[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 33 (Tuesday, March 13, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Page S2217]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA

 Mr. SANTORUM. Mr. President, I stand before you today to 
recognize the contributions made by the Jewish Federation of Greater 
Philadelphia. On March 22, 2001 they will celebrate their 100 year 
anniversary, and I would like to extend my sincere gratitude for the 
leadership and guidance they continue to provide to the Philadelphia 
community.
  The mission of the Jewish Federation is to assure that the basic 
human needs of Jewish populations at risk are met, to maximize Jewish 
identification and participation in Jewish life. In addition, the hard 
work of the federation provides leadership and effective outreach 
efforts to those in the Jewish community.
  When the federation celebrates their 100th anniversary, they will 
sign the Centennial Celebration Charter, just as their ancestors did in 
1901, which will reaffirm their commitment to the Jewish community. The 
Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia remains committed to the five 
counties in Southeastern Pennsylvania, by creating a caring, 
compassionate, involved Jewish community that encourages members to 
take an active role in their culture and religion.
  I commend the members of the Jewish Federation of Greater 
Philadelphia as they reach this milestone anniversary. The people of 
Philadelphia are blessed to have such a caring and involved 
organization in their community.

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