[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8375]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                 IN HONORING OF NATIONAL TEACHER'S DAY

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                            HON. JAY INSLEE

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 4, 1999

  Mr. INSLEE. Mr. Speaker, today is National Teacher's Day. I do not 
believe educators are given nearly the amount of accolades they 
deserve, and I truly appreciate the chance to simply say: thank you for 
the important and meaningful work you do.
  Mr. Speaker, I am especially proud that my father, brother, and 
brother-in-law are all teachers. Teachers are on the front lines 
everyday, preparing our children for the future. Teachers also bestow 
upon students the intellectual tools they need to become successful and 
productive members of society.
  There is nothing that impacts America's social, economic and 
political future more than the quality of learning that happens in our 
schools. We should recognize the countless hours of selfless service 
that teachers devote to the most valuable resource in this country--our 
children.
  Let me, again, express my appreciation and thanks to the millions of 
educators who impart their wisdom and knowledge to future generations.

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