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 7 (Friday, January 12, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H126]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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                    HONORING DR. JOHN LOUIS FLATEAU

  (Ms. CLARKE of New York asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. CLARKE of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise on this day to celebrate 
the extraordinary life of my dear brother and friend, Dr. John Louis 
Flateau, who was laid to rest this past Wednesday.
  Dr. Flateau, a beloved scholar and public servant, dedicated his life 
to championing justice, equality, public service, and political 
empowerment.
  His contributions spanned politics, education, and advocacy, leaving 
an indelible mark on Brooklyn, New York City, and New York State.
  His legacy extends beyond the policies he championed. It lives on in 
the lives of many he touched. He was not merely a legislative force. He 
was a force to be reckoned with. He was a friend, confidant, and 
political mentor to so many, including both me and my mother, Dr. Una 
Clarke.
  He had a profound impact on the lives of so many, from his tenure as 
a Medgar Evers College professor to his work in advancing voting 
rights.
  As we reflect on Dr. Flateau's life, let us remember the countless 
stories of those who found hope and empowerment through his advocacy.
  In his absence, we must continue to carry the torch that he lit to 
ensure that his vision continues to manifest itself.
  Though Dr. Flateau may no longer be physically with us, the impact he 
made will echo on from generation to generation to come.
  He is now with the ancestors, and he will be dearly and deeply 
missed.

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