Political Quotes

“today I have the distinct pleasure to introduce legislation that would redesignate the Old Federal Courthouse in Miami, FL, the ``David W. Dyer Federal Courthouse.'' Residing behind the bench for over 30 years, Judge Dyer distinguished himself as one of the finest jurists in the State of Florida, and his commitment to public service dates back to his service in the U.S. Army during World War II. In 1961, President John F. Kennedy appointed him to the District Court for the Southern District of Florida. At the time the Southern District included Tampa, Jacksonville, and Miami. The following year the district was pared down and he became the initial chief judge of the reconfigured Southern District. Judge Dyer would continue to serve in this capacity for the next 4 years. President Lyndon Johnson then appointed him to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit in 1966. This marked the first time that anyone from Miami had been honored with the opportunity to serve on the court of appeals. In 1977, Judge Dyer rose to the position of senior judge for the fifth circuit and carried this status over into the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. During the turbulent 1960's, Judge Dyer participated in a number of civil rights cases. This period was an era when the Federal courts were called to implement the constitutional ideal of equal justice under the law for all Americans. It was a proud time in our legal history and Judge Dyer is part of that legacy.”