[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 141 (Tuesday, September 12, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1756]
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   SALUTE TO THE PHILADELPHIA COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS AND THE 
                     HONORABLE GILBERT F. CASELLAS

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                        HON. THOMAS M. FOGLIETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, September 12, 1995
  Mr. FOGLIETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to salute the Philadelphia 
Commission on Human Relations [PCHR] as it celebrates the 50th 
anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, and honors the 
Honorable Gilbert F. Casellas, Chairman, U.S. Equal Employment 
Opportunity Commission, at their 26th annual Human Rights Awards 
luncheon on October 27, 1995.
  This Nation was founded on the principles of a democratic self-
government, independence, and religious freedom. A free and tolerant 
society was envisioned, one offering harmony, opportunity and 
understanding to those who had long been persecuted. Philadelphia is 
observing Human Relations Month to increase public awareness of laws 
prohibiting discrimination and to promote intergroup harmony and 
understanding among communities.
  The Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations is gathering on 
October 27, 1995, to convene its 26th annual Human Rights Awards 
luncheon to publicly recognize and thank individuals who have made 
outstanding contributions in promoting intergroup harmony and 
understanding.
  I am proud of the accomplishments and contributions of the 
Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations, and I join with the 
Philadelphia community in congratulating the commission, Gil Casellas, 
and all the individuals being honored by the commission on this 
important day.


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