[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 29 (Thursday, March 14, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E353]
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     CONGRATULATIONS, GIRL SCOUTS, ON 90 YEARS OF WONDERFUL SERVICE

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                           HON. DAVID VITTER

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 14, 2002

  Mr. VITTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 90th 
anniversary of the Girl Scouts of America. In March 1912, Juliette 
Gordon Low, a visionary from Savannah, GA, formed an organization that 
has become the world's preeminent organization dedicated solely to 
girls.
  Girl Scouting encourages girls to develop their full potential, to 
believe in themselves, to respect others, and to make a contribution to 
the world around them. In an accepting and nurturing environment, girls 
build character and skills for success in the real world. In 
partnership with committed adults, girls develop qualities that will 
serve them all of their lives--like strong values, a social conscience 
and conviction about their own potential and self worth.
  The Girl Scout Council of Southeast Louisiana provides a positive 
impact on our entire region by the services and activities they 
provide. I salute the adult troop leaders who volunteer their time to 
serve as role models for the thousands of Girl Scouts in our community. 
As the father of a Brownie, I see first hand the enjoyment and 
enrichment that Girl Scouting provides.
  Could Juliette Gordon Low have known in 1912 when she sold her pearls 
to give Girl Scouting financial backing that millions of girls would 
benefit from her generosity? She would be proud to know that Girl 
Scouting is still going strong and shaping lives. Congratulations Girl 
Scouts on 90 years of wonderful service.

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