[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 20]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 26783]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING MATT CARPENTER

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 4, 2009

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Matt 
Carpenter, a very special young man who has earned a spot on the 
National USA Karate Team. I join with Matt's family and friends in 
expressing best wishes on his significant achievement. I commend Matt 
on attaining such a high honor and wish him the best of luck as he 
competes in the World Karate Championships in Dublin, Ireland, this 
October.
  Gaining recognition for this remarkable achievement reflects both 
Matt's hard work and dedication. As a member of the stand-alone 
Missouri team, as well as the team with the largest number of students 
to be selected from a single school, Matt should be proud of his 
accomplishments. He is a member of a celebrated team and has 
represented the state of Missouri well. With such drive and 
determination I am certain Matt will be a strong contribution to the 
national team.
  Madam Speaker, I respectfully request you join with me in commending 
Matt Carpenter for his success with Sensei Mark Long's Shotokan Karate 
team and for his effort put forth in achieving this prestigious goal.

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