Congratulating the New England Patriots for Winning Super Bowl XXXVIII

CONGRATULATING THE NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS FOR WINNING SUPER BOWL XXXVIII -- (House of Representatives - February 04, 2004)

Mr. BRADLEY of New Hampshire. Mr. Speaker, pursuant to the unanimous consent request of February 3, 2004, I call up the Resolution (H. Res. 512) congratulating the New England Patriots for winning Super Bowl XXXVIII, and ask for its immediate consideration in the House.

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Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer my enthusiastic congratulations to the New England Patriots, Super Bowl Champions for the second time in three years.

When the Patriots celebrated their first Super Bowl title in team history two years ago, the excitement that we all experienced was unparalleled. This year, with the team's second victory, we may have surpassed the joy of that first win. I think every New Englander was filled with pride yesterday, as a crowd of over 1.5 million fans turned out in chilly temperatures to fill the streets of Boston. We watched the fans on City Hall Plaza cheer as the Patriots, led by their team owner Bob Kraft, gifted Head Coach Bill Belichick, and players now known on a first name basis-such as Tom, Ty, and Adam-took to the stage.

These fans were cheering more than just a Super Bowl victory. This team of New England Patriots exemplified hard work, determination, and humility. They worked together as a team above all else, and respected all of their opponents, regardless of their records. It was this dedication that led to their amazing streak of 15 straight wins, the longest winning streak in the NFL in more than 30 years. Throughout it all, they had a keen awareness of what their quest meant to the fans of New England who have supported them through the good years and bad ones. They were a source of joy, hope, and inspiration. We admire the Pats for their achievements and look forward to win number three.

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