Floor Statements

Madam Speaker, I rise to honor the service of Rodney Wells, who has completed his Summer 2022 semester serving the people of Florida's 24th Congressional District. Rodney has proven to be a very capable young man and shows great promise for his future endeavors.

Rodney has assisted my office in various areas, including education policy, research, and constituent engagement. He has shown a great understanding of the legislative process and has demonstrated his ability to adapt and grasp various policy areas. Rodney has an excellent work ethic and excels in teamwork.

The son of Jocelyn and Rodney Wells, Sr., Rodney was raised in Jacksonville, Florida. A proud student at Florida State University, Rodney is motivated by a strong sense of social justice and politics. He has been appointed to the President's Council on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. He is also the Political Education Chair for the Black Student Union and Director of External Affairs for the Student Government Association.

Upon transitioning from his internship, Rodney plans to use the knowledge and experience gained in this internship to further his efforts around his commitment to fight and advocate for marginalized black communities.

On behalf of Florida's 24th Congressional District, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Rodney Wells for his accomplishments.

Madam Speaker, I rise to honor the service of Rose Cecchi, my intern who has completed her spring 2022 semester serving the people of Florida's 24th Congressional District. Rose has proven to be adaptable, quick witted, and dedicated.

Rose Cecchi is a rising senior at The Madeira School. She will attend college next year with the intention to study environmental science. During her time in this office, she spoke to constituents on a daily basis, corresponded with all democratic congressional offices, and attended briefings on various subjects. She has displayed a great work ethic and professionalism.

The daughter of Antonio Cecchi and Bobbi Jo Cecchi, Rose is from McLean, Virginia. She is the head of her school's Astronomy Club and will continue to lead it in her senior year. In her time as the head of the Astronomy Club, she organized events to stargaze and learn about astronomy. She also completed an internship at Garfield Elementary School. In this internship, she was a teacher's aide for a third-grade class.

Upon transitioning from her internship, Rose will complete a hiking trip in Alaska to learn about nature restoration. She hopes to use the knowledge she gains on her trip when studying environmental science in college.

On behalf of Florida's 24th Congressional District, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Rose Cecchi for her present and future accomplishments.

Mr. Speaker, had I been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on rollcall No. 401.

members recorded pursuant to house resolution 8, 117th congress

Babin (Jackson)

Bass (Neguse)

Blumenauer (Beyer)

Bourdeaux (Correa)

Brown (MD) (Trone)

Bush (Jeffries)

Carter (TX) (Weber (TX))

Casten (Neguse)

Cherfilus-McCormick (Neguse)

Crist (Wasserman Schultz)

DeSaulnier (Beyer)

Evans (Beyer)

Guthrie (Barr)

Jones (Beyer)

Kahele (Correa)

Kirkpatrick (Pallone)

Meeks (Jeffries)

Moore (WI) (Beyer)

Payne (Pallone)

Ruppersberger (Trone)

Rush (Bishop (GA))

Sires (Pallone)

Stevens (Kuster)

Stewart (Wenstrup)

Taylor (Fallon)

Thompson (CA) (Beyer)

Thompson (MS) (Bishop (GA))

Vargas (Correa)

Walorski (Banks)

Williams (GA) (Neguse)

Wilson (SC) (Norman)

Madam Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. This is just annoying to me that everyone on the Republican side is so concerned about the children before they are born, and once they are born, they want nothing to do with them.

So these children land in the hands of grandmama who is trying to raise them alone. The only time I see them is when they are on the floor fussing about grandmama's Social Security and her Medicare, trying to take away her food stamps while she is trying to take care of Nina's children, Jose's children, and all of these children. Shame on you. You have never carried a baby for 9 months. Shame, shame, shame.

Madam Speaker, from the 24th district of the great state of Florida, I rise today to recognize Dr. George A. Simpson, as he is honored by family and friends for his many contributions to Miami-Dade County and America.

Whereas, George Augustus Simpson was born on September 24, 1925, in New York, New York. He is a product of New York Public Schools having attended Townsend Harris High School. Dr. Simpson went on to receive a Bachelor of Science degree from City College of New York and a medical degree from Meharry Medical College; and

Whereas, Dr. Simpson served his country in the U.S. Army through Surgical Service. He is licensed to practice medicine in Florida, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Illinois. Dr. Simpson is the First Board Certified, Black general surgeon in the State of Florida. He went on to be an Instructor in Surgery at University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital where he was the first African American to perform major general surgery and to be on the teaching staff in General Surgery. He is a founding member of the Jackson Memorial's Service Employees International Union (SEIU), the first physician's union in Dade County. Dr. Simpson was a professor of Family Medicine from 1968 to 2000; and

Whereas, Dr. Simpson was very actively involved in his community through the Family Christian Association of America, the Coconut Grove Local Development Corporation, the Economic Opportunity Family Health Center, the New Horizons Local Development Corporation, the Alliance for Ethical Government, the Dade County Area Health Education Center, and many more community development corporations. He is an original Member of the Dade County Community Relations Board; and

Whereas, Dr. George Simpson's involvement in the community also included his work with community development as an owner, developer, Board Chairman, Board Member, and manager. This work resulted in the construction of over 250 affordable housing and homeless living units throughout Miami-Dade County; and now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That I, Frederica S. Wilson, a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida, honor Dr. George Simpson for all his contributions to the medical field, Miami-Dade County, and our country.

Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Glenda Baskin Glover.

Dr. Glover is a native of Memphis, Tennessee. As the daughter of a civil rights activist and from a family immersed in the Movement, she determined early that education and equal justice were important for all people of color. She began her educational development as a student at Tennessee State University, where she majored in mathematics. After graduating with honors with a Bachelor of Science degree, she earned the Master of Business Administration at Clark Atlanta University in 1976. She completed her doctorate in business from George Washington University in 1990 and completed her law degree from the Georgetown University Law Center in 1994. She is a certified public accountant, a licensed attorney, and one of a handful of African American women to hold the Ph.D.-CPA-J.D. combination in the United States.

Dr. Glenda Baskin Glover returned to her alma mater to serve as President of Tennessee State University on January 2, 2013. She is the institution's eighth and first female president. She has advanced a five-point vision that includes: academic progress and customer service, fund raising and partnerships, diversity and inclusion, shared governance, and business outreach. Under President Glover's leadership, the University's academic offerings have increased to 45 bachelor's degrees, 24 master's degrees and seven doctorate degrees.

I salute this effort to close opportunity and access gaps for historically underrepresented students in colleges and universities. TSU is continuing to show that institutions can be hubs for providing pathways to access post-secondary educational instruction, connect students with emerging economic opportunities, and inspire them to fulflll their promise and potential.

In addition to her academic success, Dr. Glover is the International President and CEO of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, the oldest Greek-letter organization established by African American college women. Dr. Glover leads the prestigious 114-year-old organization of nearly 300,000 members and 1026 chapters located all over the world.

I am thankful to President Dr. Glenda Glover and the entire university team for providing students with the opportunity of a lifetime to pursue a higher education and run toward their dreams at Tennessee State University.

Madam Speaker, I rise today, as a former school board member, to honor and welcome Dr. Jose L. Dotres as the newly appointed Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-

Madam Speaker, I rise to honor the service and accomplishments of Meagan Holland, a committed public servant who worked in my office as Press Secretary and Digital Director. During her tenure, Meagan has spearheaded the implementation of innovative strategies to expand my office's digital outreach and better engage the constituents of Florida's 24th congressional district. I thank Meagan for her calm demeanor, unwavering professionalism, and extensive expertise.

Meagan has been an integral member of my Washington, D.C. office and has meaningfully contributed with her strong writing skills, creativity, and skilled use of digital media software. In her capacity as lead communications

staffer, she drafted speeches, opinion articles, and statements, produced digital media content, and communicated with members of the national and South Florida press.

Meagan hails from South Carolina and is a graduate of Winthrop University, located in the city of Rock Hill. She has previously served as a public-school English teacher and is the proud daughter of Anthony and Amy Holland.

On behalf of Florida's 24th Congressional District, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Meagan Holland for her extraordinary accomplishments and commitment to public service.

Madam Speaker, I rise to honor the service and accomplishments of Devin Wilcox, my outstanding legislative assistant who's transitioning from my office to pursue a new opportunity. Devin joined my staff in 2019, after working in the private sector as a policy analyst. Since then, Devin has blossomed into an extraordinary policy wonk and leader.

Devin has been instrumental in my work to demonstrably change the lives of Black men and boys and improve our nation's infrastructure. Devin's legislative and political acumen were instrumental in building support for my recently enacted Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys Act. Devin also worked closely with transportation stakeholders on my priorities that were included in the Infrastructure Jobs and Investment Act.

Additionally, Devin has created pipelines for diverse students to access coveted internship, fellowship, and employment opportunities on Capitol Hill. Understandably, he has earned the respect of his colleagues and stakeholders alike.

Devin was born and raised in Florida City, Florida. He's a product of the Miami-Dade County Public School system and earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Florida International University in 2014.

On behalf of Florida's 24th Congressional District, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Devin Wilcox for his extraordinary accomplishments, commitment to public service, and for being a trailblazer.

Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and legacy of Dr. Fatima Zafar, a beloved, wife, mother, physician, and medical leader in Miami-Dade County.

Whereas, Fatima Zafar, MD was born on October 20, 1941, in Hyderabad, India, the first of six children. She was inspired by her father as she watched him, a middle-class contractor working for the government, tirelessly helping those in need, including buying food with his own money to feed the poor, and always encouraging his children to help others. Fatima's upbringing also included accompanying missionaries to the countryside to administer smallpox vaccines. She witnessed women seeking medical help from nuns at a time when they were prohibited from seeing male doctors. These experiences intrigued Fatima. Her fascination with the process of healing contributed to the seeds of compassion and doing for others sown into her life; and

Whereas, Fatima was very athletic and very active in high school sports. With her father's encouragement, she turned that focus to science and medical classes, and was subsequently accepted at the Osmania University Medical School. Upon graduation she completed her residency in Obstetrics/Gynecology, at the Muslim Maternity and General Hospital where she was in charge for three years; and

Whereas, Fatima and Ferrukh met and were later married, had two daughters, and journeyed to Miami, Florida where Fatima completed a residency in Psychiatry at Jackson Memorial Hospital and became a Diplomat of the American Board of Family Practice; and

Whereas, in 1980 Fatima was hired as Chief Medical Officer for the Economic Opportunity Family Health Center, Inc. (EOFHC), at a time when EOFHC was located in one of the poorest neighborhoods in Miami-Dade County and was just a collection of trailers. The medical leadership which she provided over 28 years has been unparalleled including distinctions such as, but not limited to, leading her medical team in providing care for one of the first HIV/AIDS cases in Miami-Dade; building the first brick and mortar site for the Center; expanding the accessibility and convenience of high quality care provided by EOFHC by opening six primary care sites; establishing the Jefferson Reaves House as one of the first substance abuse treatment programs for women and their children; establishing programs for effective management of chronic illnesses; establishing a fund through the Jessie Trice Community Health Foundation to supplement the costs of pharmaceuticals for patients unable to pay. For the following twelve years she focused on family medical services and specialty services in the health system; and

Whereas, Fatima relocated in 2020 to New Jersey to be near family after the passing of her husband. Even after relocating to New Jersey, up until one week before her own passing on July 4, 2021, she continued her commitment to touch and to heal, and to provide the highest quality of care to the most vulnerable patients served by EOFHC, by providing telehealth services for ongoing management of chronic illnesses and also providing psychiatric consultation; and

Whereas, Fatima leaves behind her two daughters, peers, mentors, staff and thousands of patients who were all inspired by her life and legacy of healing, giving, and love for all mankind, including the least of these; and

Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson, a member of the United States House of Representatives representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida, am honored to recognize the naming of the main site of the Jessie Trice Community Health System, Inc. for the late Dr. Fatima Zafar, and to recognize her for her commitment, dedication, and the outstanding medical leadership that she has provided to our community.

Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Major General William J. Walker, the 38th House Sergeant at Arms and the first Black person to serve as the chamber's top security official.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Walker holds degrees from the University of Illinois at Chicago (BA), Chicago State University (MS), National Intelligence University (MS), and American University (MA). He completed the National and International Security Program at Harvard University, the National Security Studies Program at George Washington University, the Seminar XXI Foreign Politics, International Relations, and the National Interest Fellowship at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

He has been awarded nearly two dozen medals and badges for his 39 years of military service. He was appointed as a senior intelligence officer in 2009, holding final post as deputy assistant administrator for Strategic Warning at DEA headquarters.

Walker served as vice chair on the board of directors of the Young Marines, a military affiliated non-profit organization that serves more than 10,000 boys and girls. He also is a member of several community organizations including Alpha Phi Alpha and Sigma Pi Phi fraternities.

As the 23rd commanding general of the District of Columbia National Guard, Walker led deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, Guantanamo Bay, Poland and Saudi Arabia. He has overseen the 113th Wing, served at the Pentagon, and as chair of the National Guard Bureau's Joint Diversity Executive Council.

Walker played a central role in restoring control following the Capitol siege on January 6. His expertise will go a long way toward restoring our faith in safety we once took for granted. Further, he is committed to empowering males of color to achieve their dreams. He is newly inducted into the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project and was bestowed the Breaking the Glass Ceiling Award.

Madam Speaker, please join me in honoring Major General William J. Walker for his decades of public service and for answering your call to ``bring his steady and patriotic leadership'' to this critical new role.

Madam Speaker, from the 24th district of the great state of Florida, I rise today to recognize Antioch Missionary Baptist Church as they celebrate and dedicate the completion of their new church building and campus, the ``Dwelling Place.''

Founded in 1957, Antioch opened the doors of its first church building in 1961. Because of the growing congregation, construction of a larger building was necessary and began in 1973 and was completed in 1985. Antioch's membership continued to increase requiring the construction of a 2,000-seat sanctuary and administrative building which was completed in 1998.

In 1991, Pastor Arthur Jackson, III, became Senior Pastor of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. Under his leadership, ``20/20 Vision'' a capital stewardship campaign was launched. ``20/20 Vision,'' a five- year plan was initiated in an effort to accommodate the growing membership by constructing a larger worship center, the ``Dwelling Place.'' The ``Dwelling Place'' includes a 3,000-seat worship center and adds 56,000 square feet to the campus.

The completion of construction of this new building is a great feat to commemorate, as the congregation has been able to persevere through such difficult times during the Corona virus pandemic. After a year and a half of virtual services, Antioch's in-person services will resume in the new sanctuary. The ``Dwelling Place'' will make Antioch one of the largest churches in South Florida.

Under the leadership of Pastor Arthur Jackson, III, the church has been able to fulfill their ``20/20 Vision'' of building a campus that will glorify God throughout the entire process, expand and enhance the ministry and programs designed to advance God's Kingdom, and build in a manner which good stewardship will be exemplified.

Reverend Arthur Jackson, III has served as Senior Pastor/Teacher of the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, since March 8, 1991. A native of South Florida, Pastor Jackson is the son of Reverend and Mrs. Arthur Jackson, Jr. Pastor Jackson was licensed as a Minister on October 9, 1988, at the New Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Miami, Florida where he served as an Associate Minister under the leadership of his father, Rev. Arthur Jackson, Jr.

A man of great character, integrity, wisdom, and counsel, Pastor Jackson's consistent obedience to God has taken the Antioch congregation from the ``Faithful Fifty'' to a blossoming ministry of over 7,000 that continues to grow at record pace.

The Antioch Missionary Baptist Church is a Word-centered ministry existing to evangelize the lost, to equip and empower God's people, and to lead them to eternal salvation in Christ Jesus.

Antioch Missionary Baptist Church has two locations in South Florida with campuses in Miami Gardens and Fort Lauderdale.

Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues and all Americans to please join me in recognizing the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church for its contributions and commitment to the citizens of our community, state and country.

Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and legacy of Mother Pearlie Mae Strange, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, friend, devout Christian, and prayer warrior.

Mother Strange was born on April 1, 1934 in Miami, Florida to the James and Arizona Joseph. Her upbringing was grounded by loving, hardworking parents, and a strong foundation in the home which was built upon Mathews 19:19, ``Honor thy father and thy mother,'' and the old saying, ``A family that prays together stays together.'' As the second of eleven siblings she assumed a nurturing and motherly role at an early age, and she used that same unselfish love from her parents and the strong foundation upon which her values were built to guide her in carrying out those roles.

By Divine Providence, Mother Strange met and later married the love of her life, Reverend Dr. Willie Lee Strange, Sr. and on May 2, 1955 the two were joined in holy matrimony. They were blessed with ten children, who blessed them with 27 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 3 great-great children and an additional great-great grandchild on the way.

As a loving and encouraging wife, Mother Strange supported her husband throughout his pastoral walk and served as First Lady of Covenant Missionary Baptist Church, New Mt. Moriah Holy Cross Missionary Baptist Church, and Greater Holy Cross Missionary Baptist church. She served in other areas of the Ministry including the Pastor Aid Board, the Women's Ministry, the Youth Ministry, and Sunday School Teacher.

Mother Strange later joined New Jerusalem Primitive Baptist Church under the leadership of Elder Dr. Kenneth A. Duke, Sr., where she served as Church Mother. In 2007, upon the pastoral installation of her son, Rev. Dr. Billy

W.L. Strange, Jr., she transferred her membership to Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church where, as an avid prayer warrior, she faithfully served in the Prayer Line Ministry and in the capacity of President of the Mother's Board until her passing.

Mother Strange matriculated through the Miami-Dade County Public School System. In her later years, after fulfilling the command to ``train up a child . . .'', she pursued a personal lifelong dream of becoming a Beautician. She enrolled in the Cosmetology Program at Miami Jackson Technical School and later obtained her Certificate as a Licensed Florida Cosmetologist in 1982. God blessed the works of her hands as she pursued her passion in the beauty industry by working at several salons, including the Theatrical Beauty Salon under the tutelage of the late Mrs. Ella Moncur. Mother Strange fulfilled her lifelong dream and established her own home-based salon.

Mother Pearlie Mae Strange was preceded in death by her husband, parents, four children, two grandsons, and four brothers. She leaves precious memories to be cherished by her sons: Rev. Billy W.L. Strange, Jr., Mareiece Strange (Earnestina), Larry Strange and Donald Strange; daughters Agnes Strange (Andy), Marva Bates (Michael), and Tonia Dudley (Billy); devoted sisters Luella Page, Francis Williams and Genice Scott; dedicated brothers Glenroy Joseph, Terry Joseph, Sr. (Diana) and Ernest Davis.

Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues and all Americans to please join me in honoring the late Mother Pearlie Mae Strange for her untiring love and dedication to her family and her community, and for her strong walk in Christian faith as she has dedicated her life to helping others.

Madam Speaker, from the 24th Congressional District of the great State of Florida, it is my honor to rise to honor Marcel Rivas for his extraordinary work in adoption, permanency, and child welfare.

It was truly my privilege to nominate him for the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute's Angel in Adoption award. Adoption gives hopeful parents an opportunity to raise a child they wouldn't have otherwise. It also provides children with loving families and hope for the future.

Over the course of his 27-year career as a child welfare professional, which includes 21 years at the Children's Home Society of Florida, Marcel has helped more than 3,000 children find their forever families. He also streamlined countywide systems to expedite permanency via adoptions and worked with the child welfare system of care partners, advocating locally and statewide for, and on behalf of, adoptive families to ensure their voices are valued and heard.

I applaud him for the particular time and attention that he has devoted to children with special needs and minority populations, who unfortunately are harder to place, but also have the greatest need for a safe and secure home environment.

At Citrus Family Care Network, he oversees the education department, as well as the largest Transitioning Youth Services Department in Florida, serving hundreds of young adults, ages 18 to 23, who have aged out of foster care.

This is a critical and pivotal point in these young lives, and as a former educator and someone who has advocated on behalf of children throughout my entire career. I am grateful that they have Marcel to help guide them to reach their full potential.

I thank Marcel Rivas for his hard work, dedication and all of the joy that he has helped bring to thousands of families. He truly is an angel.

Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues, my constituents of the 24th Congressional District of the great State of Florida, the residents of Miami-Dade and all Americans to please join me in celebrating Marcel Rivas' remarkable achievements.

Madam Speaker, from the 24th district of the great state of Florida, I rise today to commemorate the 90th Birthday of Dr. Enid Pinkney.

Whereas, Enid Curtis Pinkney was born October 15, 1931, in the city of Miami's Overtown neighborhood. She is the third of four children born to Bahamian parents, Lenora and Henry Curtis. She graduated from the all-black Booker T. Washington High School in 1949 and went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from Talladega College (Talladega, Alabama) in Social Science. She continued her education and earned a Master of Science degree from Barry University (Miami, Florida) in Guidance and Counseling and an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Humane Letters from St. Thomas University (Miami, Florida). Dr. Pinkney served on the Executive Board of the National Alumni Association of Talladega College, has been inducted into the Talladega College Hall of Fame, and received the Southern Regional Outstanding Alumni award from the National Alumni of Talladega College. The Enid Curtis Pinkney Humanitarian Awards Luncheon was named in her honor by the Miami Talladega College Alumni Association; and

Whereas, due to her civic involvement and knowledge as a historian, Dr. Pinkney was featured in Miami in Our Own Words, by the Miami Herald, Profiles of Miami by the University of Miami, and has been a columnist for The Miami Times. She wrote a chapter in Miami's Historic Neighborhoods entitled ``Brownsville.'' Dr. Pinkney conducted the African American Research for Burials in the City Cemetery, 1896 through 1990. She produced the television program Resurrection: Blacks Buried in the City Cemetery for WPXM TV and a twelve-part series on Historical Perspectives of Brownsville for WLRN TV; and

Whereas, Dr. Pinkney worked aggressively over the years to ensure that the role of African Americans in Miami's history is acknowledged and preserved. She appeared in several documentaries detailing Miami's history including Golden Side of the Tracks, a film Documentary about ``Overtown,'' which was directed by David Weintraub. More recently she appeared in a Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. documentary regarding his visits to Miami, Florida, produced by WLRN TV and directed by Mia Lorenzo. Dr. Pinkney also produced the documentary the Hampton House which aired on WLRN TV; and

Whereas, Dr. Pinkney worked as a social worker from 1953 to 1955, after which she worked in the Dade County Public School System until she retired, in 1991, as Assistant Principal at South Miami Middle School. In the mid-1980s, she joined the Dade Heritage Trust historic preservation organization, and in 1998 was elected the first black president of the Trust leading the community in saving the Miami Circle from demolition. She also served as the first African American president of Natives of Dade. Under Dr. Pinkney's leadership, the Virginia Key Beach Park Trust prevented the City of Miami from building an Ecotourist Resort on ``Colored'' Beach. Her strong faith in God led her to become a founding and charter member of The Church of The Open Door, (Congregational) United Church of Christ, where she served as its first clerk. Dr. Pinkney was a member of the Board of Directors of the Florida Conference of the United Church of Christ for two terms, and served on the Executive Council, the Board of Common Services, and General Ministries; and

Whereas, Dr. Pinkney is a recipient of the ``Distinguished Alumni Award'' from the National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education. She served as Founding President/CEO of The Historic Hampton House Community Trust, Inc. where she saved the Historic Hampton House Motel from demolition, and persuaded Miami Dade County to buy the building to restore it. Today, it is the only motel in Miami from the days of segregation. Dr. Pinkney is now President Emeritus of the Historic Hampton House; and

Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson, a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida, am proud to recognize Dr. Enid Pinkney on her 90th birthday.