On the recordMarch 9, 2020
Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize the 100th birthday of Joseph Somma from North Cape May, south Jersey, on March 9. Joseph is a World War II combat veteran who served in the Coast Guard from 1942 to 1945. He was on the USS Charlottesville PF-25 in the Pacific theater. He was awarded numerous and prestigious service medals during his service. Joseph has stayed politically active his entire life and has voted in the last 18 Presidential elections. Every single day, Joseph proudly flies his American flag off of his deck. Joseph, you put the great in the Greatest Generation. You have lived a life of honor and distinction, and you and your family should be proud of all of the accomplishments in your amazing life. Some people look to actors, sports stars or--heaven forbid-- politicians as heroes. I look to folks like Joseph for inspiration as a true American hero. Thank you, and I hope your celebration with your family and friends brings you a tremendous amount of joy. ____________________
