When Congress founded the EOC in 1965 during the War against Poverty, I am sure that Biz's is the kind of leadership that members of Congress envisioned: one of determination and cooperation and courage.

Indeed, Mr. Speaker, Rabbi Joseph P. Weinberg is still alive. He may no longer be physically among us, but his spirit and legacy live on.

Mr. Speaker, this weekend, the nation lost one of its foremost religious and spiritual leaders, Rabbi Joseph P. Weinberg.

Rabbi Weinberg distinguished himself not only for his Jewish scholarship and the pastoral care he devoted to his congregation, but as a champion in the fights for civil rights, racial understanding, and religious tolerance.

Rabbi Weinberg told his congregants to rejoice that 'we are still here. Still alive, to stand for causes that are just . . . to bear witness to the majesty of the human soul. Still alive!'

Mr. Speaker, I am inspired by the A.M.E. Church's service and dedication to the city of Santa Barbara.

I was honored to join the A.M.E. Church this past weekend in celebrating 96 years of fellowship.

I thank the congregation for all that it has done through the years and wish many more years of success to the St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church.

Mr. Speaker, I rise to bring to the attention of my colleagues an extraordinary church that is celebrating 96 years of service to the community of Santa Barbara--the St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church.

The church has shown a commitment and vision that continues to be a beacon of hope to our community.

This tax policy has greatly improved the quality of life for millions of middle class families across our nation.