[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 137 (Monday, September 17, 2007)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1901] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PERSONAL EXPLANATION ______ HON. MIKE THOMPSON of california in the house of representatives Monday, September 17, 2007 Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam Speaker, unfortunately, I was unable to travel to Washington, DC for votes on September 10, 2007. However, I would like the record to reflect that I would have recorded ``yes'' for that day's recorded votes. They included: (1) H. Res. 257--Supporting the goals and ideals of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, and; (2) H. Res. 643--Recognizing September 11 as a day of rememberance, extending sympathies to those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and their families, honoring the heroic actions of our nation's first responders and Armed Forces, and reaffirming the commitment to defending the people of the United States against any and all future challenges. ____________________