[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 15338]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING THE DEDICATED SERVICE OF KEITH TALLEY

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                            HON. BART GORDON

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 30, 2005

  Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Keith Talley for his 
distinguished service. For more than 6 years, Keith has committed 
himself to helping me better serve the residents of Tennessee's Sixth 
Congressional District.
  A Middle Tennessee native, Keith has worked tirelessly as my press 
secretary. During that time, I know he sometimes has felt as if he 
carried the weight of the world on his shoulders. And now, Keith is 
leaving Washington, D.C., to return to the hills of Middle Tennessee.
  Keith is an outstanding writer, a straight talker and a dedicated 
professional. He is capable of juggling many tasks and completing them 
all flawlessly. Keith's talents and attitude are assets that have 
served him well on Capitol Hill.
  I and my staff will miss Keith dearly. His hearty laugh and workday 
songs have brightened the office during his time here. We will be sad 
to see him go, but we know the fishing holes are calling him home.
  Keith, thank you for all your help over the years. I wish you all the 
best in your next endeavors.

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