[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10362]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




            IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF RICHARD DISTELHOSRT

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 7, 2006

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
my friend, Richard Distelhosrt, upon his induction into the Des Moines 
County Democrats Hall of Fame. Mr. Distelhosrt's unwavering, sense of 
civic activism and volunteerism on behalf of vital social issues 
continues to make a positive difference within our democratic system of 
government--in Des Moines, Iowa and across the country.
  Mr. Distelhosrt's life is framed by family, community and service to 
others. His quick wit, friendly personality and passion for social 
justice frames his character and inspires others. His devotion and 
compassion for all of humanity originates with family, where he took 
loving care of his wife Virginia, until her recent passing. Mr. 
Distelhosrt continues to be a guiding source of support and wisdom for 
his children, grandchildren and many friends.
  A political activist and staunch Democrat, Mr. Distelhosrt has 
volunteered countless hours that focused on creating positive change 
across the grassroots landscape of politics, both locally in his Des 
Moines community and nationwide. He is a long-time member of the Des 
Moines County Democratic Party, having served as the treasurer and 
Congressional liaison. He worked tirelessly on behalf of the 2004 
Kucinich for President Campaign, serving as the local chairperson. 
Additionally, Mr. Distelhosrt has organized and led rallies for peace, 
and continues to educate the people of Des Moines on significant 
legislative issues of concern, including the Monetary Act, by writing 
and distributing periodic newsletters.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of Mr. Richard Distelhosrt, as we celebrate his induction into the Des 
Moines County Hall of Fame. Mr. Distelhosrt 's passionate activism, 
unwavering vision and expansive heart continues to raise up the 
community of Des Moines into the light of hope and possibility as he 
continues to lead, challenge and inspire us all.

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