[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 111 (Friday, August 7, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1629]
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              IN HONOR OF THE ALLIANCE OF POLES OF AMERICA

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, August 6, 1998

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Alliance of 
Poles of America on the occasion of its centennial year.
  The Alliance of Poles of America has a long and proud history. Its 
history shows how hard its members are prepared to struggle for what 
they believe to be right for their community, and to preserve the 
traditions and culture of Poland. The Alliance's early years were not 
easy, but the organization's spirit carried it through. The entire 
Cleveland community has benefited from the enduring and successful 
presence of the Alliance of Poles, not only in the area of insurance, 
but also of charity.
  After the challenge of its first, difficult years, the Alliance had 
to deal with the two World Wars. For Americans of Polish descent, it 
was very hard to watch their countrymen suffer under the vicissitudes 
of war, and later the yoke of Communism. But the Alliance of Poles was 
steadfast in its commitment to democracy, and successfully strove to 
aid the people of their home country.
  My fellow colleagues, on the occasion of its centenary, please join 
me in honoring this enduring and most worthy organization--the Alliance 
of Poles of America.

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