May 2, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 72 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E527]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                         HONORING ROGER ADDISON

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                       HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON

                      of the district of columbia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 2, 2019

  Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to ask the House of 
Representatives to join me in honoring Roger Addison, who served as a 
dedicated employee of the House of Representatives for 31 years under 
six Clerks of the House.
  Born at D.C. General Hospital, Roger is a true Washingtonian. He 
began his tenure as a busboy and dishwasher in the Longworth cafeteria 
before becoming a laborer in House Furnishings. Having worked as a D.C. 
cab driver and chauffeur, Roger then became a driver under former House 
Clerk Donnald K. Anderson.
  Roger took computer classes and secured a position as a Public 
Information Specialist in the newly formed Legislative Resource Center. 
In time, Roger was promoted to Registration and Compliance Clerk.
  He met his wife, Cassandra, while walking in the Longworth tunnel, 
and he will tell you it was love at first sight. They have been married 
for 18 years. They raised six children and have 11 grandchildren. 
Cassandra is responsible for convincing Roger to start wearing bowties, 
now his signature look.
  Outside of the House, Roger is an avid golfer and often vacations 
with his family in the Carolinas. He loves to travel, and, as many of 
his colleagues will attest, he famously holds down the dance floor 
during the Clerk's annual holiday party. He is a deacon at Ambassador 
Baptist Church, and he is a Mason.
  Roger is affectionately known as the ``Mayor of Capitol Hill.'' He 
will be missed by his colleagues and the Members who have come to know 
him. We all wish him the best in his well-deserved retirement.
  Madam Speaker, I ask the House of Representatives to join me in 
recognizing Roger Addison for his service and dedication.

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