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Honoring Carly Patterson

Date: Sept. 8, 2004
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Arts, Entertainment, and History


HONORING CARLY PATTERSON -- (House of Representatives - September 08, 2004)

(Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)

Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, last month, Carly Patterson captured the gold medal and the hearts of the world when she won the all-around competition in gymnastics. Her come-from-behind victory will always have a place in the all-time best moments in the Athens Olympics. It is a tremendous honor to recognize America's sweetheart for her hard work. Carly also won a silver medal in the team competition and an individual silver in the balance beam.

Just this past weekend, Allen, Texas, gave her a hero's welcome-back parade. Thousands lined the street to congratulate her on a job well done.

Carly Patterson is a shining example for America to countless young people about all that you can accomplish when you put your mind to it. Carly made Allen and America proud with her good sportsmanship and her heart of a champion.

Great job, Carly Patterson. We are proud of you. God bless you. We all salute you.

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