[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 26 (Thursday, March 12, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E365]
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                           LATINA HISTORY DAY

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                       HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 12, 1998

  Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, on March 13, 1998, Hispanas Organized 
for Political Equity (HOPE) Education and Leadership Fund's Seventh 
Annual Symposium, entitled A Proud Past . . . A Powerful Tomorrow will 
take place in California's 33rd Congressional District. In honor of 
this important event, I am proclaiming March 13, 1998, as LATINA 
HISTORY DAY.
  The Symposium serves to address a variety of issues important to 
Latinas of all ages. I am pleased that Latinas benefit from the 
workshops on science and technology, and corporate management. This 
year's Symposium also introduces TEEN TRACK, which will focus on 
providing young Latinas with information on higher education and the 
importance of leadership.
  Since its founding in 1989, the HOPE Education and Leadership Fund 
has remained dedicated to furthering the educational, political and 
economic status of Latinas. HOPE has anchored itself to the principle 
that knowledge of the political process coupled with active 
participation will guarantee a more representative, democratic 
government.
  The proclamation of Latinas History Day during ``Women's History 
Month'' memorializes the important role Latinas play in American 
society. It recognizes the work and sacrifices of prior generations, 
celebrates contemporary Latinas, and lays the foundation for future 
generations.
  I commend the HOPE Education and Leadership Fund for their commitment 
to Latinas, and in their honor, proclaim March 13, 1998, as Latina 
History Day.




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