[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 142 (Friday, August 24, 2018)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E1176-E1177] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF FREDERICK QUINENE ______ HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO of guam in the house of representatives Friday, August 24, 2018 Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and accomplishments of Mr. Frederick Quinene. Fred is a longtime friend who has spent his life serving our community, working for the government of Guam in different capacities and as a school teacher. Fred is most known on island for his poetry. Fred was named the Poet Laureate of Guam by my late husband, Governor Ricky Bordallo in 1986 by Executive Order No. 86-14. Fred was recognized for his ability to write beautiful, lyrical pieces that truly celebrated Guam's unique and rich cultural heritage. Fred was to be called upon to use his talents of writing whenever necessary. Fred has been writing poetry since he was a young boy, and most recently published the book, ``An Islander's Voice.'' His newest book is a compilation of poems about love and family, his home, politics, legends, the Chamorro people, and special occasions. Fred worked closely with the University of Guam Press to publish this compilation of his poetry as his gift to the island. I join the people of Guam in recognizing the life and countless accomplishments of Frederick Quinene. I commend Fred for his gift to [[Page E1177]] our island and recognize his wife, Cecilia Ungacta Quinene, their children and grandchildren for their support of Fred's art. ____________________