[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 21]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 31259-31260]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



         AWARDING A CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL TO FATHER HESBURGH

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                          HON. ANNE M. NORTHUP

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 18, 1999

  Mrs. NORTHUP. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Father Theodore 
Hesburgh. Father Hesburgh, president of the University of Notre Dame 
from 1952 to 1987, has selflessly devoted his time, energy, visions and 
dreams on behalf of furthering higher education in this country. In 
addition, his undaunting service to the underpriviledged communities 
all across this nation, and the world, has made a significant impact in 
the lives of so many.
  As an educator, you can find impressions of Father Hesburgh's 
teachings just about anywhere you look. Father Hesburgh encouraged high 
academic standards and preached a universal commitment to the service 
and helping of others. He often inspired his students to look at the 
world through opened eyes and challenged them to go out and make a 
difference. His dedication to improving the lives of others was global 
in nature and he knew no boundaries for race or ethnicity. Those who 
have learned these important life lessons from Father Hesburgh are here 
in Congress, Presidential Cabinets, Catholic churches, and scattered 
throughout our local communities.
  I am a graduate of Saint Mary's College, the sister institution of 
Notre Dame, and part of the student body that Father Hesburgh so vastly 
inspired. For many reasons, I often think back to my college days, and 
draw upon the values and traditions instilled in me by the mission of 
these institutions. I truly believe that what I learned under the 
leadership of Saint Mary's, Notre Dame and Father Hesburgh will

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help guide me in the right direction as a public servant and make the 
right decision for those who put their trust in me.
  Father Hesburgh was always challenging those he met to be a better 
person, and the Hesburgh Center for Peace studies is a lasting and 
continuing tribute to his good work. In addition, his accomplishments 
from 15 Presidential appointments have contributed greatly to our 
progress as a nation which strives to provide justice and equality for 
its people and those throughout the world.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to salute Father Hesburgh and to commend 
the House of Representatives for passing H.R. 1932, which authorizes 
the President of the United States to award him with a gold medal on 
behalf of Congress. I can think of none more deserving of this most 
prestigious honor.

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