[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 24720]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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                    RETIREMENT OF HON. TILLIE FOWLER

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                               speech of

                             HON. JIM DAVIS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 24, 2000

  Mr. DAVIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, tonight I would like to pay 
tribute to Congresswoman Tillie Fowler. Tillie's record of service has 
made the 4th Congressional District of Florida and the entire state 
proud.
  Not long ago, a close friend of mine, who is also one of 
Congresswoman Fowler's constituents, told me a story about Tillie that 
captures her character perfectly. He said that he was shopping in the 
grocery store one day and recognized his Congresswoman in one of the 
aisles. Taking a chance, he walked up to Tillie and introduced himself. 
Soon, my friend discovered that even in the midst of grocery shopping, 
his Member of Congress is kind, compassionate and down-to-earth and 
treats her constituents with the respect and attention they deserve.
  Those in Congress who have had the privilege to get to know Tillie 
recognize that she has as much respect for this institution as she does 
for the people she represents. She is thoughtful in her actions and 
independent in her decisionmaking. Tillie's integrity and dedication to 
her work stands as an example for her colleagues on both sides of the 
aisle.
  Finally, on behalf of all the citizens of Florida, I would like to 
thank Tillie for her service to our great state. Tillie's efforts on 
behalf of all Floridians is evidence of her love for our great state. I 
know I speak for everyone in sending her my best wishes for all her 
future endeavors.

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