[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 18]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 24119]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




      REMEMBERING THE FORMER GOVERNOR OF MINNESOTA, ELMER ANDERSON

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                          HON. BETTY McCOLLUM

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 18, 2004

  Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember a statesman, 
public servant and friend--the former Governor of Minnesota, Elmer 
Anderson.
  Surrounded by his friends and family, Elmer Anderson passed away on 
November 15 at the age of 95.
  Governor Anderson was a man of great character and strength. He 
participated in public service with a tremendous sense of purpose.
  Never afraid to speak his mind, Governor Anderson fought for human 
rights, civil rights and worked to protect and ensure new park land 
which will be one of his many legacies. He was indeed ahead of his time 
in so many ways.
  Even after time as Governor, he never lost his passion for politics 
and policy. His activism continued throughout his life, becoming 
involved in the community through business and newspaper publishing.
  Elmer Anderson was a man who loved Minnesota and its people. He truly 
embodied the Minnesota spirit.
  Minnesota will miss Elmer Anderson's leadership and he will be 
remembered fondly in the hearts of many.

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