FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Geoff Embler
May 18, 2006 (202) 225-2815
Cantor Congratulates Elliott Yamin
on Successful “American Idol” Run



WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Eric Cantor (R-VA) made the following statement today on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to congratulate Richmonder Elliott Yamin on his successful run on the hit TV show “American Idol”:

“Mr. Speaker, today I rise to congratulate Richmond, Virginia native and American Idol contestant Elliott Yamin for pursuing his dream while sharing his powerful voice with all of us.

“Elliott is returning home a star; a man with an extraordinary gift who dared to put his talent on display and achieved great success.

“Elliott’s personality and amazing ability won over the judges and the viewers to earn him national recognition as a final contestant on the most popular show on television.

“Elliott will be returning home to Richmond having inspired and entertained millions with his extraordinary singing voice and charisma.

“I join Elliott’s community, family and friends in proud recognition of his fantastic achievement and undoubtedly bright future.”

Wow , what an honor to be recongized by a member of Congress - wonder if any other American Idol ever was - somehow I think not .

I particularly liked the part about Elliott's personality winning people over - take that , Simon !

http://cantor.house.gov/

Here's the link if you want to go there...

I'm just soooo tickled: This will be in the Official Congressional Record FOREVER!!!

:cheerleader:

Cool! Now if only Bush would do the same thing.... I don't necessarily like Bush but still it would be a great honor. hehehe.

Sorry, I just don't want this to get lost yet... This is BIG! :D

I work for the Government, this is RARE guys!

Wow!!! Thats Awesome

Thanks, I was about to search the Congressional Record to find it myself.

You're welcome :cheerleader:

:bump: I'm bumping this in case anyone missed it.