[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 124 (Thursday, September 26, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1672]
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                       UKRANIAN AMERICAN VETERANS

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 25, 2002

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
the Ukranian American Veterans, on the historic occasion of their 55th 
Annual National Convention.
  American veterans of Ukranian heritage have a rich and significant 
history in defending our nation's democracy and freedoms, during times 
of peace and times of war. American veterans of Ukranian descent have 
been an ongoing and vital source of strength in every branch of the 
United States military, dating back to the dawn of America.
  Ukranian American Veterans, here in Cleveland, and across our 
country, have reflected a dedication to promoting peace, goodwill, 
faith and community for all citizens.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor of all Americans 
of Ukranian heritage—especially our veterans—who proudly 
joined the United States Armed Forces to defend the liberties of 
America. Let us not ever forget those veterans, of every heritage, who 
made the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of all Americans. Today, I 
congratulate the Ukranian American Veterans on the significant occasion 
of their 55th Annual National Convention. The deep dedication to 
justice and significant contribution to American society by Ukranian 
American Veterans has been, and continues to be, a vital strength 
within our community, and within our nation.

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