Mike Doyle: “as a proud graduate of the Penn State Class of 1975 and as the only current Democratic Member of Congress to have…”

“as a proud graduate of the Penn State Class of 1975 and as the only current Democratic Member of Congress to have graduated from Pennsylvania State University, it gives me great pleasure to honor a great institution of Pennsylvania and college football, Coach Joseph Paterno. As an original cosponsor of this legislation, want to extend my heartfelt appreciation and admiration for JoPa's achievements in athletics and academics. Today, we are considering House Resolution 276, praising Joseph Paterno for his steadfast commitment to academics, service, and citizenship. Additionally, Coach Paterno has managed to win 324 college football games during his tenure in Happy Valley, surpassing football legends like Paul ``Bear'' Bryant and Pop Warner. On the way to achieving this unprecedented milestone, JoPa has led the Nittany Lions to 19 bowl victories, more than any other Divison 1-A football coach in history, and was selected by the National Football Foundation and the College Football Hall of Fame to receive the prestigious ``Distinguished American'' Award, becoming the first active football coach ever to receive the award.”