[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 5]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 7426]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO EITAN TEITLER

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                           HON. BRAD SHERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 26, 1999

  Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Mr. Eitan 
Teitler, program chairman of the annual Festival of Hope and Peace, 
which celebrates Israel's independence.
  The Talmud states that ``He who does charity and justice is as if he 
had filled the whole world with kindness.'' In the spirit of such 
words, innovative volunteers such as Eitan actively participate in 
delivering tremendous support, selflessly dedicating their time and 
energy to enriching our community. I can think of no better tribute to 
Eitan.
  After being raised in Israel and completing his formal education, 
Eitan began his career through distinguished service in the Israeli 
army followed by 5 years of higher education in the Hebrew University 
School of Medicine.
  Currently, Eitan serves on the board of B'nai B'rith/Shalom Lodge. He 
also serves as a board member of the Council of Israeli Organizations.
  In addition to his service to the community, Eitan has worked in the 
construction business in Israel, Nigeria, Cameroon, and now in Los 
Angeles. Eitan has been happily married for 28 years to Erella, and is 
the father of three children who live on a kibbutz in Israel. His son, 
Nir, is now serving in the Israeli army.
  Mr. Speaker, distinguished colleagues, please join me in honoring 
Eitan Teitler for his ongoing service to the Jewish community and the 
community at large.

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