[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 148 (2002), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10454]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


               RECOGNITION OF CHIEF DEPUTY DANNY CHANDLER

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                            HON. SAM JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 13, 2002

  Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to bring to the 
attention of my colleagues a True Texas Hero, Chief Deputy Danny 
Chandler.
  On behalf of the people of the Third District of Texas, I want to 
congratulate him on his promotion to be the first-ever Director of the 
Office of Security and Emergency Management in Dallas.
  America is a whole different country since September 11. This is a 
different kind of war with a different kind of enemy. That is why 
Dallas has taken the lead to win the war for freedom, both at home and 
abroad. I know he will do a fine job heading that effort.
  The Commissioners Court of Dallas County could not have picked a 
better leader. Starting as a Deputy Sheriff in 1973, Chief Chandler 
dedicated 29 years of his life to the Dallas County Sheriff's 
Department.
  A highly decorated officer, he has put the lives and safety of others 
before his own. It's no wonder that Dallas Morning News named him a 
``Special Angel.''
  Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege today to recognize the courage and 
service of Chief Chandler. His selfless sacrifice, hard work and 
dedication to his community are an example to us all. The people of 
Dallas and the surrounding communities are blessed to have his 
leadership and commitment to our neighborhoods.
  Chief, you have my admiration and support as you protect our Great 
State in the fight for freedom.
  God bless you and God bless America.

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