[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 23699]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




    HONORING JASON CROOK'S INTERNATIONAL KEY CLUB SPEECH CONTEST WIN

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                            HON. BART GORDON

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 30, 2003

  Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Jason Crook for 
winning the international Key Club speech contest in Indianapolis, 
Indiana. Jason is a recent graduate of Blackman High School in my 
hometown of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
  On July 4, Jason demonstrated his prowess at the podium when he 
traveled to Indianapolis to represent his region in the contest. Jason 
spoke about the impact the club's values have had on his life. He 
triumphed over representatives from all 50 states and 20 countries.
  Jason strives to achieve excellence both inside and outside of the 
classroom. His fellow classmates recognized his achievements and drive 
when they voted him Most Likely to Succeed. He graduated as 
valedictorian of his class, a testament to his hard work and 
perseverance. In addition to earning these accolades, Jason has 
actively involved himself in the community while participating in Key 
Club and Eagle Scout community service projects.
  Jason's compassion is evidenced in the wealth of time he has devoted 
to helping those who are in need. This spring, Jason made Easter 
baskets for children in Vanderbilt University's pediatric ward. While 
many of his peers were relaxing during the summer of 2002, Jason was 
delivering food to the sick and elderly through his involvement with 
the Meals on Wheels program.
  I am proud to share my hometown with Jason. I am even prouder that he 
is now attending my alma mater, Middle Tennessee State University. He 
is a truly talented young man and a fine example of the promise and 
potential of America's youth.

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