[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 109 (Friday, June 30, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1386]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                    THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS WORLD GAMES

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                        HON. BARBARA B. KENNELLY

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 30, 1995
  Mrs. KENNELLY. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow, the eyes of the world will turn 
to Connecticut as the Special Olympics World Games open in New Haven. 
More than 7,000 athletes from 140 countries will compete in such 
sporting events as basketball, gymnastics, cycling, sailing, 
powerlifting, and golf.
  Since the first World Games in 1968, the Special Olympics have 
highlighted the skill and determination of these very special athletes. 
Their dedication is inspirational and their skills impressive.
  The people of my home State of Connecticut have opened their hearts 
and homes to athletes, coaches, and families from around the world. 
Every town in the State is hosting a delegation. These games are 
expected to draw thousands of international visitors, ambassadors, and 
heads of state. For the first time, the President of the United States 
will open these games. We owe our special thanks to Tim Shriver and 
former Governor Lowell Weicker, who have heightened the visibility of 
these 1995 World Games.
  I look forward to the next 2 weeks--let the Games begin.
  

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