United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations

United States Senate Federal Credit Union Remembers Herbert "Bertie" Bowman

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For over six decades, Bertie Bowman bore witness to history's relentless march. From the poignant loss of Franklin D. Roosevelt and the turbulent times of World War II to the transformative moments of Brown vs. Board of Education, the Civil Rights movement, the Vietnam War, and the tumultuous Watergate scandal, Bertie's life became intertwined with the tapestry of our nation's journey.

Key Points: 
  • Bowman's tenure of service to the Credit Union began in 1966 when he became a volunteer member of the Credit Committee.
  • For fifty-three years, Bertie's dedication and support to the Credit Union stood unrivaled, a record of service unmatched within the organization.
  • In 2020, Bertie received industry-wide recognition when he was inducted into the African American Credit Union Coalition's Hall of Fame, further solidifying his allegiance to the Credit Union's mission.
  • Bowman leaves behind a profound imprint on the United States Senate Federal Credit Union.

Coalition Implores President Biden to Secure the Immediate Release of Wrongfully Detained American Eyvin Hernandez

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At a press conference, Eyvin Hernandez' father implored President Biden to secure his son's release and begged President Nicols Maduro of Venezuela to give his son liberty.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At a press conference, Eyvin Hernandez' father implored President Biden to secure his son's release and begged President Nicols Maduro of Venezuela to give his son liberty.
  • "All of the evidence suggests that Eyvin was wrongfully detained and I urge our government to do everything it can to secure his immediate release," said Russell Korobkin, Interim Dean of the UCLA School of Law.
  • A coalition of Mr. Hernandez' friends and family members traveled to Washington,
    D.C., from California to advocate for his swift release.
  • To learn more about Eyvin Hernandez and the Bring Eyvin Home Coalition, please visit https://bringeyvinhome.org .

Veteran from Lake Kiowa, Texas, Elected National Commander of The American Legion

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Thursday, September 2, 2021
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PHOENIX, Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Paul E. Dillard was elected national commander of the nearly two-million member American Legion today in Phoenix, during the organization's 102nd national convention.

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, Sept. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Paul E. Dillard was elected national commander of the nearly two-million member American Legion today in Phoenix, during the organization's 102nd national convention.
  • Dillard worked several years in the manufacturing business as an Engineer, Plant Manager and Director of Manufacturing in Tennessee.
  • As a paid-up-for-life member of Post 265, Lake Kiowa, Texas, Dillard served as post commander, vice commander, adjutant and judge advocate.
  • He coached American Legion Baseball for more than 10 years and served as his post's Boys State chairman.