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“THE PASSING OF JOHN DOAR” mentioning the U.S. Dept. of Justice was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E1562 on Nov. 13, 2014.
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THE PASSING OF JOHN DOAR
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HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR.
of michigan
in the house of representatives
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in memoriam of John Doar, who passed away at the age of 92, this past Tuesday, November 11th, 2014.
A courageous advocate, a brilliant legal mind, and a remarkable public servant--Mr. Doar will remain an inspiration to everyone who has made and who will make the pursuit of justice their life's work. His accomplishments are such that they cannot seem but exaggerations--but because they are not--I feel the need to stand before you and recognize a colleague who did so much for so many.
As a member of the House Judiciary Committee, I was fortunate to have worked with Mr. Doar many times--first during his time as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Justice, and later when he served as Special Counsel during the investigation and impeachment in the House of President Nixon.
I remember Mr. Doar as someone of fierce determination and true integrity. A Lincoln Republican--he served two Democratic Presidents and impeached a Republican one--without ever changing his party affiliation.
But more than an adviser, he was an active participant in making history. He was a firm defender of our national ideals, and he fought their perversion with every tool at his disposal.
As one of the architects of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, he helped ensure that every American had the opportunity to fully participate in our society and our democracy.
As an attorney and advocate for the American people, he fought to integrate the University of Mississippi, and secured the first conviction of white persons for violent crimes against black persons in the history of Mississippi.
As a believer in law and the power of non-violence, he stood between protesters and police on the edge of confrontation in the wake of Medgar Evers funeral.
In every action he brought credit to his profession, to the government, and to the promise of our nation.
It is has been my privilege to have worked with Mr. Doar for so many years, and it has been America's privilege to have had his service. His example will serve as a benchmark for generations of public servants to come.
On behalf of a grateful nation, I extend my sincere thanks and condolences to his family and loved ones.
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