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Who but buy us peace, 

with but their most sacred lives and arms 

and legs all of these ones! 

Who upon this earth their most magnificent 

blood so runs! 

But, quit is a word that Cody just never so 

learned! 

As so deep down inside this Southern Son, 

something so burns! 

With his next mission to recovery this courageous Carolinian he earns! 

To So Teach Us! 

To So Beseech Us! 

To So Reach Us! 

As all in him what we must learn! 

That arms and legs we all need! 

But, what lies within ones heart above all 

else supercedes! 

As one day this man will go back to Carolina’s to live under her blue skies, 

as a hero indeed as so comprised! 

Air Borne, 

all in what his fine heart has formed . . . as 

a special breed! 

For such things forever live on as these . . . 

In men of faith who so live by such a code of 

honor, 

and believe . . . 

For Heaven so awaits all of them and all 

these! 

Who live by such an honor’s code indeed! 

By what code in your life will you so live? 

All in your heart’s of honor to this our world 

what will you so give? 

IN HONOR’S CODE! 

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IN RECOGNITION JIM PINKHAM 

AND MARK FLAHERTY 

HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING OF MASSACHUSETTS

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Thursday, August 2, 2012 

Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 

recognize Jim Pinkham and Mark Flaherty, the 

two honorees at this year’s ‘‘Thanks Labor’’ 

Day Cookout in Lakeville, Massachusetts. 

Mr. Pinkham and Mr. Flaherty are the President and Secretary/Treasurer, respectively, of 

the Plymouth-Bristol Central Labor Council, 

which represents union members living and 

working in Plymouth and Bristol County in 

Massachusetts. It is not an overstatement to 

say that they have dedicated their lives to protecting the rights of workers and ensuring that 

the hardworking people of Plymouth and Bristol County are adequately represented in their 

unions. 

Mr. Pinkham is a lifelong member of the 

Utility Workers Union of America Local 369 

and a former Boston Edison employee. Mr. 

Flaherty is a member of the Boston and Carmen’s Union and has been involved with union 

activities throughout his tenure as an MBTA 

employee. As leaders of the Plymouth-Bristol 

Central Labor Council, Mr. Pinkham and Mr. 

Flaherty represent nurses, teachers, electrical 

utility workers, law enforcement and public 

safety personnel, construction workers, public 

sector employees, and other working men and 

women of Massachusetts. Throughout their 

careers as union representatives, they have 

worked with companies to bring more jobs to 

the state, ensuring that the jobs brought are 

ones that come with fair wages and working 

conditions. They have also walked picket 

lines, worked voter registration tables, and organized educational campaigns, all civic activities with great importance for our communities. Their efforts strengthen Massachusetts’ 

economy and workforce, and they are an essential part of the Commonwealth’s effort to 

make the state a better place to live and work. 

Labor union representatives play a critical 

role in Massachusetts, ensuring that wages 

and benefits are fair and that working conditions are safe for the hardworking individuals 

who drive our economy. Our sincere recognition is due to the men and women who ensure 

that these unions run smoothly and successfully, as they often remain unsung heroes in 

our society. As longtime advocates of the 

workers of southeastern Massachusetts, Mr. 

Pinkham and Mr. Flaherty are highly deserving 

of the honor that is being bestowed upon 

them. 

Mr. Speaker, it brings me great pride to recognize Jim Pinkham and Mark Flaherty, this 

year’s honorees at the ‘‘Thanks Labor’’ Day 

Cookout. I am proud to call them friends and 

I urge my colleagues to join me in recognizing 

these two individuals who have worked so 

hard to represent the workers of southeastern 

Massachusetts. 

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IN SUPPORT OF H.R. 1905, IRAN 

THREAT REDUCTION AND SYRIA 

HUMAN RIGHTS ACT OF 2012 

SPEECH OF

HON. LAURA RICHARDSON OF CALIFORNIA

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Wednesday, August 1, 2012 

Ms. RICHARDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise 

today in support of the Senate amendment to 

H.R. 1905, the Iran Threat Reduction Act. This 

bipartisan legislation is critical to the protection 

of the American people and our allies around 

the world. 

Mr. Speaker, I believe it is imperative that 

the United States take the lead in opposing 

Iran’s effort to produce nuclear weapons. Such 

a development would introduce an intolerable 

and destabilizing element into one of the 

world’s most volatile regions. The discovery of 

a plot to assassinate the Saudi Ambassador to 

the United States on American soil is but a reminder of the urgent need for the United 

States to take forceful and effective action to 

ensure that Iran does not succeed in developing the capability to produce nuclear weapons. 

In, Congress passed H.R. 2194, the Iran 

Sanctions, Accountability and Divestment Act, 

which at the time were the most comprehensive sanctions ever imposed on Iran by the 

United States. But more needs to be done. 

While current sanctions on Iran have impeded Iran’s ability to successfully develop a 

nuclear weapon, most experts agree that Iran 

will have nuclear capabilities in the next two to 

three years if tougher sanctions are not imposed. According to a report released by the 

International Atomic Energy Agency, Iran has 

a stockpile of low-enriched uranium that if further enriched could produce three nuclear 

weapons. 

Last year, I wrote to Chairman ROSLEHTINEN, Ranking Member BERMAN, Leader 

PELOSI, and Speaker BOEHNER urging them to 

bring before the House legislation imposing 

sanctions on the Central Bank of Iran. Shortly 

thereafter, I was very encouraged and pleased 

that the Committee reported favorably and the 

House passed H.R. 1905. 

H.R. 1905 strongly reflects the demands of 

the international community that tougher sanctions must be placed on Iranian leaders to end 

their nuclear program. H.R. 1905 increases 

sanctions on human rights violators in Iran, 

imposes tougher sanctions on the Islamic 

Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and codifies U.S. policy to prevent Iran from developing unconventional weapons and ballistic 

missiles. This bill takes steps to peacefully 

thwart Iran’s nuclear aspirations. 

During the markup of this bill, an amendment offered by Ranking Member Berman to 

strengthen sanctions against Iran’s Central 

Bank was unanimously agreed to. The Berman Amendment strengthens H.R. 1905 by inserting language that directs the President to 

determine whether the Central Bank of Iran is 

engaged in sanctionable activity. 

By sanctioning the Central Bank of Iran, the 

United States would set a strong example for 

countries around the world that depend on a 

geopolitically stable Middle East for their own 

security and prosperity. Imposing tougher 

sanctions on the Iranian economy will demonstrate that the international community will 

not tolerate Iran’s continued refusal to end 

their nuclear enrichment program. 

Specifically, the Berman Amendment directs 

the President of the United States to determine whether the Central Bank of Iran has: (1) 

assisted Iran’s VVMD or missile programs, including proliferation of WMD to other governments; (2) financed Iran’s procurement of advanced conventional weapons; (3) provided financial services for the Islamic Revolutionary 

Guard Corps; or (4) facilitated Iran’s support of 

international terrorism. 

Should the President make the determination that the Central Bank of Iran is involved 

in any of these areas, the bill requires him to 

apply sanctions under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The President 

will have 30 days to make this determination. 

These sanctions would ensure that any foreign 

bank involved in significant transactions with 

the Central Bank of Iran is excluded from 

doing business with the U.S. 

Mr. Speaker, the bill also includes Title WI, 

entitled the ‘‘Syria Human Rights Accountability Act of 2012.’’ I support the inclusion of 

this title. What began as a peaceful stand 

against tyranny has degenerated into the 

bloodiest movement of the Arab Spring. According to the International Red Cross more 

than 16,00o people have been killed in the 

conflict and the violence has increased substantially in the past few weeks. 

This is why Title VII of this bill is necessary. 

It builds upon efforts to bring about a peaceful 

and swift resolution by 

(1) requiring the President to identify within 

90 days and impose sanctions on officials of 

the Syrian government or those acting on their 

behalf who are complicit in or responsible for 

the commission of serious human rights 

abuses against Syria’s citizens, regardless of 

whether the abuses occurred in Syria; 

(2) imposing sanctions on anyone who 

transfers equipment or technologies including 

weapons, rubber bullets, tear gas and other 

riot equipment, and jamming, monitoring and 

surveillance equipment which the President 

determines are likely to be used by Syrian officials to commit human rights abuses, and 

(3) imposing sanctions on anyone who engages in censorship, or activities relating to 

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or penalizes the legitimate exercise of freedom 

of expression by citizens of Syria. 

Mr. Speaker, history has taught us that 

strong sanctions can bring about peaceful 

change. A generation ago, Congress passed 

the Anti-Apartheid Act which led to the end of 

the apartheid regime and brought about a 

peaceful revolution resulting in the new democratic South Africa. 

H.R. 1905 will help to refocus our efforts on 

appropriately addressing these critical issues. 

Leaders in the Iranian and Syrian governments have shown repeatedly that they are 

unwilling to comply with international demands. 

For these reasons, Mr. Speaker, I strongly 

support H.R. 1905 and the Senate amendments. I urge my colleagues to join me in voting to pass this bill. 

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INTRODUCTION OF THE INTERSTATE LAND SALES UPDATE 

ACT OF 2012 

HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY OF NEW YORK

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Thursday, August 2, 2012 

Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise along 

with my colleague Rep. MCHENRY to introduce 

the Interstate Land Sales Disclosure Act Update of 2012. 

The Interstate Land Sales Disclosure Act 

was enacted in 1969 to protect consumers 

from being sold property where the property’s 

description in the contract and related materials was not what was to be delivered to the 

buyer. 

It was intended to protect out-of-state buyers who were sold land that was not what was 

advertised and provides a right of action to rescind the contract and walk away from the 

deal. However, Courts have ruled over the 

years that ISLA applies to condominiums, and 

developers are required to file redundant paperwork that is unnecessary and out of keeping with modern condominium development. 

During the economic downturn, some buyers have used the recording requirements of 

ILSA to rescind otherwise valid contracts for 

economic reasons, an unintended consequence of the act and its intent. The law 

now needs a technical fix to distinguish condominium sales from other types of land sales 

and to recognize the unique conditions under 

which these units are sold in today’s market. 

I fully support the consumer protections that 

were enacted through ILSA, and this proposed 

legislation does nothing to affect those protections. But I also believe that we need to make 

distinctions for condominiums in order to allow 

the condominium development industry to rebound from the recession. The bill would only 

exempt condominiums from ILSA’s registration 

requirements but will maintain the consumer 

protections to ensure consumers still have the 

right to rescind contracts in cases of fraud. 

Developers would, of course, still be required 

to comply with state laws that require specific 

disclosures. 

As we recover in this still fragile economy, 

we want to encourage, not discourage, buyers 

and sellers to enter into real estate deals responsibly. 

That is why this bill is important to ensure 

development and the return of an important industry in our country, residential condominium 

sales. I urge my colleagues to support this 

legislation. 

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IN RECOGNITION OF THE CAPE 

COD CRANBERRY GROWERS’ ASSOCIATION 

HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING 

OF MASSACHUSETTS

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Thursday, August 2, 2012 

Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 

celebrate the 125th annual meeting of the 

Cape Cod Cranberry Growers’ Association, a 

professional organization representing over 

330 cranberry growers throughout Massachusetts. 

Established in 1888 to standardize the 100 

pound barrel, the measure with which cranberries are sold, the Cape Cod Cranberry 

Growers’ Association, CCCGA, is one of the 

oldest farmer organizations in the country. 

Since its creation, the CCCGA has stayed true 

to its original goal—to support and promote 

the interests of Massachusetts cranberry 

growers. 

To execute its mission, the CCCGA’s professional staff continuously sponsors professional development seminars for growers, assists growers in regulatory compliance, provides resources for environmental sustainability, and supports community and professional outreach activities. Through investments 

of over $500,000 dollars in studies and research efforts to improve the efficiency of 

cranberry farmers as well as to promote environmentally compatible farming techniques, 

the CCCGA promotes the sustainable success 

of the Massachusetts cranberry grower. 

Cranberries are synonymous with Massachusetts and the significance of the Commonwealth’s cranberry industry is illustrated by the 

revenues generated in 2012, which exceeded 

$120 million and the roughly 5,000 workers 

employed in the industry. In addition to supporting large, commercial enterprises, the 

Cape Cod Cranberry Growers’ Association 

provides assistance to small, family owned 

and operated businesses. Approximately seventy percent of CCCGA businesses are family 

owned and operated, and some have been 

continuously run by the same family for as 

many as five generations. 

The importance of the resources provided to 

sustain the success of such hard-working 

growers cannot be overstated. Through its 

continued support, the CCCGA is working to 

ensure that Massachusetts cranberry farmers 

can adapt to environmental changes, that they 

survive urbanization, and that they continue to 

experience success and growth into the future. 

Mr. Speaker, please join me in celebrating 

the 125th annual meeting of the Cape Cod 

Cranberry Growers’ Association. May the 

CCCGA continue to fulfill its mission and be a 

strong, viable supporter of Massachusetts 

cranberry growers. 

ON THE TRAGIC SHOOTING IN 

AURORA, COLORADO 

HON. AL GREEN OF TEXAS

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Thursday, August 2, 2012 

Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I 

would like to express my sincere condolences 

to the families of the victims of the Aurora, 

Colorado shooting, which took place on July 

20, 2012. 

Twelve people were killed and 58 wounded 

in this senseless carnage, as they sought to 

enjoy a film with their family and friends. 

Compounding this tragedy, among the victims 

were children and U.S. service-members, who 

had bravely fought for this country. 

While we will never truly understand what 

causes someone to take the lives of others in 

cold blood, faith will console where reason 

cannot. We must find solace in the admirable 

examples of courage in the line of fire, as ordinary citizens risked life and limb to help each 

other. 

The shooter underestimated the strength 

and resolve of the community of Aurora. Aurora will overcome this tragedy and we as a 

country will support them because what impacts them directly impacts us all indirectly. 

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MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD PROBES 

HON. TRENT FRANKS OF ARIZONA

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Thursday, August 2, 2012 

Mr. FRANKS of Arizona. Mr. Speaker. I submit the Politico article titled ‘‘In defense of 

Michele Bachmann, Muslim Brotherhood 

probes’’, dated July 29, 2012, and authored by 

former Speaker Newt Gingrich. 

The recent assault on the National Security Five is only the most recent example of 

the fear our elites have about discussing and 

understanding radical Islamists. 

When an orchestrated assault is launched 

on the right to ask questions in an effort to 

stop members of Congress from even inquiring about a topic—you know the fix is in. 

The intensity of the attack on Rep. Michele 

Bachmann (R–Minn.) as well as Republican 

Reps. Trent Franks of Arizona, Louie Gohmert of Texas, Tom Rooney of Florida and 

Lynn Westmoreland of Georgia is a reminder 

of how desperate our elites are to avoid this 

discussion. Yet consider this rush to silence 

questions in light of our history of unpleasant surprises during the Cold War. 

Given all the painful things we learn about 

people every day and the surprises that 

shock even the experts (the head of the FBI 

anti-spy effort was a Russian spy, for example), you have to wonder why people would 

aggressively assert we shouldn’t ask about 

national security concerns. 

Remember the shock in 2001 when we 

learned that FBI agent Robert Hanssen had 

been spying for 22 years—first for the Soviet 

Union and then the Russian Federation. This 

disaster came just seven years after the 1994 

arrest of Aldrich Ames, a CIA counterintelligence officer who was a Soviet spy for eight 

years. 

Why should we assume we’re in better 

shape today, when political correctness is 

passionately opposed to tough counterintelligence screening? It’s as though our 


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