[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 94 (Friday, July 12, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1248]
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                          HOUSE RESOLUTION 393

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                               speech of

                          HON. HILDA L. SOLIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 9, 2002

  Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H. Res. 393, the 
resolution offered by Representative Joseph Crowley.
  We have all heard during the past year and a half about the egregious 
acts of anti-Semitic behavior that have spread through Europe--
vandalism of synagogues; desecration of graveyards; personal attacks of 
people of Jewish faith; boycott of products made in Israel. These 
actions are cowardly and have resulted in the worst wave of anti-
Semitic behavior since 1945.
  Today, I rise to support this resolution that calls upon the 
governments of Europe to protect their residents--Jewish and non-Jewish 
alike. We must fight for understanding and cooperation between people 
of all religions, not just in the turbulent Middle East but wherever 
prejudice and discrimination occur.
  Our nation prides itself on maintaining an atmosphere where people 
can practice whatever religion they choose. Religious tolerance is the 
root of our peace and prosperity; we must strive to ensure that it is 
practiced throughout the world so that others may benefit from this 
spirit of cooperation.
  No one deserves to be discriminated against, harmed or even killed 
simply because of their personal religious beliefs. I urge my 
colleagues to support this resolution to ensure that this behavior 
ceases immediately.

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