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On the recordJuly 20, 2010
Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize an outstanding constituent and a dedicated public servant, Ana Sotorrio, who will be retiring after 30 years of public service. As the associate aviation director for Miami-Dade County, Ana has worked tirelessly to ensure that Miami International Airport remains one of the finest airports in the world. As a recipient of the International Women in Business award, Ana must be commended for receiving this distinguished and prestigious award last year. Her exceptional leadership in promoting and enhancing trade and international business between Miami International Airport and the Americas is truly inspiring. In addition, Ana's advocacy on Capitol Hill helped Miami International Airport become the Nation's number one international cargo airport and the number two international passenger airport. Ana, enjoy your well-deserved retirement and your extra time with family and friends. Mr. Speaker, speaking of wonderful people who deserve our congratulations, I would like to recognize all of the caring teachers in my South Florida community and commend them for their wonderful contributions to the development of our children. As a woman who has been on all sides of our education system, as a student, as a former Florida certified teacher, as a recipient of a doctorate from the University of Miami in education, and as a proud parent and grandmother, I truly know how instrumental and exceptional a teacher can be.…

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