Paulsen Receives 2010 Thomas Jefferson Award from Foodservice Distribution Industry

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Congressman Erik Paulsen (MN-03) has received the 2010 Thomas Jefferson Award from the Foodservice Distribution Industry for his work to strengthen the nation's free enterprise system and support economic prosperity. The Award is based on Congressional voting records on issues critical to the growth and prosperity of the foodservice distribution industry and the nation's overall economy. Recipients of the Award have shown their dedication to restoring our nation's economic and fiscal health during the 111thCongress. Paulsen was presented with the award last week.

"The foodservice industry is one of the largestprivate sector employers in the U.S., employing more than 13 million people," said Paulsen. "The supply chain that helps make this industry successful is a critical component of foodservice industry and a foundational part of our economy. I am honored to accept this award from the IFDA and look forward to working with them to help grow jobs and the economy."

"In this critical time, Representative Paulsen has stood strong and taken the difficult votes to protect America's businesses, stimulate economic growth, and promote prosperity for the American people," said IFDA President and CEO Mark S. Allen. "The Thomas Jefferson Award is our way of recognizing and thanking those lawmakers who have worked to strengthen American business by standing true to the ideals of Thomas Jefferson."

About the award: The program, introduced 1992, was inspired by Thomas Jefferson, who in his first inaugural address said, "A wise and frugal government … shall leave men … free to regulate their own pursuits of industry and improvement, and shall not take from the mouth of labor the bread it has earned. This is the sum of good government."

For more information, on Paulsen's work in Congress, please visit www.paulsen.house.gov.

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