CTP on House Floor - Congressman Ted Poe joins KaDee Strickland at a fundraiser supporting Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network(RAINN). - Congressman Ted Poe joins KaDee Strickland at an event sponsored by RAINN in order to raise awareness of sexual assault. Col. Sam Johnson - Congressman Ted Poe joins Hargrave Highschool's ROTC at the City of Huffman's Veteran's Day Luncheon - Congressman Ted Poe joins Hargrave Highschool's ROTC at the City of Huffman's Veteran's Day Luncheon Congressman Ted Poe joins Miranda and Mason Bozzo in honoring their grandfather at the Northeast Christian Academy's Veteran's Day Celebration - Congressman Ted Poe joins Miranda and Mason Bozzo in honoring their grandfather at Northeast Christian Academy on Veteran's Day Congressman Ted Poe speaking at a briefing for Iran's Pro-Democracy Movement and U.S. Policy - Congressman Ted Poe speaking at a briefing for Iran's Pro-Democracy Movement and U.S. Policy Congressman Ted Poe joins Zapata County sheriffs during a trip to Falcon Lake - Congressman Ted Poe joins Zapata County sheriffs during a trip to Falcon Lake Congressman Ted Poe visits with seniors from Chiquapin High School during their visit to D.C. - Congressman Ted Poe visits with seniors from Chiquapin High School during their visit to D.C. Congressman Ted Poe signs a pocket Constitution for a member of Boyscout Troop 355 - Congressman Ted Poe signs a pocket Constitution for a member of Boyscout Troop 355 Congressman Ted Poe with members of the Highlands Chamber of Commerce - Congressman Ted Poe with members of the Highlands Chamber of Commerce Texas fallen soldier Sgt. Calvin Harrison is honored at his funeral procession - Texas fallen soldier Sgt. Calvin Harrison is honored at his funeral procession Congressman Ted Poe with Kingwood Park FFA seniors - Congressman Ted Poe with Kingwood Park FFA seniors The Kingwood High School football team - The Kingwood High School football team Congressman Ted Poe joins the Crosby Chamber of Commerce Board at a Chamber meeting - Congressman Ted Poe joins the Crosby Chamber of Commerce Board at a Chamber meeting SSGT Jesse Ainsworth - CTP on boat - Poe in plane - Game Warden - CTP with Sheriffs - CTP with Dayton Football Players - CTP at EMC Rotary - Kingwood Park FFA - Kingwood Park FFA CTP with Broncos Players - SGT Harrison Funeral Procession - \CTP with Boy Scouts.JPG - Congressman Ted Poe joins Dayton High School football players for the coin toss at the Homecoming game. - Congressman Ted Poe joins Dayton High School football players for the coin toss at the Homecoming game. CTP and Sigi - CTP and Sigi Poe Leads Gulf Coast Delegation - Poe Leads Gulf Coast Delegation Congressman Ted Poe joins Scout Troop 355 in Spring, Texas. - Congressman Ted Poe joins Scout Troop 355 in Spring, Texas. Medal of Honor recipient David McNerney passed away October 10th at age 79. The Texas hero is pictured here with Congressman Ted Poe on Veteran's Day in 2005. - Medal of Honor recipient David McNerney passed away October 10th at age 79. The Texas hero is pictured here with Congressman Ted Poe on Veteran's Day in 2005. Congressman Ted Poe at National Night Out in Kingwood - Congressman Ted Poe at National Night Out in Kingwood Congressman Ted Poe joins Navy cadets in honor fallen soldier Sgt. Calvin Harrison at his flag waving ceremony in Cleveland, TX - Congressman Ted Poe joins Navy cadets in honor fallen soldier Sgt. Calvin Harrison at his flag waving ceremony in Cleveland, TX Sgt. Calvin Harrison - U.S. Army, 3/11/1979 - 9/29/2010, Cleveland, TX. Green Berets are a special type of soldier. You have to be the best of the best: smart, tough, and an almost supernatural strength of will. Their qualification and training process is the toughest in the business: not just anyone can be a Green Beret. Everything is tested, from your language ability to physical fitness to your most basic but most difficult task: survival. They push you to your max and when you are just about to break, they push you harder. The training is so hard because they know what you are going to face: impossible, top-secret missions that must be done. But when you get through it all you have a physical and mental toughness that can survive even the most extreme conditions. You are not just a soldier- you are a true warrior. That’s what Sergeant First Class Calvin B. Harrison was- a true warrior. Harrison’s awards and decorations include the Purple Heart, the Meritorious Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, two Army Achievement Medals, Army Good Conduct Medal (third award), National Defense Service Medal, Kosovo Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, the Iraq Campaign Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon with numeral three, Army Service Ribbon, Special Forces Tab, Combat Infantryman Badge and Parachutist Badge. CTP with Border Patrol Sheriffs - Congressman Ted Poe joins the Houston Police Department in Kingwood at National Night Out - Congressman Ted Poe joins the Houston Police Department in Kingwood at National Night Out Congressman Ted Poe in Afghanistan in the cockpit of a C130 - Congressman Ted Poe in Afghanistan in the cockpit of a C130 CTP w/ TX Sheriffs - Congressman Ted Poe visits with Texas warriors serving in Iraq - Congressman Ted Poe visits with Texas warriors serving in Iraq Congressman Ted Poe joins former POW Bob Mhoon at the National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony at City Hall in downtown Houston - Congressman Ted Poe joins former POW Bob Mhoon at the National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony at City Hall in downtown Houston Congressman Ted Poe joins former POW Bob Mhoon at the National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony at City Hall in downtown Houston - Congressman Ted Poe joins former POW Bob Mhoon at the National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony at City Hall in downtown Houston CTP with Coleman Godwin - CTP Talks Spending - CTP Talks Government Spending - Green Card TH - CTP talks 2010 Spending - Dollar Image - Dollar Chart - 42 cents for every dollar chart Crosby Boy Scouts help Congressman Poe kick-off a town hall meeting - Crosby Boy Scouts help Congressman Poe kick-off a town hall meeting Congressman Poe speaks with Harris County Constables at a town hall in Spring - Congressman Poe speaks with Harris County Constables at a town hall in Spring Congressman Poe Talks Border Security with constituents at Atascocita town hall meeting - Congressman Poe Talks Border Security with constituents at Atascocita town hall meeting Congressman Poe's Staff visit Gator Country in Beaumont, TX - Congressman Poe's Staff visit Gator Country in Beaumont, TX Congressman Ted Poe Presents Bronze Star to the Family of WWII Veteran Thomas Reynolds - Rep. Poe with Mr. Reynolds’ wife, Thelma Reynolds; sons: Tommy, Larry and Craig Reynolds; daughter: Gail Gallien. Sheriff Gonzalez from Zapata county, Tx provided attendees with firsthand experiences on the Texas - Mexico border at Congressman Poe’s Townhall meeting. - Sheriff Gonzalez from Zapata county, Tx provided attendees with firsthand experiences on the Texas - Mexico border at Congressman Poe’s Townhall meeting. Congressman Ted Poe joins Sgt. Harrison and Lt. Inocencio from Harris County Sheriff's Office at the July 31 Townhall. - Congressman Ted Poe joins Sgt. Harrison and Lt. Inocencio from Harris County Sheriff's Office at the July 31 Townhall. One of six Humvees that Congressman Poe helped obtain for Texas Border Sheriffs - One of six Humvees that Congressman Poe helped obtain for Texas Border Sheriffs Staff Sgt. Jesse Ainsworth - U.S. Army, 9/17/1985 - 7/10/2010, Dayton, TX. Staff Sergeant Jesse Ainsworth gave his life fighting terrorists on a battlefield in a far, faraway, desolate land near Kandahar in Afghanistan on July 10, 2010. He died from injuries caused by an IED. He was 24 years of age. He was an American warrior, and he was born in Texas and Jesse was an all American boy. He loved to hunt and fish in the woods near his home in Dayton, Texas. And after attending Dayton High School, he joined the United States Army. He was a team leader with the 1st Squadron, 71st Cavalry Regiment of the 10th Mountain Division out of Ft. Drum. Jesse served two combat tours in Iraq before deploying to Afghanistan. He re-enlisted after his second tour of duty in Iraq and then that is why he went to Afghanistan. Jesse loved the Army, he loved his country, and he loved being a soldier. He was doing what he wanted to do. He was an Army man. Jesse is survived by his wife, Sarah; their 6-month old daughter, Lanna Rose; and his daughter, Lexie, who is three; Jesse's mother, Margeret; and stepfather, Wesley; and Jesse's two sisters, Rebecca and Shane. It has been said what we have done for ourselves dies with us. What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal. Staff Sergeant Jesse Ainsworth is that rare breed, that American breed that lived and died for something bigger than himself. We honor his life and his sacrifice. Texas Humvee - The outside of one of the six humvees secured for Texas Border Sheriffs. Texas Border Humvee - One of the six humvees obtained through the Department of Defense. Humvee - The interior of a Humvee secured by Rep. Poe for Texas Border Sheriffs. Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training - Congressman Ted Poe joins Houston Police Department at the unveiling of the Boeing 737 that Congressman Poe helped the department acquire for training Congressman Poe receives an award at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Heroes Lunch - Congressman Poe receives an award at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Heroes Lunch The Kingwood Chamber of Commerce hosts a Heroes Lunch - The Kingwood Chamber of Commerce hosts a Heroes Lunch Congressman Poe with Creekwood Middle School Students at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Heroes Lunch - Congressman Poe with Creekwood Middle School Students at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Heroes Lunch Congressman Poe and the Blue Star Moms at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Heroes Lunch - Congressman Poe and the Blue Star Moms at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Heroes Lunch Congressman Poe attends a Cleveland Lions Club event in Cleveland, TX - Congressman Poe attends a Cleveland Lions Club event in Cleveland, TX SSG Edwardo Loredo - U.S. Army, 6/25/1975-6/24/2010, Houston, TX. Staff Sergeant Edwardo Loredo died in Afghanistan supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Edwardo was killed by injuries sustained when an IED was detonated near his dismounted patrol. Sergeant Loredo was just 34 years of age, and it was just one day before his 35th birthday when he gave his life for our Nation. This great American warrior was born and raised in Houston, Texas. He was an Army Airborne soldier. Edwardo served combat tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan and was with C Company, 2nd Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne out of Fort Bragg. Our Airborne soldiers plant the American flag and say, The American soldier is here to defend freedom and liberty. They go to liberate, not to conquer. And you can point them to danger, and they'll jump right in. They're the Airborne soldiers of the 82nd. They're called the "All Americans," signified by their famous "AA" patch on their shoulder. Staff Sergeant Edwardo Loredo was one of such American troopers. He graduated from Sam Houston High School and joined the Army shortly after graduation. He met his wife, Jennifer, in the Army. First Sergeant Jennifer Loredo, Edwardo's wife, was deployed to northern Afghanistan when she got news that her husband had been killed in southern Afghanistan. This fine young couple are examples of the absolute best America has. They sacrificed so much in service for the country that they love. Edwardo called his fellow soldiers his family as well, and he loved the Army life. We are grateful that a man like Edwardo Loredo lived and loved America. My heartfelt condolences to Edwardo's wife and children, his friends and family in Houston, and to the 82nd Airborne family. We honor this great American warrior's life and are humbled by his greatest of sacrifices. We are truly blessed to have called Staff Sergeant Edwardo Loredo an American. Specialist Matthew Catlett - U.S. Army, 10/6/1986-6/7/2010, Conroe, TX. U.S. Army Specialist Matthew Catlett was an infantryman with the 101st Airborne Screaming Eagles out of Fort Campbell, Kentucky--one of the most prestigious and decorated divisions in the entire United States Army. He and his fellow soldiers were killed when their Humvee was hit by an improvised explosive device. That is called an IED. Matthew Catlett, this young American hero, was only 23 years of age when he gave his life for this country. There is nothing as noble as the character of a man who so willingly dedicates his life for others. The American warriors serving our military understand that better than anybody. They embody what is meant to be an American, and Matthew Catlett was such a man. He gave his life on June 7 on a battlefield in Afghanistan, fighting the terrorists who attacked America on September the 11th from that desolate, faraway land. Matthew grew up in Cypress, Texas. He joined the United States Army right out of Cyprus Ridge High School, always knowing he wanted to be a military man, a soldier in the United States Army. He served a tour of duty in Iraq 3 years ago and had just been redeployed to Afghanistan in April of this year.Matthew Catlett did his duty. He served this Nation as the fine soldier he always wanted to be. All of his fellow soldiers gave some, but Matthew Catlett gave all in defense of this Nation. He fought for liberty for a people he did not know in a land that he had never been. He was the American breed. He was a rare breed. So we honor our American warrior, and we honor the families left behind who grieve the loss of their loved one. Our grateful Nation will always remember that Specialist Matthew Catlett stood always ready to do his duty for us. Sgt. Brandon Bury - U.S. Marines, 10/29/1983-6/6/2010, Kingwood, TX. Marine Sergeant Brandon Bury was killed on Sunday, June 6 during combat operations in Kabul. This is a photograph of this marvelous marine. He leaves behind his wife, Heather, and his two young sons, Cole, who is 3-years-old, and Cade, who is 1. Brandon was on his third tour of duty. He previously served two deployments in Iraq, and he left for Afghanistan this April as part of a team training Afghan police. He was 26 years of age and a 2002 graduate of Kingwood High School in Texas. In his 26 short years, Brandon lived a lifetime of service to other people. He volunteered for the Marine Corps. He could have been an officer, but he wanted to be an enlisted man so he could be on the ground with other such marines. There is nothing like a U.S. marine. They go into the desert of the gun and the valley of the sun. They go where others fear to tread and the timid are not found. These young warriors make great sacrifices today in the heat and the dust and the deserts and the rough, rugged mountains of Afghanistan. They track down those terrorists wherever they try to hide. While we mourn the loss of Brandon Bury, we should thank God that a man like him ever lived. we shall always remember Brandon and his fellow marine brothers and the lives they gave for freedom. I extend my prayers and condolences to Brandon's wife and two young boys, and his parents, his relatives, and his friends in the Kingwood community. UNITED STATES MARINE SERGEANT BRANDON BURY - Marine Sergeant Brandon Bury was killed on Sunday, June 6 during combat operations in Kabul, Afghanistan. He leaves behind his wife, Heather, and his two young sons, Cole, who is 3-years-old, and Cade, who is 1. Brandon was on his third tour of duty. He previously served two deployments in Iraq, and he left for Afghanistan this April as part of a team training Afghan police. He was 26 years of age and a 2002 graduate of Kingwood High School in Texas. In his 26 short years, Brandon lived a lifetime of service to other people. Brandon's mom and dad, Terri and Bryan Bury, now live in Dallas, Texas, with his two brothers. I met Brandon 2 years ago at a 4th of July celebration in Kingwood. He stood 6 foot 6 and he was all Marine. He was an impressive individual, and his friends say even back in middle school Brandon knew what he wanted to do. He wanted to be a United States Marine. He volunteered for the Marine Corps. He could have been an officer, but he wanted to be an enlisted man so he could be on the ground with other such Marines. Brandon Bury was an American warrior. He was a hero in the tradition of our great men and women who defend the flag and liberty. While we mourn the loss of Brandon Bury, we should thank God that a man like him ever lived. Killed with Sergeant Bury were Lance Corporal Derek Hernandez, 20, of Edinburg, Texas, and Corporal Donald Marler, 22, from St. Louis, part of the 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division based at Camp Pendleton. These proud, young warriors were killed on the 66th anniversary of the D-day invasion of Europe. Mr. Speaker, we shall always remember Brandon and his fellow Marine brothers and the lives they gave for freedom. So today I extend my prayers and condolences to Brandon's wife and two young boys, and his parents, his relatives, and his friends in the Kingwood community. There is nothing quite like a Marine. So Semper Fi, Brandon Bury, Semper Fi. - Congressman Poe and Patriot Guard Riders on Memorial Day - Congressman Poe and Patriot Guard Riders on Memorial Day hurricane photo - Congressman Poe with Baytown Chamber President Tracey Wheeler at the Goose Creek ISD Education Foundation Awards Banquet - Congressman Poe with Baytown Chamber President Tracey Wheeler at the Goose Creek ISD Education Foundation Awards Banquet Congressman Poe with Gilbert Santana at the Goose Creek ISD Education Foundation Awards Banquet - Congressman Poe with Gilbert Santana at the Goose Creek ISD Education Foundation Awards Banquet Congressman Poe with Kathy Clausen and Roger Elswick at Congressman Poe with Superintendent Dr. Toby York at the Goose Creek ISD Education Foundation Awards Banquet - Congressman Poe with Kathy Clausen and Roger Elswick at Congressman Poe with Superintendent Dr. Toby York at the Goose Creek ISD Education Foundation Awards Banquet Congressman Poe with Superintendent Dr. Toby York at the Goose Creek ISD Education Foundation Awards Banquet - Congressman Poe with Superintendent Dr. Toby York at the Goose Creek ISD Education Foundation Awards Banquet Congressman Poe with the Wesley Family at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Congressman Poe with the Wesley Family at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Warren Geary, Aaron Trobee, Congressman Poe, and Nicholas Moilanen at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Warren Geary, Aaron Trobee, Congressman Poe, and Nicholas Moilanen at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Retired Astronaut Richard Hieb speaks at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Retired Astronaut Richard Hieb speaks at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Ray Rhoades and Aaron Trobee of West Point at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Ray Rhoades and Aaron Trobee of West Point at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Lt. Threadgill representing the Army ROTC at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Lt. Threadgill representing the Army ROTC at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Congressman Poe with the Denmond Family at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Congressman Poe with the Denmond Family at the 1st Annual Youth Conference High School student Jaime Paul with Congressman Poe at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - High School student Jaime Paul with Congressman Poe at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Congressman Poe with Ray and Grant Stoesser at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Congressman Poe with Ray and Grant Stoesser at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Elvin Hayes, Richard Hieb, Congressman Poe, and Lt. Col. Anthony Landry at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Elvin Hayes, Richard Hieb, Congressman Poe, and Lt. Col. Anthony Landry at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Congressman Poe and the DeKaney HS NROTC at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Congressman Poe and the DeKaney HS NROTC at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Congressman Poe speaks at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Congressman Poe speaks at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Congressman Poe and Lt. Col. Anthony Landry at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Congressman Poe and Lt. Col. Anthony Landry at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Congressman Poe catches up with former NBA player Elvin Hayes at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Congressman Poe catches up with former NBA player Elvin Hayes at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Bill Cauthorn and Congressman Poe at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Bill Cauthorn and Congressman Poe at the 1st Annual Youth Conference AgriLife Extension at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - AgriLife Extension at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Aaron Trobee of West Point speaks at the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Aaron Trobee of West Point speaks at the 1st Annual Youth Conference Congressman Poe hosts the 1st Annual Youth Conference - Congressman Poe hosts the 1st Annual Youth Conference Congressman Poe speaks to students at Crosby Middle School in Crosby, TX - Congressman Poe speaks to students at Crosby Middle School in Crosby, TX Congressman Poe with students at Crosby Middle School - Congressman Poe with students at Crosby Middle School Congressman Poe with Constable Monte at Crosby Middle School - Congressman Poe with Constable Monte at Crosby Middle School Congressman Poe speaks to the students of Crosby Middle School - Congressman Poe speaks to the students of Crosby Middle School Congressman Poe with Crosby Middle School Assistant Principal Robert Destin - Congressman Poe with Crosby Middle School Assistant Principal Robert Destin Congressman Poe visits students at Crosby Middle School in Crosby, TX - Congressman Poe visits students at Crosby Middle School in Crosby, TX Congressman Poe spoke to Mr. Woolley’s AP United States Government Class at Atascocita High School - Congressman Poe spoke to Mr. Woolley’s AP United States Government Class at Atascocita High School Congressman Poe spoke to Mr. Woolley’s AP United States Government Class at Atascocita High School - Congressman Poe spoke to Mr. Woolley’s AP United States Government Class at Atascocita High School Congressman Poe meets with Entergy employees to discuss the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program in Beaumont - Congressman Poe meets with Entergy employees to discuss the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program in Beaumont Congressman Poe along with District Director Krisitn Barrs meet with Entergy employees at a Beaumont Chamber of Commerce Event - Congressman Poe along with District Director Krisitn Barrs meet with Entergy employees at a Beaumont Chamber of Commerce Event Congressman Poe greets Jefferson County Commissioner Eddie Arnold at the Beaumont Chamber of Commerce Volunteer Awards Ceremony - Congressman Poe greets Jefferson County Commissioner Eddie Arnold at the Beaumont Chamber of Commerce Volunteer Awards Ceremony Congressman Poe speaking at the Volunteer Awards Program in Beaumont - Congressman Poe speaking at the Volunteer Awards Program in Beaumont Congressman Poe presents the Bronze Star Medal to retired Army Veteran John Fleming - Congressman Poe presents the Bronze Star Medal to retired Army Veteran John Fleming Congressman Poe honors retired Army Veteran John Fleming who recently received his Bronze Star Medal - Congressman Poe honors retired Army Veteran John Fleming who recently received his Bronze Star Medal Congressman Poe addresses the crowd at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library - Congressman Poe addresses the crowd at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library Congressman Poe with Kingwood Library Branch employees at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library - Congressman Poe with Kingwood Library Branch employees at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan, Karla White, and Congressman Poe at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library - Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan, Karla White, and Congressman Poe at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library Dr. Lawson, Library Director Rhoda Goldberg, Commissioner Jerry Eversole, Congressman Poe, Houston Mayor Annise Parker, and Councilmember Mike Sullivan at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library - Dr. Lawson, Library Director Rhoda Goldberg, Commissioner Jerry Eversole, Congressman Poe, Houston Mayor Annise Parker, and Councilmember Mike Sullivan at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library Congressman Poe with the Director of the Harris County Library Rhoda Goldberg - Congressman Poe with the Director of the Harris County Library Rhoda Goldberg Congressman Poe with the Board Members of the Friends of the Library of Kingwood - Congressman Poe with the Board Members of the Friends of the Library of Kingwood Congressman Poe and Dr. Jim Davis at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library - Congressman Poe and Dr. Jim Davis at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library Congressman Poe with Isreal Lopez at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library - Congressman Poe with Isreal Lopez at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library Congressman Poe with Houston Mayor Annise Parker and Councilmember Mike Sullivan at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library - Congressman Poe with Houston Mayor Annise Parker and Councilmember Mike Sullivan at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library Congressman Poe with Dan Huberty at the Grand Opening of the new Kingwood Library - Congressman Poe with Dan Huberty at the Grand Opening of the new Kingwood Library Congressman Poe with Commissioner Eversole at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library - Congressman Poe with Commissioner Eversole at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library President of FOLK (Friends of the Library of Kingwood) speaks at the Grand Opening of the new Kingwood Library - President of FOLK (Friends of the Library of Kingwood) speaks at the Grand Opening of the new Kingwood Library Congressman Poe with Dr. Lawson, Director Rhoda Goldberg, Commissioner Jerry Eversole, Houston Mayor Annise Parker, and Councilmember Mike Sullivan at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library - Congressman Poe with Dr. Lawson, Director Rhoda Goldberg, Commissioner Jerry Eversole, Houston Mayor Annise Parker, and Councilmember Mike Sullivan at the Grand Opening of the Kingwood Library Congressman Poe attends the Grand Opening of the new Kingwood Library - Congressman Poe attends the Grand Opening of the new Kingwood Library Congressman Poe at the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty with Mayor Picket and City Manager Gary Broz - Congressman Poe at the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty with Mayor Picket and City Manager Gary Broz Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty - Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty - Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty - Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty - Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty - Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty - Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty - Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty - Congressman Poe attends the Grand Re-Opening of Brookshire Brothers in Liberty Congressman Poe participates in a town hall meeting hosted by Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia - Congressman Poe participates in a town hall meeting hosted by Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia Congressman Poe participates in a town hall meeting with Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia - Congressman Poe participates in a town hall meeting with Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia Congressman Poe Honors Cub Scout Troop 1332 at a Town Hall Meeting with Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia - Congressman Poe Honors Cub Scout Troop 1332 at a Town Hall Meeting with Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia and Cub Scout Pack 1332 - Harris County Sherriff Adrian Garcia and Cub Scout Pack 1332 Congressman Poe participates in Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia's Town Hall Meeting - Congressman Poe participates in Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia's Town Hall Meeting Congressman Poe and Cub Scout Pack 1332 at Harris County Sherrif Adrian Garcia's Town Hall Meeting - Congressman Poe and Cub Scout Pack 1332 at Harris County Sherrif Adrian Garcia's Town Hall Meeting Cub Scout Pack 1332 Posting Colors at Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia's Town Hall Meeting - Cub Scout Pack 1332 Posting Colors at Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia's Town Hall Meeting Congressman Poe participates in a town hall meeting with Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia - Congressman Poe participates in a town hall meeting with Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia Congressman Poe participates in a town hall meeting with Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia - Congressman Poe participates in a town hall meeting with Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia Congressman Poe participates in a town hall meeting with Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia - Congressman Poe participates in a town hall meeting with Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia Houston Firefighter Thomas Andriola with Congressman Poe at Station 102 in Kingwood - Houston Firefighter Thomas Andriola with Congressman Poe at Station 102 in Kingwood Houston Firefighters Captain Brode and Chief Sangl with Congressman Poe at Station 102 in Kingwood - Houston Firefighters Captain Brode and Chief Sangl with Congressman Poe at Station 102 in Kingwood Houston Firefighter Bruce Heckendorn with Congressman Poe at Station 102 in Kingwood - Houston Firefighter Bruce Heckendorn with Congressman Poe at Station 102 in Kingwood Congressman Poe attends breakfast with Houston Fire Department Station 102 in Kingwood - Congressman Poe attends breakfast with Houston Fire Department Station 102 in Kingwood Congressman Poe welcomes home Ronel Parker - Congressman Poe welcomes home Ronel Parker Congressman Poe welcomes home Ronel Parker - Congressman Poe welcomes home Ronel Parker Congressman Poe welcomes home Ronel Parker - Congressman Poe welcomes home Ronel Parker Congressman Poe welcomes home Ronel Parker - Congressman Poe welcomes home Ronel Parker Congressman Poe speaks out about stimulus money used in Houston - Congressman Poe speaks out about stimulus money used in Houston Congressman Poe speaks at a Crime Stoppers Press Conference in the District - Congressman Poe speaks at a Crime Stoppers Press Conference in the District Congressman Poe speaks at a Crime Stoppers Press Conference in the District - Congressman Poe speaks at a Crime Stoppers Press Conference in the District Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Medal - Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Medal Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Award - Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Award Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Medal - Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Medal Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Medal - Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Medal Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Medal - Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Medal Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Medal - Congressman Poe honors Houstonian Harold Power for receiving the Purple Heart Medal March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC - March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC - March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC - March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC - March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC - March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC - March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC - March 20th TEA Party Rally in Washington, DC Congressman Poe meets with the Houston Professional Fire Fighter's Association in Washington, DC - Congressman Poe meets with the Houston Professional Fire Fighter's Association in Washington, DC Congressman Poe meets with Beaumont Council Members in Washington, DC - Congressman Poe meets with Beaumont Council Members in Washington, DC Congressman Poe meets with Fred Windisch of the International Association of Fire Chiefs - Congressman Poe meets with Fred Windisch of the International Association of Fire Chiefs 2010 Humble Rodeo - Summercreek High School FFA at the Humble Rodeo 2010 Humble Rodeo - Kingwood Park High School FFA at the Humble Rodeo 2010 Humble Rodeo - Kingwood High School FFA at the Humble Rodeo 2010 Humble Rodeo - Humble Rodeo Auctioneers 2010 Humble Rodeo - 2010 Humble Rodeo 2010 Humble Rodeo - 2010 Humble Rodeo 2010 Humble Rodeo - Congressman Poe with the Humble High School FFA Teachers at the Humble Rodeo 2010 Humble Rodeo - Congressman Poe with the Humble High School FFA at the Humble Rodeo 2010 Humble Rodeo - Congressman Poe with constituents at the Humble Rodeo 2010 Humble Rodeo - Congressman Poe with Samantha and Adam Skinner at the Humble Rodeo 2010 Humble Rodeo - Congressman Poe with the Atascocita High School FFA at the Humble Rodeo Congressman Poe meets with Texas Sheriffs visiting Washington, DC on behalf of the National Sheriff's Association - Congressman Poe meets with Texas Sheriffs visiting Washington, DC on behalf of the National Sheriff's Association Congressman Poe with the Cleveland High School ROTC Honor Guard at the Grand Opening of the Dayton Community Center - Congressman Poe with the Cleveland High School ROTC Honor Guard at the Grand Opening of the Dayton Community Center Congressman Poe with the Kingwood Park High School FFA at the Humble Rodeo - Congressman Poe with the Kingwood Park High School FFA at the Humble Rodeo Gift of Life Event in Port Arthur - Congressman Poe with Donald and Stella Taft, Kevin Roy, WL Pate and Guest at the Gift of Life Event in Port Arthur Gift of Life Event in Port Arthur - Congressman Poe with Port Arthur Mayor Bobbie Prince at the Gift of Life Event in Port Arthur Gift of Life Event in Port Arthur - Congressman Poe with Nell McCallum as well as Joe and Linda Domino at the Gift of Life Event in Port Arthur Gift of Life Event in Port Arthur - Congressman Poe with 2010 Spirit of Love Winner Georgie Volz at the Gift of Life Event in Port Arthur Ground Breaking at Port of Beaumont - Congressman Poe with Port of Beaumont Director Chris Fisher and Coast Guard 8th District Commander Mary Landry Ground Breaking at Port of Beaumont - Congressman Poe with Port Commissioner Lee Smith at the Port of Beaumont Ground Breaking Ground Breaking at Port of Beaumont - Congressman Poe breaking ground at the Port of Beaumont Ground Breaking at Port of Beaumont - Congressman Poe breaking ground at the Port of Beaumont Ground Breaking at Port of Beaumont - Congressman Poe addresses the crowd at the ground breaking of the Port of Beaumont Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - Congressman Poe with Kingwood Chamber President Sparky Nolan at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - Gail Stanart and Congressman Poe at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - Congressman Poe with Fred Keris and Marian Burrows at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - Congressman Poe with Dr. Susan Curling at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - Congressman Poe with Dr. Martin Basulda at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - Congressman Poe with Ron Service at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - Congressman Poe and Addie Wiseman at the Kingwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Photo from troops in Iraq from Operation Interdependence - Photo from troops in Iraq from Operation Interdependence - Frank Buckles - frank buckles - TedPoeSignature - Signature Dayton Community Center Grand Opening - Liberty County District Attorney Tommy Chambers with Congressman Poe at the Dayton Community Center Grand Opening Dayton Community Center Grand Opening - Texas State Library and Archives Chair Sandy Pickett with Congressman Poe at the Dayton Community Center Grand Opening Dayton Community Center Grand Opening - Congressman Poe with Constituent Richard Hill at the Dayton Community Center Grand Opening Dayton Community Center Grand Opening - Congressman Poe with constituent Nell Whittington at the Dayton Community Center Grand Opening Dayton Community Center Grand Opening - Congressman Poe at the Dayton Community Center Grand Opening with Cleveland Chamber of Commerce President Tracey Walters along with Community Center Staff Michael Duren and James Franklin Dayton Community Center Grand Opening - Congressman Poe with Dayton Mayor Steve Sevens and State Representative John Otto at the Dayton Community Center Grand Opening Dayton Community Center Grand Opening - Congressman Poe with the staff of Liberty and Dayton Chamber of Commerce Dayton Community Center Grand Opening - Congressman Poe addresses the crowd at the Dayton Community Center Grand Opening Dayton Community Center Grand Opening - Dayton Mayor Steve Stephens and Congressman Poe at the grand opening of the Dayton Community Center Dayton Community Center Grand Opening - Congressman Poe with the Cleveland High School ROTC at the Dayton Community Center Grand Opening Cleveland Police Department Annual Banquet on January 15, 2010 - Congressman Poe with Cleveland Police Chief Mark Bradshaw, Bradshaw's wife Melinda, and mother Dee. Cleveland Police Department Annual Banquet on January 15, 2010 - Congressman Poe recognizes Patrol Office Jake Ladwig for being named Officer of the Year Cleveland Police Department Annual Banquet on January 15, 2010 - Patrol Sgt. Paul Lowrey receives Meritorious Service Commendations Cleveland Police Department Annual Banquet on January 15, 2010 - Patrol SGT David Edwards receives Meritorious Service Commendations Cleveland Police Department Annual Banquet on January 15, 2010 - Congressman Poe recognizes Deanna Prentiss for being named Dispatcher of the Year Cleveland Police Department Annual Banquet on January 15, 2010 - Congressman Poe recognizes Detective SGT James Primeaux for receiving the Detective of the Year Award Cleveland Police Department Annual Banquet on January 15, 2010 - The Cleveland Police Department Congressman Poe visits with members of the armed forces in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe visits with members of the armed forces in Afghanistan Congressman Poe visits American troops during a recent trip to Afghanistan - Congressman Poe visits American troops during a recent trip to Afghanistan District staff deliver Christmas cards to Operation Interdependence who will send them to troops overseas. - District staff deliver Christmas cards to Operation Interdependence who will send them to troops overseas. District staff deliver Christmas cards to Operation Interdependence who will send them to troops overseas. - District staff deliver Christmas cards to Operation Interdependence who will send them to troops overseas. Congressman Poe meets with the Mayors of Liberty County - Mayors Nugent, Prince, Ames and Johnson - Congressman Poe meets with the Mayors of Liberty County - Mayors Nugent, Prince, Ames and Johnson Students from Atascocita High School visit Congressman Poe's Kingwood office to drop off Christmas cards for our troops overseas. - Atascocita High School students visit Congressman Poe's Kingwood office to drop off Christmas cards for our troops overseas. 5 Star Eagle Scout Ceremony - Congressman Poe and Eagle Scout Tyler Swensen 5 Star Eagle Scout Ceremony - Eagle Scout Michael Guerrero with Congressman Poe 5 Star Eagle Scout Ceremony - Congressman Poe with Eagle Scout Marco Bergamini 5 Star Eagle Scout Ceremony - 5 Star Eagle Scout Ceremony 5 Star Eagle Scout Ceremony - Eagle Scout Kyle Nabors with Congressman Poe 5 Star Eagle Scout Ceremony - Eagle Scout Alex Cummock with Congressman Poe 5 Star Eagle Scout Ceremony - Congressman Poe honors 5 Star Eagle Scouts in Texas Congressman Poe with American soldiers in Iraq - Congressman Poe with American soldiers in Iraq Texas Soldiers in Iraq - Texas Soldiers in Iraq Congressman Poe with American soldiers in Iraq - Congressman Poe with American Soldiers in Iraq Congressman Poe with the Liberty County VFW Color Guard - Congressman Poe with the Liberty County VFW Color Guard Congressman Poe greets American soldier in Iraq - Congressman Poe greets American soldier in Iraq Congresman Poe with Korean War Veterans - Congressman Poe with Korean War Veterans Port Arthur Veteran's Day Celebration November 2009 - Congressman Poe at Port Arthur's Veteran's Day Celebration - November 2009 Port Arthur Veteran's Day Celebration November 2009 - Congressman Poe with veteran Isias Brown at Port Arthur's Veteran's Day Celebration - November 2009 Port Arthur Veteran's Day Celebration November 2009 - Congressman Poe with WWII veteran's Herbert Stanford Jr. and James White at Port Arthur's Veteran's Day Celebration - November 2009 Port Arthur Veteran's Day Celebration November 2009 - Congressman Poe with veteran Florence Wingate at Port Arthur's Veteran's Day Celebration - November 2009 Port Arthur Veteran's Day Celebration November 2009 - Congressman Poe with a group of veteran's at Port Arthur's Veteran's Day Celebration - November 2009 Port Arthur Veteran's Day Celebration November 2009 - Seven Gun Salute at the Port Arthur Veteran's Day Celebration - November 2009 Klein ISD Veteran's Day Celebration - November 2009 - Congressman Poe with U.S. Air Force Retiree at the Klein ISD Veteran's Day Celebration - November 2009 Klein ISD Veteran's Day Celebration - Congressman Poe with U.S. Marine Corp Staff Sgt Michael Bolletino at the Klein ISD Veteran's Day Celebration - November 2009 Klein ISD Veteran's Day Celebration - Congressman Poe with Marine Nyles Reed at the Klein ISD Veteran's Day Celebration - November 2009 Veteran's Memorial Dedication in Beaumont, TX - Congressman Poe with Verneil Mesecher and Charles Brown at the Veteran's Memorial Dedication ceremony in Beaumont, TX - November 2009 Veteran's Memorial Dedication in Beaumont, TX November 2009 - Congressmas Poe with Charles Brown, Mike McGreevy, Wayne Prouse, Don Herlitz, John Burleigh, and Don Smart at the Veteran's Memorial Dedication in Beaumont, TX - November 2009 Dedication of Veteran's Memorial in Beaumont, TX - Congressman Poe, Charles Brown, Mike McGreevy, Wayne Prouse, Don Herlitz, John Burleigh, and Don Smart at the Veteran's Memorial Dedication in Beaumont, TX - November 2009 Congressman Poe in P-51 at Houston Airshow - Congressman Poe in P-51 at Houston Airshow Congressman Poe with HR 3962 - Sterling Municipal Library in Baytown November 2009 Congressman Poe in P-51 at Houston Airshow - Congressman Poe in P-51 at Houston Airshow Congressman Poe with Mary-Kathryn Romans - Sterling Municipal Library in Baytown November 2009 Congressman Poe with Sterling Municipal Library in Baytown - November 2, 2009 Congressman Poe at Sterling Municipal Library in Baytown - Congressman Poe at Sterling Municipal Library in Baytown, TX November 2, 2009 Congressman Ted Poe and U.N. Ambassador Nicole Kidman - October 2009 - - - - Congressman Poe speaking at Bevil Oaks Town Hall - Bevil Oaks Town Hall October 2009 Congressman Poe with Bevil Oaks Volunteer Fire Department - Bevil Oaks Town Hall October 2009 Congressman Poe with Bevil Oaks Mayor Joan Howard and husband - Bevil Oaks Town Hall October 2009 Congressman Poe with Bevil Oaks volunteer fireman - Bevil Oaks Town Hall October 2009 Congressman Poe with Abel and Dorothy Waller at the Bevil Oaks Town Hall - Bevil Oaks Town Hall October 2009 Congressman Poe speaking at Bevil Oaks Town Hall - Bevil Oaks Town Hall October 2009 Congressman Poe speaking at Bevil Oaks Town Hall - Bevil Oaks Town Hall October 2009 Congressman Poe speaking at Bevil Oaks Town Hall - Bevil Oaks Town Hall October 2009 Lucas Elementary School Visit - Lucas Elemntary School October 2009 Congressman Poe with Lucas Elementary School Staff and Councilman Audwin Samuels - Lucas Elemntary School October 2009 Congressman Poe and Councilman Audwin Samuels with Lucas Elementary 1st Grade Class - Lucas Elemntary School October 2009 Congressman Poe with Experience Corps and Beaumont City Councilman Audwin Samuels - Lucas Elemntary School October 2009 Congressman Poe with American Soldier and Iraqi children during his 2009 trip to Iraq - Congressman Poe with American Soldier and Iraqi children Jarrett Griemil - America and the State of Texas lost a warrior this month at the Forward Operating Base Gardez in Afghanistan, a remote and desolate place in the middle of the cursed lands of this war zone. Army SPC Jarrett Griemel died on Wednesday, June 3, 2009, from injuries he suffered in Afghanistan. He was just 20 years old. SPC Griemel is the 28th warrior to have died in Iraq or Afghanistan with connection to the 2nd Congressional District of Texas. Jarrett was a young man who personified the best qualities of the young people of America today. Born in San Angelo, Texas and raised in La Porte, Texas, Jarrett was living the life he had always made plans to live: a life filled with achievement and adventure. Attendees respond to Congressman Poe's questions with red cards, indicating no - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Attendees - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Congressman Poe addresses key legislative issues - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Congressman Poe with Patricia Gullo and John Evans - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Congressman Poe with Halene and Ron Crossman - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Congressman Poe with Susan Hoege - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Congressman Poe with Megan Anderson - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Congressman Poe with John Evans - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Congressman Poe with Houston PD D. Balderaz - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Congressman Poe with Dot and Curtis Eskind - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Congressman Poe with Houston PD Sgt. Dan Darrel - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Congressman Poe with Alexander Bohn - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Congressman Poe and Adam Fisher - Kingwood Town Hall, October 3, 2009 Jarrett Griemil - America and the State of Texas lost a warrior this month at the Forward Operating Base Gardez in Afghanistan, a remote and desolate place in the middle of the cursed lands of this war zone. Army SPC Jarrett Griemel died on Wednesday, June 3, 2009, from injuries he suffered in Afghanistan. He was just 20 years old... Rougeau Family - Jack and Sarah Latta, Julia and Jay Dalbey, Francis and Tony Patterson - September 2009 Rocky and Julie Meancon - September 2009 Mary Lou Fleming, Mary Jane Avery, Lydia Damrel, Louise Williams - September 2009 Rex and Cheryl Downing - September 2009 - National Network to End Domestic Violence Award Ceremony, September 2009 - National Network to End Domestic Violence Award Ceremony, September 2009 Congressman Poe with Lynda Carter - National Network to End Domestic Violence Award Ceremony, September 2009 Congresswoman Edwards and Congressman Poe - National Network to End Domestic Violence Award Ceremony, September 2009 Congressman Poe accepts award from NNEDV staff - National Network to End Domestic Violence Award Ceremony, September 2009 Congressman Poe and Monty Odom - Cleveland Healthcare Meeting, September 2009 Congressma Poe and Harry Williams - Cleveland Healthcare Meeting, September 2009 Attendees answer Congressman Poe's questions about healthcare - Cleveland Healthcare Meeting, September 2009 Attendees answer Congressman Poe's questions about healthcare - Cleveland Healthcare Meeting, September 2009 Congressman Poe and Chief of Police Mark Bradshaw - Cleveland Healthcare Meeting, September 2009 Congressman Poe and Ted Talbot - Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) Radio Row Event, September 2009 Congressman Poe and Dale Jackson - Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) Radio Row Event, September 2009 Congressman Poe and Peter Boyles - Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) Radio Row Event, September 2009 Congressman Pete Olson, Edd Hendee and Congressman Ted Poe - Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) Radio Row Event, September 2009 Congressman Poe and Martha Zoller - Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) Radio Row Event, September 2009 Congressman Poe with Nina and Edd Hendee - Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) Radio Row Event, September 2009 Gladys O'Brien and Congressman Poe - Jack Sammons and Congressman Poe - Jon Adler, Bob Ganley, Congressman Poe, Lou Turco, Roy Richter, Chris Monahan - Congressman Poe and Tabitha Mansfield - Thomas Campos and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe welcoming Ignacio and Monica Ramos - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Attendees - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Congressman Poe and Brookside Funeral Home Staff - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Ashley Newbold, Dillon Henderson, Congressman Poe and Zac Cossum - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Congressman Poe, Ignacio Ramos, Officer White and Officer Aldridge - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Congressman Poe, Deputy Harris, Ignacio Ramos, Deputy Sumner and Sergeant Vasquez - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Ignacio Ramos, Congressman Poe and Monica Ramos - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Congressman Poe and Town Hall attendees - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Constituents respond to Congressman Poe's questions about government run healthcare - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Constituents responding to Congressman Poe's questions - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 9 - 11 Flag - Town hall attendees respond to Congressman Poe's questions - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Congressman Poe with Council Member Mike Sullivan and Staff - Congressman Poe with Addie Wiseman - Congressman Poe with Chuck Colegrove - Congressman Poe with Cub Scouts - Texas outline - Congressman on Horseback - Congressman and Hayley Smith - Congressman with Summer Interns Mary Lynn and Sam - Congressman with Congresswoman Ros-Lehtinen - Congressman with Minority Whip Eric Cantor - Congressman and Speaker Hastert - Shane Detwiler - Shane Detwiler - Congressman with Woodard Family - Congressman with Sandra Reeves - Congressman with Russell Hamley and John Bernard - Congressman with Jamie Lee Jones - Congressman with the Dolcefino Family - Congressman Poe and Sgt. Plant - Second Baptist, Houston, July 2009 Congressman Poe, MAJ Bill Patterson and SGMT Jim McKinney - Second Baptist, Houston, July 2009 Congressman Poe with Louise and Raymond Smith - Carr - Second Baptist, Houston, July 2009 Congrssman Poe and Karen Cohn - Second Baptist, Houston, July 2009 Congressman Poe with James and Ann Cavener - Second Baptist, Houston, July 2009 Congressman Poe and Jason McMahan - Second Baptist, Houston, July 2009 Fred Dallas, Congressman Poe, Mark Terry and Dr. and Mrs. Henley - Second Baptist, Houston, July 2009 Congressman Poe and David Franklin - Second Baptist, Houston, July 2009 Congressman Poe with Dave and Robin Grant - Second Baptist, Houston, July 2009 Congressman Poe and the Cambron Family - Second Baptist, Houston, July 2009 Congressman Poe and Bobby Berryman - Second Baptist, Houston, July 2009 canales - HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! - canales - SPC Jarrett Griemel - U.S. Army, 11/23/1988–6/3/2009, Port Arthur, TX. Army SPC Jarrett Griemel died on Wednesday, June 3, 2009, from injuries he suffered in Afghanistan. He was just 20 years old. SPC Griemel is the 28th warrior to have died in Iraq or Afghanistan with connection to the 2nd Congressional District of Texas. Jarrett was a young man who personified the best qualities of the young people of America today. Born in San Angelo, Texas and raised in La Porte, Texas, he joined the Army his junior year of high school. He had already completed basic training before graduating with honors from La Porte High School. Jarrett was a petroleum supply specialist assigned to the 425th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division Battalion at Fort Richardson, Alaska. Jarrett’s experience in the outdoors growing up would come in handy in the rugged and cursed terrain. Jarrett was a proud and accomplished soldier and, at just 20 years old, he was only one day away from being promoted to sergeant when he died in Afghanistan. Texas is proud to have called him a son, a soldier and a hero. He will be remembered by his family, his friends and a grateful nation for his service. Jarrett’s wife, Candice, his mother, Trena Dorsett and her husband, Donnie of La Porte, Texas, and his father, Michael Griemel and his brothers, Chase, Jason and Brandon and sister, Brianna –are all a living testimony to the memory of this one brave soldier’s love of life, of country and of his fellow man. It’s been said “without the brave efforts of all the soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines and their families this nation would not stand so boldly – shine so brightly –or live so freely.” SPC Jarrett Griemel was one of those soldiers – an American soldier – the rare breed who take care of the rest of us. Congressman Poe and the Wilde Family - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Congressman Poe and the Rinehart Family - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Congressman Poe and Nick Santoro, Air Force Academy appointee - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Congressman Poe and Marcella Leano, Air Force Academy appointee - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Congressman Poe and Kyle Wilde, West Point appointee - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Congressman Poe and Joel Rinehart, Naval Academy Appointee - Champions Town Hall, August 2009 Lt. Colonel Mark E. Stratton - U.S. Air Force 7/1/1969-5/26/2009, Houston, TX. Col. Stratton gave his life helping the Afghan people to a life lived in freedom. He was assigned to the Joint Staff at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. and served as the commander of the Panjshir Provincial Reconstruction Team in Afghanistan. On May 26, 2009, Mark died near Bagram Airfield of wounds that he sustained from an improvised explosive device. Mark had strong Texas ties. He graduated from Texas A&M; in December of 1991. He has numerous Air Force commendations, including the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. He is remembered by friends as a man of unquestionable character and loyalty. He was a patriotic individual who exemplified the spirit of the American airman. Through his heroic work in Afghanistan, Mark lived a life helping other people. His time was spent building roads and clinics, schools and canals for the Afghan people. He was an ambassador for the American spirit. When he was killed the villagers in Afghanistan had a memorial service in his honor. Just a few weeks prior to his death, Mark made a special effort to share his Texas Aggie spirit with the Afghan friends that he had met. On April 21st, Aggies observe what is called Aggie Muster where all Aggies gather around the world to honor Aggies who have died the previous year. Even though Mark was the only Aggie within 100 miles of his forward operating base, he convinced the Panjshir Provincial Governor to join him atop a nearby mountain to observe this very special occasion. One Aggie Air Force colonel and Afghan villagers paid tribute to Americans who died the previous year. Mark was a proud Texas Aggie. There is no doubt the people of Afghanistan will remember the man from America, the Air Force colonel who built their schools, their water wells, and their villages. And maybe those villagers will return once more to that mountaintop and pay tribute to this American hero, Lieutenant Colonel Mark Stratton. Congressman Poe and members of the Klein Collins FFA Chapter - Congressman Poe and Sir David Frost - Congressman Poe and British Ambassador Nigel Sheinwald - Congressman Poe, Judge Patricia Macias and Mary Mentaberry - Congressman Poe and students from Central Middle School in Nederland, TX - Congressman Poe and Senan Shaibani - Congressman Poe and LCDL Judd Krier - - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Congressman Poe visits Willow Creek Elementary - Rep. Poe with Gold Star Mother Peggy Slay - Memorial Day, May 2009 Rep. Poe with retired USCG John Colby - Memorial Day, May 2009 Rep. Poe with members from Boy Scout Troop 262 - Memorial Day, May 2009 Rep. Poe with veterans of the Korean War - Memorial Day, May 2009 American Flag - Congressman Poe being interviewed by the press - Battle of the Wilderness Tour and Press Conference, May 2009 Congressman Poe and Robert Duvall being interviewed by the press - Battle of the Wilderness Tour and Press Conference, May 2009 Congressman Poe and members of the DAR - Daughters of the American Revolution Meeting in Beaumont, May 2009 Congressman Poe installing new officers of the DAR - Daughters of the American Revolution Meeting in Beaumont, May 2009 Congressman Poe and WWII Veteran, Captain Frances Greene - Daughters of the American Revolution Meeting in Beaumont, May 2009 Congressman Poe, Bridget Mueller, and Kate Jabbia - Daughters of the American Revolution Meeting in Beaumont, May 2009 Congressman Poe, Congressman Welch and actors from the Battle of the Wilderness Re-enactment - Battle of the Wilderness Tour and Press Conference, May 2009 Congressman Poe speaking at the Battle of the Wilderness press conference - Battle of the Wilderness Tour and Press Conference, May 2009 Press Conference at the Battle of the Wilderness site. Wal Mart is planning to build a store near the battleground and Congressman Poe is opposed to that decision. - Battle of the Wilderness Tour and Press Conference, May 2009 Congressman Poe and Robert Duvall - Battle of the Wilderness Tour and Press Conference, May 2009 Congressman Poe, Robert Duvall and Congressman Welch - Battle of the Wilderness Tour and Press Conference, May 2009 Congressman Poe, Chief Historian John Hennessy from the National Park Service, Congressman Welch and Russ Smith, also from the National Park Service - Battle of the Wilderness Tour and Press Conference, May 2009 Wilderness Battleground - Battle of the Wilderness Tour and Press Conference, May 2009 Congressman Poe and Congressman Welch from Vermont at the Texas Wilderness Monument - Battle of the Wilderness Tour and Press Conference, May 2009 Site close the battleground where the Confederate troops assembled with Robert E Lee - Battle of the Wilderness Tour and Press Conference, May 2009 Congressman Poe and Tamara Paul - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe and Samantha Mielke - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe with Ray and Carolyn Landry - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe with Patrick and Darlene Crane - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe with Nick and Maria Rattay - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe and Mary Lou Schouweiler - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe with Mark and Brittney Mangum - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe and Layna Netek - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe with members of the Kingwood Area Republican Women - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe and Judy Brown - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe with Judy and Gary Battenberg - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe and Gwenevere Williams - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe and Gwendolyn Condoleo - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe and Dave Kilby - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe and Damian Grygier - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe, CE Ferrell, and EF McKelory - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe, Captain Wieghat and Lieutenant Escobar - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressma Poe and Captain Montgomery, Houston Police Department - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe with Bruce and Carolyn Wise - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe with Barbara and Ken Jordan - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe and Alex Akeson - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe and Mike Sullivan, City of Houston Council Member - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Kingwood Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting for the new office - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May 2009 Congressman Poe and JW Smith - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe and Sergeant Spike Garcia - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Congressman Poe, Jamie Leigh Jones and her daughter, Annabelle Lilly Poetry Daigle at the open house - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Humble Area Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting for the new office - Harris and Liberty County New Office Open House, May Mike Sullivan - Congressma Poe and students from St. Mary's Catholic School - Congressman Poe and Willow Creek First Graders - Congressman Poe and staff at Anderson Ford in Cleveland, TX - Congressman Poe and Maxine Morris, on a tour of the Cleveland Senior Center - Congressman Poe and Liberty County Sheriff Henry Patterson - Congressman Poe and Health Center of Southeast Texas staff members - Congressman Poe visiting with constituents at the Liberty Rotary Club Meeting - Congressman Poe and Wunsche High School Principal Debi Koch - Congressman Poe and Beaumont Police Officer Trina Nobles - Jefferson County TEA Party, April 2009 - Jefferson County TEA Party, April 2009 - Jefferson County TEA Party, April 2009 - Jefferson County TEA Party, April 2009 Congressman Poe speaking at the rally - Jefferson County TEA Party, April 2009 Congressman Poe and one of his youngest constituents - Jefferson County TEA Party, April 2009 Congressman Poe and Mike Atchison - Kingwood Executive Club Visit, April 2009 Congressman Poe and Jim Johnson - Kingwood Executive Club Visit, April 2009 Congressman Poe and Jack Eastman - Kingwood Executive Club Visit, April 2009 Congressman Poe and Fred Frey - Kingwood Executive Club Visit, April 2009 Congressman Poe and Constable Rowdy Hayden - Kingwood Executive Club Visit, April 2009 Congressman Poe and Fred Dallas - Kingwood Executive Club Visit, April 2009 Congressman Poe and TJ Knox - Kingwood Executive Club Visit, April 2009 Congressman Poe speaking to the students of Dayton High School - Dayton High School, April 2009 Congressman Poe and Tim Junek - Dayton High School, April 2009 Congressman Poe and Dayton Superintendent Greg Hayman - Dayton High School, April 2009 Congressman Poe and the DHS Teen City Team - Dayton High School, April 2009 Congressman Poe and members of DHS Staff - Dayton High School, April 2009 Congressman Poe and the DHS Debate Team - Dayton High School, April 2009 Congressman Poe and the Dayton High School counselors - Dayton High School, April 2009 Congressman Poe and members of Dayton High School Student Council - Dayton High School, April 2009 Congressman Poe and members of the Dayton High School National Honors Society - Dayton High School, April 2009 Congressman Poe and the Yates Family - Champions Meet and Greet, April 2009 Congressman Poe and Ryan Walsh - Champions Meet and Greet, April 2009 Congressman Poe and Jim Miles - Champions Meet and Greet, April 2009 Congressman Poe with Kenya Burrell-VanWormer - Champions Meet and Greet, April 2009 Congressman Poe speaking at the Champions Meet and Greet - Champions Meet and Greet, April 2009 Congressman Poe and Beth Hardisty - Champions Meet and Greet, April 2009 Congressman Poe, Rene Garcia and Eric Wilbur - Congressman Poe, one his spring interns Rachael Parker and other U of H and Texas State students interning in Washington DC - Congressman Poe, Freddy Warner, Craig Cordola, Ileana Trevino and Rick Krammerer - Congressman Poe and representatives from the National Association of Health Underwriters - Congressman Poe, Bo Huggins, Don Fraust and Rick Roberts - Congressman Poe, Nancy Brainerd and Houston City Hall Fellows - Congressman Poe with Steve and Jenny Bush - Congressman Poe and Paul Sommerville - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, March 2009 Congressman Poe, Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia and Houston Livestock and Rodeo President Skip Wagner - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, March 2009 Congressman Poe and Houston City Councilwoman Jolanda Jones - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, March 2009 Congressman Poe in the Houston Rodeo and Livestock Parade - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, March 2009 Congressman Poe and Congressman McCaul - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, March 2009 Congressman Poe and Miss Texas - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, March 2009 Congressman Poe and JC Burnham - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, March 2009 Congressman Poe and Houston City Councilman Mike Sullivan - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, March 2009 Congressman Poe and State Senator Joan Huffman - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, March 2009 Congressman Poe, Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison and Harris County Constable Bill Bailey - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, March 2009 Congressman Poe and Ernest Escareno at the Verizon Safety Meeting in Baytown, TX - Congressman Poe and David Rabke at the Verizon Safety Meeting in Baytown, TX - Congressman Poe and Richard Lawson at the Verizon Safety Meeting in Baytown, TX - Congressman Poe with Port Arthur Police Department's Sergeant Chance and Officer Whiting - Kristin Barrs, Congressman Poe's District Director, and Dr. Ed Young - Congressman Poe and Dr. Ed Young on March 26, 2009 - Governor Perry and Congressman Poe in Port Arthur, TX on March 26, 2009 - Congressman Poe and Republika Srpska’s Cabinet Ministers: Minister Lipovac and Minister Skrbic - Congressman Poe, Gordon Quan, Namoni Bang, Julie Blair, and Aimee Maldonado - Congressman Poe, Jeff Canyon and Harold Schaitberger - Jeff Canyon, Congressman Poe, George Fress and Manuel Chavez - Congressman Poe, Jan Gorey, Michael Gorey, and Marshall Clapp - Congressman Poe and the Turner family from Huffman, TX - Congressman Poe and Fernando Rangel from Baytown, TX - Congressman Poe and Michelle Jackson, Cherry Blossom Princess, from La Porte, Texas - Congressman Poe and John Nickell - Congressman Poe and Walter Foxworth - Congressman Poe, Culberson County Sheriff Oscar Carrillo and Hudspeth County Sheriff Arvin West - Texas Mexico Border Visit, March 2009 Hudspeth County Sheriff Deputies - Texas Mexico Border Visit, March 2009 Warning sign posted on the foot bridge that was paid for by the U.S. Government - 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Cornwell ,from Houston ,and Congressman Ted Poe in Kosovo - Congressman Poe Visits U.S. Soldiers in Kosovo Congressman Poe and Texas Army National Guard in Kosovo showing Christmas cards from school children - Congressman Poe Visits U.S. Soldiers in Kosovo CTP2 - CTP1 - Dayton Broncos are the Class 4A Division II Semi - Champs for 2008! - Class 4A Division II State Championship Game, Dayton Broncos Football vs. Sulphur Springs, Alamodome, San Antonio, TX, 2:00 pm, GO BRONCOS GO! - Congressman Poe's "Christmas Cards for our Troops" program collected over 18,000 cards from community groups in the 2nd District - Congressman Poe's "Christmas Cards for our Troops" program collected over 18,000 cards from community groups around the 2nd District - Georgian civilan holds what is left of his home after Russian attack - Rep. Poe speaks with a group of Georgians about Russian invasion - Rep. Poe speaks with a group of displaced Georgian civilians - Russian aerial attack on the South Ossetia Province of Georgia - Injured Georgian civilian after Russian attack - Building is destroyed after Russian bombing - Georgian family flees during Russian attack - Georgian victim of Russian aggression - Russian bombing - Building is destroyed after Russian attack - Georgian refugees - Building on fire after Russian attack - - Georgian civilians travel to safety during Russian invasion - Georgian civilians ride through South Ossetia Province after Russian attack - Georgian military assists civilians after Russian attack - Georgian civilians seek medical attention after Russian attack - - Georgian mountains after Russian aerial bombings - Building is destroyed after Russian Attack - Russian attack leaves building in flames - Georgian civilian after Russian invasion - Forrest is on fire in Georgian Province of South Ossetia after Russian aerial bombing - Georgian Family - Georgian family goes through what is left of their home after Russian invasion - Georgian apartment after Russian bombing - City of Houston Veterans Day - Veteran's Day 2008 City of Houston Veterans Day - Veteran's Day 2008 Congressman Poe at City of Houston Veterans Day event - Veteran's Day 2008 City of Houston Veterans Day celebration - Veteran's Day 2008 Rep. Ted Poe with First Sgt David McNerney-Medal of Honor Veteran - Veteran's Day 2008 Wreath Laying Ceremony - Veteran's Day 2008 Rep. Poe speaking to Humble High School students - Veteran's Day 2008 Rep. Poe presenting proclamation to Col. Rohm - Veteran's Day 2008 Rep. Poe with Senior Plant Manager Garry Gilmore, District Manager Kelvin Williams and Houston Postmaster Bobby Collins - Rep. Poe presenting Kelvin Williams, District Manager USPS Flag - The East Gate Brass Band - Rep. Ted Poe with Precinct 4 Constables - Rep. Poe with Office L. Nevil - Humble Post Office Ceremony - Humble High School JROTC - Military Veterans Plaque presented to Humble Post Office - Rep. Ted Poe presents flag to Humble Post Office - Rep. Ted Poe with employees of the Humble Post Office - Rep. Ted Poe with Houston VA office supervisor Craig Reinold - Rep. Ted Poe with Council Member Mike Sullivan - Rep. Ted Poe with Dr. Bob Covington - Senior plant manager Garry Gilmore, Congressman Ted Poe, District Manager Kelvin Williams and Houston postmaster Bobby Collins - Council Member Mike Sullivan reading proclomation - Veteran's Day 2008 Rep. Poe with Col. Rohm, JROTC student, Humble High School Principal Charles Ned - Veteran's Day 2008 Rep. Poe with Chief of Police Solomon Cook - Veteran's Day 2008 Congressman Poe and students from Northland Christian School - Congressman Poe receives a certificate of appreciaton from Chairman Landry for his support of the Beaumont Housing Authority's HOPE VI Grant - Congressman Poe discussing the effects of Hurricane Ike with Dayton City Leaders - Pete Havel presenting the Spirit of Enterprise award to Congressman Poe in October 2008 - Congressman Poe and Elvin Hayes at the Liberty Dayton Chamber in October 2008 - homepage - Congressman Poe, Army Sgt. Melisa Kowis and Tina Kowis - - Independence Hub Offshore Tour - October 2008 - Independence Hub Offshore Tour - October 2008 Congressman Poe on a tour of the Independence Offshore Hub - Independence Hub Offshore Tour - October 2008 - Independence Hub Offshore Tour - October 2008 - Independence Hub Offshore Tour - October 2008 - Independence Hub Offshore Tour - October 2008 - Independence Hub Offshore Tour - October 2008 Congressman Poe and Spring ISD Assistant Superintendent Regina Curry - Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - October 2008 Congressman Poe, Kevin Mazeika, coach of the U.S. Olympic Men's Gymnastics Team and Barbara Thomason - Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - October 2008 Congressman Poe and Jenna Burns - Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - October 2008 Congressman Poe and State Representative Patricia Harless - Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - October 2008 Congressman Poe, Chamber President Barbara Thomason, and Chairman Darrell Pile - Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - October 2008 Congressman Poe, Brenda and Allison Pennington - Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - October 2008 fox news - Courtesy of National Geographic - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Courtesy of National Geographic - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Courtesy of National Geographic - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Congressman Poe & volunteers at 1st Assembly of God's Hurricane Ike POD - Congressman Poe & National Guardsmen at 1st Assembly of God's Hurricane Ike POD - Congressman Poe & Susan Miller at Baytown Rotary - Congressman Poe & Pete Alfaro at Baytown Rotary - Congressman Poe & Eddie Gray at Baytown Rotary - Photo from LA Times - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Photo from LA Times - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Photo from the Houston Chronicle - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Courtesy of BBC - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Courtesy of BBC - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Courtesy of BBC - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Courtesy of BBC - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Courtesy of the Associated Press - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Courtesy of the Associated Press - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 sam - Congressman Poe speaking at a Hurricane Ike Press Conference in September 2008 - Congressman Poe with supporters of the Frank Buckles WWI Memorial Act - The Frank Buckles WWI Memorial Act Press Conference - September 2008 Congressman Poe, Xrista Christopoulos, Alexandra Christopoulos, and Alexander Grimm - The Frank Buckles WWI Memorial Act Press Conference - September 2008 Congressman Poe and Frank Buckles - The Frank Buckles WWI Memorial Act Press Conference - September 2008 Congressman Poe and Frank Buckles at the press conference - The Frank Buckles WWI Memorial Act Press Conference - September 2008 Congressman Poe holding a press conference about the Frank Buckles WWI Memorial Act at the Washington DC WWI Memorial on the Mall - The Frank Buckles WWI Memorial Act Press Conference - September 2008 Sabine Pass, TX, USA, September 14, 2008 -- FEMA Urban Search and Rescue Indiana Task Force 1 conducts searches in neighborhoods impacted by Hurricane Ike. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Sabine Pass, TX, September 14, 2008 --Staging area for the FEMA Urban Search and Rescue operations that is conducting searches with local, state and federal assets in neighborhoods impacted by Hurricane Ike. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Sabine Pass, TX, September 14, 2008 -- FEMA Urban Search and Rescue team conducts searches in areas impacted by Hurricane Ike. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 Houston, TX, September 15, 2008-- Local volunteers distribute commodities at a FEMA point of distribution center for residents impacted by Hurricane Ike. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA - Hurricane IKE - September 2008 - Hurricane Ike Picture - Hurricane Ike Picture Hurricane Ike - Hurricane Ike Congressman Poe and Mrs. Jean McAdams - Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Congressman Poe and Mayor Jill Kirkonis - Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Congressman Poe and Lloyd Kirkham - Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Congressman Poe, Kim Harris, Kim Hinch, and Wesley Hinch - Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Congressman Poe and Larry Middleton - Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Congressman Poe and Colonel Myers - Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Congressman Poe and Cleveland Chamber Student Ambassadors - Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Congressman Poe and Brad Browder - Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Congressman Poe with Texan soldiers Zachary Allred and Crescencio Lamos of the 101st Airborn - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Military Quarters - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Congressman Poe with soldiers Larissa Kirkland and John Ikard - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Congressman Poe and AF MSgt Brenner of Texas at Ramstein Air Force Base - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Congressman Poe and Major Clark of the 101st Airborn - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Congressman Poe and Major Clark at Bagrum Air Force Base - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Congressman Poe and Sandra Pickett in the Jean & Price Daniel Home - Congressman Poe and Mayor Lynn Wells of Daisetta - Congressman Poe and Elaine Stolte - Congressman Poe and his staff visiting The Children's Assessment Center in Houston - Congressman Poe, Weston Woodard, and Pastor Woody Woodward - Kingwood Meet & Greet - August 2008 Congressman Poe, Ronnie and Brenda Chance - Kingwood Meet & Greet - August 2008 Congressman Poe and Patti Chapman - Kingwood Meet & Greet - August 2008 Congressman Poe and Kingwood Area Republican Women - Kingwood Meet & Greet - August 2008 Congressman Poe, Kelly and Don Stratton - Kingwood Meet & Greet - August 2008 Congressman Poe and Gwendolyn Condeleo - Kingwood Meet & Greet - August 2008 Congressman Poe and council member Michael Sullivan - Kingwood Meet & Greet - August 2008 Congressman Poe and Susan Lunson - Kingwood Meet & Greet - August 2008 Congressman Poe, Blake and Cathy Theiss - Kingwood Meet & Greet - August 2008 Congressman Poe and the Williams family - 712th Military Police Company Deployment Ceremony in Baytown Congressman Poe and Wendy Williams the Family Readiness Group Leader - 712th Military Police Company Deployment Ceremony in Baytown Congressman Poe and Mayor Don Carlos of Baytown - 712th Military Police Company Deployment Ceremony in Baytown Congressman Poe and Lt. Courtney Sanders - 712th Military Police Company Deployment Ceremony in Baytown Congressman Poe and the Garcia Family - 712th Military Police Company Deployment Ceremony in Baytown Congressman Poe and William Box - 712th Military Police Company Deployment Ceremony in Baytown Congressman Poe nadConstable Ken Jones - 712th Military Police Company Deployment Ceremony in Baytown Congressman Poe and Texas State Senator John Whitmire - 712th Military Police Company Deployment Ceremony in Baytown Colonel Sanders, Congressman Poe, and Lt. Colonel Amy Cook - 712th Military Police Company Deployment Ceremony in Baytown Sharon Morton, Congressman Poe & Judy Tully - Congressman Poe, Sharon Morton & Sandra Hunt - Congressman Poe, Kenya Burrell-VanWormon, Patricia Boone, and Ryan Pirest - Rep. Ted Poe boarding Blackhawk Helicopter - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Flag of Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Rep. Poe With Afghani President Hamid Karzai - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Congressman Poe and Texans: PFC Kollie and PFC Stacy - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Rep. Poe with Pakistani Official - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Rep. Poe with three Texans at Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Afghani Children - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Afghanistan Civilians - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Market in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Military Trucks in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 NATO Trucks in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 NATO Troops in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 NATO Troops in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 NATO Troops in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 NATO Troops in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Street in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Rep. Poe with Peg Idaho with the Wounded Warriors Program - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Kuwati Market - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Kuwait City - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Kuwait City - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Pakistani Villages - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Pakistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Pakistani Villages - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 NATO Helicopters - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 One of the Many Colorful Trucks in Pakistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Pakistan Air Base - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 At Pakistan Air Force Base - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Pakistan Air Force base - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Anti terrorist squad in Pakistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Osprey Helicopter - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Rep. Poe at Ramstein Air Force Base - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Rep. Poe with General Rogers at Ramstein Air Force Base - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Afghanistan Mountains - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Medical Bunker in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Humvee in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Humvee in Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Rocket Attack Bunker - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Quarters for Airmen - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Afghanistan Village - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Afghanistan Mountains - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Picture of Afghanistan from Blackhawk - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Troops Enjoying a Game of Basketball - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Ground Vehicles - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Chinook Helicopter Used For Moving Troops - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Blackhawk Squadron - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Blackhawk Gunner over Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Blackhawk Gunner Flying Over Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Inside Blackhawk Helicopter - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Blackhawk Troops - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Rep. Poe flying in Blackhawk helicopter over Afghanistan - Congressman Poe Tours Afghanistan, August 2008 Rep. Poe with Dr. JC and Vernille Showalter - Congressman Poe and Senator Hutchinson in Liberty Texas Rep. Otto, Senator Hutchinson and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe and Senator Hutchinson in Liberty Texas Mayor Steve Stephens of Dayton - Congressman Poe and Senator Hutchinson in Liberty Texas Congressman Poe with State Rep. John Otto - Congressman Poe and Senator Hutchinson in Liberty Texas Congressman Poe and Liberty County Judge Phil Fitzgerald - Congressman Poe and Senator Hutchinson in Liberty Texas Congressman Poe with Betty Jo Wisegerber - Congressman Poe and Senator Hutchinson in Liberty Texas Congressman Poe Introducing Senator Hutchison - Congressman Poe and Senator Hutchinson in Liberty Texas Rep. Ted Poe with Senator Hutchinson in Liberty - Congressman Poe and Senator Hutchinson in Liberty Texas Congressman Poe with Senator Hutchinson and Texas State Representative Otto - Congressman Poe with Senator Hutchinson and Texas State Representative Otto Gary Warman - District Director Kristin Barrs and members of George Foreman's family - Field Representative Kim Brode and Tommy Hathaway - Congressman Poe and Sharon Carson - Humble area Chamber of Commerce Congressman Poe, Katy Weirich, Phyllis Tobola, & Claudia Mabesoone - Humble area Chamber of Commerce Congressman Poe, Selina and Steve Shade - Humble area Chamber of Commerce Congressman Poe and Troy Witherspoon - Humble area Chamber of Commerce Congressman Poe and Marietta Winters - Humble area Chamber of Commerce Congressman Poe and Gay Nord - Humble area Chamber of Commerce Congressman Poe and Dee Chopra - Humble area Chamber of Commerce Congressman Poe and his summer interns Marianna Stephens, Robert Higginbotham and Catherine Zakes - truck - sunset - flowers - iraq - Congressman Poe and Girl Scout 3308 of Kingwood: Lauren Brooks, Mataia Styers, Katie Bonnin, Grace Wilson, and Carissa Trevino - Congressman Poe, Carol and Jim Medlin - iraq - President - Congressman Poe and the Villarreal family - Humble Police Department Awards Banquet Congressman Poe, Shauna Smith, Donna Coborn, and Chris Green - Humble Police Department Awards Banquet Congressman Poe and Sgt. Mike Nansel - Humble Police Department Awards Banquet Congressman Ted Poe, Sgt. Greg Sammon, and Dolores Wall - Humble Police Department Awards Banquet Congressman Poe and Mayor Donald McMannes - Humble Police Department Awards Banquet Congressman Poe and Lt. Jay Wrobliske - Humble Police Department Awards Banquet Congressman Poe and Officer Jim Hammock - Humble Police Department Awards Banquet Congressman Poe and Humble Chief of Police Gary Warman - Humble Police Department Awards Banquet Congressman Poe and Assistant Chief Curtis Mills - Humble Police Department Awards Banquet Democrat Energy Plan - Democrat Energy Plan Cody Nelson from Beaumont, Congressman Poe and Lt. Chris Vandergrift from Bridge City, Texas - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 Congressman Poe and members of the Liberty VFW Color Guard at the Liberty Independence Day Celebration - Congressman Poe and JC Burnham at the Liberty Independence Day Celebration - Fireworks - Americans for Tax Reform give Congressman Ted Poe the "Hero of the Taxpayer" award - Congressman Poe, Her Excellency President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, President of the Philippines and Phillipino WWll Veterans - Phillipino President - Congressman Poe and the Stousser Family at the Texas Farm Bureau's Breakfast - Congressman Poe with one of his Summer 2008 DC interns, Scott Holleran - The flight deck on the USS Theodore Roosevelt - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 US Air Force transport to Norfolk - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 Congressman Poe and Naval Operations in Norfolk, Virginia - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 Congressman Poe and the Commanding Officer of the USS Theodore Roosevelt - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 A Fellow Texan in Flight Operations and Congressman Poe - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 On the Flight Deck - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 Congressman Poe with his COD transport - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 Congressman Poe watching F18's taking off on the flight deck - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 F18 Recovery - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 The Congressman on the bridge with the Commanding Officer of USS Theodore Roosevelt - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 Congressman Poe and a Navy Officer - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 The Congressman in Flight Operations - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 An F18 landing on the deck of USS Roosevelt - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 An F18 taking off on the deck - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 Congressman Poe and Cody Nelson from Beaumont, TX - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 Congressman Poe and the Air Boss on USS Theodore Roosevelt - Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt - June 2008 Congressman Poe visiting with 107 year old Frank Buckles, the only surviving WWI Veteran - F18 landing - F18 taking off - COD - - Rep. Ted Poe with Sherriff Lucio and law officials at Boca Chica Beach - Cameron County Border Rep. Ted Poe on U.S. side of the Rio Grande River at Boca Chica Beach - Cameron County Border Rio Grande River in Cameron County - Cameron County Border Mouth of Rio Grande River at Boca Chica Beach - Cameron County Border Rio Grande River in Cameron County with people crossing into US from Mexico - Cameron County Border International Bridge at Brownsville - Cameron County Border Houston Memorial Day - Houston Memorial Day Ceremony - 2008 Rep. Ted Poe with Sherriff Lucio and law officials - Cameron County Border Rep. Ted Poe with Sherriff Lucio on the border - Cameron County Border Congressman Poe with border officials on the Texas/Mexico border in Cameron County with Mexico on the other side - Cameron County Border Rep. Ted Poe with Cameron County Sheriff Omar Lucio - Cameron County Border Rep. Ted Poe with the family of Corporal Scott A. McIntosh who died while serving in Iraq - Houston Memorial Day Ceremony - 2008 Rep. Ted Poe at Houston Memorial Day Ceremony - Houston Memorial Day Ceremony - 2008 Rep. Ted Poe with Major General Robert Ivany - Houston Memorial Day Ceremony - 2008 Rep. Poe with John Colby USCG W-4 (ret) - Houston Memorial Day Ceremony - 2008 Rep. Poe with David McNerney USA Medal of Honor Recipient - Houston Memorial Day Ceremony - 2008 Scout troop Parade of Colors - Houston Memorial Day Ceremony - 2008 Ian Martin Houston Highlander Pipe Band playing Amazing Grace - Houston Memorial Day Ceremony - 2008 Congressman Poe speaking at the Liberty Rice Farmer's Breakfast - Congressman Poe and Dana Kervin at the Houston Association of Realtors Meeting - Congressman Poe and Liberty Boy Scout Troup 56 - Congressman Poe and Liberty Boy Scout Troup 56 Congressman Poe and Liberty Mayor, Carl Pickett - Liberty Dayton Town Hall Congressman Poe speaking at the Liberty Dayton Town Hall - Liberty Dayton Town Hall Congressman Poe with Daniel, LeAnn and David Douglas - Liberty Dayton Town Hall Congressman Poe and Ruth Cassidy - Houston Northwest Chamber Meet and Greet - May 2008 Congressman Poe and German Castillo - Houston Northwest Chamber Meet and Greet - May 2008 Congressman Poe and Margaret Gorneau - Houston Northwest Chamber Meet and Greet - May 2008 Congressman Poe and Lynell Brooks - Houston Northwest Chamber Meet and Greet - May 2008 Congressman Poe and Jan Cline - Houston Northwest Chamber Meet and Greet - May 2008 Colleen Davies and Congressman Ted Poe - Colleen served as Congressman Poe's Staff Assistant in his Washington DC office from August 2007 until June 2008. She is now working for the University of Texas System in Washington, DC. Spring Interns Patrick Cecil, Brian Worchesik, and Trey Beckham, with Congressman Ted Poe's Staff Assistant Colleen Davies - Congressman Ted Poe with the interns working in his office during the Spring 2008 semester - Patrick Cecil, Brian Worchesik, Trey Beckham, and Congressman Ted Poe Congressman Ted Poe and Constable Ron Hickman - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 Country Music Singer and Songwriter Lyle Lovett and Congressman Ted Poe - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 Lyle Lovett and his band play at Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 Lynn Fields and Congressman Ted Poe - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 Lyle Lovett and Congressman Ted Poe - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 Cngressman Ted Poe and Gwendolyn Condeleo-Crawford - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 The Graysons with Congressman Ted Poe - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Lisa and David Niccum - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Katie Kuersteiner and Ryan Larue - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Captain Mark Herman - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe presents a flag that was flown over the US Capitol to Chief Shiflet while Constable Ron Hickman looks on - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 Bill and Carol Farrell, Congressman Ted Poe, Dave and Pam Smedley, Alison Smedley - Chief Larry Shiflet's Retirement Party - May 2008 Raymond Johnson and Congressman Ted Poe - Houston Northwest Chamber Meet and Greet - May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Houston NW Medical Center CEO Drew Kahn - Houston Northwest Chamber Meet and Greet - May 2008 Congressman Poe and Cheri Reynolds - Houston Northwest Chamber Meet and Greet - May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and Betty Strekfuss - Houston Northwest Chamber Meet and Greet - May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe visiting with Michelle Clayton - Houston Northwest Chamber Meet and Greet - May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and students from Klein Collins High School - Congressman Poe Speaks to students at Klein Collins High School Austin Howard and Congressman Ted Poe - Congressman Poe Speaks to students at Klein Collins High School Congressman Ted Poe and Klein Collins History teacher, Randy Neumeyer - Congressman Poe Speaks to students at Klein Collins High School Congressman Ted Poe meets students after his speech - Congressman Poe Speaks to students at Klein Collins High School Congressman Poe speaks at the Baytown Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service - Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service in Baytown Congressman Ted Poe presents the US flag to Police Chief Dougherty - Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service in Baytown Officer Stewart Beasley and Congressman Ted Poe - Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service in Baytown Officer Anderson With Congressman Ted Poe - Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service in Baytown Congressman Ted Poe with Baytown Chief of Police Keith Dougherty - Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service in Baytown - Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service in Baytown Congressman Poe is presented with an appreciation award from the National Guard - National Guard Welcome Home Ceremony - National Guard Welcome Home Ceremony - National Guard Welcome Home Ceremony - National Guard Welcome Home Ceremony - National Guard Welcome Home Ceremony - National Guard Welcome Home Ceremony - National Guard Welcome Home Ceremony - The award Congressman Poe received for his support of the National Guard - The inscription on the award reads, "In Appreciation for your Dedication and Support of The Men and Women of The Army National Guard who Serve to Defend Freedom." Simone Monasebian from the UN Office on Drugs and Crime and Congressman Ted Poe - United Nations, May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and Sergio Duarte from the UN Office for Disarmament Affairs - United Nations, May 2008 Sergey Karev, Director of the UN Assessment and Technical Assistance Counter-Terrorism Committee - United Nations, May 2008 Iraqi Ambassador to the UN Dr. Hamid Al-Bayati and Congressman Ted Poe - United Nations, May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and Gustavo Zlauvinen from the International Atomic Energy Agency - United Nations, May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe at the United Nations - United Nations, May 2008 Congressman Ted Poe recieves an A in English Award from Chairman Mauro Mujica for supporting English related issues during the 110th Congress. - US Ambassador to Mexico, Tony Garza and Congressman Ted Poe - Congressman Poe's Military Legislative Assistant Nicole Hunt meets Brigadier General Michael Regner, Legislative Assistant to the Commandant from the Office of Legislative Affairs for Marines - Nicole participated in Marine Day 2008 held at the Marine Corps Base in Quantico Nicole Hunt successfully fires an assault riffle - Nicole participated in Marine Day 2008 held at the Marine Corps Base in Quantico Military Legislative Assistant Nicole Hunt boards a CH-46 Sea Knight Helicopter - Nicole participated in Marine Day 2008 held at the Marine Corps Base in Quantico Congressman Ted Poe with Carolyn McCarty of the Humble Area Chamber of Commerce - At the Humble Police Association Crawfish Boil on April 25th Jason McCoin, Congressman Ted Poe, and Betty Hogan - At the Humble Police Association Crawfish Boil on April 25th Congressman Ted Poe with Jim Hammock, President of the Humble Police Association - At the Humble Police Association Crawfish Boil on April 25th This is a fiberglass submarine made in Colombia that drug cartels in South America are using to transport cocaine into the United States - Pete Afaro and Congressman Ted Poe at the Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Education and Recreation Center in Baytown - Congressman Ted Poe and Eddie Gray at the Eddie V. Gray Wetland Eduation and Recreation Center - Congressman Ted Poe administers the oath at Jordan Collins' swearing in ceremony - Congressman Ted Poe administers the oath at Jordan Collins' swearing in ceremony - Jordan Collins has passed the bar and is a certified attorney practicing in Washington, DC Congressman Ted Poe speaks about the aftermath of rape at the Victim's Rights Caucus (VRC) and Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network RAINN event on Capitol Hill - US Army Choir sang at the Dr. Michael DeBakey's Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony - Dr. Michael E. DeBakey received the Congressional Gold Medal on Wednesday, April 23rd in the Rotunda of the US Capitol - Congressman Ted Poe and Ambassador Jolevski of Macedonia - Congressman Ted Poe with Reverend Hammond - Southeast Texas (SETX) Housing Fair Judy Little, Rosalinda Garcia, Congressman Ted Poe, Richard Chiasson, and Nicole Mackie - Southeast Texas (SETX) Housing Fair Congressman Ted Poe takes the stage at Southeast Texas (SETX) Housing Fair - Southeast Texas (SETX) Housing Fair Congressman Ted Poe greets the crowd at the SETX Housing Fair - Southeast Texas (SETX) Housing Fair Congressman Poe and Port Arthur Mayor Deloris Prince - Southeast Texas (SETX) Housing Fair Gwendolyn Berry of HUD, Congressman Ted Poe, and Edward Pringle of HUD - Southeast Texas (SETX) Housing Fair Congressman Ted Poe addressed the crowd at the Disabled Veterans of America Conference in Beaumont, TX - Disabled Veterans of America Conference in Beaumont, April 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with some Disabled Veterans Confernce participants - Disabled Veterans of America Conference in Beaumont, April 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Disabled Veterans at DVA Conference in Beaumont, TX - Disabled Veterans of America Conference in Beaumont, April 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Donald and Glenda Simon - Disabled Veterans of America Conference in Beaumont, April 2008 Congressman Ted Poe spoke at the 10th birthday celebration of the Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Education and Recreation Center in Baytown on Friday, April 25th - Congressman Ted Poe, Suzanne McDaniel, and Congressman Jim Costa - Congressional Victim's Rights Congressman Poe and Thomas Donohue, President and CEO of the US Chamber of Commerce - Congressman Poe is the 2007 recipient of the Spirit of Enterprise Award. This is the third consecutive year that Congressman Poe has been presented this prestigious award. Sergeant Shaun P. Tousha - U.S. Army 2/11/78-4/9/08 Hull, TX Hull-Daisetta High School Army Sergeant Shaun Paul Tousha was killed in Baghdad, Iraq on April 9, 2008 when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle. In my Congressional district area, Shaun Paul is the 26th area resident that has been killed in Iraq or Afghanistan during these wars. He died as a war hero at the age of 30, and he will forever be recognized as how he lived, that being a loving husband, a caring father and a great friend to all those people in rural America. Shaun Paul Tousha was born February 11, 1978 in Silsbee, Texas. He grew up in the town of Hull, Texas, and he was the son of the late Tommy Gene and Roberta Tousha. He was a husband to Christy Tousha, and loving father of the two children, Colton and Maycee. Shaun joined the United States Army at the age of 22 in February of 2000, attended basic training in Ft. Benning, Georgia, and later was stationed at Ft. Hood, Texas. He was assigned as a Generator Equipment Repairman in the 1st Battalion, 66th Armored Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in Ft. Hood, Texas. General Patton reminded us that "wars may be fought with weapons but they are won by men." Shaun was a skillful soldier, and he and his comrades in arms are the ones with the boots on the ground that are winning this war. Shaun realized this, and during his first tour of duty in Iraq he decided to re-enlist in the United States Army and make the military his career. He served three tours of duty in Iraq. He had a heart as big as Texas, and we are proud of Sergeant Shaun Tousha. The light of his life has been extinguished, buy Shaun's joyful spirit will burn bright forever in the hearts and minds of his friends, his fellow soldiers, and the Texans that loved him. Jamie Leigh Jones and her family with Congressman Ted Poe - Congressional Victim's Rights The audience at the Congressional Victim's Rights Caucus Ceremony - Congressional Victim's Rights Congresswoman Doris Matsui and Laurie Dishman - Congressional Victim's Rights Congressman Ted Poe, Suzanne McDaniel, and Congressman Jim Costa - Congressional Victim's Rights Congressman Ted Poe and Sheriff Michael Jackson - Sheriff Michael Jackson of Prince George's County, MD is the 2008 recipient of the Allied Profession Award Congressional Victim's Rights Congressman Jim Costa, Jim Rowland, and Congressman Ted Poe - Congressional Victim's Rights Jamie Leigh Jones and Congressman Ted Poe - Congressional Victim's Rights Congressman Ted Poe addresses the audience at the Congressional Victim's Rights Caucus Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, April 9th - Congressional Victim's Rights Congressman Ted Poe administers the oath at Senior Chief Phyllis Willis's Navy re-enlistment ceremony - Congressman Ted Poe and his cousin, Senior Chief Phyllis Willis - Congressman Poe administered the Oath at Senior Chief Willis's Navy re-enlistment ceremony Congressman Poe speaks at his Humble District Office Open House. - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Tricia Blunt, a veteran of the first Gulf War, spoke to Congressman Ted Poe about Iraq - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and Tony Geldens - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Steven Coon with Congressman Ted Poe - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and Nancy Cozad - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and the Mayor Steve Stephens of Dayton, TX - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and the Kingwood area Republican woman - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Humble Mayor Donnie McMannes and Congressman Ted Poe - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and LesterRay Wisegerber - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and Kristi Williams - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and Kelly Howell - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and Corena Lipstreuer - Open House in Congressman Poe's Humble Office on April 7, 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and Doug Monk, Assistant Principal at Humble High School - Congressman Poe spoke to students at Humble High School about the congressional and presidential election process Congressman Ted Poe and Randi Colbert, Humble High School Student - Congressman Poe spoke to students at Humble High School about the congressional and presidential election process Rockets hit 50 meters from the barracks where Congressman Poe was staying - Easter in Iraq - 2008 Rockets hit 50 meters from the barracks where Congressman Poe was staying - Easter in Iraq - 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Amber and SM Sgt. John Kincaid - Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Banquet Buck Anderson and Congressman Ted Poe. - Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Banquet TX Senator Tommy Williams, Congressman Ted Poe, Judge Fitzgerald, Mayor Jill Kirkonis, Councilmember Durlene Davis, and State Rep John Otto - Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Banquet Vanesa Brashier and Congressman Ted Poe - Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Banquet Ronnie Morrison, Cleveland Chamber President, and Congressman Ted Poe - Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Banquet Judge Phil Fitzgerald and his wife Amy with Congressman Ted Poe - Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Banquet Congressman Ted Poe with Geralyn and Danny Sullivan - Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Banquet Congressman Ted Poe with EMC Chamber President Andy Dill - Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Banquet Congressman Ted Poe with Tracey Walters - Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Banquet Congressman Ted Poe with Brenda Myers - Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Banquet Anthony Schumacher and Congressman Ted Poe - Congressman Poe and Tony Schumacher, US Army Dragster - - Easter in Iraq - 2008 - Easter in Iraq - 2008 - Easter in Iraq - 2008 - Easter in Iraq - 2008 Congressman Ted Poe meets with soldiers from Texas - Easter in Iraq - 2008 Congressman Ted Poe & US Commander, General Petraeus - Easter in Iraq - 2008 Congressman Ted Poe & Lieutenant Colonel Gregory Baine of Beaumont, TX - Easter in Iraq - 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and General Ali of the Iraq National Police - Easter in Iraq - 2008 Congressman Ted Poe in a Black Hawk helicopter - Easter in Iraq - 2008 - Easter in Iraq - 2008 - Easter in Iraq - 2008 - Easter in Iraq - 2008 - Easter in Iraq - 2008 - Easter in Iraq - 2008 - Easter in Iraq - 2008 - Easter in Iraq - 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Mike and Angie Leising of Humble - Congressman Poe speaks with constituents at the Town Hall - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 This tribute to our Fallen Heroes from the 2nd Congressional District was on display at the Town Hall meeting - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 Congressman Ted Poe speaks to the members of the 2nd Congressional District at the Town Hall meeting on Wedensday, March 19th - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 Boy Scout Troop 87 receive a flag that was flown over the US Capitol and certificate from Congressman Ted Poe - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 Houston Northwest Chamber President Barbara Thomason and Congressman Ted Poe - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 Deputy Darrell Schmidt, Congressman Ted Poe, and Sergeant Matthew Rodrigue - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 Boy Scout Troop 87 and Congressman Ted Poe - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 Curtis Garman and Congressman Ted Poe - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 Congressman Poe and Mollie Schall - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 Congressman Ted Poe with the Brookside Funeral Home staff - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 Congressman Poe and Curtis Day - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 Gail Stanart and Congressman Ted Poe - Town Hall Meeting in Champions on March 19 Julie Hershberger and Cindy Gerow of The Vault Mortgage Company meet with Congressman Poe - Congressman Ted Poe meets with Realtor John Webster - Congressman Ted Poe speaks with students participating in the Archer Intern Program - These high school students asked Congressman Poe about important issues facing the United States including immigration and transportation questions. Congressman Ted Poe testifies before the House Budget Committee on Feb 28th and discusses the use of VOCA funds - Corporal Scott A. McIntosh - U.S. Army 02/04/82-03/10/08 Humble, TX Cypress Creek High School United States Army Corporal Scott A. McIntosh, of Humble, Texas, was killed in Iraq on March 10, 2008 by a suicide bomber, and he was awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Not only was he a loyal and courageous soldier, but he was a beloved son, a caring brother and a friend to many. His life was special not just because of how he died, but also because of how he lived. He was born on February 4, 1982 in Humble, Texas, and he graduated from Cypress High School in 2001. After trying college for a little while he decided it wasn't ready for him, and he joined the United States Army. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, in Fort Stewart, Georgia. He re-enlisted for three more years when his first tour of duty was over. His parents, Alex and Gwenn McIntosh, did an excellent job raising such a fine son. Scott always had a positive outlook on life. He loved his family, the Army, the country he lived in and his life. Scott was always looking out for other people, and that's why he joined the United States Army. He wanted to protect and serve those he loved. Scott's wonderful life is a huge loss to those that were close to him. We do not forget, as a Nation, Corporal Scott A. McIntosh and all those who sacrificed their lives on the altar of freedom. Scott's memory will live on in the hearts and minds of friends and family, while his life will always be an inspiration to Americans. Congressman Ted Poe and Ambassador Kakouris of Cyprus - Congressman Ted Poe with former All Star Astro Craig Biggio - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade March 1st Congressman Ted Poe with Harris County Constable Bill Bailey, also known as the voice of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade March 1st Congressman Ted Poe and Susan Christian - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade March 1st Congressman Poe waving to the crowd during the parade through Downtown Houston - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade March 1st Congressman Ted Poe riding Last Round Up through Downtown Houston in the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade March 1st Congresman Ted Poe riding Last Round Up in the 2008 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade March 1st Congressman Ted Poe and Houston City Councilman Adrian Garcia - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade March 1st Congressman Ted Poe and Houston Councilwoman Jolanda Jones - Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade March 1st Congessman Poe with Joe Beck - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Statement of Support Signing on Feb 22 Congressman Poe addresses the crowd at the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Statement of Support Signing - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Statement of Support Signing on Feb 22 The crowd at the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Statement of Support Signing - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Statement of Support Signing on Feb 22 Major Robert Liato, Congressman Ted Poe, and 1st Sergent Dustin Winn - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Statement of Support Signing on Feb 22 Texas ESGR Chairman Jerry Icenhower, Congressman Ted Poe, Bill Cyrus, Don Brett, and Dwain James - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Statement of Support Signing on Feb 22 Employers sign the ESGR Support Statement - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Statement of Support Signing on Feb 22 Congressman Ted Poe with Lt. Col. Giulia Giacoppe - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Statement of Support Signing on Feb 22 Congressman Poe with 1st Sergent Kurt Hollier of the US Armyof the US Army - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Statement of Support Signing on Feb 22 Port Neches Mayor R. Glenn Johnson, his wife Andrea, and Congressman Poe - Jefferson County Open House on Feb 21 Marie Maggio, Evangiline George, and Congressman Poe - Jefferson County Open House on Feb 21 Intern Sierra Stephens with Congressman Poe - Jefferson County Open House on Feb 21 Congressman Poe with Marilyn Tennisen from the Southeast Texas Record - Jefferson County Open House on Feb 21 Congressman Poe visits with Mary Ann Butler, Nancy Robinson, Angela Dillahunty, and Cindy Fertita from Rape and Suicide Crisis of SETX - Jefferson County Open House on Feb 21 Congressman Poe visiting with Hazel and Lamont Meaux - Jefferson County Open House on Feb 21 Congressman Poe visiting with Dorraine Smith and Danny Credeur from Renaissance Hospital - Jefferson County Open House on Feb 21 Congressman Poe and Jayne Borderlon from the Mental Health Association - Jefferson County Open House on Feb 21 Congressman Poe with the Immigration Panel at the Town Hall in Beaumont, TX - Jefferson County Immigration Townhall on Feb 20 Congressman Poe speaks with Ed Debois - Jefferson County Immigration Townhall on Feb 20 Congressman Poe with Cecil DuBois and Jesus Abrego - Jefferson County Immigration Townhall on Feb 20 Congressman Poe speaks with Tony Demary - Jefferson County Immigration Townhall on Feb 20 Congressman Poe speaks with Marilyn Smith - Jefferson County Immigration Townhall on Feb 20 Congressman Poe speaks with a group at the Immigration Town Hall - Jefferson County Immigration Townhall on Feb 20 Congressman Poe greets the crowd at the Immigration Town Hall - Jefferson County Immigration Townhall on Feb 20 Congressman Poe discusses foot bridges used by people to illegally cross the Rio Grande into Texas - Jefferson County Immigration Townhall on Feb 20 Congressman Poe discusses Border Agent assualts at the Immigration Town Hall - Jefferson County Immigration Townhall on Feb 20 Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Congressman Ted Poe at the Foreign Affairs Committee Meeting on Feb 13, 2008 - Congressman Poe with his longtime friend Judge Vic Pecorino - Grand Opening of the new Humble Court House on Feb 22 Congressman Poe and Judge Vic Pecorino share a laugh - Grand Opening of the new Humble Court House on Feb 22 Congressman Poe presents a proclamation to Mayor McMannes - Grand Opening of the new Humble Court House on Feb 22 Mayor McMannes of Humble and Congressman Ted Poe - Grand Opening of the new Humble Court House on Feb 22 Louis Smith and Tom Broad of Memorial Hermann Northeast take a picture with Congressman Poe - Grand Opening of the new Humble Court House on Feb 22 John and Virginia Garza, Congressman Ted Poe, and Jesse Inocencio - Grand Opening of the new Humble Court House on Feb 22 The ribbon cutting at the new Humble Court House - Grand Opening of the new Humble Court House on Feb 22 Dr. Tom Fritts from Deerbrook Baptist Church and Congressman Ted Poe - Grand Opening of the new Humble Court House on Feb 22 Construction photos of the building of the new Humble Court House - Grand Opening of the new Humble Court House on Feb 22 City Manager Darrell Boeske presenting Congressman Ted Poe with painting of new courthouse - Grand Opening of the new Humble Court House on Feb 22 Jamie Leigh Jones and Congressman Ted Poe - Congressman Poe with Loribeth Weinstein, Executive Director of Jewish Women International, and Tovah Kasdin, Program Manager of Jewish Women International - Congressman Poe spoke at the Interfaith Domestic Violence Breakfast on Feb 13, 2008 Congressman Poe and new Chairman Darrell Pile - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Congressman Poe swears in Darrell Pile, the new Chairman of the Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Congressman Poe speaks at the Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce Gala - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Linda Schafer and Congressman Poe meet in his Humble District Office - Congressman Ted Poe and Roger Clemens - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill Jamie Leigh Jones testifies before the House Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee on Feb. 12, 2008 - Congressman Poe introduced Jamie before she gave her statement - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill Congressman Poe introduced Roger Clemens and his attorneys at the Feb 7th press event - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill Walking through the Rayburn House Office Building to the press conference on Feb 7th - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill Roger Clemens' attorney, Rusty Hardin, speaks at the press conference - Roger Clemens Comes to Capitol Hill Amb. Joseph Wu, Taiwan Representative to the US, presents Congressman Ted Poe with a gift - Congressman Poe throws Mardi Gras beads at the Kingwood Mardi Gras Parade - 2008 Kingwood Mardi Gras Parade Congressman Poe speaks at the 2008 Kingwood Mardi Gras Parade - 2008 Kingwood Mardi Gras Parade Congressman Ted Poe serves as the Grand Marshall for the 2008 Kingwood Mardi Gras Parade - 2008 Kingwood Mardi Gras Parade Congressman Ted Poe meets foreign exchange student, Daniel Sebesta, from Germany in the Humble District Office - Chris and Lynze Brode meet with Congressman Poe after they finished their 3 mile run - Kingwood Bridgefest Feb 2, 2008 Carol Sutton and Cezar Gonzalez from the Lake Houston YMCA talk with Congressman Poe - Kingwood Bridgefest Feb 2, 2008 Congressman Poe helps hand out awards at the Kingwood Bridgefest - Kingwood Bridgefest Feb 2, 2008 Congressman Poe and Gabriel Gonzalez - Kingwood Bridgefest Feb 2, 2008 Congressman Poe with the Loiodice Family - Kingwood Bridgefest Feb 2, 2008 Doug Stanley and Congressman Poe - Kingwood Bridgefest Feb 2, 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Patti Chapman - Kingwood Bridgefest Feb 2, 2008 Cezar Gonzalez, Executive Director, for the Lake Houston YMCA and Congressman Ted Poe - Kingwood Bridgefest Feb 2, 2008 Congressman Poe with Arthur Anderson and his wife - Dayton Chamber Banquet on Jan 31, 2008 Congressman Poe with the Wisegerber family - Dayton Chamber Banquet on Jan 31, 2008 Congressman Poe with the Teen Team City Dayton - Dayton Chamber Banquet on Jan 31, 2008 Texas State Representative Steve Otto and Congressman Ted Poe - Dayton Chamber Banquet on Jan 31, 2008 Congressman Poe presents a certificate of Recognition to Lester Ray Wisegerber - Dayton Chamber Banquet on Jan 31, 2008 Congresman Poe and Mike George, Dayton Newspaper Editor - Dayton Chamber Banquet on Jan 31, 2008 Matt and Kim Harris with Congressman Poe - Dayton Chamber Banquet on Jan 31, 2008 Mable McKnight and Congressman Poe - Dayton Chamber Banquet on Jan 31, 2008 Kenneth Voytek, Congressman Poe, and Ray Stoesser - Dayton Chamber Banquet on Jan 31, 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Sergeant John Coleman of the Dayton Police Department - Dayton Chamber Banquet on Jan 31, 2008 Congressman Poe with Betty Jo and Lester Ray Wisegerber - Dayton Chamber Banquet on Jan 31, 2008 Randy Thompson, President of Willowbrook Rotary, introduces Congressman Poe - Congressman Ted Poe attends the Willowbrook Rotary Meeting on Feb. 1, 2008 Tom and Bridgett Lewis and Congressman Poe - Congressman Ted Poe attends the Willowbrook Rotary Meeting on Feb. 1, 2008 Congressman Poe and John Mitchell - Congressman Ted Poe attends the Willowbrook Rotary Meeting on Feb. 1, 2008 Dr. Elbert Coker,, Congressman Poe, Dr. Ken Gould, and Dr. Rusty Schlattmann - Congressman Ted Poe attends the Willowbrook Rotary Meeting on Feb. 1, 2008 Beth LaPenna and Congressman Poe at the Willowbrook Rotary meeting - Congressman Ted Poe attends the Willowbrook Rotary Meeting on Feb. 1, 2008 Rick Strouse with Motiva speaks to the crowd at Congressman Ted Poe's Industrial Expansion Townhall - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Valero's Jim Griffith, Congressman Ted Poe, Milton Hamilton, and Mike Gunter - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Rick Nieland, Sharon Dautrieve, Congressman Ted Poe, Tom Burger, and Kathleen Jackson - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Port Arthur Chamber President Mary Ann Reid - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Congressman Ted Poe and Paula Richardson - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Larry Fagg - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with John Benard - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Ester Benoit, Congressman Ted Poe, and Sheila Lindsey - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Darlene Moody - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Port Arthur Councilman John Beard - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Congressman Ted Poe speaks with Ed Dubois - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Serge & Bonheur Malonga - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Congressman Ted Poe with Helen Skacel - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 5 Point Credit Union in Port Arthur is at maximum capacity for Congressman Ted Poe's Industrial Expansion Town Hall on Saturday Jan 19, 2008 - Jefferson County Expansion Projects Information Meeting, January 2008 Congressman Poe & Port Arthur Police Chief Mark Blanton at the new Motiva Refinery ground breaking - Congressman Poe & Motiva CEO Bill Welte at the new Motiva Refinery ground breaking - Port Arthur Fire Chief Larry Richard & Congressman Poe at the new Motiva Refinery ground breaking - Congressman Poe meets with Jefferson County Union leaders - Congressman Poe meets with Jefferson County Union leaders - Congressman Poe & Port Arthur Councilman John Beard - Chart - - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Congressman Poe with Ted and Diana Price - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events The Spark Family and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Pam Dickson, Congressman Poe, and Janet Huberty - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Observer Newspaper Staff enjoying the Gala - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Mike Sullivan, Joe Crabb, Jess Fields and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Congressman Poe with the Lindeneaus - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Bill Shank with Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Congressman Poe with members of the Humble Police Department - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Congressman Poe with Emily and David Marshall - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Joe and Corinn Price of Administaff, Tom Broad of Memorial Hermann Hospital, and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Congressman Poe with Mike Byers, Humble Area Chamber of Commerce President - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Congressman Poe and Domingo Villarreal - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Congressman Poe and Carolyn McCarty - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Bill and Charlotte Foster, Congressman Poe, and Veronica and Jody Marshburn - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Buddy and Carolyn Hicks enjoy visiting with Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Bob Roy, 2007 Chair of the Executive Board of the Humble Area Chamber of Commerce, and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Andie Szabo, Congressman Poe, and Angie Gentry - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Andie Szabo and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Chamber of Commerce Gala events Congressman Poe with Pam Hughes at the Houston Association of Realtors Breakfast - Congressman Poe with Jeff Caynon, President of Firefighters Local 341 in Houston - Congressman Poe with Carolyn Rogers at the Houston Association of Realtors Breakfast - Congressman Poe meets with Curtis Collier of US Border Watch and Bob Price, Vice President of Blue Wonder Gun Care Products, in his Humble District Office - Congressman Poe and Steve Khalaf - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Philippe Cras presenting a book to be donated to Humble ISD on behalf of Congressman Ted Poe - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Dale Ealy with Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Congressman Poe and Dan Huberty - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Congressman Poe with Philippe Cras, Humble Rotary President - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Eugene Oneal, Congressman Poe, and Bill Davis - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Dr. Martin Basaldua and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Congressman Poe and Sharon Lewis - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Andie Szabo and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Congressman Poe with Michael Ward - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Congressman with Kingwood Area Republican Womens Group - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Congressman Poe with Cezar Gonzalez - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Congressman Poe with Marietta Winters - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Congressman Poe and Jess Fields - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Congressman Poe with Bobbi and Don Barksdale - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Dr. Gabriel Yammine, DDS, Congressman Poe, and Dr. David Vmansky, DDS - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Laura Cox and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Ms. Ferguson and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Skip Curry and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Congressman Poe and the Sullivans - Congressman Poe attends Humble Rotary Club Meeting Constituents with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe with Miles Lindholtz - Congressman Poe with Freyja Lauritsen and baby Caris - Santos Ibarra, Congressman Poe, and Gus SanMiguel attend the Law Enforcement Breakfast in Humble, TX - The White House as seen from the front driveway - Christmas 2007 at the White House Colleen Davies stands in the foyer outside the Blue Room with the official White House Christmas tree in the background - Christmas 2007 at the White House The official White House Christmas Tree which is located in the Blue Room - Christmas 2007 at the White House View of the State Dining Room from the foyer - Christmas 2007 at the White House An edible white chocolate covered gingerbread miniture of the White House - Christmas 2007 at the White House The State Dining Room - Christmas 2007 at the White House The Red Room - Christmas 2007 at the White House Picture of Independence Hall in the Green Room - Christmas 2007 at the White House Portrait of Benjamin Franklin in the Green Room - Christmas 2007 at the White House View of the East Room from the foyer - Christmas 2007 at the White House Portraint of Martha Washington located in the East Room - Christmas 2007 at the White House Portrait of Lady Bird Johnson above the mantel in the Vermeil Room - Christmas 2007 at the White House The Vermeil Room with portraits of several first ladies - Christmas 2007 at the White House Cape Hatteras Lighthouse located in the East Garden Room - Christmas 2007 at the White House Congressman Ted Poe and Jamie Leigh Jones - The Congressman and Jamie Leigh Jones testified before the Judiciary subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security Congressman Ted Poe and Mrs. America 2007 Kelly McBee - Congressman Poe with TV personalities Sibila Vargas and Jose Grinan - On set at Fox 26 Congressman Poe laughs with science fair winner Joshua Sers and his father - Congressman Poe attends Harmony Charter School's Grand Opening on Dec 1, 2007 Congressman Poe joins local elected officials, Harmony School staff, and Science Fair winners for a group picture - Congressman Poe attends Harmony Charter School's Grand Opening on Dec 1, 2007 Congressman Ted Poe cuts the ribbon at Harmony Charter School Beaumont, Texas - Congressman Poe attends Harmony Charter School's Grand Opening on Dec 1, 2007 Congressman Ted Poe presents Congressional Proclamation to Principal Ahmet and Harmony Charter Schools Superintendent Sonar Tarim - Congressman Poe attends Harmony Charter School's Grand Opening on Dec 1, 2007 Congressman Ted Poe with Harmony School's Science Fair gold medal winner - Congressman Poe attends Harmony Charter School's Grand Opening on Dec 1, 2007 Congressman Ted Poe with Get Williams-Wright, Christopher Neville, and Jordan Moore - Congressman Poe attends Harmony Charter School's Grand Opening on Dec 1, 2007 Congressman Poe speaks to Hargrave High School seniors about the Constitution and civic responsibilty - Congressman Poe speaks to Students at Hargrave High School on Dec 3, 2007 Congressman Poe and Hargrave High School Principal Mary Kitchel - Congressman Poe speaks to Students at Hargrave High School on Dec 3, 2007 Congressman Poe and Hargrave High School Seniors - Congressman Poe speaks to Students at Hargrave High School on Dec 3, 2007 Congressman Poe and Hargrave High School Seniors - Congressman Poe speaks to Students at Hargrave High School on Dec 3, 2007 Iovry Harrison and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe tours the Beaumont Coca-Cola Bottling Facility on Nov 29, 2007 Ivory Harrison, Congressman Poe, and Jim Bowen - Congressman Poe tours the Beaumont Coca-Cola Bottling Facility on Nov 29, 2007 Congressman Poe with the Beaumont Coca-Cola Sales and Leadership team - Congressman Poe tours the Beaumont Coca-Cola Bottling Facility on Nov 29, 2007 Congressman Poe and Christy Mellen, Executive Director of Girls Haven - Reflection of the Washington Monument in the Vietnam Wall - 2007 Veteran's Day Observance at the Vietnam Memorial Buggler plays "Taps" to close the ceremony - 2007 Veteran's Day Observance at the Vietnam Memorial Bagpiper plays "Amazing Grace" during the wreath laying ceremony - 2007 Veteran's Day Observance at the Vietnam Memorial General Colin Powell gives the key note address at the Veterans Day Observance at the Vietnam Memorial - 2007 Veteran's Day Observance at the Vietnam Memorial Country music star Darryl Worely sings, "I just came back from a war." - 2007 Veteran's Day Observance at the Vietnam Memorial Retiring of the colors - 2007 Veteran's Day Observance at the Vietnam Memorial Presentation of the colors to begin the ceremony - 2007 Veteran's Day Observance at the Vietnam Memorial Congressman Poe speaks with workers at J&J; Manufacturing - Congressman Poe tours J&J; Manufacturing facility in Jefferson County Nov 5, 2007 Mark Hardy of J&J; Manufacturing, Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames, Congressman Poe, and Mr. and Mrs. Hayes - Congressman Poe tours J&J; Manufacturing facility in Jefferson County Nov 5, 2007 Congressman Poe and Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames meet with J&J; Manufacturing representatives, Toby Hayes and Mark Hardy - Congressman Poe tours J&J; Manufacturing facility in Jefferson County Nov 5, 2007 Congressman Poe and Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames tour the J&J; Manufacturing facility with Mark Hardy - Congressman Poe tours J&J; Manufacturing facility in Jefferson County Nov 5, 2007 Andrew Elliot and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends Boy Scout Troop #1377 meeting on Nov 26, 2007 Boy Scout Troop 1377 present Congressman Poe with a badge - Congressman Poe attends Boy Scout Troop #1377 meeting on Nov 26, 2007 Congressman Poe signs copies of the Constitution for members of Boy Scout Troop 1377 - Congressman Poe attends Boy Scout Troop #1377 meeting on Nov 26, 2007 Congressman Poe with Jared and Braden Deupree - Congressman Poe attends Boy Scout Troop #1377 meeting on Nov 26, 2007 Justin Malone's family support him at his Court of Honor - His family members are Richard (Dad), Jake (baby brother), Masami (Mom), Brandon (brother), and Justin Justin Rie Malone of Boy Scout Troop 674 became an Eagle Scout on November 24th - Justin is a sophomore at Atascocita High School and lives in Atascocita, Texas. 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Ted Poe visits the Exxon Mobil Refinery in Beaumont - Congressman Poe speaking about the bravery of our Veterans - Veterans Day 2007 Celebration in Dayton, Texas Bagpiper, Stanley Fontenot, plays Amazing Grace. - Veterans Day 2007 Celebration in Dayton, Texas VFW Post 512 is present at the Dayton Veterans Day Celebration - Veterans Day 2007 Celebration in Dayton, Texas Specialist Lee and Congressman Poe - Veterans Day 2007 Celebration in Dayton, Texas Honor Guard Tribute - Veterans Day 2007 Celebration in Dayton, Texas Franklin Ripkowski and Congressman Poe - Veterans Day 2007 Celebration in Dayton, Texas Congressman Poe presents Karla and Brent Burris with a flag - Veterans Day 2007 Celebration in Dayton, Texas Colonel Mark McClelland and Congressman Poe - Veterans Day 2007 Celebration in Dayton, Texas Continental Employees - Rep. Poe visits with Continental Employees Albany Police Chief James Tuffy, Gregory Harlin, and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends 10th Annual Capital District Gang Regional Information Sharing Conference in Albany, NY Albany Police Chief James Tuffy, Congressman Poe, and Detective Daniel Stevens, President of ECGIA - Congressman Poe attends 10th Annual Capital District Gang Regional Information Sharing Conference in Albany, NY Albany Police Chief James Tuffy, Detective Constable Doug Minor of the Toronto Police Service, and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends 10th Annual Capital District Gang Regional Information Sharing Conference in Albany, NY Congressman Poe with stage technical crew - Congressman Poe attends 10th Annual Capital District Gang Regional Information Sharing Conference in Albany, NY City of Albany Mayor Gerald Jennings and Youth Panel participants - Congressman Poe attends 10th Annual Capital District Gang Regional Information Sharing Conference in Albany, NY Albany Police Chief James Tuffy and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe attends 10th Annual Capital District Gang Regional Information Sharing Conference in Albany, NY Congressman Poe visits with Representatives from the University of Texas System Office of Federal Relations - Radio Hosts Jim Pruitt and Brian Shannon with Congressman Poe on Ted Poet Society weekly radio show - Thomas Matussek, German Ambassador to the United Nations and Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe in a CNN interview discusses chinese light bulbs containing mercury - Congressman Poe with members of European Parliaments - Participating countries included Austria, Cyprus, Denmark, Finalnd, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom Congressman Poe speaks to members of European Parliaments about immigration and border security - Participating countries included Austria, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom Congressman Poe and Emily Conner at The Inwood House event in New York City - Congressman Poe speaks at the Boy Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Joe Domino and Congressman Poe - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Congressman Poe receives an award from the Boy Scouts - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Congressman Poe and Stanley Hatcher - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Congressman Poe and Kathleen Jackson - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Alan Sampson, Daniel Risso, & Congressman Poe - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Stanley Lord & Congressman Poe - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Congressman Poe, Kayla & Chas. Clifton, III - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Congressman Poe & Clark Colvin - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Daniel Riso & Congressman Poe - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Alan Sampson & Congressman - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Boy Scout Staff with Congressman Poe - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Former Mayor Evelyn Lord and Congressman Poe - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Congressman Poe and Beverly Hatcher - Boys Scouts Distinguished Citizens Dinner Awards - Sept 28, 2007 Senior Master Sgt. John Garcia presents Congressman Poe with a flag flown over Iraq in his honor - Dedication of Flags at Cleveland High School - Oct 19, 2007 Congressman Poe and Kelly Hunt, mother of Lance Cpl. Robert A. Martinez - Dedication of Flags at Cleveland High School - Oct 19, 2007 Congressman Poe and Cleveland Postmaster Mike Trimm - Dedication of Flags at Cleveland High School - Oct 19, 2007 Congressman Poe with Cleveland High School JROTC members - Dedication of Flags at Cleveland High School - Oct 19, 2007 Specialist Donald Valentine III - U.S. Army 03/05/86-09/18/07, The Woodlands, Texas. Specialist Donald E. Valentine III of the United States Army was born in Houston, Texas, on March 5, 1986. Donald Valentine joined the United States Army because of the 9/11 attack on this country. Specialist Valentine was killed along with two other soldiers on September 18, 2007, in Muqdadiyah, Iraq, when an IED, an improvised explosive device, detonated near him. Specialist Donald Valentine III comes from a military family. His father, Donald II, is a Navy veteran. His brother Daniel wanted to enlist to be with his brother Donald in Iraq, and Daniel, 19, still intends to join the military. Specialist Valentine is the 91st fallen service member with ties to the Houston area to have been killed in Iraq or Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division of the Stryker Brigade Combat Team from Fort Lewis, Washington. Specialist Valentine lived a short but faithful life to the things that were important to him: family and country. He was 21 when he was killed. General George Patton was right about such warriors. We should thank God that such men as Specialist Donald Valentine III ever lived. Staff Sgt Eric Duckworth - U.S. Army 10/30/80-10/10/07 Plano, TX Clear Lake High School Army Staff Sergeant Eric Duckworth was killed in the line of duty in Iraq on October 10, when he was leading a convoy and his vehicle was hit by an IED, an improvised explosive device, on the side of the road. Sergeant Duckworth was 26 years of age and on his second tour in Iraq. He graduated from Clear Lake High School in Houston, Texas, in 1999, and while in high school, he wanted to participate in the military, so he joined the ROTC. As soon as he graduated from high school, he joined the United States Army. His parents, Michael and Barbara Duckworth, of The Woodlands, Texas, say that for as long as they can remember, their son Eric wanted to serve his country in public service both in law enforcement and in the military. Sergeant Duckworth was also a husband and a father. He is survived by his wife of 5 years, Sonya, and they have three children. Eric said that the Iraqi people were grateful to Americans for their sacrifice in Iraq. Sergeant Duckworth also said it was his destiny and his belief that he should be an American soldier. He shared that belief with his mother in their last conversation they had together before he was killed in Iraq. The whole Duckworth family felt it was important that Staff Sergeant Eric Duckworth serve in the United States Army overseas. Sergeant Duckworth's service to his family and the Army and this country will always be remembered. Of course he is one of those few proud American heroes. Staff Sergeant Duckworth, America appreciates your sacrifice on the alter of freedom for the rest of us, and we also appreciate the sacrifice of the entire Duckworth family down in Houston, Texas. We are sympathetic and grieve with this family, but are proud of their son who served in the United States Army. Lance Corporal Jeremy Burris - U.S. Marine Corps 12/3/84-10/8/07 Liberty, TX Lance Corporal Jeremy Burris of the United States Marine Corps was killed on October 8, 2007, while conducting combat operations in al-Anbar Province in Iraq. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 4th Regiment, 1st Marine Division, Marine Expeditionary Force from Camp Pendleton, California. He was driving a military vehicle and was accompanied by two other Marines when the vehicle hit an IED, that's an improvised explosive device, hidden in the road. Lance Corporal Burris survived the initial blast and helped the other two wounded Marines from the vehicle. Then Jeremy returned to the vehicle to retrieve sensitive equipment when a second bomb detonated and Lance Corporal Burris was killed. It's not uncommon that our enemy sets a second delayed bomb explosion because they know Marines will always return for their wounded or dead or sensitive equipment from their damaged vehicles. This is how these cowards of the desert conduct war against our troops. They do so remotely. They won't come out in the open and fight because they fear the Marines and the Marine reputation. Burris was a proud Marine. He was an unapologetic person of faith, and he attended the nondenominational church, Cornerstone Church, where he led worship and praise sessions for youth groups. Lance Corporal Burris believed totally in his mission in Iraq. He said he was not afraid to die, and he joined the Marines a year and a half ago knowing he would go off to war. He told his youth minister “he would rather die young while he was able to give 100 percent than grow old and not be able to give that 100 percent.” Amazing man - this young gun of the United States Marine Corps. Ronald Reagan said this about the United States Marines: “Some people live an entire lifetime and wonder if they have ever made a difference in the world, but the Marines, they don't have that problem.” Jeremy Burris was one of those Marines. Congressman Poe during the UN General Assembly - Congressman Poe acts as Congressional Delegate to the U.N. 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General Assembly World War II Veterans helping with the Ribbon Cutting - US Coast Guard Station Sabine’s Rededication & Ribbon Cutting Petty Officers Brent Meller, Eric Burkett, Anne Attwood & Brian Shajari - US Coast Guard Station Sabine’s Rededication & Ribbon Cutting Petty Officers Brent Meller, Eric Burkett, Anne Attwood & Brian Shajari - US Coast Guard Station Sabine’s Rededication & Ribbon Cutting US Coast Guard Station Sabine’s Rededication & Ribbon Cutting - US Coast Guard Station Sabine’s Rededication & Ribbon Cutting US Coast Guard Station Sabine’s Rededication & Ribbon Cutting - US Coast Guard Station Sabine’s Rededication & Ribbon Cutting Cass Forkin, Bruce Hammond, and Congressman Poe - Twilight Foundation Recognizes WWII Vet Bruce Hammond on Sept 26, 2007 Bruce Hammond and Congressman Poe at the World War II Memorial in Washington, DC - Twilight Foundation Recognizes WWII Vet Bruce Hammond on Sept 26, 2007 Congressman Poe with Bruce Hammond and his son - Twilight Foundation Recognizes WWII Vet Bruce Hammond on Sept 26, 2007 Congressman Poe presenting Bruce Hammond with a flag that was flown over the US Capitol - Twilight Foundation Recognizes WWII Vet Bruce Hammond on Sept 26, 2007 Congressman Poe with WWII Veteran Bruce Hammond - Twilight Foundation Recognizes WWII Vet Bruce Hammond on Sept 26, 2007 Lamar Community Outreach Advisory Council Installation - Lamar Advisory Council Installation on Sept 21, 2007 Retired State Rep. Al Price, Kristin Barrs & Dr. Alvin Thomas - Lamar Advisory Council Installation on Sept 21, 2007 Congressman Poe & Elton Payne - Lamar Advisory Council Installation on Sept 21, 2007 Lamar University Community Outreach Advisory Council - Lamar Advisory Council Installation on Sept 21, 2007 Dr. Alvin Thomas, Retired State Rep. Al Price, Sr., & Congressman Poe - Lamar Advisory Council Installation on Sept 21, 2007 Congressman Ted Poe visits with UPS representatives at their Bush IAH facility - Members of the American Chemistry Council, Richard Strouse, Brad Loerger, Clark Colvin, Wendal Turley, Hector Rivero, Joe Arnold, Josh Young, Christina Wisdom with Congressman Poe - Congressman Poe speaks to members of the Dupont Goodrich Credit Union - Dupont Goodrich Credit Union Meeting Members of the Dupont Goodrich Credit Union - Dupont Goodrich Credit Union Meeting - Dupont Goodrich Credit Union Meeting Congressman Poe meeting members of the Dupont Goodrich Credit Union - Dupont Goodrich Credit Union Meeting Congressman Poe with Continental Representatives at the ATA Rally - Congressman Poe with Superintendent Greg Hayman - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 Congressman Poe presents Nathan Abshire of Troup 8 a flag flown over the US Capitol - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 Congressman Poe with two young Bronco fans - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 Sandra and James Sterling with Congressman Poe - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 Congressman Poe with Dayton Police Officers - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 The stands are packed at the new Bronco Stadium in Dayton - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 Dayton High School Football Players - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 Dedication ceremony at Bronco Stadium - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 Fans at Bronco Stadium - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 Dayton Varsity Cheerleaders with Congressman Poe - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 Congressman Poe with Texas State Representative John Otto - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 Congressman Poe with Ron Holcomb - Dedication Ceremony of Dayton High School's Bronco Stadium on Sept 14, 2007 Terry Fellwock and Congressman Poe - Business Leaders Meet and Greet in Spring, TX Spectrum Plaza Staff with Congressman Poe - Business Leaders Meet and Greet in Spring, TX Michelle Prescott, Congressman Poe, and Linda Tallant - Business Leaders Meet and Greet in Spring, TX Jacob Huermann, a local musician, gives Congressman Poe a copy of his new CD - Business Leaders Meet and Greet in Spring, TX Congressman Poe and Doug Stanley - Business Leaders Meet and Greet in Spring, TX Congressman Poe in a CNN Interview discussing the border - Mary and Ray Martin with Congressman Poe - Cleveland Lions Club Luncheon Basket used to transport people across the Rio Grande - Congressman Poe visits Texas Border Foot Bridge from US to Mexico - Congressman Poe visits Texas Border Members of the French Parliament, Congressman Poe, and Congressman James Oberstar at the French Residence - French Ambassador H.E. Pierre Vimont and Congressman Poe at the French Residence - French Ambassador H.E. Pierre Vimont and Congressman Poe at the French Residence - President of the UN General Assembly Dr. Srgjan Kerim and Congressman Poe - Specialist Kamisha Block - U.S. Army 08/04/87-8/16/07 Vidor, TX AIM Center High School In southeast Texas, the small town of Vidor has lost one of its daughters of democracy. Army Specialist Kamisha Block was killed in Baghdad August 16, 2007, in the hot war for Iraq. Kamisha Block became the first female from southeast Texas to die in this war. She enlisted in 2005 at the age of 18 in the United States Army. Kamisha volunteered for the Army when this country was at war, and she probably expected to be sent to the desert of the gun and the valley of the sun. She joined the Army right out of high school. Specialist Block was a military police officer, and eventually wanted to be in law enforcement with a career in the FBI or the CIA. She was assigned to the 401st Military Police Company, 720th Military Police Battalion and 89th Military Police Brigade out of Fort Hood, Texas. Specialist Block's death hit her family hard, and the whole community mourns for her. While serving in Korea and Iraq, Specialist Kamisha Block was awarded several commendations. She was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Army Service Ribbon, the Good Conduct Medal, Operation Iraqi Freedom Service Ribbon, and the Bronze Star. Specialist Block showed in a mere 20 years the example of compassion, duty, determination, love of country, and love of God that will echo in her small town of Texas throughout eternity. Carolyn Wilmoth, Carol McWaters, Rayline Barnett, Irma Powers, and Peggy Dunn with Congressman Poe - Cleveland Lions Club Luncheon Congressman Poe speaking at the Lions Club Meeting in Cleveland, TX - Cleveland Lions Club Luncheon Cleveland Lions Club Directors with Congressman Poe - Cleveland Lions Club Luncheon Brenda Myers from Impact Children's Center with Congressman Poe - Cleveland Lions Club Luncheon Congressman Ted Poe and representatives from Transwestern Commercial Real Estate Company - Congressman Ted Poe visits with representatives from Transwestern Commercial Real Estate Company in Texas Children crossing into the US for school and golf - Congressman Poe visits Texas Border Congressman Poe on an unmanned foot bridge in Hudspeth County - Congressman Poe visits Texas Border Congressman Poe with El Paso County Chief Deputy Apodaco at US-Mexican bridge - Congressman Poe visits Texas Border Congressman Poe with Hudspeth County Sheriff West - Congressman Poe visits Texas Border Interview with CNN at US border crossing - Congressman Poe visits Texas Border Mexican license plates at an El Paso High School - Congressman Poe visits Texas Border Foot and tire tracks near foot bridge crossing - Congressman Poe visits Texas Border Children crossing into the US to go to School - Congressman Poe visits Texas Border Bare foot print at foot bridge crossing - Congressman Poe visits Texas Border Congressman Poe with Gary and Karen Smith - Be An Angel Dinner in Humble, TX Mike Byers, Congressman Poe, and Geralyn Sullivan - Be An Angel Dinner in Humble, TX Congressman Poe with The Berry's - Be An Angel Dinner in Humble, TX Congressman Poe and Dan Huberty and son - Be An Angel Dinner in Humble, TX Captain Shiflet and Congressman Poe - Be An Angel Dinner in Humble, TX Congressman Poe with DeeDee Walker - Be An Angel Dinner in Humble, TX Astronaut Walt Cunningham and wife Dot with Congressman Poe - Be An Angel Dinner in Humble, TX Kate Jones of Spring High School meets with Congressman Poe to discuss education and athletics - Congressman Poe visits with Alisha Marie Wyscarver in the Humble District Office - Staff Sgt Terrance D. Dunn - U.S. Army 01/18/69-02/02/07 Pascagoula, MS Pascagoula High School Calling Atascocita, Texas, home, Staff Sergeant Dunn graduated from Pascagoula High School in Mississippi in 1987. In 1991, Staff Sergeant Dunn enlisted in the United States Army. He volunteered to serve this country and to become a part of an organization that accomplished great things. For him, the Army was his life. For 16 years, Staff Sergeant Dunn devoted his life to protecting United States and its citizens from those who wanted to destroy us, freedom and liberty. He was always taking time to make sure that his Army uniform was in perfect shape, and he was proud of his service. He was assigned to the 210th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division. He was a mechanic for the United States Army and responsible for servicing vehicles and Army tanks. On February 2 of this year, Staff Sergeant Dunn called home to one of his sisters, checking on the status of the folks back home. His sister had no way of knowing that that would be the last time that she spoke to her brother. Sergeant Dunn is the 18th American warrior associated with my southeast congressional district to be killed in this war in the deserts of Iraq and Afghanistan. For his bravery and service to his people, Staff Sergeant Dunn was awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. He was brought home to Louisiana, his birthplace. Staff Sergeant Dunn was carried by his fellow soldiers in the Army Honor Guard, and he was laid to rest with full military honors. Staff Sergeant Dunn was an American patriot. That is a word sometimes we don't like to use, but he was, and he was proud to be a patriot. He was a hero to his family, his fellow soldiers, and to us. He served his country for 16 years, and he accomplished great things in the United States Army. So God bless the Dunn family and God bless Staff Sergeant Dunn. He fought for our Nation. He defended liberty in lands far, far away. And he never surrendered. PFC Zachary Endsley - U.S. Army 07/03/86-07/23/07 Spring,TX Oak Ridge High School Army Private First Class Zachary Endsley was an individual who understood that being a military soldier was his calling. A native of Spring, Texas, PFC Endsley had been hearing the calling to become an American warrior for many years in his young life. He joined the Civil Air Patrol, a volunteer organization with the United States Air Force when he was just a teenager. He was also involved in the Air Force Junior ROTC at Oak Ridge High School. After graduating from high school in 2004, he attended local community college but realized that college wasn't really for him. After putting off the calling to be a soldier for long enough, he knew it was time to pursue a career in the United States Army. His family was proud of his decision to serve, and he enlisted in the Army in 2005. Endsley excelled in his military placement test for the Army and had the distinct honor of being able to choose the job he wanted to hold. PFC Endsley understood the Nation was at war, yet he chose to charge headlong into battle. On Monday, July 23, 2007, PFC Zachary Endsley's unit came under fire by Taliban insurgents in Afghanistan. In the midst of this battle, his vehicle was assaulted with rocket-propelled grenade fire. PFC Endsley was killed in action. He was 21 years of age. PFC Zachary Endsley was a true soldier. As an infantryman in Afghanistan fighting the forces of the Taliban, Endsley defended freedom. He defended it for his mother, Melinda; his stepfather, David; his father, Terry; his brother, Aaron; his stepsisters, Katie and Kimberly; and all of their families. Those who he protected will line the streets, as the small towns in southeast Texas always do when their fallen come home. And they will bid a silent and proud farewell to a soldier they might not have had the privilege to know, but they will always be grateful to. PFC Brandon Bobb - U.S. Army 1/15/87-07/17/07, Memorial High School, Port Arthur, Riverview High School, Sarasota, FL. Army PFC Brandon Keith Bobb believed in freedom and liberation from tyranny and terrorism. He was born and raised in Port Arthur, Texas. He attended Memorial High School, however, did not get the opportunity to graduate from there because of Hurricane Rita. The Hurricane reared her vicious head and forced Bobb and his family to evacuate southeast Texas, and relocate to Florida. He did not always want to be in the United States Army. It was in Riverview that he decided that he wanted to belong in the United States Army. He knew the United States was at war in action and Iraq, but he enlisted in the Army because he knew it was his duty. As private first class in the Army, Bobb became a military police officer in the 401st Military Police Company, 92nd Military Police Battalion, 89th Military Police Brigade stationed at Ft. Hood, Texas. He was a man of many friends, especially among his brothers in arms in the United States Army. He was always thinking of others, according to his friends. Private First Class Bobb was deployed to Iraq in 2006 and was proud to go over to the vast desert sands of Iraq and defend freedom for the Iraqi people and represent the United States. He believed in his heart what he was doing was right. But on July 17 Private First Class Bobb was traveling in a military Humvee in the Iraqi capital of Baghdad when a bomb detonated near the vehicle. The bomb killed Pfc. Brandon Bobb and two of his fellow soldiers. He was 20 years old. He was due home from duty on July 26. That would have been one week after he gave his life for his country. Pfc. Brandon Bobb embodied what it meant to serve one's country with duty and honor, to put others above himself, and to defend the freedom of all Nations. We are a grateful Nation for the sacrifice of Pfc. Brandon Bobb. Our hearts and prayers are with his family and his Army buddies. 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At a young age, he knew he wanted to be a Marine. He felt so compelled to serve our country that he took every opportunity to become involved in any military program that he could find. When he was in the Junior ROTC, Anthony was the company commander. During his senior year in high school, he achieved the rank of cadet captain. He always had a sense of duty to this country. According to the ROTC instructor, Anthony wanted to be a Marine because he thought it was the toughest of military U.S. services. Lance Corporal Aguirre joined the United States Marine Corps 1 year after graduating from Channelview High School and became a member of the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force in Hawaii. On February 26, 2007, at the age of 20, in an act of fearless courage, LCpl Aguirre put his life on the line for his brothers in arms. And while fighting the forces of evil in Al Anbar Province in Iraq, Anthony stepped on an improvised explosive device. But he didn't immediately jump, as would be a reflection or a reaction for most of us. He kept his foot on the IED and he told the other 20 Marines standing around him to clear the area and take cover. When he saw that they were out of harm's way, he took his foot off the device. He gave his life so that other Marines could live. When this group of Marines reported back to their commander, they told him that Tony had just saved their lives. The commander immediately knew they were referring to LCpl Anthony Aguirre.Anthony Aguirre was buried today in Highlands, Texas. The high school flag was flown at half mast in his honor. Lance Corporal Aguirre died as he lived, for the Marines, for his brothers in arms. 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Captain Fraser applied to the West Point Military Academy, he said, out of sense of duty and as his way of giving back to a country that provided him with unlimited opportunities. At West Point, Captain Fraser was a superior student in the classroom. He graduated with honors as the top student in civil engineering. An accomplished soldier, Captain Fraser completed the rigorous Army Ranger, Airborne, and Air Assault schools. In December 2005, Captain Fraser was deployed to Iraq, assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 67th Armor Regiment, 4th Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, and commanded several units. It was his mission to protect our soldiers and innocent Iraqis from those who stand against freedom and liberty. As a decorated serviceman, Captain Fraser was the recipient of the Overseas Service Ribbon, the Iraqi Campaign Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal for his service while in Iraq during a time of war. He was also awarded the Army Service Ribbon. For his valor during combat on November 26, Captain Fraser was awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. The Fraser family and the Spring, Texas, community will always remember that their son died a hero, serving this great country of ours and defending the basic rights of life and liberty and freedom. God bless the Fraser family and God bless David Fraser and God bless all those who wear the uniform of the American warrior. Lance Cpl. Ryan A. Miller - United States Marine Corps 10/09/86-09/14/06 Pearland, TX Ryan Adam Miller from Pearland, Texas, and 19 years of age, was a third generation marine. His grandfather was a marine in the great World War II. His father Frank was a marine in Vietnam. Ryan was so committed to a future defending others, he graduated from high school early just so he could enlist into the United States Marine Corps. While Ryan loved the Corps, his dream didn't end with service to his country. He has another wish, another sacrifice he wanted to make. He wanted to finish his military career in the Marine Corps and join another force, the very same police force both his mother and father gave decades of their lives to. Both Ryan's parents served for years in the Houston Police Department. I know both of them because of my experience as a prosecutor and as a judge. At the last Houston Police Department cadet graduation this summer, I spoke to Ryan's mother Jeannie, who told me her son was coming back to Houston after he finished his tour of duty in Iraq to be a Houston police officer. This dream was almost a reality. Sadly, he was just days away from returning home when, on September 14, this young marine was killed on patrol by an IED during combat operations against enemy forces in Al Anbar Province, Iraq. Ryan Miller was a fine marine. He was a fine human being. His death was not a loss, because he gave his life over there for all of us over here. We honor Ryan, we honor the parents of this marine and their sacrifices. I also pause today to remember the marines who served with Ryan, and all those who volunteered to defend and protect this great country. They are the fabric of this great Nation. While the blood of their fellow comrades is the red color in the stripes of Old Glory, these few, these proud, these marines, keep us free to see the stars, stars of liberty, freedom and justice. God bless these sons of America. Pompano Club - District Cows - Nederland Heritage Pavilion - Nederland Heritage Park - Nederland Chamber of Commerce - Neches River - Motiva - Lamar University's Montagne Center - Memorial Veterans Park - Tech. Sgt. Walter M Moss, Jr. - U.S. Air Force 01/08/69-03/30/06 Native Houstonian, Walter Moss, Jr., voluntarily served our Nation in Iraq and died doing so. On March 29, 2006, Tech Sergeant Moss became the 200th Texas member of the Armed Forces killed in Iraq. Moss was the first airman from Sather Air Force Base in Iraq to be killed in action during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was 37 years old. In his long military career, he specialized in the dangerous job of detection and removal of explosive devices. He was killed while trying to defuse a makeshift bomb while conducting operations near Baghdad. Born in Houston, Texas, Moss attended Aldine High School. He joined the Air Force upon graduation. During his 16-year military career, he guarded the likes of former President George H. Bush and the First Lady. In 1997, he and his family were stationed at the 31st CE Squadron, Aviano Air Force Base, Italy. He was handpicked from his unit to provide EOD support during the Middle East peace talks where he ensured then-Secretary of State Madeleine Albright's safety. Technical Sergeant Moss was deployed in support of Operations Southern Watch, Allied Force, Desert Strike, Northern Watch and Iraqi Freedom. He was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal with three oak leaf clusters, and the Air Force Achievement Medal with one oak leaf cluster. Even though he was in the Air Force, the Navy and Marines honored him with the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, and he will be awarded the Bronze Star with Valor and the Purple Heart. He died as he lived: Protecting Americans. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for the brave airmen such as Technical Sergeant Walter Moss. He sought out danger so others would not face danger. His unyielding courage was an inspiration to his fellow airmen and his family. He was an American patriot, and he was a cut above the rest of us. Houston, TX Staff Sgt. Benjamin D. Williams - U.S. Marine Corps 03/15/76-06/20/06 Orange, TX Staff Sergeant Benjamin DeWayne Williams, United States Marine, was a true patriot. He was from Orange, Texas, and on his third and last deployment. He was set to return home on August 15. He had plans to surprise his mother. But before that could happen, he was killed on June 20 fighting the enemy forces in Al Anbar, Iraq. Ben Williams was 30 years of age. His friends said he loved being a Marine. He went to Little Cypress Mauriceville High School and played football, and as soon as he graduated from high school, he joined the United States Marine Corps. He was a staff sergeant in the Marines and an infantry unit leader assigned to the First Battalion, First Marine Regiment, First Marine Division of the First Marine Expeditionary Force at Camp Pendleton, California. His sacrifice gives true meaning to the Vietnam era phrase ``All gave some…Some gave all.'' Sergeant Williams gave all, dying for the rest of us. It was his devotion that thrust him into battle with his eyes wide open. He knew that there was a chance he wouldn't come home. His level of devotion meant giving himself after giving his all. His life is the cost of freedom, a freedom and an expense that he embraced proudly. Every member of the military we remember is described as someone who loved his country, a soldier to the bone who believed in what they were doing. We call ourselves patriots, but few of us have the scars to prove it. Few have the courage to face and embrace the darkest unknown, the possibility of not going home. These few, these volunteers, are a rich testament to the courage they have in their hearts. Now and always we must remember their sacrifice, our men and women who fight, so we can look in the blue skies of liberty and remember them with the flying of every star and every stripe. Staff Sgt. Edward Reynolds, Jr. - U.S. Army 12/30/78-09/26/06 Groves, TX U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Edward Charles Reynolds, Jr. was an 8-year Army veteran. He is a native of Port Arthur, Texas, and he was a 1997 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School. Family was the most important thing to Staff Sergeant Reynolds. Friends knew him as the man that kept them out of trouble, pushing them to succeed in life. And his country knew him as a defender of our freedoms. In December 2005, Staff Sergeant Reynolds was deployed to Iraq, worlds away. During the next 10 months, assigned to the U.S. Army 1st Battalion, 67th Armor Regiment, 2nd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, Staff Sergeant Reynolds dodged bullets, IEDs, and Iraqi outlaws throughout the Baghdad desert. But on September 26, Staff Sergeant Reynolds and a fellow soldier were crossing a Baghdad bridge in a military convoy when that bridge collapsed, plunging their vehicle underwater, trapping both soldiers inside. 27-year-old Staff Sergeant Reynolds and his colleague were killed in action, becoming victims in the struggle for Iraqi freedom. A decorated soldier, Staff Sergeant Reynolds was the recipient of the Combat Infantry Badge, the Kosovo Campaign Medal. He was also awarded the Iraqi Combat Campaign Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and the Bronze Star. He was a lifelong member of the Borden Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. And like his mother and father, Staff Sergeant Reynolds had a devout faith in his Almighty God, believing that everything he was given was a gift by Him. American citizens are born into the privilege of freedom, and we must remember that the sacrifice given by Staff Sergeant Reynolds and all American warriors is responsible for the continuation of this great Nation. Staff Sergeant Reynolds chose to protect the freedom that he was born into from the violent militants robbing nations of life and liberty. So God bless Staff Sergeant Reynolds and his family. Staff Sgt. Jerry Michael Durbin - U.S. Army 07/06/79-01/25/06 Spring, TX Army Staff Sergeant Michael Durbin was born on July 6, 1979, in Houston, Texas. He grew up in Spring, Texas, and attended Nimitz High School. He attended Kingwood College before deciding to enlist in the Army in 2001 at the age of 21. His goal in life was to someday work for the CIA, and he enlisted in the hopes that the military would be a quick route toward that goal. By the age of 26, Michael had already become staff sergeant in an air assault unit, and had bold aspirations of becoming a member of the elite and daring Delta Force. Staff Sergeant Durbin had already served two tours of duty in the Middle East and was deployed for his third tour of duty in September 2005. He became the 194th Texan killed since the start of the war. He was killed when a homemade bomb exploded while he was on patrol. Michael was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 502nd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team of the 101st Airborne Division, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. With his entire life before him, and his aspirations to serve Americans, Michael risked everything to fight for the values and freedoms we as Americans enjoy this day and every day. He was fighting so the Iraqis can enjoy these freedoms as well. With the death of Michael Durbin, this Nation lost a freedom fighter, a loving father, and, as his dad said, a perfect son. Specialist Ryan R. Berg - U.S. Army 07/24/87-01/09/07 Sabine Pass, TX Sabine Pass High School Army Specialist Ryan Berg was an American soldier. When others his age were talking about going to college or working in the nearby refineries, Ryan went to the local Army recruiter's office on his 18th birthday and joined the United States Army, knowing America was at war in Iraq and Afghanistan. He wanted to make a difference by being an American soldier. Ryan Berg had spent his entire life in Sabine Pass, Texas, and he knew everybody in town. Ryan knew his calling after high school was to join the United States Army. He simply wanted to protect his country, like he had protected those he knew and loved all his life. He was deployed to Iraq on October 4, 2006, and he was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 12th Calvary Regiment, 3rd Brigade, Alpha Section, 3rd Platoon. Amazing people, these Americans who go to war. On January 4, 2007 with nearly a year to go in Iraq, the teenager returned to the battlefront to fight against these insurgents and their terror against the people of Iraq. Ryan was only in Iraq for 5 days when he was shot by a hidden enemy sniper. The wound was fatal. 19-year-old U.S. Army Specialist Ryan Berg became the first son of Sabine Pass, Texas, to be killed defending freedom in that land far, far away, of Iraq. For his courage during combat, Ryan was awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Ryan's loved ones expressed their pride of his service to America and the bravery their soldier exhibited throughout his career. This Nation owes its gratitude, its liberties, its freedom, to people like Specialist Ryan Berg and to brave soldiers who have walked the path of sacrifice for the rest of us. So God bless Sabine Pass, Texas and God bless the Berg family and God Bless Ryan Berg. Specialist Dustin R. Donica - U.S. Army 07/11/84-12/28/06 Spring, TX Klein High School Army Specialist Dustin Ross Donica served in the 3rd Battalion, 509th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 4th Airborne Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division of Fort Richardson, Alaska. Dustin grew up in Spring, Texas, outside of Houston. In 2003, the Klein High School graduate left the University of Texas and enlisted in the United States Army. When Dustin was asked about joining the Army, he said, ``I've grown up in a very privileged area. When most people of my generation are asked to do something, their first thought is, how will this benefit me? I need to do this so that my first thought is, how does it benefit others.'' No wonder people said Dustin had a sense of honor and duty. Traits that are very rare in our culture. Dustin was constantly concerned for the well-being of his family back home. But on December 28, 2006, at the dynamic age of 22, Dustin Donica was killed in Iraq, conducting combat operations against the anti-Iraqi forces in the city of Karmah in the Al Anbar Province. As in many other times in his life, Dustin was standing guard, protecting his fellow soldiers in arms when he received his fatal injuries. Dustin Donica's name was the example of bravery, courage and duty. Dustin, like those who came before him, stopped at nothing to defend freedom. Our American duty, the duty for all of us that are left behind, is to honor America's sons, like Dustin Donica. Dustin was laid to rest with full military honors in Klein Memorial Park Cemetery in Texas. These young Americans like Dustin are a rare breed. They are the American breed, and we thank them and their families. Lance Cpl. Robert A. Martinez - U.S. Marine Corps 03/11/85-12/01/05 Cleveland, TX Lance Corporal Robert ``Robbie'' Alexander Martinez was killed December 1 while fighting and serving our Nation in Iraq. He was a member of the Second Battalion, Seventh Marine Regiment, First Marine Division, based at Marine Corps Air Ground and Combat Center at Twentynine Palms, California. Lance Corporal Martinez was just 20 years of age. He was on his second Iraqi tour. He had already spent 7 months on the Syrian border in 2004. He went to Iraq and into Fallujah this past June. He and nine other Marines were killed when a roadside bomb exploded next to them in the deadliest attack against American troops in Iraq in 4 months. Martinez was scheduled to come home this past Monday but at the last minute his tour was extended for a month and a half. Robbie Martinez graduated from Cleveland High School in Cleveland, Texas, in 2003. By the time he started his senior year, he had already signed up for the Marines. He pre-enlisted at the age of 17 so he could be activated as soon as he graduated from high school. He put his dreams on hold to join the elite fighting forces of the United States Marine Corps. He left for basic training 2 days after he graduated from high school. He is remembered for his infectious smile and someone who loved spending time with his family and friends. Lance Corporal Martinez was working to make a difference in the world when he gave his life. His bravery, his dedication, his patriotism will not be forgotten by his friends, his family and freedom-loving peoples throughout the world. Lance Corporal Martinez died for this country, the Iraqi people and for that word freedom. His Nation made the call and he responded without hesitation with his unwavering courage and his commitment. He served his country with honor and distinction. He is a heroic representative of the State of Texas and an honorable defender of liberty and freedom. Sgt. William B. Meeuwsen; 2/10/81 – 11/23/05 - Sergeant Bill Meeuwsen was truly a remarkable person. Bill was born in Mount Vernon, Washington, on February 10, 1981, and when he was 10 years old, he and his family found their way to southeast Texas and moved to Kingwood, Texas. He attended Kingwood High School and he graduated in 1999. He went on to Texas A&M; University, and he and some of his friends enlisted in the United States Army as a result of the attacks of September 11, 2001. It was that sense of patriotism that led him to enter the United States Army. Bill was initially deployed with the renowned Band of Brothers to Camp Giant, near the Korean demilitarized zone in March of 2003. A year later, he was assigned to the 2nd Battalion 502nd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team of the 101st Airborne Division of Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Bill was then deployed to Iraq just 3 months later, in October of 2005. Two months after that, on the day before Thanksgiving this year, Sergeant Bill Meeuwsen was one of two soldiers killed in action when his unit came under direct fire near Baghdad. He was the 186th Texan killed in Iraq since the war began. Bill is remembered as a person who loved his friends and family. He was a freedom fighter, he was an Aggie, a son of proud parents, a member of the band of brothers, an American warrior, and an inspiration to all patriots. His patriotism and heroism and his life will not be forgotten. He paid for freedom with his life. He paid for our safety with his blood, and he paid for our future years with his youth. PFC Wesley R. Riggs - U.S. Army 08/16/85-05/17/05 Beach City, TX Private First Class Wesley Robert Riggs died serving our Nation in Iraq. Private First Class Riggs, in only 19 years, had exhibited a lifetime of dedication and duty. He was killed during a patrol on May 17, 2005, near Tikrit, Iraq, when a roadside bomb exploded. He was a native of Baytown/Beach City, Texas. Wesley graduated in 3 years from Barbers Hill High School in 2003. Before enlisting in the United States Army in 2004, Wesley spent his days like many other young Texans. Our military cannot replace individuals of such exceptional character as Private First Class Riggs. However, his service will provide a stirring example for the men and women who carry forward his tenacious fight against tyranny, terror and treachery. Moreover, Private First Class Riggs helped to establish a democracy, the historic start of which I was privileged to witness in Iraq this past January. Freedom does not come, Mr. Speaker, because somebody carries a sign in protest. It comes because of sacrifice. Private First Class Riggs, we will not forget you, an Army of one. He received the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal and the Army Service Ribbon. We thank you, Private First Class Riggs, for your service, your dedication and sacrifice to your country. Lance Cpl. Wesley J. Canning - U.S. Marine Corps 04/01/83-11/10/04 Friendswood, TX Springbrook Marine Lance Corporal Wesley Joel Canning, died valiantly serving our country and our Nation in Iraq. He was assigned to the 2nd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force based at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. In just 21 short years, he had already exhibited a lifetime of courage and boldness. He was killed in combat on November 10, 2004, in Al Anbar Province, Iraq, during the successful American offensive against the insurgent enemy in Fallujah. He was a native of Friendswood, Texas. Wes graduated from Friendswood High School in 2002 and left for boot camp in July, just 2 months after his graduation. Resolute about becoming a Marine since his junior year, he had approached his parents with the idea. The devastating terrorist attack on September 11, which occurred before he ever graduated from high school, further fueled this desire. He graduated from the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego. He steadfastly pursued a post that would allow him to see action. Open for deployment in Iraq, he stayed at Camp Pendleton in California rather than accept another assignment. In mid-March of 2003, with the commencement of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Lance Corporal Canning's wish came true. He then returned to Texas after completing his first of ultimately two tours he volunteered for in Iraq. Two months after being deployed to Iraq for a second tour he was killed in action precisely on the 229th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. We extend our prayers, our condolences to his parents, relatives, fellow students at Friendswood High School in Texas, and his beloved wife. May this American hero's devotion to his country continue to kindle our dreams and ambitions as a free and independent people. Lance Cpl. Luke Yepsen - U.S. Marine Corps 04/01/86-12/14/06 Kingwood, TX Kingwood High School Luke Yepsen was one man whose life was making a difference at a very young age. He personified the core values of the United States Marine Corps of honor, courage, commitment. He was from Kingwood, Texas, a close-knit community near Houston, Texas. He was a graduate of Kingwood High School, and he was known for his big heart and ability to live life to its fullest extent. Luke deeply cared about his family back home in Texas and his military family. His fellow Marines said he was more than just a friend; he was a brother, a brother to everyone who knew him. Like many Texans, especially those Texans who go to war, Luke chose to enroll in Texas A&M; after high school. During his freshman year, he made a decision to leave Texas A&M; University. With faith in God and country, at 18 Luke enrolled in the United States Marine Corps. He was an assaultman, later a mechanic, which came easy to him because of his love of cars. In October of 2006, Luke was deployed to Iraq with the 1st Tank Battalion, 1st Marine Division, 1st Marine Expeditionary Force. On December 14, 2006, at the age of 20, Luke, while fighting the forces of evil, was killed by enemy action in Iraq. For his military service, he was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Iraq Campaign Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Medal, and the Sea Service Deployment Ribbon. On the morning of December 22, 2006, hundreds of Kingwood, Texas, residents lined the streets of this community paying tribute to the family of this patriot. Patriotism is alive and well in the United States. And as the Kingwood, Texas, community mourns the loss of America's son, Luke Yepsen, and all those who came before him and all those that will come after him, we know that freedom is not free, we thank this fearless Marine for dedicating his life to America. PFC Kristian Menchaca - U.S. Army 05/29/83-06/16/06 Houston, TX Lance Cpl. Fred Lee Maciel; 11/7/84 – 1/26/05 - Lance Corporal Fred Lee Maciel was a young American marine from my Southeast Texas district, who died valiantly serving our Nation in Iraq. He was assigned to the Third Marine Division. Lance Corporal Maciel in his 20 years had already exhibited a lifetime of sacrifice and selflessness. In the deadliest event for American forces in Iraq since the start of the operations in March of 2003, he and 30 other servicemen were killed in combat when the helicopter in which they were traveling crashed in Al Anbar Province in Iraq. Lance Corporal Maciel and all his brethren aboard this helicopter, including 6 other U.S. marines from Texas, were on their way to begin security preparations for the ultimately successful and historic Iraqi elections that I personally had the honor to witness several days later. Lance Corporal Maciel died so that freedom could live in the birth of this new democracy that we call Iraq. This Lance Corporal was a native of Spring, Texas. He graduated from Spring High School in 2003 and joined the United States Marine Corps that September. He is remembered as an athlete, a leader in the school's Naval Junior ROTC, and a role model for other students. Last week when I spoke to Fred's mother, Mrs. Patsy Maciel, she told me that her son went to Iraq to protect Texans and Americans from terrorists. Under extremely grueling circumstances, Lance Corporal Maciel contributed to that very cause. He inspired his follow marines with his courage, commitment, his character. Lance Corporal Maciel died in helping establish democracy in a land far, far away. Lance Corporal Maciel we will remember, we will forever remember your fight against these international outlaws. As we extend our prayers and our condolences to his parents, his relatives, his fellow students at Spring High School in Texas and his fiance, may this American hero's devotion to his country continue to kindle our dreams and ambitions of a free people. 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