[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 17]
[Senate]
[Page 21980]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                 TRIBUTE TO EAGLE SCOUT STEPHEN CRAYNER

 Mr. LUGAR. Mr. President, today I congratulate a remarkable 
young Hoosier and fellow Eagle Scout, Stephen Crayner.
  Since becoming an Eagle Scout on April 22, 2004, an extraordinary 
achievement in itself, Stephen has continued to work diligently to 
improve himself and his community, eventually earning all 121 merit 
badges offered by the Boy Scouts. This dedication has earned him the 
distinguished rank of Eagle Scout with Three Silver Palms.
  During my time in the Scouting program, I learned many important 
lessons about leadership, organization, and community spirit. For the 
troop to be a successful unit, each member must learn to take 
initiative and offer ideas and energy. He must also develop the ability 
to work in a team environment, and therefore accept the challenge of 
compromise and negotiation. Finally, the activities and the efforts of 
the Scouting program reflect a commitment to community involvement. 
Stephen's mastery of these lessons will serve him well in the years 
ahead.
  I also appreciate this opportunity to congratulate the members of 
Stephen's family who have played such a large role in his many 
accomplishments. Stephen's father David served as Scoutmaster, and his 
mother Libby has volunteered extensively to support the troop. It is 
telling that Stephen's two older brothers, William and Benjamin, have 
also earned their Eagle.
  I am hopeful that each of you will join me in congratulating Stephen 
for all of his remarkable accomplishments and in wishing him continuing 
success as he pursues new and exciting challenges.

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