[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16764]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         CONGRESSMAN MIKE HONDA

                                 ______
                                 

                            HON. BARBARA LEE

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 12, 2016

  Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate and honor a truly 
dedicated public servant and friend, Congressman Mike Honda.
  As a passionate and tireless leader, Congressman Honda has spent the 
last 15 years as an active representative for California's 17th 
district.
  Raised in an internment camp, Congressman Honda has witnessed 
firsthand the dangers of hate, fear, and injustice. Through these 
experiences, he has dedicated his life to protecting those who are 
underrepresented and advocating for global peace and security.
  Before coming to Congress, Congressman Honda served in the Peace 
Corps and was a dedicated teacher and principal to all students.
  Congressman Honda has never shied away from what is right and what is 
just. As a longtime champion for LGBT rights, he has fought to ensure 
equal rights for all. His courage reminds us all of what it means to 
truly represent the people of America, no matter where they come from 
or who they love.
  I know that Congressman Honda will be missed in his district, in the 
California Delegation, and throughout the halls of Congress.
  He has served his district with heart and pride each and every day.
  I hope that as we begin our next Congress, we work to protect the 
progress that Congressman Honda has made and provide patience, 
kindness, and care as he did.
  Thank you, Representative Honda, for your work to advance our shared 
progressive values and for your friendship.
  I look forward to preserving and continuing your work in the upcoming 
years.