[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 37 (Tuesday, April 9, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E466-E467]
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                    A TRIBUTE TO CULTURAL FEST 2002

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                           HON. MIKE McINTYRE

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 9, 2002

  Mr. McINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise 
today to acknowledge Cultural Fest 2002, hosted by Harold Collins. This 
event, which will be held in Robeson County,

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North Carolina from April 17-21, will bring together ethnic and 
cultural groups from this area to celebrate the diversity and strength 
of our region, state, and nation. Robeson County, as confirmed by the 
latest census, is the most culturally diverse of all one hundred 
counties in North Carolina.
  Robeson County is an area rich in heritage and history. This heritage 
and history will be on display during a Grand Parade uniting 
individuals from the numerous cultures represented within the county. 
Each cultural group will demonstrate its distinctive heritage during 
the event, providing individuals of all ages the opportunity to learn 
about the unique blend of cultures surrounding them. Furthermore, the 
event hopes to be a positive influence on the lives of the youth of 
Robeson County and surrounding areas, steering them away from drugs and 
violence and towards more benign outlets.
  Cultural Fest 2002 could serve as a model for other communities to 
emulate as a means of positively promoting the great diversity of our 
nation. The organizers of Cultural Fest 2002 should be commended for 
their efforts.
  My fellow colleagues, please join me in saluting the organizers of 
Cultural Fest 2002 for their efforts. May God's blessings shine upon 
this event.

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