[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11280]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                 TRIBUTE TO DICK GORBY AND ROCKY BARKER

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                            HON. GREG WALDEN

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 20, 2001

  Mr. WALDEN of Oregon. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend the good 
works of two of the residents of my district, Dick Gorby and Rocky 
Barker, who together make up the staff of the Veterans Employment 
Office in Bend, Oregon. I could not be more pleased that the efforts of 
these two dedicated public servants have earned their tiny, yet 
effective, office of the International Association of Personnel in 
Employment Security award of ``Best Veterans Unit'' for the year 2000.
  Mr. Speaker, the Bend Veterans Employment Office assists local 
veterans in finding meaningful employment. But of course, it does much 
more. It reminds the men and women who have worn America's uniform that 
their nation and community are grateful for their service. The tireless 
efforts of Dick Gorby and Rocky Barker have sent this message loud and 
clear to the veterans in and around Bend. Their success has meant the 
difference between frustrating unemployment and a sense of dignity and 
purpose for the thousands of veterans they serve. I salute their 
commitment to Oregon's veterans and thank them for their selfless 
devotion on behalf of the men and women who have served our nation so 
honorably.

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