[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 152 (Wednesday, September 27, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1839-E1840]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  A TRIBUTE TO A WEEK WITHOUT VIOLENCE

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                            HON. JERRY LEWIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 27, 1995

  Mr. LEWIS of California. Mr. Speaker, I would like to bring to your 
attention the fine work and outstanding public service of a group of 
committed organizations in California's Inland Empire dedicated to the 
common goal of a world without violence. In October, these civic 
organizations will launch the Week Without Violence, a community based 
effort designed to promote a better and safer world.
  The short term goal of the Week Without Violence campaign is to 
engage the press and public for 7 days in simple, thought provoking 
activities and dialogue that demonstrate practical, sustainable 
alternatives to violence. Over the long term, sponsors of the program 
are hopeful that this will be the beginning of a new way of thinking 
and acting in our community and across the Nation.
  The Week Without Violence begins on October 15 with a day of 
remembrance dedicated to the memory of those touched by violence and 
including church services for people of all faiths. Monday and Tuesday 
are dedicated to protecting our children and keeping our schools safe. 
Area school teachers and administrators will work with students of all 
ages in promoting safety and nonviolence. The balance of the week is 
dedicated to confronting violence against women, facing violence among 
men, eliminating racism and hate crime, and replacing violence with 
sports and fitness.
  The Week Without Violence is the result of a unique partnership among 
a great many area agencies. They include Arrowhead United Way; 
Children's Network; City of Highland Police; Community Against Drugs; 
Housing Authority of San Bernardino; Inland Congregations United for 
Change; Option House; San Bernardino Unified School District; San 
Bernardino County Health Department; San Bernardino County Probation 
Department; San Bernardino County Schools; San Bernardino County 
Sheriff's Department; San Bernardino County Sexual Assault Services; 
San Bernardino Parks, Recreation, and Community Service; San Bernardino 
Police Department; San Bernardino Public Library; San Manuel Indian 
Reservation; West Side Action; and the YWCA. Specifically worthy of 
mention for this tremendous effort is Ann Ivey, the chief of Community 
Health Services for the San Bernardino County Health Department and the 
chair of the Week Without Violence planning committee.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me and our colleagues in recognizing 
this unique and valuable community-based endeavor to promote safety and 
nonviolence. Not only am I deeply impressed by the fantastic 
cooperation among area agencies, I am grateful to see concerned 
citizens coming together at the local level to make a difference in our 
community and our country. The Week Without Violence is likely to 
become a model for the Nation and I believe it is only fitting that the 
House of Representatives recognize this outstanding effort today.

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            CONGRATULATIONS BASEBALL STANDOUT STEVE RUGGERI

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                           HON. GLENN POSHARD

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 27, 1995

  Mr. POSHARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay special tribute to Mr. 
Steve Ruggeri who was recently invited to play in the U.S. Olympic 
Festival baseball competition held in Colorado Springs, CO. Now a 
senior at Johnston City High, Steve is considered one of the top 
baseball players in southern Illinois. He is known throughout the State 
for his commanding presence at shortstop, and played last season for 
the Herrin Thunderbirds American Legion team and the Herrin High School 
Tigers.
  I trust that Steve's experience at the U.S. Olympic Festival was as 
memorable for him as it was for his family. Becoming an award winning 
baseball player takes more than simply raw talent. It takes a strong 
commitment to working hard, always doing your best, and most 
importantly it takes family support. Steve has been blessed with these 
precious gifts, and I wish him the best of luck in all he does.
  Mr. Speaker, I applaud Steve Ruggeri's determination to make his 
baseball dreams come true. Being selected to play in the U.S. Olympic 
Festival is a marvelous accomplishment, and I am proud to represent 
this outstanding athlete and his family in Congress.

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