[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9395]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




             SALUTING SERVICE ACADEMY STUDENTS--EMMA DRIDGE

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                            HON. SAM JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 15, 2011

  Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor an 
extraordinary group of young men and women who have been chosen as 
future leaders in our armed forces by the prestigious United States 
service academies. It is a privilege to send such a fine group from the 
third district of Texas to pursue a world-class education and serve our 
nation.
  As we keep them and their families in our prayers, may we never 
forget the sacrifices they are preparing to make while defending our 
freedoms all across the globe. I am so proud of each one. God bless 
them and God bless America.
  Today I salute Emma Dridge, a United States Air Force Academy 
Appointee. Emma is a graduate of Allen High School where she was 
considered an all-around overachiever in everything she did. She played 
high school and club volleyball where she earned numerous awards. Emma 
was active in Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Young Life, and the 
Chamber Orchestra. One of Emma's teachers said Emma demonstrates 
confidence, inspiration and perseverance while always giving 100 
percent at all times and has the ability to motivate others to do the 
same. Emma chose to apply to a United States Service Academy so that 
she may experience a unique and extraordinary education, while also 
being offered a chance to contribute athletically at the highest 
collegiate level. Emma knows that an Air Force Academy education will 
provide a solid foundation for her professional and academic pursuits.

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