May 2, 1995 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E 923

TRIBUTE TO ART EDGERTON

HON. MARCY KAPTUR OF OHIO

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Tuesday, May 2, 1995

Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to

recognize an honor bestowed on a well-known

Northwest Ohioan and friend, Mr. Art

Edgerton. Along with four others, Art will be inducted this year into the National Association

of Black Journalists Region VI Hall of Fame.

Art began his broadcast career in 1958, and

since then has worked regularly in local

media. He currently serves as the director of

public and corporate relations with a large

Northwest Ohio radio station. Committed to

promoting African-Americans and disabled

people in journalism, Art is the current president of the Northwest Ohio Black Media Association. In this capacity, he has been outspoken in articulating the need for fairness in

the field of journalism for both African Americans and people with disabilities.

Among Art’s many gifts is an exceptional

musical talent. He studied at The Julliard

School and the Philadelphia Conservatory of

Music, and is a gifted pianist, organist, and

percussionist. His talents are recognized far

beyond Northwest Ohio, were he enjoys a

loyal and enthusiastic following.

Art Edgerton has been a quiet, commanding

presence in Northwest Ohio for decades. His

counsel is appreciated by many. He brings a

unique perspective and uncompromising dedication to everything he does. Long recognized

for his work, Art’s previous citations include:

Handicapped American of the Year 1967,

Ohio Governors Super Hall of Fame 1970,

Winner of the Baldwin Talent Search 1981,

Distinguished Service Award from the Toledo

Ophthalmologists and Optometrists 1990, and

State Media Award from the State of Ohio Optometric Association 1990. The Northwest

Ohio Black Media Association has established

a scholarship in his honor.

We in Northwest Ohio are very proud that

Art Edgerton has been named to the National

Association of Black Journalists Region VI Hall

of Fame, for we believe that none deserves

the accolade more than Art. As we congratulate him on this achievement we also offer a

heartfelt thank you for his efforts, always conducted with courage, grace, and integrity. We

are proud of him and for him.

TRIBUTE TO RABBI ISAIAH ZELDIN

fHON. HOWARD L. BERMAN OF CALIFORNIA

HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN OF CALIFORNIA

HON. ANTHONY C. BEILENSON OF CALIFORNIA

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Tuesday, May 2, 1995

Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, we are honored

to pay tribute to Rabbi Isaiah Zeldin, a good

friend and one of the most respected and influential leaders in the Jewish community of

Los Angeles, on the occasion of his 50th year

in the rabbinate and his 75th birthday. In 1964

Rabbi Zeldin founded Stephen S. Wise Temple, which has since become the largest Jewish congregation in the West and the secondlargest in the world. This alone justifies his exalted status.

But Rabbi Zeldin is not one to rest on his

laurels. Through its programs, lectures and

full-time day and high school, Stephen S.

Wise Temple has made an immeasurable contribution to Jewish life in southern California.

Hardly a day goes by when there is not a

stimulating event of some kind taking place at

the temple. Rabbi Zeldin would not have it any

other way.

In 1953, New York’s loss became California’s gain; Rabbi Zeldin left his native New

York City, where he was assistant dean of Hebrew Union College, and headed west; 1 year

later he became founding dean of the Los Angeles branch Hebrew Union College. From

1958–63 Rabbi Zeldin was spiritual leader of

Temple Emanuel in Beverly Hills.

Despite his rabbinical duties, Rabbi Zeldin

somehow finds the time to get actively involved with other cases and organizations. For

example, he is past president of the American

Zionist Council and the San Fernando Valley

Synagogue Council and sits on the board of

the UCLA Medical Ethics Committee. In addition, Rabbi Zeldin writes frequently for newspapers and magazines.

Mr. Speaker, we ask our colleagues to join

us today in saluting Rabbi Isaiah Zeldin, a

man whose friendship, guidance, and intellect

has touched the lives of so many. We wish

him well on his birthday.

20TH ANNIVERSARY OF VIETNAM

fWAR

HON. WILLIAM J. MARTINI OF NEW JERSEY

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Tuesday, May 2, 1995

Mr. MARTINI. Mr. Speaker, April 30, 1995,

marked the 20th anniversary of the end of

United States involvement in Vietnam and one

of the darkest chapters in American history.

The Vietnam war created deep divisions in the

American public. Even today, the war remains

a controversial issue.

Controversies aside, 58,200 brave Americans gave their lives in the fight for democracy. Vietnam veterans should be proud of

their service to our country.

For many years Vietnam veterans did not

receive the gratitude that they rightfully deserve. Regardless of the war’s politics, these

soldiers stood firm and fought for freedom,

something the people of Vietnam have never

experienced.

As a Member of Congress, I am privileged

to serve with two heroes of the Vietnam war.

Congressman RANDY ‘‘DUKE’’ CUNNINGHAM,

who is the only naval ace of the war and Congressman SAM JOHNSON, who was held in

captivity for 6 years and 10 months. Our Nation owes both these individuals a tremendous

debt of gratitude.

Vietnam veterans should walk with their

heads high and know that their Nation is

proud of them. In recent weeks former Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara has

questioned the United States involvement in

Vietnam. Mr. McNamara’s comments should

not diminish the fortitude and valor displayed

by the men and women who served in Vietnam.

The lessons of the Vietnam war did not fall

on deaf ears. In Operation Desert Storm we

allowed generals, not politicians in Washington

to run the war. The result was one of the most

successful military operations in history.

As America moves forward into the 21st

century, we must never forget the tragedy of

the Vietnam war. We must never forget the

service of 58,200 soldiers that did not return.

And we must never forget the brave men and

women who answered their country’s call.

Vietnam veterans understand words like

duty, honor, and country. As members of the

finest fighting force in the world, these individuals have proved themselves in the service of

our Nation. At the 20th anniversary of the

war’s end, I commend our Vietnam veterans.

In closing, God bless you and welcome home.

HONORING THE OBSERVANCE OF

fLAW DAY

HON. SAM GEJDENSON OF CONNECTICUT

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Tuesday, May 2, 1995

Mr. GEJDENSON. Mr. Speaker, on Monday,

May 1, members of the legal profession from

throughout eastern Connecticut will join their

colleagues in national observance of Law Day.

Law Day is a special day for Americans to celebrate our liberties and to rededicate ourselves to the ideals of equality and justice

under law. This year’s Law Day theme is ‘‘E

Pluribus Unum’’, which serves as a reminder

that the United States of America has forged

one nation which guarantees equal protection

and due process of law to its citizens, who

represent all the different cultures, ethnic, racial, and religious groups of the world. This

year’s theme celebrates the law as the strongest bond in our richly diverse society.

Among the Law Day observances in eastern

Connecticut on Monday, May 1, was the

award ceremony for winners of the Law Day

grade school poster contest and the Law Day

high school essay contest. I applaud all the

young people who took part in these creative

competitions, and I especially want to congratulate the essay contest winner, Christina

Alevras, and the poster winners, Mrs. Easter’s

Kindergarten Class, for their thoughtful efforts

and their worthy achievements, in which they

and their families should take great pride. I

commend the legal community for its efforts to

reach out to youth in thoughtful and positive

ways that promote respect for law and democracy.

HOBART ROWEN

fHON. HENRY B. GONZALEZ OF TEXAS

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Tuesday, May 2, 1995

Mr. GONZALEZ. Mr. Speaker, I take this

time to note the passing of Hobart Rowen,

who died on April 13, at the age of 76.

Hobart Rowen, as much as anybody, invented the craft of business journalism and

economic reporting. He was, as Secretary of

the Treasury Rubin noted, pre-eminent in his

field. Hobart Rowen was more than a pioneer.

He was a master in the field he helped create,