[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 58 (Thursday, May 12, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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[Congressional Record: May 12, 1994]
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                         ISRAEL'S 46TH BIRTHDAY

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                          HON. CARDISS COLLINS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 12, 1994

  Mrs. COLLINS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the State 
of Israel on the 46th anniversary of its birth. This birthday is 
celebrated by Jews everywhere and today I join in their celebration.
  During the past 46 years, Israel has been a close friend of America's 
and a strong democracy in a region that has little support for 
democracies. The future health and success of Israel continues to be of 
importance to our country, particularly during this time when critical 
efforts are being made towards establishing peace and stability among 
Israel and its neighbors.
  We are all aware of the hardships that Israel has endured but I am 
confident that through everything, the Israeli people will continue to 
uphold the democratic principles in which Theodore Hertzel, who 
promoted the idea of a Jewish homeland, and Chaim Weizmann and Golda 
Meir, who were early leaders of the Jewish State, believed so strongly.
  Congratulations Israel on your 46th birthday. May you continue to 
flourish and may your democracy remain ever strong.

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