Lisa McClain

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I am proud to represent a district that has a large number of Italian Americans, and it is a great honor for me to recognize one of their finest, Sam Previti, on being named the ``Man of the Year'' by the Michigan Columbus Day Celebration Committee. Sam has been a pillar of both the Washington Township and Italian American community. In Washington Township, Sam currently serves as the Township Supervisor. Some of his other public service commitments include being a Washington Township Trustee and serving as secretary of Washington Township's Zoning Board of Appeals. Sam also has great pride in his Italian heritage and works diligently on behalf of this community. He helps run the largest Italian American Club, Lodge Figli Della Sicilia, and is actively involved in many charity-based organizations such as the History Holy Family in Detroit. He has also served as the National President of the Columbian Federation of Italian American Societies. Regional leaders in the Italian American community know Sam is the person to call on when they need assistance in organizing, promoting, and supporting their many events. Madam Speaker, I can think of no one more deserving of this honor than Sam Previti. It is my hope that he finds pride upon reflection of his tireless commitment to both his communities. Sam's hard work is noticed and appreciated. I wish him many more years of dedicated and selfless service.

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Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor and highlight the work of some extraordinary female leaders in our country who are being honored by She Leads America as ``Christian Women of Distinction.'' For my constituents back in Michigan, I try and lead by example through my faith and commitment to public service. But many times, people don't look to Washington for their role models. Fortunately, it does not take long to find others guided by their strong moral compass, faith, and commitment to selfless public service. Today, I honor some of these women, who through their tireless dedication, have shattered glass ceilings and touched the lives of countless individuals around the world. For my part, I remain committed to defending religious freedom here in Congress to ensure each of these women, and all of my constituents, never have to compromise their religious beliefs in order to conform to whatever the trending culture is at the moment. Kathy Branzell serves as the President of the National Day of Prayer Task Force. Dating back to 1775, the National Day of Prayer encourages Americans to pray for the people and today includes millions who attend 30,000 observances organized by 40,000 volunteers all over the United States. Kathy is also the founder and president of Fellowship and Christian Encouragement (FACE) for Educators, and the author/coauthor of five books on prayer. Marilyn Hickey is a TV ministry pioneer for women, with her TV and media ministry broadcast around the world. Marilyn is a peacemaker, teacher, and someone who has personally shared her message of God's love and forgiveness in 138 countries, and her lectures on healing and the Bible have broken records for the largest public meetings ever held in Egypt and Pakistan. In addition, her organization has actively been involved in meeting humanitarian needs around the world. Marilyn Hickey Ministry partners have helped millions of individuals overcome setbacks and practice Biblical principles. Commissioner Jolene K. Hodder is the highest-ranking female officer in the Salvation Army in the USA. She has a passion for leading women to Christ and then equipping, motivating, and preparing them for effective ministry. Jolene is the author of two published books and has worked across America and overseas, serving all people without discrimination, wherever, whenever, and however she can. Dr. Alveda C. King, is a civil rights activist, speaking out on issues that face society today. She founded ``Speak for Life'', a ministry mobilizing generations of pro-life advocates that will boldly speak for life. She is the daughter of the late civil rights activist Rev. A. D. King and his wife, Naomi Barber King. Currently, Dr. King is a minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, serving as Pastoral Associate for Civil Rights for The Unborn and Priests for Life. During the years of the Civil Rights Movement, Dr. King's family home was bombed in Birmingham, Alabama, in the heat of the struggle. ``Daddy's house was bombed, then in Louisville, Kentucky his church office was bombed. I was also jailed during the open housing movement,'' she recalls. Dr. Jane Hansen-Hoyt serves as the President/CEO of Aglow International, a Christian women's organization of more than 200,000 women. The organization includes global leaders who annually impact 17 million people. As an international speaker and author, she challenges us to view each circumstance of life from a Heavenly perspective. She also serves on The Steering Committee of The American Christian Leaders for Israel (ACLI). Penny Young Nance is CEO and President of Concerned Women for America (CWA), the nation's largest public policy women's organization. Prior to CWA, Penny served as a Special Advisor for the Federal Communications Commission, where she advised the Chairman and Commissioners on media and social issues. She is a graduate of Liberty University, where she currently serves on their Board of Trustees. Bodie Thoene, is a world-renowned author of 75 historical novels as well as an award-winning screen writer and movie producer. Her books have sold 35 million copies in 30 languages. She has won 8 ECPA Gold Medallion awards for Fiction, more than any other author in history. Bodie is, above all, a follower of Jesus Christ. She is an American Patriot and fervent supporter of the Nation of Israel, a wife, mother and grandmother. Her movie, I'm Not Ashamed, the true story of Rachel Joy Scott, first martyr of Columbine, was a finalist for GMA Dove Awards Most Inspirational film of 2017. Reverend Eve Nunez is a nationally recognized faith-based leader most known for her work as a child advocate and Hispanic community organizer. Her decades-long commitment to these communities has earned her a National Service Award from President George W. Bush, the Martin Luther King Jr. Award from President Barack Obama, the Street Saint Award from Governor Janet Napolitano, and many more. Peggy Nienaber serves as the Vice President for Faith & Liberty overseeing the ministry programs that build strong alliances on Capitol Hill. Peggy also serves as President of the Capitol Forum Club, a meeting held inside the U.S. Capitol. Peggy was also a NGO Liaison for the United Nations and participated in the UN Commission on the Status of Women. Shirley Dobson, is the honorary ``Mom of America.'' Through her partnership with her husband, Dr. James Dobson, in ``Focus on the Family'' and ``Family Talk'' broadcasts, millions of families have received the support and encouragement they need to navigate their daily lives. Under her leadership and strong faith, the U.S. National Day of Prayer enjoyed massive growth. Millions of Americans now take their responsibility seriously to pray for government leaders. Madam Speaker, I hope these women know full well the impact they have had on countless lives. These women are trailblazers, and the example they have set will be followed by people of my district, and many other Americans, for years to come. I thank each of them for their passion and commitment. This honor is well-deserved.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman for yielding and for her diligent effort to save the lives of unborn children. And that is really what this bill is about, saving the lives of unborn children. For all of us that have children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, this is about them and their rights. I hear us talking about our rights, but what about their rights? Don't they have a right? Because they have no choice. So thank you for being their voice. But I rise today to speak the truth. I want to talk about the truth, which doesn't happen much. This act is titled the Women's Health Protection Act, more properly titled the abortion on demand act. Stop hiding behind Texas. Stop hiding behind women's rights. The majority has chosen once again to lie to the American people about what this legislation is about. This bill has nothing to do with women's health. This bill is about infanticide. To my Democratic colleagues, if you are in support of infanticide, just say it. You don't need to sugar coat it. Just say it. To my democratic colleagues, if you are in support of killing a child for any reason, you wanted a boy but it is a girl, oh, we will just get rid of it and try again, just have the courage and the guts to say it.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in opposition to the radical, partisan, and polarizing appropriations bill the Democrats are ramming through this Chamber. It wasn't enough for the Democrats to disregard the opinion of an overwhelming majority of Americans who do not want their tax dollars being used to bankroll abortions here in the U.S. In this appropriations bill, they want to take it a step further and export abortion around the world. You heard it right. The Helms amendment, which predates the Hyde amendment, ensures that U.S. tax dollars do not fund abortion through foreign assistance programs. Foreign assistance programs should help defend our country. Democrats felt the need to strip it from this bill. My constituents do not want their hard-earned tax dollars shipped overseas to kill unborn children. And you know what? Neither do 77 percent of Americans, according to a January 2021 Marist poll. Yet, Democrats are saying they are giving people what they want. Well, that is a flat-out lie. Who exactly are they catering to with this radical move? Far left- wing activists? I am disgusted by some in this Chamber and the President for their shameful disregard of taxpayer wishes; their hypocritical double standards; and, most importantly, their shameful disregard for human life. As a reminder to this administration and my colleagues, I am wearing flip-flops today so they can be reminded of this administration's ability to flip-flop on issues. This administration could not be consistent if their life depended on it, or worse, ours.

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Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Chief Master Sergeant Brian Marquardt of Harrison Township on the occasion of his retirement from the United States Air Force after 33 years of honorable service. After growing up in Saint Clair Shores, CMSgt Marquardt entered the Air Force in July 1988. After completing basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas, he was assigned to the 88th Medical Group at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio for on-the-job training as an Aerospace Medical Technician. His subsequent career includes various aspects of the medical technician field and included Aeromedical Evacuation, Aeromedical Staging and Transportation, and most recently, a ground medical unit with a physical exam package and a shared Air Force Theater Hospital. His last position was as the Senior Enlisted Advisor for the 910th Medical Squadron at Youngstown Air Reserve Station in Ohio. In this role he advised the commander on matters concerning the health, morale, welfare, and the effective utilization of the Reserve members within the squadron. He also served as the commander's representative to numerous committees, councils, boards, and military and civilian functions. Prior to assuming this most recent position, he served as the Functional Manager for the Aerospace Medical Technician career field at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, as well as Youngstown Air Reserve Station. CMSgt Marquardt has received numerous awards and decorations including Meritorious Service Medal with oak leaf cluster, Aerial Achievement Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster, Meritorious Unit Award with 2 oak leaf cluster, AF Outstanding Unit Award with Valor Device and 2 oak leaf clusters, Iraqi Campaign Medal with one service star and the Humanitarian Service Medal. CMSgt Marquardt has given over three decades of his life in service to our country. I commend him for this selfless display of love and patriotism. He has certainly made his home state of Michigan proud, and I know the example of service he has set will be followed for years to come. I wish CMSgt Marquardt the best as he takes on life's next great adventure. We are so thankful for his service.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Richmond High School softball team, the Division 3 State champions. As you know, softball, especially girls softball, has been very near and dear to my heart. The Richmond girls persevered through a hard-fought championship game against Buchanan, including being down 1 to 0 going into the sixth inning. After losing two of their first three games, the Richmond girls showed that they would not give up on their team and ended their season on a 22-game win streak. With everything that these students have had to fight through this year, softball has been their rock. They continued to fight to prove that no matter what adversity was in front of them, they would overcome it. We are all so proud of you. Congratulations Richmond girls softball team. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Unionville-Sebewaing High School's softball team, the back-to-back Division 4 State champs. The girls of Unionville-Sebewaing, also known as U-S-A, proved to the entire State of Michigan that they remain at the top of Division 4 with their 14-1 victory over Rudyard. Congratulations.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, for more than 40 years, Joe Biden has been a staunch supporter of the Hyde amendment. So have the American people. Just this past January, polling found that nearly 6 in 10 Americans oppose using tax dollars to terminate innocent lives. That number includes a majority of Independents and nearly one-third of Democrats. For decades, congressional Democrats joined Republicans in a truly bipartisan effort to ensure tax dollars of hardworking Americans do not pay for abortions. Unfortunately, President Biden is trying to shatter years of congressional bipartisanship with a radical budget that has no Hyde amendment protections. The President ran on unity, yet his first budget proposal immediately divides. This Congress must take back its congressional responsibility and craft spending bills which protect the lives of the unborn, just as past Congresses have done since 1976. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, and the Judiciary be discharged from further consideration of H.R. 18, and ask for its immediate consideration in the House.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of Marine Corporal Jeffrey Robert Standfest, a St. Clair County native who was killed while serving his country 11 years ago today. Corporal Standfest was only 23 years old when an IED struck and killed him and his K-9 partner, Sergeant Rupert, in Afghanistan. Like all of our fallen heroes, Jeff was not just a soldier in war. He was a son, a brother, a nephew, a grandson, and a friend. A star runner at St. Clair High School, Jeff was an all-American kid who loved his country and followed in the footsteps of his grandfather by serving in the Marine Corps. This is who he was, and this is how he will be remembered. I recently introduced bipartisan legislation to rename the St. Clair County Post Office after Corporal Standfest. Renaming this post office would serve as a permanent reminder of his selfless service to our country. To his friends, family, and loved ones, it will demonstrate that the United States will never forget his bravery and ultimate sacrifice. It is the courage of Corporal Standfest and all of those who have worn the uniform that protects the freedoms we hold so dear. Today, on the anniversary of his tragic death, I hope all of those who knew and loved him find comfort knowing that Corporal Jeffrey Robert Standfest will forever be remembered in history as a patriotic American hero. I am hopeful my colleagues in Congress will join me in honoring this courageous American.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I am that woman, and I am back to talk about the Democratic double standards once again. Democrats love to jump on the Republican outrage train. But when we see the blatant anti-Semitism from one of their own, all you see are timid, fake, pandering, and watered-down responses. For those of you who struggle to keep up with the latest anti-Semitic rhetoric from a Democrat, I am referring to the Congresswoman from this Chamber comparing the United States and Israel to real terrorist organizations. The Speaker and her leadership team issued a weak and embarrassing press release thanking her for her clarification and walking back her remarks. But, of course, Democrats are not serious in disciplining anti-Semitism, or even anti-American remarks, within their ranks. This photo of the Speaker smiling next to the Congresswoman from Minnesota was on the cover of the March 2019 edition of Rolling Stone. This came after the Congresswoman from Minnesota had tweeted, and then defended, that ``Israel has hypnotized the world'' and implied that the Jewish people were buying political support by tweeting: ``It's all about the Benjamins baby.'' The cover of the magazine says: ``Women Shaping the Future: Nancy Pelosi and the New Voices of the House.'' Is this really the voice of the Democratic Party, Madam Speaker? Can you imagine, for one moment, the Democratic outrage if this were the Republican leader and the Congresswoman from Georgia? There would be demands for resignations, and Republican office phones would be ringing off the hook from leftwing, liberal activists. I ask the Speaker, are you truly proud of this photo? I can't wait to hear her answer. I just hope she won't be as demeaning as the last time she spoke about ``that woman.''

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, on roll call No. 160, I mistakenly voted ``yes'' when I intended to vote ``No.'' Members Recorded Pursuant to House Resolution 8, 117th Congress Barragan (Gallego) Cardenas (Gomez) DeSaulnier (Thompson (CA)) Fleischmann (Bilirakis) Gaetz (Greene (GA)) Grijalva (Garcia (IL)) Hoyer (Brown) Johnson (TX) (Jeffries) Kirkpatrick (Stanton) Langevin (Courtney) Lawson (FL) (Evans) Lieu (Raskin) Lowenthal (Beyer) Meng (Clark (MA)) Mfume (Evans) Mullin (Lucas) Napolitano (Correa) Payne (Pallone) Porter (Wexton) Roybal-Allard (Escobar) Ruiz (Aguilar) Rush (Underwood) Sewell (DelBene) Sherrill (Pallone) Van Drew (Norman) Velazquez (Clarke (NY)) Wilson (FL) (Hayes)

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in objection to the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. This bill was so close to being a bipartisan bill. In fact, I was ready to vote ``yes'' on it because, as the majority of people, I do not believe in discrimination. But at the very last minute, the majority had to throw in a provision to actually allow discrimination in a bill that is supposed to be about nondiscrimination--the very last minute. Ranking Member Foxx offered an amendment to protect and not to discriminate against religious organizations. Guess what the majority did? They voted it down. Remember, this is supposed to be a bill about not discriminating, yet we vote this down. Although the bill sounds good, and as a woman--and I will say I am a woman--as a mother--and I am proud to be a mother--I was also pregnant and a worker. So I believe in fairness. I believe in nondiscrimination. I believe in protecting the rights of those individuals. But let's stop playing games in Congress. Let's actually start protecting the people who need protection, and let's get to work.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, today, I rise to be the voice for business owners in my district, who, again, have been kicked while they are down. This majority and President Biden insist people need more unemployment benefits. They don't. There is a record number of open jobs, more than 8 million, of which only 266,000 of those jobs have been filled. That means that this administration is incentivizing people not to work. For President Biden to suggest that we need to spend another $4 trillion on the backs of our children and grandchildren to get back to work is insane. The jobs are there. The incentives to take the jobs are not. This nationwide problem is impacting Michiganders. In fact, the biggest issue that I hear from business owners in my district is not about COVID or mask mandates or vaccines. They need workers. I am calling on the Speaker to actually go out into her district and learn what businesses actually need. They don't need more money. They don't need more stimulus. They need more employees.

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Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the North End-Sterling Heights VFW Post 6250. VFWs across the country provide sanctuaries of support for our nation's veterans. Post 6250 is no different. In their times of need, Post 6250 has been there for the veterans of Macomb County by assisting with the VA, providing wheelchairs and helping veterans restart their lives. This is only a drop in the bucket for what this post has done, and their assistance even extends to the widows of our fallen heroes. The men and women who serve are our nation's most selfless citizens, and they should have all the support they need when they come home. Luckily for the veterans of Macomb County, VFW Post 6250 has been their strong ally for a century. It is an honor to congratulate them on reaching this historic milestone, and I wish them many more years of dedicated service to our veterans.

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Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize a future leader of my community, Sarah Bussineau of Macomb, for being named the Michigan Association of Teacher Educators Secondary Grades Student Teacher of the Year for 2020. This award recognizes student teachers who have demonstrated outstanding performance during their student teaching tenure in an academic school year. Sarah's award-winning year took place at Cousino High School in Warren, where she taught band and choir students in grades 9-12. Sarah's achievement is all the more impressive when you think of the dual task student teachers face in balancing teaching with their own educational pursuits. As a student herself during this time, Sarah pursued a degree and graduated in December 2020 from Oakland University. She took on both the role of teacher and student with passion, dedication and commitment. I know there were probably bumps in the road, but I hope Sarah is able to recognize her hard work has paid off. Again, I congratulate Sarah on this well-deserved recognition. I wish her the best of luck as she begins her new job as a full-time teacher at St. Regis Catholic School in Bloomfield Hills, where she will teach general music, band and choir. I am confident Sarah will continue to excel and inspire in this exciting new role. We are proud of Sarah and we thank her for her dedication to our students, and we support her in her future endeavors.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, today I rise because of the double standards in this Chamber. Once again, this weekend we saw a Member of the majority openly call for more confrontation in a Minneapolis suburb. That very night there was a drive-by shooting in that community where police and National Guardsmen were targeted. If this were reversed, if this were said by a Republican, you know, Madam Speaker, that the majority in this Chamber would move to strip that Representative of their committees and possibly move to expel them from Congress. We have actually seen this before. If what President Trump said on January 6 was inciting a riot, then what do the words ``get more confrontational'' mean? Are those not the words someone would use if they wanted to incite more violence or insurrection? If the majority cares about this institution, and if the majority cares about our Nation, then they need to get their own house in order and tamp down this vile rhetoric.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in opposition of H.R. 7, the Paycheck Fairness Act. We don't need the government telling business how much they can pay their employees. Let's not forget that it is business that has lifted us out of poverty, not the government. As a former businesswoman who has actually signed the front of paychecks, not just the backs, what you do as an employee and what you produce as an employee matters, and what you produce should be reflected in your outcome, not your gender. Do not--please, do not insult me as a woman by lowering the bar for me. And please, do not insult me as a business owner for forcing me to lower the bar for my employees. Outcomes and hard work are what leads to success, not your gender. Gender discrimination is already against the law thanks to the Equal Pay Act. At a time when businesses are shutting their doors due to the pandemic, we should be creating jobs and incentivizing people to work.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise today because I am absolutely furious. Every single day, 5,000 new illegal aliens cross our southern border. Every single day, more men, more women and children are smuggled across our border and being trafficked. Every single day, the drug cartels and human traffickers are raping and abusing our women and children. One out of three of these women and children are being raped. I ask the administration this: How is that not a crisis? Madam Speaker, for almost 2 months, our Nation has refused to call this a crisis, what is occurring at our border. You cannot solve a problem unless you first admit there is a problem; and we have a problem. This bill today does nothing to solve that problem or even acknowledge that we have a problem. We, as a Congress, need to say in unison: We have a crisis at our border.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Kacie Cornett on being named the 2021 Youth Female Citizen of the Year by the Lapeer Area Chamber of Commerce. Kacie has already logged 150 hours of volunteer work in this school year despite COVID restrictions. She is a volunteer at the Paradise Animal Rescue, works with middle school girls through the ``Grow to Glow'' program, participated in charity runs, and is a member of the National Honor Society, Key Club, Art Club, Photography Club, and the Dance Club. Through all of this, she has been able to maintain a 4.16 GPA, ranking her 9th in her class. I thank Kacie for her tireless dedication and selfless service to the Lapeer community.

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Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Ramsay Coronado on being named the 2021 Adult Citizen of the Year by the Lapeer Area Chamber of Commerce. Ramsay has volunteered his time at the food pantry at Immaculate Conception church, the Church of Christ, Good Samaritans, Habitat Restore, Love INC, Families Helping Families, and the Lapeer Interfaith Community Association. I thank Ramsay for his tireless dedication and selfless service to the Lapeer community.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize to Kacie Cornett on being named the 2021 Youth Female Citizen of the Year by the Lapeer Area Chamber of Commerce. Kacie has logged 150 hours of volunteer work already in this school year despite COVID restrictions. She is a volunteer at the Paradise Animal Rescue, works with middle school girls through the ``Grow to Glow'' program, participated in charity runs, and is a member of the National Honor Society, Key Club, Art Club, Photography Club, and the Drama Club. Through all this she has been able to maintain a 4.16 GP/A, ranking her 9th in her class. I thank Kacie for her tireless dedication and selfless service to the Lapeer Community.

Mrs. McCLAIN

Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Jim and Debra Kranz on being named the 2021 Citizens of the Year by the Cass City Chamber of Commerce. Jim and Debra Kranz were former longtime owners of the Kranz Funeral Homes. In their free time, Jim and Debra are highly engaged in their community. Debra is a member of the Rotary Club, and the former president of the Cass City High School Band Boosters, as well as a former member of both the Hills and Dales General Hospital Board of Directors, and the Cass City Women's Club. Jim has been a member of the Cass City Downtown Development Authority and the Rotary Club. I thank Jim and Debra for their tireless dedication and selfless service to the Cass City Community.

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Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Raeven Periso on being named the 2021 Junior Citizen of the Year by the Cass City Chamber of Commerce. Raeven has volunteered at Northwood Meadows for banquets, the VFW Hall for Christmas in the Village, and for many other activities. Raeven is also the current Salutatorian and is preparing to become a registered nurse. I thank Raeven for the tireless dedication and selfless service given to the Cass City community.

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Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Samuel Howard on being named the 2021 Youth Male Citizen of the Year by the Lapeer Area Chamber of Commerce. Samuel is a founding member of the Lapeer Youth Council and the Lapeer City Superheroes. He was also involved with the LINKS peer-to-peer mentoring and support program for students on the Autism spectrum, as well as a volunteer for the Forever Friends Autism Resource Center bottle drive fundraiser, the annual Salvation Army Red Kettle bell ringing fundraiser, and the Lapeer High School Angel Closet cleanout. Through all this Samuel has been able to maintain a 4.2 GPA, ranking him 7th in his class. I thank Samuel for his tireless dedication and selfless service to the Lapeer Community.

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Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman from Oklahoma. I rise today to echo many of my colleagues in the call for unity and a peaceful transition of power. I say this as a believer in the Constitution and the fact that the election has been certified. First, the incitement of politically motivated violence that we saw last week is intolerable. Words have consequences, and, yes, the President could have done more. But I ask you this: Doesn't everybody need to play by the same rules? Let me highlight some other questionable statements. And I quote: ``Let's make sure we show up wherever we have to show up. And if you see anybody from that Cabinet in a restaurant, in a department store, at a gas station, you get out and you create a crowd, and you push back on them, and you tell them they are not welcome anymore, anywhere.'' That was not President Trump. Let me give you another one. ``I just don't even know why there aren't uprisings all over the country.'' Again, not President Trump. Can we all agree that at times our emotions get in the way because we love this country so much? But I ask you this: Whatever is good for one side, isn't it good for the other? We all have the same name on the front of our jersey, and that is the United States of America. We need to start acting like it and let our actions follow our words. Impeachment only incites more division. It does not provide unity. I offer a solution. I am ready to come together and get to work for this great country in which we live.