[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 148 (2002), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 15274]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     BEST WISHES TO REP. TONY HALL

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                            HON. BRIAN BAIRD

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 26, 2002

  Mr. BAIRD. Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to honor my colleague, 
Representative Tony Hall, as he embarks on a new path in a long 
journey. Ambassador Hall has worked diligently for years to curtail the 
hunger that plagues the people of our country and the world. Hunger is 
an evil that strikes at the very core of our needs as human beings. Its 
causes must be addressed and suffering eradicated.
  My wife, Dr. Rachel Nugent, has worked with the United Nations Food 
and Agricultural Organization. We both believe that Ambassador Hall 
will be an outstanding ambassador on behalf of the United States. His 
perspective and experience will complement the UN food and agriculture 
organization and help them to carry on the difficult work of 
alleviating hunger and promoting justice.
  I wish Ambassador Hall much continued success in his new position and 
know that he will bring relief and comfort to those in need. It has 
been an honor to serve with him in this body. His example and 
selflessness will remain with me throughout my tenure and beyond.

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